Accessorising areas of the home that are part adult, part kids’ zones can require a delicate balance of fun and sophistication. When it came to refreshing our family games room I was delighted to discover a new cushion collection that perfectly fits the space. Child’s Play by Textile Designer Chloe Evans, is a clever range …
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We love small business innovation, supporting local, earth-friendly products and great design – and new launch Siesta Walls offers it all! Don’t you find that with all this extra time at home, you’re wanting to re-invent your space more often? I’m always getting up to some type of crafty DIY projects or shopping for home …
Having boy/girl twins posed a bit of a challenge when it came to a kids’ shared bedroom design. I had an idea of what I wanted, but enlisted their help for final selection which was fun and they were engaged with the design process. This could even mean they won’t outgrow it too quickly?! Here’s …
Best rug for a kids’ room? When putting our kids’ room designs together, I found this to be the trickiest part simply because there is so much choice! I kept falling in love with different ones. The right rug was an absolute must to ‘make’ the room, especially as we have shiny brown/orange floorboards. Along …
Top qualities in a stylist for kids room design? Obviously their portfolio of children’s spaces. But when one has a personality that makes you feel like the sun is shining and openly admits to loving fairy bread, you kind of know you’re on to an especially good thing. I mean that type of person is …
Would you be game to do it? Designing your own isn’t as easy as it can look. So, when I saw Insta posts by bookkeeper Mel Wyse of her beautiful nursery, I got in touch. Did she mind being quizzed about a few nursery decor shopping tips and tricks? She did not! Find out more …
Welcome to my bushfire fundraiser with 100% of proceeds going to GIVIT. UPDATE: $534.60 has been raised so far (including postage which I will cover) 2 items have been re-listed and I will be adding more… A week ago our Sydney soccer grading was cancelled due to more extreme heat of 40+ degrees. Now it’s …
When my daughter, Anika, was going through some anxiety and learning issues last year, her Year 1 teacher let me know that she was complaining about her eyesight. I’m afraid to say that at the time it felt like ‘one more thing’ on my list of things to deal with (you know, the normal parent …
Streff Syndrome. Kids Anxiety and a Link With Eyesight Read More »
Llew of weave company Hope & Buddy is one of those bright happy people that everyone seems to know and everyone loves to be around. When I had a chat with her about her businesses and family-life juggle, her candid answers provided insight into something many of us struggle with. I found her openness particularly …
I’ve had quite a few emails about kids wardrobes recently and what vintage paint colours are available. My absolute favourite brand is Fusion Mineral Paint. I’m not a huge lover of painting (the prep bores me!) but this one is a dream, for a few reasons… I sand the wood but that’s it, no undercoat …
