Even though Spring in some parts of the world is seen as an absolute life giver, here in Ballarat, it is more like the sting of a cayenne pepper and lemon induced cocktail of gastric proportions. You think it’s going … Continued
To be honest, I haven’t been covering The Block 2016 this year because I have been under excited by the weekly reveals. Maybe, channel 9 should consider some basic training for the contestants especially when a heritage property is in the … Continued
Furniture Sourcing 101 Do you have that crushing feeling when you know what you want but you just can’t seem to find it? How about when you see something on Pinterest but the links never get to where it says … Continued
I am talking girls bedrooms of the blue variety. Don’t get me wrong, pink is a fabulous colour in many situations, but don’t feel like you have to have a pink themed bedroom just because you have a daughter! Girls … Continued
That’s right! I see a tonne of images of styled children’s rooms filled to the brim of lovey-dovey, stay-this-way-forever children’s decor.Right now…I want to vomit. ALL-OVER-IT! The thing is, yes, those little pineapple prints and the felt garlands and even … Continued
We are getting closer to the new Block start date so I thought a flashback to an old favourite would be a nice way to kick off mid-year. What better way to start, than with a modern bathroom by Kyal … Continued
An awesome relative of mine suggested I write a review about this great new place I visited on the weekend in Ballarat for a friend’s birthday. It’s one of those places that is just a little hidden, down an … Continued
We all love the idea of renovating our bathroom but where do you start? How much will it cost? Where can you save money and how can you prevent being ripped off? There are a few simple rules to follow … Continued
Are you like me and you tend to wear towels out for way past their friendliness date? Do you wait for a ‘towel sale’ because you wish to buy the fluffiest towel but get annoyed that their sale price is … Continued
If you love antiques, you must have heard about the famous Ballarat Antique Fair happening this long weekend. With over 100 antique dealers you are sure to find something you have never seen before and something you have always wanted … Continued
Choosing the right bathroom glass should be paramount when considering replacing windows during a bathroom renovation. The wrong glass could leave you, well… a little under-dressed! It is much more expensive to change it after the window has been installed. … Continued
Need some help with your bathroom reno? It is true that some things never go out of fashion and others just just skip a few decades and then renew. This picture sparked some inspiration in me because when I look … Continued
One of the biggest problems I hear when buying a new outdoor dining setting is, “How do I choose the right size?”. The first question you need to answer is: How many people will use the setting on a daily basis? … Continued
Happy New Year! If you’ve been skipping around the site over the last few weeks you may have noticed parts under construction at times and other pages going a bit crazy. Sorry about that! Well, I finally decided to go with … Continued
Last year, after going DIY, I stated I would do better this year with my Christmas styling decorations but alas…it’s happened again. I have no money to spend on all the whimsical decorations out there this year. Boo-hoo! So … Continued