Because We Can ...
The only thing constant in life is change and, as summer abruptly surrenders to autumn, what better time to discuss it. These days it...
What Would You Do?
Our normally quiet little town has had quite a summer so far. We had a rogue storm at the end of June that flattened trees and sent a...
Peppermint Spray, Soft Music & Tepid Bath Water
It's hot ... ridiculously hot and getting hotter. There's talk of 40 degree temperatures this coming weekend (think Celsius, folks, not...
Garden Enemy No. 1
I’ve often wondered how and when the every-present dandelion got placed at the top of the gardener’s hate list; after all, it has many...
Sit On Your Art!
Textile designers have long been part of the art-meets-function industry. Many renowned artists produce limited edition fabrics used to...
What's Behind Door Number ... ?
I’ve always considered the front door of a home represents its handshake … either is welcomes you, or it doesn’t! My walk around the...
Feels Like Home
Sarah Mills (not her real name) passed away a few years ago at the ripe old age of 92. She was a feisty lady with an infectious sparkle...
50 Shades of Blaaaah
Let me count the ways to say it … there’s taupe, sand, tan, burnt almond, latté, grey, ash, fawn … In a world full of colour, richness...
The Bog Blog
Bathrooms are my favourite rooms to decorate. Of course, I’m not talking about opulent spa-like rooms with costly travertine tiles and...
Distressed … When It’s At Home
Over the past few decades gently used and abused furnishings have been very successfully marketed as ‘rustic’, ‘shabby chic’, ‘retro’,...
