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Product Showcase: Tuscan Engineered wood flooring

January 15, 2019 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Do you find that January is often the time of year when you start to think about home renovations?  I know the combination of post-Christmas calm, having the kids back at school, and gloomy weather always kicks me into planning mode, it just seems like a good month to get organised doesn’t it? Whatever room you’re planning on tackling this year, it’s likely that a flooring update is part of the plan.  Wooden floors are always a popular ...

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What to consider when choosing garden furniture

June 8, 2018 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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Are you looking to update your garden furniture?  Today's guest post has lots of helpful tips to help you find the perfect option for your outdoor space. Buying garden furniture is a long-term investment, and making the right choice can really help transform your garden space. However, planning is key. It’s not about buying a garden furniture set because it looks good, or because it’s in the sale; it has to fit and work with the space you have ...

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Product Showcase – Made to Last Sofa Beds

June 6, 2018 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Made to Last Lode sofa bed

Are you planning any interiors projects at the moment?  It may be the busiest time of year gardening-wise, but we’re also about to start some pretty major indoor projects too, including a complete revamp of our family room.  At the moment it’s a glorified cupboard, but I have grand plans to transform it into a cosy den where the kids can do their music practice and chill out with their friends.  We’ll definitely need a sofa in there, and as we ...

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Product Showcase: Sogni Di Cristallo handcrafted venetian lighting

March 24, 2017 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Sogni Di Cristallo Kasa pendant light

If you read the blog regularly, you’ll know that as well as all things gardening, my other big passion is interiors.  I’m forever planning our next home project, and I spend a lot of time browsing online for inspiration.  I love the fact that the internet gives you access to so many businesses and their unique products; there’s no way you’d be able to find such a wide range on a real-life shopping trip, and it’s a great way to create a really ...

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A gift guide for gardeners with Homesense

December 10, 2016 by Catherine 4 Comments

homesense gardening range

How’s your Christmas shopping going?  I’m almost done; I find the kids so easy to buy for, but the adults are a different matter.  I still have a few grown-up gifts to find, and I’m on the lookout for some less run-of-the-mill ideas; the sort of gift that you wouldn’t necessarily find in every shop.  When I’m searching for this kind of gift, I always make a beeline for Homesense. I love Homesense.  It's a great one-stop shop for home and ...

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I’m Catherine, mum, wife, writer and fan of wellies. We love exploring, creating and growing things and my blog shares ideas, inspiration and tips for making the most of busy family life, indoors and out.

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