At the start of each year, I like to look around the home and plan little projects in to spruce it up and change things around.
Last year’s plans were the kitchen makeover, freshening up the bathroom, we redecorated the hall, stairs and landing, got a new shed and re-landscaped the top of the garden and my daughter’s bedroom got a complete new look. So we did a fair bit looking back! In fact, as we redecorated the lounge, our room and Little Man’s bedroom the previous year, it means we’ve given pretty much every room in the house an overhaul recently. Which makes big projects unnecessary this year, so I will concentrate on the little changes and I’ll no doubt be moving furniture about a lot.
This year, literally on New Year’s Day, I decided that one of my projects would be to rearrange the playroom so that it was better organised and given a little facelift. Cut to an hour or so later and I was hot and sweaty in there moving everything about! So that one’s ticked off already.
The Husband is very keen to get a new mattress, as he doesn’t find ours too comfortable. We are probably due one as I believe they recommend you change them every eight years? We started to look around for one, but I was put off by how many different types you can get – it will definitely take a bit more research, but we do need to get this at some point.
I think it will be the little touches that give rooms a fresh look this year, rather than the full makeovers. I’ll be starting with our living room, here’s what’s been catching my eye…
Reed Diffuser from Next, Throw from Sainsburys, Knitted Pod from Next, Bronze Hares from George, Vases from Ikea, Lamp from John Lewis, Cushion from Ikea, Heart Sculpture from Next
Oh, and the Husband’s keen to get a new television in there, too. Maybe.
I am then desperate, desperate, to get out into my garden again. I am already picturing it blooming out there, I know my cut-flower patch will be absolutely covered in poppies, and most of all I am looking forward to the scents and fragrances. I planted new shrubs, bulbs and seeds last year that I am keen to see come up, along with new roses – yes, I have bought yet more roses. I also have the new patio area (with plenty of planting room and pots surrounding it, of course) to plan and design, so come spring I know I will be spending lots of time out there.
What home projects do you have planned for this year?
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Oh I desperate to get into the garden too, it needs such a tidy up after the recent rain and winds. Oh we need a new mattress too and I am so daunted, by so much choice. I love your choices for the living room, especially the hares and the throw, such a pretty colour x #HomeEtc
The mattress hunt is going to be a huge thing, I think. Might leave it all to the husband! Thank you very much x
We plan to get our grotty halls covered as we did quite a lot on the house last year! I CANNOT WAIT! x
It just makes everything feel so fresh, doesn’t it? Enjoy! x
We desperately need a Mattress too but like you I am put off.
Love the Mustard picks xx
It just seems so much hard work to decide which one to get! Thanks x
Those rabbits are so cute! This year I mostly want to freshen up the paintwork downstairs, sort out the garden, and do something with our kitchen – it’s so ugly and depressing. The landlord had the boiler replaced in November which was brill, but the new control box in the kitchen is much smaller so we’re left with all the brown and peeling paper from behind the old one. Ugh. #HomeEtc
Oh no, that must be annoying to keep glancing at! Hope you get all of your projects sorted.
I think it’s the little touches that make it a home and keep it looking fresh and inviting. Looking forward to seeing how you get on too. #homeetc
It is, and it keeps it interesting for me, too!
About 18 months ago I was asked to review a memory foam mattress, it is one of my favourite review items ever. It has made such a huge difference and we have slept so well with it, I can highly recommend! I love your living room choices, especially the knitted pod, it looks great. xx
Thank you!! I didn’t know where to start so I will start there 🙂
Aaah I just love reading about peoples plans for their home!! Makes me realise that it’s not just me with a list as long as my arm! My biggest home project this year is my She-Shed that’s currently being built as we speak! I’ve been waiting for a workroom since before the twins were born and *finally* it’s happening! Plus we’ve taken on an allotment this year so there’s going to be lots of planning for that too!! Exciting 🙂 Thanks so much for linking up with us lovely xx #HomeEtc
I would love a she-shed! Can’t wait to see it! X
Love the yellow! This year I want to make the front of our house look a little nicer with potted plants and wreaths etc. Maybe a new door knob 🙂
That all sounds lovely 🙂
Love all these choices and what exciting plans!! We have quite a bit to finish off as we moved home 6 months ago!!!! And a lot of our furniture now looks old fashioned in here! So we are making lists too 🙂 Thanks for linking up! Jess xx
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Lists like that are always fun! Thanks for hosting x
Love the items you have picked, choosing home accessories is one of my favourite things x
Thanks very much. I love it, too x
Ooh I love the style and colour especially the heart sculpture how gorgeous x
It is all so pretty! Thanks x