Monthly Archives: March 2015

Pen Y Llechwedd-An Update

Pen Y Llechwedd-An Update

I was reminded this week of 2 before shots of our Pen Y Llechwedd, and I am most happy with her changes. Whilst we will leave the full reveal until we are satisfied with her being complete, I will show these two before and nearly afters to show you our progress. This is how theread more →read more →

Inspired Space-Blue and White

Inspired Space-Blue and White

Blue and white is an inspiring trend that never seems to die. Popular with the Hamptons style lovers, these colours can find a fit in most homes. My heritage is Dutch, and I grew up having a close affinity with Delft blue. I have some beautiful Delft plates given to me by my Grandmother, whichread more →

Etsy Love-Found by Her

Etsy Love-Found by Her

I have recently connected with this beautiful Etsy seller via Instagram. Oh how I could get lost the wonder of Instagram, and the friendships I have developed, never cease to amaze me! Found By Her is an Esty shop specialising in all things vintage homewares. An amazing treasure trove of inspiring goodness, such as these…read more →

Tech Talk-Cleaning your gutters

Tech Talk-Cleaning your gutters

Cleaning your gutters is one of the most important home maintenance jobs you need to regularly do. Yes it’s difficult, yes it can in some cases be dangerous, but yes it is most definitely essential. Why? Let me explain. Gutters have a very important roll on your roof, they carry water to the nearest drainage point,read more →

Pen Y Llechwedd-An update

Pen Y Llechwedd-An update

Little bits here, little bits there, big changes in the garden and our house becoming our home, that is what is happening this week. Builder hubby had a few slow days at work, at the beginning of last week and those few slow days created a few busy days in the backyard, goodness what aread more →

#mydailygratefuls

#mydailygratefuls

It’s time to turn this hash tag over to you, my readers and encourage you to join in. Would you like to have one of your photos featured on my blog? Image Source Simply, use the hash tag #mydailygratefuls on a photo on Instagram or Facebook, tag me if you are able, and each weekread more →

Inspired Space-Floor Lamps

Inspired Space-Floor Lamps

I am on the hunt for a floor lamp for the lounge. With the completion of the major parts of the reno, I can focus on adding bits and pieces here and there to make our house, our home. I’m thinking a floor lamp for the corner of the lounge will add a little depthread more →

Shop Love-Ruby and Rose Interiors

Shop Love-Ruby and Rose Interiors

I first ‘met’ Marie via Instagram, I fell in love with her photos. She has beautiful taste and a real eye for photography. I have recently become obsessed with her soon to arrive miniature donkey, oh my, she is just the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. I didn’t even know I needed one until Iread more →

Pen Y Llechwedd-An Update

Pen Y Llechwedd-An Update

It occurred to me on the weekend, that what I might see as not much happening with my home, may actually be quite a lot by not builders standards. Being builders, we are used to the hustle and bustle, the rush of a job needing to be completed, however as renovators, this is a littleread more →

#mydailygratefuls

#mydailygratefuls

This week I would like to reflect over my gratefuls, using words. I have so very much to be grateful for everyday. I have 5 healthy children, a loving and supportive husband, an amazing father, and so many kind, caring and loving friends. I have a wonderful support network built of like minded people, Iread more →