Why I Chose Large Tiles for my Bathroom Renovation …

May 4, 2016

  Last year, we renovated our bathrooms. It was a huge job because we completely gutted each space and started from scratch. The ensuite was reasonably straight-forward but the original main bathroom was quite small so we knocked down the external wall and had it rebuilt, pushing it out to the edge of the eaves to make the room larger. We agonized over whether it was worth the money but, once the job was finished, it proved to be worth every cent as, what was once a small bathroom, was now a good size that fitted with the rest of the … read more

10 Essential Tips for Renovating a Bathroom …

April 2, 2016

  Bathrooms may be small but they’re also one of the most important rooms in your home. Hubby and I have just finished renovating our ensuite. We’re so thrilled with the end result and, I’m happy to report, it was a relatively smooth process, so much so we are now tackling the main bathroom.     Bathrooms need to be functional and if you can also achieve a look that you love, then you’ll have definitely hit the jackpot! A well-planned renovation can also add value to your home so, having just survived the process, here are my essential tips for … read more

Bathroom Cleaning Kit Essentials …

February 13, 2016

  When you think about the number of cleaning products that the average household needs, it can become quite a collection. There are cleaning products for the kitchen, laundry, bathroom, and so on, and these are often kept in a central cupboard/area. However, I’ve always looked for ways to clean more simply, quickly and efficiently and I achieve this in the bathroom by keeping all the cleaning products I need right where I need them … in the bathroom.   It’s so convenient (everything is at my fingertips), it saves me time and it motivates me to spot clean … read more

Soap V Liquid Hand Wash … Which One I Prefer and How I Save on its Cost …

December 19, 2015

  If you’re looking to cut costs and save money it’s often the little everyday things that we do without thinking that can make a difference … $2 here and $5 dollars there doesn’t seem like much but it can add up. I love to regularly track my spending and review where my cash goes. I then challenge myself to see if there’s a way to spend less so that I can harness those savings and put the spare cash towards something I would really love like a family holiday.   One little way I’ve discovered to save some money is on how I buy and use liquid hand wash. I … read more

“I Love You to the Moon and Back” Artwork for a Child’s Nursery, Bedroom or Playroom …

November 29, 2015

  Nothing brightens a wall or room more than a lovely piece of artwork. So if you’re looking for a way to enhance the decor in your child’s nursery, bedroom or playroom, I’ve created this great little print for you to download ABSOLUTELY FREE! Simply pick up an inexpensive frame next time you’re at the shops, download, print and hang on the wall.   Each page has been designed to print on a standard A4 page and just remember to adjust your printer settings to print at 100%. This picture would also look fantastic in a larger frame with some matting to … read more

How to Care for Your Bath Towels …

October 18, 2015

  One of the earliest stories I shared on the blog was my Bath Towel Buying Guide … a list of things that I consider when buying new bath towels. I love having nice towels in the bathroom and once I’ve bought gorgeous new towels, I like to keep them looking fabulous for as long as possible.   Here are some simple tips to help you care for your towels so they will look fresher and last longer:   Always wash new towels in cold water before you use them for the first time. This will reduce any lint. It will also help to improve absorbency because … read more

How I Put the Sparkle in my Mirrors in Less than One Minute …

June 10, 2015

  Do you hate toothpaste splatter all over your bathroom mirrors? Do you loathe looking through mascara, other makeup stains and shaving cream while trying to clean your teeth? Do fingerprints and tacky hairspray all over the mirror leave you wanting to pull your hair out?   Me too and if I had to create a list of all the things that drive me crazy around the house, this would be in my top 5!   But I’ve overcome the problem with a fairly simple solution … creating a routine of wiping the bathroom mirrors every day or two by using 2 microfibre … read more

Little Monkeys Bathroom Posters … Free to Download …

June 6, 2015

  I’ve created another set of fantastic posters for you of four common tasks that little people need to remember in the bathroom and toilet. When my kids were toddlers, posters like these were a fun way to teach them and remind them of simple things. To download, simply click on the “free to download” banner under each poster and print … totally FREE … laminate or frame and attach to the wall or tiles. I hope you like them.   If you have family or friends who you think would use these great charts/posters, please feel free to … read more

