by Marylouise Cartwright | Jun 17, 2012 | Garden, gardening, geraniums, planters, window boxes
Here is a different take on the traditional window box. I have installed a towel rail and then hung some aluminium planters from that. These sit out and away from the weather boards. You don’t want to encourage timber rot.Plant up with...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jun 11, 2012 | Decor, inexpensive, mosaic, tiles
Feature tiles are expensive and not always what you want anyway. When doing my boys bathroom, I decided to make my own. Tile as if you were inserting a feature and use the space to mosaic your own design. Looks great, adds fun and colour to...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jun 5, 2012 | comfort, Decor, decorating, relaxation, winter
Take the time to set up an area in your home or garden where you can get some down time. Creating such a space inside the home allows you to have an All Day – All Weather sanctuary. You will need a comfy chair, some plush cushions, a blanket, a reading...
by Marylouise Cartwright | Jun 2, 2012 | craft, Decor, felt, pillows, relaxation
Finding peace in the garden can be especially invigorating. Have a basket just inside the door that contains all of the necessary gear. Hat, pillow, mat, sunscreen, book etc. I love to enjoy the sounds of the garden rather than my music although it...
by Marylouise Cartwright | May 28, 2012 | candles, relaxation, romance, spaces
I am all about creating special spaces in and around the home. Places where you can get away from pending jobs and take a moment for yourself. Hang some lanterns like these and set up a candlelight supper for you and someone...
by Marylouise Cartwright | May 26, 2012 | feet up, relaxation, roses, tea
A day of rest … huh. I am a mother so a day of rest is a thing of the past but it is still important to take time for your self. Make a cup of tea, put your feet up and take time to smell the roses. How do you spend your lazy...
by Marylouise Cartwright | May 26, 2012 | pastry, quick, recipes, snack, yummy
Just made these snacks for the girls coming over for drinks. All you need is:- 20 minutes Puff pastry sheets Parmesan cheese (grated) Seasoning (I usually make some with chilli flakes and some with salt & pepper Preheat oven to 180*C Prepare cooking tray by...
by Marylouise Cartwright | May 26, 2012 | apples, Decor, decorating, fruit bowl, fruit display, oranges
I always have plenty of fruit on hand for school lunches etc and by storing them in these tall vases they take up less space on the kitchen bench. They look spectacular as well. Remember, vases aren’t just for flowers. Do you have any huge vases in...
by Marylouise Cartwright | May 26, 2012 | gifts, greeting cards, wrapping aluminium foil
I love giving gifts.. Who doesn’t? I really love handing over a beautifully wrapped present and waiting for the recipients expression. You don’t have to spend a fortune on wrapping paper and cards. Here I wrapped a book with plain blue paper...