In my dreams, my kitchen DOESN'T look like the one on the left, but rather is a serene green country cottage type affair, like the Flowerpot Cottage one. Budget DIY Our kitchen looks ok at first … [Read more...]
Bite sized chunks: the secret of successful time management
I think I have finally got the hang of this time management thing. I am already Queen of Lists. At work I have a list of jobs then I prioritise that into a list that I need to do quickly and one of … [Read more...]
Spring has sprung!
Spring has sprung! All the windows are open at Shoestring Cottage, the sun is streaming in and the washing is on the line. I love being able to get the laundry outside rather than having it drying all … [Read more...]
Let’s get physical! Again …
I was so proud of myself this morning - up and straight in the new gym. I was shocked to realise how unfit I am at the moment. Now that I have a mini gym in the house hopefully I … [Read more...]
Vegetable bake and a good day’s work
I had the day off today to start the refurbishment of an old dresser. My parents had it made in the seventies and gave it to me when I bought my first house. Back then honey-coloured pine was all the … [Read more...]
Bargains galore and more serious decluttering at Shoestring Cottage
Finally flopped after a busy day and found time to blog! The decluttering continues. One of my New Year's resolutions was to clear out one cupboard every week. This feels so much less … [Read more...]