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FINDING MY POSITIVES // my top 10 surprising lockdown achievements
I’m using this time to inspire positivity and productivity
OUR GARDEN TRANSFORMATION // complete with before, during & after pics
Garden renovation – take a peek at what we managed to achieve on our modest budget
NIGHT NIGHT, SLEEP TIGHT // how I overcame my insomnia
After years of chronic insomnia, I’ve finally figured out how to get some sleep
CREATING SPACE // from cramped & cluttered to minimalist chic
Rather than a cluttered, frustrating space my room is now my peaceful oasis
CLASSY HOME DECOR ON A BUDGET // my favs from the SS20 george range
Check out my top picks from George’s surprisingly sophisticated SS20 homewares range.
SWEET SCENT-SATION // serenity candle with healing crystal
Win this gorgeous Serenity ‘Awaken’ candle, scented with Pink Grapefruit and Vanilla.
GROWING UP & GLOWING UP // how we gave big sis’s bedroom a teen makeover
It was time to give Big Sis a grown-up bedroom makeover
OUR URBAN JUNGLE // creating a living plant wall at home
How and why we created a living plant wall in our home
OFFICE OASIS // creating my perfect workspace at home
How I created my perfect little work sanctuary
SAFE, STYLISH & PRACTICAL // combination blackout and privacy blinds
My search for stylish window blind that provided privacy during the day, without losing natural light.
PERFUMED PARADISE // fine fragranced candles by Cocochi
After years of searching, I think I’ve found the perfect scented candle
GROW YOUR OWN MONSTERA // how to propagate baby swiss cheese plants from cuttings
When my Swiss Cheese plant got damaged during our renovations, I decided to give it a new lease of life!
WIN // SPRING BOUQUET OF FRAGRANT HYACINTHS, worth £29.99!
You could win this gorgeous scented spring bouquet, from Blossoming Gifts.
BEDDED BLISS // creating a calm & cosy bedroom sanctuary
Hotel chic bed linen, enjoyed in your own home.
MY ROOM WITH A VIEW // elegant art prints from Fy!
Creating a comfortable and relaxing bedroom space.
STUNNING IMAGES FROM ARTHAUS // searching for contemporary children’s art prints
I’ve become slightly obsessed with interiors and contemporary children’s art of late, a side effect of finally having a home and kids’ bedrooms I can…
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS // my review of the best advent calendars & where to find them
Awesome advent calendars – my pick of 12 of the very best.
AFTER ALL, YOU’RE MY WONDER WALL // gorgeous murals from wallsauce
Creating a bespoke feature wall in your home.
STYLISH STORAGE // when you’re strapped for space
The Brabantia Linn Clothing Rack provides the perfect mix of style and function, for homes with limited space.
About me
I’m Jacqui – a 40+ freelance journalist & lifestyle blogger.
I’ve been a magazine features writer for over 20 years, and in 2009 became one of the UK’s original ‘Mummy Bloggers’.
I’m proud mum to two funny & spirited girls; born summer 2008 and autumn 2010, and we all live just outside London with OH and our youngest baby – a miniature dachshund, named Frankie.
