The same but different 🏡 Yesterday was a day of The same but different 🏡 Yesterday was a day off for me, thanks to my company offering everyone a day off to celebrate a new financial year 🙌🏻 So I spent it tryinggggg to declutter and get those rooms sorted - will it be done before the next #transformationtuesday 🤔
Naturally I’m knackered today so it was a nice change to be bound to a laptop. Kick started the day with some classic High School Musical 😂 How’s your Tuesday been? 
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A little man and his love for his garden 🌿 Wasn A little man and his love for his garden 🌿 Wasn’t this weekend just lush? The sunshine, the blue skies, things finally look bright! 
We had a busy one, sorting through some of the junk we carried through the move, and finally get those must keep items stored in our loft space! I am a little gutted I’m not showing you a transformation of the two spare rooms, but it’s not long now, just a couple more boxes to sort and some things to sell and we will finally have a 3 bedroom house! 
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Rhodie thoroughly enjoyed his zoomies  round the garden, especially once we took the fence back so he had more room to run! Doesn’t he just look so happy. All he wanted was us all to be in the garden all day! 
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Saturday night in 🍿only just getting round to M Saturday night in 🍿only just getting round to Marcella and boy why haven’t I watched it already? Rhodie seems to be loving it too! 🐶
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The grass is certainly longer and more established The grass is certainly longer and more established since this snap from early January. 🌿 Despite Rhodie being a little naughty and pulling a few chunks of lawn up in first few weeks, the lawn is going well. 
But as sunshine starts to appear, our next project is fast approaching - our garden! I have some high hopes for our long garden plot, including a larger patio and some much needed privacy. I didn’t think I would be, but I’m rather excited to get green fingered, and hopefully create a inviting outdoor space 🌿 Any advice for our rather daunting blank canvas? I’d love to hear any ideas! 
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I am so stoked that our loft is now BOARDED!🌿 Y I am so stoked that our loft is now BOARDED!🌿 You know how it is, those childhood mementos, wedding day cards and the odd air loom just have no other place that somewhere safe, like a loft. It’s something we completely underestimated, but we managed to find someone to undertake the work and we can see the light on our current mess that is upstairs! 
Yes, I thought he was coming on Friday, and yes he did get a fright when I opened the door yesterday morning in my dressing gown, but hey ho, it’s done and I didn’t know I could be so bloody excited for some plywood in a loft! 
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Did you see it? ✨ The moody new blue in our loun Did you see it? ✨ The moody new blue in our lounge? Dunno why but my colour transformation reel isn’t showing on my grid, but it’s still kicking my around. To say I’m in love with our new colour would be a understatement. Being a bit braver in our new home is coming together, just a few finishing touches to go! 
👈🏼 Swipe left to see the bland before!
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Back to work this fine Monday 🌿 After a week of Back to work this fine Monday 🌿 After a week off ( and tackling a whole load of home decorating ), I’m sadly back to the WFH routine. Is it the weekend yet? 
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Hello Monday 👋🏼 Our weekend was a slow and s Hello Monday 👋🏼 Our weekend was a slow and steady one. We found snow on our Saturday afternoon walk! And polar bear Rhodie LOVED IT 🐶 Sunday was a slow one too, with a mid morning walk, sweet treats and even some painting! Both me and my husband have the week off, and since the splash of colour yesterday afternoon, we seem a little more eager to get more colour in our home, pronto! 
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How was your weekend? What did you get up to? 
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Just a little snap shot from our bedroom ✨I can’t show much else in all honesty, since we still have clutter in boxes, and a tv currently living on a ladder step 🙈 But hey, my perfume collection looks just perfect for now! 
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It’s Saturday and the usual weekly shop is the only thing on the agenda. Maybe a quick pop to get some paint too? We both have a week off and whilst we will mainly be doing sweet F-all, we may just do some decorating! 
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Our short sprinkling of snow has all disappeared, Our short sprinkling of snow has all disappeared, much to Rhodie’s disgust. ❄️Now that’s out of the way, can Spring hurry along? I fancy some sunshine, colour and garden time!🌷
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Charlotte – Nichole

20/02/2019 Interiors

Creating a guest friendly home – they’ll never want to leave!

Pretty much all of us love to return home from a long, tiring day at work to a warm, comfortable and inviting home.
And yet, with long hours at work, all of the cleaning and housework, and some attempt at having a social life, it can often feel like a next to impossible task to create a home that you love, that looks clean and cosy all year round, and that is welcoming to your friends and family.

Creating a inviting and comfortable home, unfortunately, isn’t something that can be bought in a box. Although there are some pretty easy and affordable ways to create a comfy, cosy home for your and your pals.

FYI – I am currently embarking on this very exercise at the mo in my own home, so be sure to keep an eye on my progression on the ‘gram.

Read : Increasing the value of your home, easily!

Create A Warm Entrance

They say first impressions count, and this is so true when it comes to your home. When guests – and yourselves, for that matter, walk into your house, make them feel instantly welcome.

Your hallway is probably the first room that they will see so make sure it is clean and tidy. Paint in lighter colours, as dark colours can often make small spaces seem even smaller, and carefully position mirrors to create an illusion of space and light.

