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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.

Off-White Subway Tile Backsplash
Design Tips | Kitchen | Kitchen Reno

Off-White Subway Tile Backsplash

July 27, 2023July 31, 2023

Are you designing or upgrading your kitchen and looking at a timeless backsplash option? Or maybe upgrading your bathroom tile?…

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Solution for IKEA Kitchen 15″ Waste Cabinet with Recycling + Compost
Design Tips | IKEA | Kitchen | Kitchen Reno

Solution for IKEA Kitchen 15″ Waste Cabinet with Recycling + Compost

July 25, 2023June 19, 2024

You’ve designed and installed your IKEA kitchen, and so excited that you can use the drawer organizers and inserts. Then…

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Design Trend: White and Grey Checkered Tile & Harlequin Tile
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Design Trend: White and Grey Checkered Tile & Harlequin Tile

July 19, 2023July 19, 2023

In the realm of interior design, certain trends stand out for their timeless allure. Two such captivating trends are white…

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Hanging Art and Pictures Above the Bed
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Hanging Art and Pictures Above the Bed

July 17, 2023July 17, 2023

Adding art and pictures above your bed can transform your bedroom into a stylish, personalized sanctuary. With the right placement…

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White Dove Painted Brick Exterior
Design Tips | My Home | Paint Tips

White Dove Painted Brick Exterior

June 27, 2023March 1, 2024

When it comes to enhancing your home’s curb appeal, few things can make as big of an impact as a…

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How to Pick and Test the Perfect Chair Fabric for Upholstery
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How to Pick and Test the Perfect Chair Fabric for Upholstery

June 26, 2023June 26, 2023

When it comes to enhancing the look and comfort of your chairs, selecting the suitable fabric for upholstery plays a…

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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
  • Home Style Quiz
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