Upcycling with decorative knobs.
As a thrifty home maker I am always on the lookout for ways to make my home look great that don’t require much effort expertise…
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Garden Bargains from The Range
In summer, the song sings itself. ~William Carlos Williams Summer is now officially with us so it is time to make the absolute most of…
10 ways to update your bathroom on a budget
Ways to update your bathroom on a budget Are you looking for ways to ways to update your bathroom on a budget? I…
An Abundance of Sweet Peas
“Sweet Peas, on tiptoe for a flight, With wings of gentle flush, o’er delicate white.” – Keats We have an abundance of sweet peas. How…
How to create a unique bathroom space
Regardless of the size of your bathroom, there’s no reason why it can’t be a stylish, pleasant place packed with great interior décor ideas. You…
Why it rocks to swap
When I was a kid I used to do a fair bit of swapping. I would swap football cards (oh yes!) and I would swap…
My shelfie
It’s not too inspiring. On my bathroom shelf I have a couple of plain lanterns and some pot potpourri. A couple of colourful candles too…
In My Grandad’s Garden
Grandad’s garden was a thrifty and wonderful garden indeed. Many of his plants were cuttings he had taken from other peoples plants and which he…
The Simple Art of Flower Pressing
I think every thrifty home/home with kids should have a flower press. It brings so much pleasure over so many years and is one of…
A Hand Painted Treasure
Just living is not enough,” said the butterfly. “One must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower.” Hans Christian Andersen This year we are growing…
