I don’t mind cleaning, I wouldn’t say that I LOVE it but I certainly don’t mind it. At least when you’re cleaning you get instant results, a kind of little pat on the back for your efforts. Of course in a household of 6 the results don’t last for long but for a short period … Read more
When purchasing bedroom furniture, there are a few pieces that are invariably important. Whether for a large bedroom or a smaller space, a handful of must-have items can create a cosy and cohesive look in any room. With a wide range of designs available in a variety of shades and styles, shopping for bedroom furniture … Read more
I love nothing more than to spoil my children; I have done it since the moment they were born because it gives me great pleasure to see the delight on their faces when I present them with a shiny new toy, a pretty dress, a surprise bag of sweets or even something as simple as … Read more
When we moved the children’s rooms around in preparation for the arrival of Jelly Bean we asked each of them how they would like their bedrooms decorated. We gave them as much ‘free choice’ with their rooms as we possibly could, depending on how expensive their ideas became. Our philosophy was that they need to … Read more
Why should people be alarmed? Carbon monoxide is a highly poisonous gas that has no colour, taste or smell, meaning it can easily be inhaled without somebody realising. When carbon monoxide is breathed in, it starves the body of oxygen. High levels can kill within minutes, but it can also cause a range of non-fatal … Read more
The sofa is a central part of the home. Mums know this better than anyone. When you’ve had to do the school run numerous times, cleaned the house, done a mountain of ironing, planned and cooked everyone’s breakfasts, lunch and dinner, do the weekly shop and somehow found time to go to work as well, … Read more
So often I have heard people saying how they don’t hang pictures on their walls when they have new-build houses because they don’t like to damage the walls. From our point of view we haven’t put much on our walls because the plaster just seems to crumble into a big gaping hole!! But in recent … Read more
If you’ve got kids, you’ll be all too aware of the mess they can make. A few weeks after the birth and they soon become king or queen of the castle. This is why, if you’ve got the room, you need a playroom. I know what you’re thinking… they can play in their bedroom. Well … Read more
Being a stay at home Mum means I spend a LOT of time in the home with the children so I want it to be a place I enjoy, somewhere I feel relaxed, happy, safe and secure. I am pleased to say that I love my lounge, it is such a calming room and even … Read more