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Things that I have #LikedandLoved in February 2023

by RachelSwirl February 28, 2023

February has very quickly come to a close and though it’s the shortest month of the year it seems to have been the busiest so far for us. Here are a few of the things that we have #LikedandLoved throughout the past twenty-odd days. Eighteen Years Together Paul and I celebrated eighteen years together this month. It really doesn’t feel like eighteen years since we went out on our first date but time obviously flies when you’re having fun. Valentines Day As usual, Paul and I celebrated Valentine’s Day a day earlier than most (as it merges with our anniversary). …

Redecorating A Boys Bedroom

by RachelSwirl November 27, 2022

If you are a mom with a son, there will come a time when he’ll want to redecorate his bedroom. And, as any good mom, you’ll probably want to help him out. But before you do, there are some things you should know. So here are all the do’s and don’ts of redecorating a boy’s bedroom. So read on, moms, and learn how to make your son’s bedroom look how he wants it! 1. Do Consider Your Son’s Interests When redecorating your son’s bedroom, it is essential to consider his interests. What does he like? What are his favourite colours? …

Transform Your Windows From Drab To Divine With Custom Made Window Dressings From Make My Blinds

by RachelSwirl April 14, 2017

Following the completion of our extension Paul and I spent a great deal of time decorating, furnishing and adding the finishing touches to our beautiful new bedroom and en suite bathroom. Having spent time living in numerous houses over the years I have slept in a range of bedrooms none of which have been comparable in terms of quality or size. Our new room is far bigger than any of our previous bedrooms and with the added en suite it feels as if we are living in luxury! I’m not saying bigger is better but having the space to fit a king size bed, a …

Decorating In Hindsight

by RachelSwirl April 11, 2017

Thinking back to when we first moved into our ‘forever home’ there was so much that needed to be done in terms of DIY. We have been here almost five years now and whilst we have worked hard to modernise as much as possible there are still some spaces in need of a major update. Most importantly in my eyes we have yet to rip out the delightful ‘nineties-fruit and pine’ kitchen and replace it with a sleek, modern kitchen suite setup specifically to our requirements. I cant wait to walk into a clean, sleek kitchen without wincing at bright green …

#LittleLoves – A Blast From The Past

by RachelSwirl December 16, 2016

It’s Friday yet again and of course time to list my #LittleLoves. It’s been yet another busy week for Paul and I, we have done so much that it’s all a bit of a blur really. The kids have finally finished both school and nursery for the Christmas holidays and we can finally start to wind down or should I say rev up for Christmas. Let’s hope now that we have some time together we can relax! Read I haven’t had time to read much of anything this week. After making endless applications to jobs over the past month or so I …