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Design Tips

Unlock the secrets of impeccable design with our curated collection of Design Tips. Navigate the intricate dance of colour, space, texture, and light, all distilled into actionable advice and insights. Drawing from industry best practices and my design experiences, these tips aim to guide both budding designers and decor enthusiasts alike. Dive in to decode the art of creating functional and aesthetically captivating spaces, and let your surroundings tell a story uniquely yours.

Guide to Perfect Chandelier Sizing for Your Room
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Guide to Perfect Chandelier Sizing for Your Room

February 8, 2024February 8, 2024

Selecting the right chandelier for your space is about striking the perfect balance between functionality and style. It’s not just…

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Best Paint Sheen for Bathroom Walls
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Best Paint Sheen for Bathroom Walls

February 5, 2024March 1, 2024

Discover how to elevate your bathroom with the ideal paint finish, choosing between satin and semi-gloss for the perfect sheen and durability.

Cover Image, Design: Tiffany Leigh Design, Project Alton House. Photography by Patrick Biller

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Guide to Mounting Your TV in the Living Room
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Guide to Mounting Your TV in the Living Room

January 22, 2024February 12, 2024

Do you want to avoid a bulky, floor-standing TV unit consuming your living room space? Or are you planning a…

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How to Remember Paint Colours: Tips + Tricks
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How to Remember Paint Colours: Tips + Tricks

January 12, 2024March 1, 2024

Transforming your living space with the perfect paint colours can be thrilling and daunting. Learn how to remember paint colours…

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Window Coverings for Small Windows
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Window Coverings for Small Windows

January 8, 2024January 8, 2024

Small windows are often found in cozy nooks, compact spaces, and areas where you want a touch of the outside…

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How to Hang Curtains + the Rules
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How to Hang Curtains + the Rules

January 6, 2024January 6, 2024

Curtains are the unsung heroes of interior design. They are more than just a functional accessory that offers privacy and…

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They may have started little but they’re not so They may have started little but they’re not so little now!
Bookshelves up, gallery wall installed, and finall Bookshelves up, gallery wall installed, and finally starting to feel like a playroom! 

Used leftover fabric as art mats and started building a little reading nook - then realized the whole corner needed something more. Enter: the wallpaper idea I couldn’t get out of my head.

Wait for the reveal in part 4!
These hot air balloons were supposed to be a quick These hot air balloons were supposed to be a quick DIY🎈

Tissue paper, paper towel, which gave it a weird texture. Should have just bought newspaper. Painted patterns… hated them. Designed vinyl decals instead.

Cricut, Mod Podge, hot glue and a lot of patience later… they ended up being my favourite part of the room.

More of the space coming together in part 3!
This attic was supposed to be a bonus room.
But “bold” paint and bad lighting made me hate it… and it slowly turned into a dumping ground.
After Owen was born, I knew I wanted to turn it into a space that felt playful, cozy, and full of magic.
So I started fresh - with a painter, a lighter palette, and a new vision.
More in part 2!
Never not planning an IKEA hack ✨ thinking of a Never not planning an IKEA hack ✨ thinking of a bench seat and bookcase built-in around the fireplace at the cottage next?!
#ad🫐A slow morning, muffins from my grandma’s #ad🫐A slow morning, muffins from my grandma’s recipe box, and Owen hanging out in his high chair - this is what breakfast looks like lately.

I love how the ILVE Nostalgie II 30” Induction Range makes everyday moments feel a little more special.

#ilvepartner #ILVENostalgie #breakfastwithbaby #cozykitchen #inductionrange #kitchenroutines

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    • The Best Off-White Paint Colours
    • Curtain Width Guide
    • Art Hanging Rules + How To Hang Pictures
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    • Paint Colours in My Home
    • Kitchen Reno
      • Cream Coloured Kitchen Cabinets
      • My Budget-Friendly Kitchen Remodel
      • Why I Chose a Breakfast Nook over a Peninsula
    • Bedroom Design Tips
    • Floral Vine Wallpaper Powder Room
    • Budget-Friendly Third Floor Bonus Room Reveal
  • IKEA Hacks
    • Painting IKEA Pax and Other Furniture
    • Make an IKEA Kitchen Look Custom with Retrofit Cabinet Doors
    • IKEA Sektion: Built-In Wardrobe For Sloped Ceilings
    • IKEA Hack: Creating a Hidden Wardrobe with PAX
    • Pax Wardrobe Hack 2.0
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