Category Archives: Home Decor

Ikea Stool Makeover

Posted on April 12, 2011 by

I bought some stools at Ikea about 6 years ago. They were a bargain at less than $5.00 each. I love them, and they are very practical. They are excellent for extra seating when guests come over, and at the moment, we actually … Continue reading →

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Baby Nursery

Posted on April 10, 2011 by

I have a very small bedroom that I am using for the baby nursery. As I only have 4 and a half weeks until baby is due, I have been readily preparing the nursery. It’s very simplistic and minimal to … Continue reading →

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What I received in the post

Posted on October 28, 2010 by

Look what I received in the post today. I am super excited to start sewing something from these books. I have recently lost my sewing mojo. I’ll keep you posted on my progress.

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How to: Fold a fitted sheet

Posted on October 24, 2010 by

Carrying on from some previous posts about folding irregular shaped linen, now is the time to show you how I fold fitted sheets. Don’t mind the wrinkles in the sheet. I don’t like to iron unless it’s when I’m sewing. … Continue reading →

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DIY Alphabet Art – inspired by IKEA

Posted on September 6, 2010 by

I love this alphabet art poster at Ikea. Well, for $59.99 AUD, and the fact that I live about a day’s flight away from the closest IKEA, I thought I would do my own version for some cheap wall art … Continue reading →

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