How To Give Your Home A Great First Impression

Every single homeowner on this planet wants to live in the perfect place but I think we can all agree that there is no such thing as perfection, especially in a busy family home, however, we can all do our best to make our home comfortable, stylish and less cluttered.  One of the best ways to do this is by putting in as much work as we can, when we can. No home will ever look beautiful on its own, like anything it requires constant maintenance and work. Saying that, when it comes to first impressions, my best advice is to not overthink things. It's better to try and keep things simple and in the long run this also means less stress and work for you.  Keeping the outside of your home in good condition, no peeling paint or overgrown hedges, will go a long way when it comes to first impressions. Here are a few more actionable tips when it comes to creating a home that is welcoming to visitors.  Work On The Fundamentals And Foundations Your home will not look good at all if i......

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Moving? Getting Your New House In Order

When you move into a new home , it’s one of the most exciting experiences you can have, and the kind of thing that you are bound to love getting to grips with. Often it means that there will be a lot of things you need to focus on in order to get the place in order. Getting into a new house is one of life’s biggest milestones. Whether you are moving into your first property, upgrading to something larger, or downsizing to simplify your lifestyle, there is always a long list of things that need attention once the keys are finally in your hands. Between unpacking boxes, changing addresses, and getting used to a different environment, it can feel overwhelming at first. However, taking a methodical approach can help you settle in more comfortably and turn your new property into a real home much faster. The Essentials One of the best ways to start is by prioritising the essentials before focusing on decoration and aesthetics. It is tempting to jump straight into painting walls or buying new......

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Tackle pet hair with the Hoover Upright 300

*I was kindly given a Hoover Upright 300 in exchange for an honest review AD As some of you may know just over a year ago we welcomed 1yr old mixed breed dog into our home (and our hearts) and I've enjoyed every element of being a dog owner, well except for the dog hair in the home, that's one thing I could do without! I quickly realised my vacuum wasn't up for the job and simply was not picking up enough of the hair, which in turn was also agitating my allergies. Despite the kids and I travelling or being outdoors exploring most of the time when we are home we like to relax and enjoy our space & having a clean & pet hair-free home is important. So when Hoover got in touch for me to try out their new Upright 300 which offers impressive features for pet owners, I couldn't wait. I had already actually seen an advert for the Hoover Upright 300 on the TV, it looked really impressive but would it stand up to the test of my cat, dog and rather messy kids? I was keen......

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Clean in Style with Bosch Unlimited

Keeping a house clean is often not a favourite chore for many parents, it can so very often feel relentless and like a losing battle as children seem to have the ability to make a spotless room look like a dumping ground within the space of a few minutes so anything that makes cleaning less painful and possibly even enjoyable I am all about! Even though we are a very busy family, often on the move, travelling a fair amount or out and about it means that the time we are at home I want it to be enjoyable and keep things like cleaning as efficient as possible and not overly time-consuming which means I need the right tools for the job, as do all busy working parents.  Now we have had a bit of a history with vacuum cleaners, as I am petite in size I need something that is lightweight and I can carry upstairs and get into all those small places and we actually ended up selling one a few years ago simply because it was too heavy and cumbersome. Then our last two pro......

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Guest Post - A Lazy Persons Laundry Hacks

What do cleaning, tidying, washing up and laundry all have in common? They’re all household chores which never seem to be finished. It doesn’t matter how much time and energy you put into them, there’s still a basket full of laundry, a couple of bits of washing up left to do. And all the while there are just about a million more interesting things to do! Laundry is a job which seemingly never ends and can really stress you out. So what are us lazy people to do? We want our laundry done and out of our mind as not thinking about it isn’t an effective solution. After all we all need clothes to wear! You just don’t want to go crazy as you try to keep up with it. I put together tips and hints for speedy laundry and how to dry your clothes faster. How to do laundry faster Let’s dive into our laundry basket of hints and tips for getting your laundry done quicker 1. How often you do laundry matters Is it better to do a little laundry or a lot of laundry at once? If you find y......

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Can cleaning ever be fun? Avoid getting stuck in a cleaning rut

Cleaning can be one of the most boring and soul-destroying activities on the planet. Short of clicking your fingers and summoning an army of cleaners and butlers, these tasks just have to be done - but there are some practical ways to tackle the problem. Wage war on dirt If you start to view cleaning your house as an act of war against dirt and dust you may find that you’re cleaning your home more effectively and you’re having fun at the same time. Part of the problem is making sure you have the right products, you can find some great cleaning products from Click Cleaning , where you’ll find a large range of goods, suitable for your cleansing mission. Another way in which to make cleaning easier and more fun is to change your routine. If you have a family, incorporate their help. I always try and get Mr A involved in the cleaning after craft time Teamwork is good The saying that ‘many hands make light work,’ is great in principle but not if those d......

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The birthday posts

So there is a good reason to why I have not posted anything for a while - basically within the same week it's my birthday and then a few days later Arthurs first birthday. I never knew that organising a one year old's birthday would be so much work!!! Lots of baking, wrapping, shopping, cleaning blah blah but never mind I felt really spoilt for my birthday - with some wonderful treats - a vintage belt, necklace, amazing little brogues and some beauty products - reviews and pics to follow soon, Arthur was also treated to a Ralph Lauren shirt for his big day. Here are just a few pics from the past week - more to follow. Arthurs healthy banana muffin and my cupcake :) My boy on my birthday Arthur rocking Ralph Lauren  ...

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