With Christmas just around the corner, I’m guessing many of you are wanting to get the house in order before the festivities begin. While December is often a busy time, it’s not too late to get some order in your home with a bit of decluttering.
12 Packing Tips To Make Moving House Easier
Last year we moved house for the first time in nearly 9 years. If packing up 9 years worth of stuff wasn’t bad enough, I was also 26 weeks pregnant. Fun times! Here are my top tips for moving without stress.
Free Printable Lego Labels
It seems a lot of people are searching for ways to store and organise Lego! If you’ve been looking for some free printable Lego labels for your Lego storage containers then this post is for you.
Energy Saving 101: In The Kitchen
Aside from heating and cooling, the kitchen uses the most energy in most homes. The fridge, freezer, microwave, stove, oven and dishwasher all add up, so finding ways to save energy in the kitchen can make a big impact on your energy bills.
Top Life Hacks To Reduce Your Energy Bill
It’s no secret that the way you use your home has a huge impact on your energy bills. There are ways to reduce it though, and some of them are so simple you’ve probably never considered them.
Can You Freeze Ham?
Have you ever wondered if you can you freeze ham? Well the simple answer is YES! You can absolutely freeze ham. Here’s a simple guide on how to freeze ham to avoid waste and keep it fresh.
How To Stay Organised When Returning To Work
Babies change everything. It’s just a fact of life. Before I had my first child I thought I had a pretty clear ideas about how things would pan out when I returned to work.
Why Little Everyday Luxuries Matter
Luxury means something different to everyone and it doesn’t necessarily mean a week in a 5-star hotel being waited on hand and foot (although if someone wants to send me there I’m all ears!). At the moment, for me, luxury is a few hours to myself in silence to sleep. Parenting is kicking my butt right now.
Do You Own 300,000 things?
I’ve recently been watching the documentary “Minimalism”. If you haven’t seen it, I’d encourage you to watch it. It’s fascinating viewing. The two guys who are behind it are on a hard core minimalist journey. One of them can carry everything he owns on his back!
Neutral Nursery Styles: Baby Week With Big W
With Big W’s launch of their gorgeous new Dymples bedding range I’ve styled two different neutral bedding looks for just $49.
How To Save $20,000+ When Selling Your Home
We recently sold our first home and I have to tell you, I was shocked at how much it costs to buy and sell a house. All up it cost us close to $30,000 to sell our duplex in Sydney!
5 Quick & Easy Spring Cleaning Tasks To Do Today
The weather is warming up and Spring is in the air. It’s the perfect time to get some of those more neglected spring cleaning tasks off the “To Do” list.
Simple Ideas to Make School Mornings Run Smoothly
This year my eldest started school for the first time. Boy has it been a learning curve (for him AND me)! Generally speaking I’ve not had to be organised and out the door in the morning at any specific time for the past few years. Other than making it to playgroup and getting him to […]
Jura E8 Review: A Comprehensive Jura Coffee Machine Review
When it comes to Father’s Day gifts, this year I have totally aced it! Technically it’s my husband who’s benefiting (so I guess that means the boys are the genius gift givers), and I have to admit that it may be a gift that slightly benefits me too…
Easy Internet: Staying online when moving house
Having great internet access at home is basically essential these days. Even a few days “offline” is enough to cause havoc in many households. I recently reviewed Vividwireless and I’ve shared the pro’s and con’s here.