8 Simple Tips to Help your Teens Organise their Makeup and Skincare …

April 29, 2015

  Ask any mother of a teenage girl if their daughter manages to keep their makeup and skincare tidy and well organised and, in most cases, you’ll be greeted with a sigh of resignation or, in severe cases, a wide-eyed look of near hysteria.   I know because I’m the mum of three girls and this has always been one area that we’ve struggled with. My girls (like most) love makeup and they all have huge collections that never seem to stay organised. The girls always seem to be in a hurry, with their makeup applied at the last minute and then tossed aside in a … read more

Little Bunnies Bathroom Posters … Free to Download …

October 13, 2014

I’ve created another set of fantastic posters for you of four common tasks that little people need to remember in the bathroom and toilet. When my kids were toddlers, posters like these were a fun way to teach them and remind them of simple things. To download, simply click on the “free to download” banner under each poster and print … totally FREE … laminate or frame and attach to the wall or tiles. I hope you like them. If you have family or friends who you think would use these great charts/posters, please feel free to share. Please Note: These … read more

Safety Tips for the Bathroom … For Little Kids … (and Big Kids, too) …

June 23, 2014

Hazards exist all around the home and the bathroom can potentially be one of the most dangerous rooms in the house. However, with a bit of care and some commonsense precautions, most dangers can be eliminated or significantly reduced. Here is a list of the things I tried to do when my girls were littlies to help keep them safe in the bathroom: NEVER leave a small child unattended in the bath. It didn’t matter if the phone rang or someone knocked on the door, I was never tempted to leave the girls alone in the bath. Accidents can happen in a split second and … read more

Teaching Kids Good Bathroom Routines & Habits (Part 1) … Free to Download …

June 13, 2014

Routine and structure are really important for kids because it gives them a sense of security … a sense that their environment is safe and familiar. It also helps them to develop self-discipline rather than waking up every day to new rules and change. Teaching kids (young ones in particular) to be clean, tidy and safe in the bathroom can sometimes be a bit tricky and I found when my own kids were little, I used lots of charts to help them remember to complete simple tasks and to develop good habits and routines. Today I’m sharing a cute chart that I created for a … read more

Bathroom Labels … Free to Download …

June 5, 2014

Recently on the blog I shared the story of how I organised my main bathroom and you can read about that here, here and here. To help me locate things easily and to be super organised, I created a gorgeous set of labels which I cut out, laminated and attached to the various baskets and crates I used. I have since had loads of requests from lovely readers for these labels so here they are. Each set of labels contains 18 different individual labels. I have created the same set of labels in three different styles and colours and they are absolutely free for you to … read more

Bathroom Cleaning Checklist … Free to Download …

May 2, 2014

It doesn’t take much for the bathroom to get dirty and it sometimes seems like a never-ending job. I clean my bathrooms once a week and then every 3 months or so I roll up my sleeves and thoroughly clean it from top to bottom including exhaust fans, light fittings, doors, windows and inside cupboards and drawers.   Today I’m sharing with you my Bathroom Cleaning Checklist that I use for that more intensive clean. Simply click on the download button and print off your free copy … that’s right … absolutely free! Simply laminate and then keep it in the bathroom … read more

Bath Towel Buying Guide & Country Road Towels Product Review …

April 20, 2014

  Recently I decluttered and organised our main bathroom … wow, what a difference! I can’t believe how much “stuff” I was able to get rid of! Bathroom cupboards and drawers can accumulate so many things like out-of-date cosmetics and skincare, old hair straighteners and hair dryers, half empty bottles of moisturisers, broken hair bands and so on.   It was also a great opportunity to look at the condition of our towels, hand towels and face washers and, let me tell you, they were looking a little sad. Noticing that Myer had a Manchester sale at the time, … read more