Flat pack furniture can seem like such a great idea when we're browsing the catalogues, and for those of us that love IKEA it comes as part of the deal, but if we get out of the store unscathed, there's still that pesky matter of reading the instructions and putting it all together. Yes, you could hire someone to do this, but really, it's more likely that it becomes some kind … [Read more...]
Why Sometimes Mess is a Wonderful Thing
In a world where it can be so easy to get caught up in that crazy and mostly unrealistic idea of picture perfect homes that look ah-ma-zing all of the time, it doesn't seem like there's ever a space for mess, or the joy and the memories that can come from making a good, fun mess. There are just so many wonderful things that can never be done if you shy away from … [Read more...]
Mini Makeover: Party Box Kit
Party season is coming around fast in my little world, so as part of my organisation challenge, I thought we'd create our own party box kits, so that they're stocked up and ready to go when party season rolls around for you! There's a heap of stuff that get used from year to year, or could be collected when it's on sale rather than just a couple of days before the party (often … [Read more...]
Principles of Home: Thoughts on Making a Place to Live
Today I wanted to share a favourite book of mine: Kevin McCloud's Principles of Home. I've written about it before on other blogs, but I decided to reread it recently from a happy home perspective as that's what I'm all about these days! The book is a manifesto on ideas for making a place to live. One that leaves less of a mark on our environment and one that has more of a … [Read more...]
Mini Makeover: Expiry Date Challenge
Today I wanted to get back into my organisation challenge and talk about the often forgotten subject of keeping up with the expiry dates! I don't know how they manage it, but things seem to go past their used by dates without me even trying! I try to use everything I have (especially when it comes to the items in the kitchen) but sometimes I just don't bake enough, or you have … [Read more...]
Mini Makeover: Inspiration Hanging Wire
Today I wanted to share a fun way that I keep things that inspire me close at hand when I'm working. This would also be a great way to showcase children's artwork or even important articles or tickets that you need to remember. It's simple to set up and is easily changed as your inspiration does. What you'll need: Pins (Push pins/thumbtacks/whatever you call them) I … [Read more...]
Finding Your Decorating Style
Styling your home can be a daunting task. Even calling it "styling" can cause raised eyebrows and sometimes even a tiny shudder in some of us. It can feel like an overwhelming task if we think of it as making our homes look like the spread of a magazine. Totally not realistic for most of us - and not what we want. You probably already have a lot of things in your home that you … [Read more...]
Essential Blogger’s Conference Tech Kit
Last year I shared my Ultimate Gadget List for Blogging Travel on my old blog. I've done a lot of travelling since then, and I wanted to refine it from what I actually used and what wasn't needed. Last weekend I headed up to the Gold Coast for the Problogger Training Event with all the tech I needed, so that I'd be able to share all the awesomeness as quickly as possible. Today … [Read more...]
Mini Makeover: The Lucky Box
Today I wanted to share with you one of my Family's traditions. If you come from a large family, you might have something similar, but I thought I'd share ours today. The Lucky Box is a simple concept, and one that could be shared amongst friends if you don't have a lot of family living near by. A Lucky Box is where you pack up all the clothes you no longer need, or no … [Read more...]
Finding Who We’re Meant to Be: The Declaration of You
I recently had this revelation: that in order to create a happy home (what this blog is all about) we must also have a happy work life too! (No matter whether we work for ourselves or someone else) Ever since I came back to Australia from my time in North America, I have been searching for what that is for me. I have this grand dream that I want my work to be a calling rather … [Read more...]
Mini Makeover: Ice Cream Party Sampler Kit
Today I wanted to share with you a fun gift idea that I think would make an awesome Christmas present. I recently made this as a raffle prize for the annual fundraiser at my Dad's swimming club and to test it for possible family/group gifts at Christmas. Here in Australia, Christmas is in the summer time, and when is more fun to have an ice cream party than summer?! I got this … [Read more...]
Make 2013 an Organised Christmas
Today I'm going to be a bit cheeky and bring up the C word. No not the rude one! Christmas! Yes, that's the one! You might be thinking that it's far too early to be thinking of such things, but I promise you that, should you want the silly season to be as stress free as humanly possible you need to start getting organised now! (I promise I won't sing any Carols) Before … [Read more...]
DIY: Candy Fruit Sundae
Today I wanted to share a fun DIY of a gift that I made recently for my cousin's birthday! A sweet and simple candy/lolly "fruit sundae". This one is definitely not for those who've quit sugar! What you'll need: A Plastic (or glass) Sundae Glass I got mine from KMart for $2 2 Packets of Wonka Runts (6oz/170g - you only need 1.25 to 1.5 packets) These were from KMart … [Read more...]
Does Your Home Flow?
Do you ever feel like all your furniture just seems to be in the way and just doesn't seem to fit? I know that this is definitely true for us! I think that over time, when things are added to our homes, we sometimes don't also take the chance to remove what we no longer need and love. I've talked about it here and here, but today I wanted to look at how we can make our homes … [Read more...]