If you are looking to grow your own woven willow plants at home, we have some tips for how. This post may contain affiliate links, which if you click through to, and make a purchase, may earn me a small amount of revenue. They are marked with * for your reference. Woven willow refers to […]
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Damp? If you’ve ever lived in a British home, especially an older one, you’ve probably had a run-in with damp. That musty smell, the bubbling paint, the black mould creeping up the corners of the ceiling… yeah, that. It’s one of those things that almost feels like a rite of passage when living in the […]
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If you are looking for a simple and easy craft for kids, this simple sunflower seed planting craft is perfect. You can do this for any celebration day, like Father’s Day, or as a fun gift to give someone. This post may contain affiliate links which if you click through to, and make a purchase, […]
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I am very lucky to own a couple of pieces of valuable antique gold jewellery and some diamond jewellery . They were either inherited or gifted to me and they are much treasured pieces that I wear on special occasions and hope to be able to pass them on to my children as heirlooms. Usually, […]
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Creating a sleep heaven in your bedroom involves a thoughtful combination of ambiance, comfort, and relaxation. By paying attention to various aspects of your bedroom environment, you can transform it into a sanctuary that promotes restful sleep. It isn’t hard to make the space you sleep in more cosy and sleep inducing. We have some […]
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Just because the equinox has past and autumn is well on its way, that doesn’t mean that you can no longer enjoy sitting out in your garden or on your deck. If you have worked hard on your garden all through spring and summer, you want to still be able to be out there if […]
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Neglected gutters and roofs can pose significant health risks to homeowners. Many people often overlook the importance of regular maintenance and cleaning for these areas of their homes. However, failing to address issues with gutters and roofs can lead to a range of health problems, both for the inhabitants of the house and for the […]
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Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima) are plants known for their vibrant red and green foliage and are usually popular in the winter and around Christmas. They are one of my favourite plants and I currently own one that is over four years old. I often feel very sad when I see them in shops or garden centres […]
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We love using a standing desk at home. I find it helpful because I have back issues and sitting at a desk isn’t comfortable for me. I also find it useful to help me concentrate. Our son has ADHD and we have found that if he is able to stand and move whilst he is […]
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This is a collaborative post sharing a funny tail (see what I did there?) about the time we had to try and get mice out of our house, and the pest control options we SHOULD have used, which we hope is helpful. I count my blessings that we haven’t had to deal with too much […]
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