Recently, I invited some close friends over for a wine tasting evening at my home. While there is nothing all that inventive about that, what did make it more original was that each person brought the wine they drink on a regular basis, not necessarily their all time favourite wine. This meant all the guests [...]
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In every home I have ever lived in, when my father has visited he has always said the same thing. First, he has commented on the importance of a good set of kitchen knives, and second, his preference for lamps versus overhead lighting. So when he scheduled his visit to my new country house, I [...]
Whether you call them cabinet pulls, knobs, handles or hardware, they are the best article to change for a quick revamp to an outdated look. A run to the local hardware store will provide you with plenty of inspiration, as there are hundreds of different handle colours, shapes, and themes to be found. Some say [...]
If you have a closet, or laundry room in which to keep your cleaning products then you may consider adopting this organizational tool. On the back of the door of your closet, or laundry room, place a hanging showerhead shelf. It is perfectly suited for odds and ends, while it is also a great use [...]
Mopping has ever so rarely been rated as a favourite pastime, but it is one of those tasks that is a necessary evil. Since it is not a cherished activity, getting it right is all the more important. If you clean your floor right, then you can often gain more time in between mopping.
So, by [...]