Easter is such a beautiful time of year. Around the world, a new season – spring or autumn – is arriving & with it the hope for new things. This year, we can all do with a reminder of the hope that Jesus brings. For us here in South Africa, Easter time marks the start […] Read more…
How to celebrate New Year’s Eve During Covid
Ok, so we’re Zoomed out, tired of plans changing, closed beaches, alcohol bans & wearing masks. You might even be tempted to get into bed at 8pm on New Year’s Eve so that the long year that was 2020 can just be over already. If you ask me, we can still have responsible fun & […] Read more…
How to style a classy centerpiece with artificial flowers
Valentine’s Day is only a few nights away. And if Valentine’s is not your thing, why not host a Galentine’s Day get-together for your friends on 13 February? Setting a really special table for your favourite girls will surely make them feel appreciated & special. My chosen colour scheme is pink, rose gold, gold & […] Read more…
Jingle & Disco All The Way To Christmas
Christmas is big around here. Rephrase. Christmas is big around me! So if you happen to be one of my friends or family members, you will get quite a bit of the Christmas spirit just by hanging out with me. And in less than 50 days Christmas will be here, so I reckon now is […] Read more…
Our Quick Mini Bedroom Refresh on a Budget
Our room (more specifically our bed) is one of my favourite spaces in our home! It is sunny & comfortable & absolutely perfect for naps. And I loooove a nap. But recently I felt a bit uninspired with the room. Living in a rented space has lots of pro’s, but it can easily feel like your […] Read more…
Pimp Your Straw Hat: Easy DIY Just For You
In November last year I saw straw hats with gorgeous gold tops & trim around the sides. They were so fabulous but really overpriced, so ever since I’ve been toying with the idea of giving a simple straw hat some golden treatment to make it look extra fab! Here is how it all came together: […] Read more…
How to style the perfect Monochrome Christmas decor
Black & white, Scandinavian-inspired or monochrome. It really doesn’t matter what you call this look, one thing is for sure: I have been smitten with this look for months now. So when the idea of a monochrome styled Christmas shoot recently came to life (with my friend, Kari from Lovilee), I couldn’t contain my excitement! […] Read more…
Introducing Lem Lem: a Chalk Paint™ with heart
Since the invention of her unique range of decorative Chalk Paint™ in 1990, Annie Sloan has been going from strength to strength. She has authored over 25 books, boasts a range of more than 35 paint colours & is regarded as one of the leading decorative paint specialists in the world. Today I would love to tell […] Read more…
2017 Sanlam Handmade Contemporary Fair
By now you know what joy I get from cooking, eating, getting together with people & giving a space some character. So if I had to be in charge of putting together a fair of sorts it would look exactly like The Sanlam Handmade Contemporary Fair. Yup, I feel like this fair was created just […] Read more…
6 Practical Tips For Beginner Decorators
Hands up if you like a beautiful, welcoming home. Well so do we. Our home has always been our happy space & I love to make it look pretty – irrespective of whether we own or rent it. Hours go into the planning of the interior & playing around with ideas. Hello Pinterest my best […] Read more…