This post is sponsored by Mortein, and has been written in accordance of my disclosure policy. I’ve spoken many times about how wonderful our neighbours are and how often we entertain at Pen Y Llechwedd. Every Friday night, we gather at one neighbours home or another and share drinks, nibbles and tales of our week.… read more →
Monthly Archives: November 2015
10 Traits You Need To Be A Builder’s Wife
Being a builder’s wife is no easy feat, though of course it comes with its rewards, I thought I should share some of my secrets for all my readers who are in a similar position. My Top 10 Tips on The Traits You Need To Be A Builder’s Wife Patience; Without it you’ll never make… read more →
5 Hamptons Style Kitchen Designs-Inspired Space
A couple of weeks ago I shared 5 of my favourite contemporary kitchen designs, and as much as I love a contemporary kitchen, Hamptons style is what has my heart. It’s quite similar to what we plan to install here in Pen Y Llechwedd, but we are looking at a blend of Hamptons, and classic… read more →
Does Orientation Really Matter? with the Undercover Architect
Amelia from Undercover Architect is joining us this week with the answer to a question we are asked as builders at least weekly. Q: Does Orientation Really Matter When You’re Designing Your Home? I can’t answer this more plainly. Yes. Yes. Yes. Emphatically yes. When you design for how the sun moves across your site… read more →
Styling An Entry-Home Improvement Thursday #HIT
I love the entry of my home, I also loved the entry of my last home. The entry is the first part of the interior of your home that your visitors will see, therefore it is an important place to make feel warm and welcoming. I’d like to share a few of my tips on… read more →
My Very First Live Presentation Masters Love Your Home
Last Thursday arrived after a long and sleepless night, it had been years since my last real public speaking event, and I was feeling really nervous. I busied myself during the day as much as possible, until around 2pm when the real nerves kicked in. That was a tough few hours while waiting for the… read more →
Love Your Home-Home Improvement Thursday #HIT
Today is the day! It’s finally here…..today my good friends Nikki and Angela are joining me as we present our Love Your Home in store presentation. I’m a little nervous, it’s been a while between gigs, but I am so excited to meet some of you. It’s not too late if you’d still like to… read more →
3 Scenarios That Will Make You Glad You Had Public Liability Insurance
3 Scenarios That Will Make You Glad You Had Public Liability Insurance Let’s face facts – accidents happen. No matter how careful you are, there are some things you can’t predict. While you can’t stop every accident from happening, you can be prepared for the worst by protecting yourself and your business with public liability… read more →
7 Ways to Procrastinate-The Builder’s Wife’s Top Tips
The least favourite part of my job, is the paperwork. Data entry is long winded and boring. I find it really difficult to find the energy to get into the space of paperwork. So much so, I have become a master procrastinator. Thinking about how many ways I manage to distract myself each week, I… read more →