As if house buying and selling wasn’t stressful enough, unexpected issues can lead to extra negotiations like gazundering. House buyers are more demanding than ever and while sometimes gazundering can be necessary if there are problems, sometimes it can be…
Beautiful homeware trends for 2021 from small sellers
As 2021 approaches, its time to look at the beautiful homeware trends that will be lighting up our homes this year. Utilitarian is coming back after the year we’ve had but accented by gorgeous colours. Handmade pieces by small artisans…
11 beautiful Black-owned art print businesses in the UK
I’ve had many questions about Black-owned art prints businesses so to save you from scrolling, I’ve put together this list of beautiful pieces and shops. All of these businesses are based in the UK so not only are these businesses…
Water-saving devices to make your home more eco-friendly
Environmental issues are at the forefront of everybody’s mind these days as we look for a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. Whether that is in the way we think, act or encourage others to behave, saving energy and money is…
The easiest guide to reupholstering a sofa for beginners
This beginner’s guide will give you an overview of reupholstering a sofa in a quick and easy way, accompanied by photos and bitesize instructions. I used this exact method to reupholster my sofa after it was ruined by bad tenants…
7 things I learnt about being a landlord after my house got trashed by tenants
Before I spent the last year travelling in Asia, I found myself in the very privileged position of becoming a landlord. I had never pictured myself being involved in property in any shape or form, but it was necessary to…
7 tips to avoid getting burgled
Friday’s in November are the most common time for burglaries according to insurers. This means that it is vital to keep your home safe once the clocks go back and people go out on the rob. People who have been…
11 things you need to clean your home in an eco-friendly way
Watching Marie Kondo’s Tidying on Netflix has really got me in the mood for home improvement, and I’m not the cleanest or tidiest person, but I do aim to be as eco-friendly as possible! Some of the best cleaners you…