Think about seasonal touches, such as fairy lights wrapped around stair railings in the winter and bunches of bright, cut flowers in vases on side tables. Potted plants always look good, and will help to increase the oxygen in a room – which is always a good thing!  

If you want your guests to take their shoes off before they enter the rest of your house, provide somewhere to put them out of the way. You could even consider providing sets of spare spa-style slippers for them to wear while they visit – fancy!

Make A Feature of The Fireplace

If you have a fireplace, make sure that you use it. It is one of the quickest and easiest ways to create ambiance and cosiness in a home thanks to the soft glow and warmth it can emit – and even more so if you are lucky to have an open fire. The sound of wood crackling will always relax people! If you have a fireplace without a fire, as many do, fill the space with candles or flowers. They might not quite have the same effect, but it looks great anyway!

Light Candles

Candles are an excellent way to make your home feel cosy and inviting. Just like the fire, it gives out a gentle light but also fills your home with beautiful scents of your choice. Whether you prefer citrus and fruity scents or classic deeper smells, you will definitely find a candle that suits your personality and your home.

Add texture with throws and cushions

Everyone loves snuggling down on their duresta sofas, surrounded by heaps of cushions and throws. Think about all the films and adverts you see, with people curled up with a hot drink and a blanket over them. You want to feel like that, and you want your guests to feel like that, so by adding plenty, both on the sofas and perhaps in a basket near the fireplace, you always have some to hand. It also has the added appeal of adding a layer of warmth on cold days and saving money on those expensive energy bills!



Add Rugs

Many of us opt for laminate or wooden floors these days for ease of cleaning, but they can often lack the warmth and softness of carpets. If you have hard flooring, consider adding some big shaggy rugs in the living room to create a cosier feeling. Plus they feel lush under your feet too!

Make Sitting Down and Moving About Easy

You may not mind having to shuffle furniture around – moving a dining seat to get through to the table, for example, but your guests may feel very different.

Not knowing how to move around a space can leave some people feeling uncomfortable, so make sure that they are able to sit down comfortably without having to rearrange the space.

Small homes are harder to do this, as we need to fit more furniture into less space, but be creative if necessary. You want to make sure that routes in and out of the room, to the kitchen, to the bathroom and to the front door are clear and accessible.

Try not to overcrowd the room with furniture- do you really need that huge bookcase there, or can it go upstairs? And, if you have small children, as difficult as it can sometimes be, make sure there are no toys lying about for your guests to trip over

Clear Away The Clutter

Clutter is something that can cause agitation to both your guests and you. We are all guilty of putting something down, intending to put it away at some point, and weeks later, it is still in the same spot. Letters get put down on the side ready to be handled the next day, and before you know it, there are piles everywhere. Try to implement a ‘touch once’ policy – handle things just once before putting them away or disposing of them. If you can’t do this, then buy some cute storage baskets and hide it all – after all, out of sight, out of mind!

Add Your Personality.

People are coming to your house to see you, so let your personality shine through. This might be an eclectic piece of furniture, or a choice of your favourite artwork or photographs framed and put up on the wall – whatever it is, do not be afraid to show it off.

Consider Lighting.

Nothing can be more uninviting that harsh overhead lighting. Think gentle and soft – side lights, lamps, and even fairy lights can really add to a welcoming feeling. Swap out clear light bulbs for pearl ones.  Natural lighting is always a big draw as well, especially in the summer months. Throw open the curtains and blinds and embrace the bright sunshine!

Bring The Outdoors In

If you have any sort of outdoor space, whether it is a large garden, a balcony or some decking, make that part of your living space. The easiest way of doing this is through lighting – sometimes, just a simple lantern with a candle inside it can make it an extension of the room. You could also think about the other way round – bringing the outside in, by having big sweeping plants throughout the house. It has been shown that green plants can have a really positive effect on one’s mood.

Think About Your Colour Scheme

Modern and minimalist is a trend that has been popular for many years now, with white walls and furniture everywhere, but it can, if not done correctly, seem to be a little stark and uninviting. Do not underestimate the impact that colour can have on a room. Earthy tones such as wine, copper, gold, and orange can make a space feel really cosy and intimate. In addition to this, a neutral palette for soft furnishings and using a variety of different textures for accessories is a great way to add interest to the room without being overwhelmed by colour.

Dress The Windows

As we mentioned above, making the most of natural light is key. However, when the sun has gone down, and it is time to draw in for the night, how the windows are dressed can make a whole lot of difference, especially in the winter. Heavy fabrics and dark colours can make a room feel warmer and cozy, and keep the heat in the room.

Be The Hostess With The Mostess

You can have the most beautiful and inviting home on the planet, but what really makes your guests feel relaxed and never want to leave is you. For many people, hosting does not come naturally, but if you make sure they are comfortable, have plenty to eat and drink, and you smile, engage and ask questions, they will feel welcomed by both you and your home. Loving your home is an important part of it, and from these tips, you should be able to see that creating a cosy living space is not just achievable, but affordable too. Thinking carefully about lighting and fabric and colour, and choosing inexpensive pieces combined with your own personality will mean you will soon have a house that everyone wants to visit – and no one ever wants to leave!

These are just some of the simple ways to add comfort to your home for you and your guests.

Don’t be scared to change thing within your home often. Having seasonal colors, throws and cushions are a great alternative to keep up with trends and refresh your home often.

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