Recently I needed to buy a new fridge/freezer and after a lot of research on the internet, I decided on a Fisher & Paykel fridge.
Read moreSaturday shopping on Golborne and Portobello Roads
Anyone who lives in London or visiting London should visit Portobello Road but must ensure that they go as far as Golborne Road because Golborne is a fantastic road full of interesting stores, in particular Portuguese and Moroccan food stores, second hand and antiques store and other great independent stores.
Read moreStars rocking for CHIVA Africa
A friend of mine convinced 14 celebs to decorate 12 rocking horses to raise funds for CHIVA Africa's Paediatric and Adolescent AIDS Programme in South Africa. They did the most amazing job and the auction raised a large amount of money for this wonderful charity.
Read moreShop online for affordable upcycled accessories
Italian cake mould lights
Online shopping at Story North
These light houses are gorgeous
I'm always looking for unusual items to buy for the home or as gifts. I thought I would start sharing websites for online shopping that I think you might find of interest.
Read moreMaking a festive feature of a hallway entrance
Most of us are gearing up for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It's way too early to put up Christmas decorations but it's nice to have something to remind us that it's nearly winter. See how I'm styling my hallway and entrance this festive season.
Read moreSitting room revamp: Upholstered chairs
I bought another Victorian armchair for my sitting room and had it upholstered in the same crushed velvet as the sofa, but this time in two colours: mustard and grey velvets. The piping, back and sides are grey and the rest is mustard. It looks stunning with the curtain fabric behind.
Read moreWhat happens when Kiwi design meets Scottish cashmere?
Cashmere Affair started in New Zealand in April 2012 by Caroline and is a combination of modern, colourful New Zealand design (the twist), and the wonderful quality and rich history of Scottish Cashmere (the timeless).
Read moreSteam Cream all-in-one moisturiser
My latest favourite skin care discovery is Steam Clean. Find out more about this wonder product.
Read moreComfort food: eggs, tomatoes and chillies
Dive into this divine comfort food recipe I created.
Read moreA day walking in London
The dome of St Pau's cathedral in the background
London is a stunningly beautiful city and it can only be appreciated by walking around it.
Read moreSitting room revamp: reupholstered sofa
You might remember my sofa which was given to me by a very dear friend. It belonged to her grandparents and she had no further use for it so she very kindly gifted it to me. It's actually Regency (circa 1730), and befitting a very loving reupholstering. See the before and afters.
Read moreNever understimate the effect of candlelight
You never need an excuse to light candles. The light of candles is soft and romantic and creates a wonderful atmosphere in a room.
Read moreCooking Globe Artichokes
Ever tried globe artichokes. A delicious acquired taste, find out how I prepare them for the perfect vegetarian supper.
Read moreSitting room revamp: preparing for reupholstery
The sitting room revamp is well underway with two key pieces of furniture being sent for reupholstery.
Read moreDelicious gluten-free granola
This gluten-free granola recipe is easy to whip up and is so moreish. You will want to snack on it all day!
Read moreLasagne: my signature dish
Take it from a girl who married an Italian and lived in Sicily for 10 years, this is your ultimate lasagne feast. Try my recipe and you'll never regret it.
Read moreCream of Cauliflower Soup (a healthy option)
Try this healthy cream soup alternative featuring almond milk and thickened with ground almonds: delicious!
Read moreMake the most of a beautiful bunch of flowers
I received a beautiful bunch of flowers for my birthday, and I wanted to show you how you could really get the most out of one bunch.
Read morePhotos from Decorex 2013
Take a peak at the Decorex 2013 displays.
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