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Your DIY home security checklist

Supported by Lane Security For many of us, the home is our sanctuary and where we feel most safe. But there are a few things...

15 ways to spruce up your outdoors

Supported by Thomsons Outdoor Pine Our gorgeous climate is made for outdoor living but if your outdoors aren’t exactly inviting, you might like to try...

3 bedding looks to inspire you to embrace printed quilts

I'm the first to admit I'm shy when it comes to printed quilts. I generally always (read ALWAYS) opt for plain quilts and add...

Be inspired by Meg Caris’ on point interior styling

This year we're excited to bring you more interior tours than you can poke a stick at! Because who doesn't love taking a sticky...

Will you embrace Pantone’s colour of the year 2017: Greenery

Earlier this month, the Pantone Color Institute unveiled the 2017 Colour of the Year — Greenery. “Greenery is a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that...

Reader renovation: Dated ensuite gets a modern hex makeover!

We love seeing your renovation projects and especially love it when you let us share them on the blog! Jane has been following SC since...

Style and organise your office to get more done

Supported by The Reject Shop I am one of those people who can't stand clutter or things everywhere. Don't get me wrong, I'm not a clean...

Black and white Christmas table styling with native Australian twist

If you're hosting Christmas this year then no doubt you're already thinking about the menu... food intolerances... do you have enough seating? ... and...

Six 15 minute organising and decluttering hacks you can do today

Supported by The Reject Shop It's been just over a year since we moved into our new home and while I've been making strides to...

Creating a Scandinavian style Christmas entry

Supported by The Reject Shop It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! This week I gave my entry some festive cheer thanks to my...

From dark and moody to stark and crisp, discover the latest interior colour trends

We love discovering the latest volumes in the Haymes Colour Library. Haymes is always on the forefront of latest interior colour trends and styles. They've...

Outdoor styling tips when you’re working with next to nothing!

If you've got an outdoor space that could do with a refresh but you're limited with time and budget, this article is for you....

Patrick’s tiny nursery and tips for setting up a small nursery

The other week my little man made the big step of moving into his own nursery so I thought it was about time to...

How to create a beautiful cheese board

The festive season is upon us! And a sure party pleaser is the cheese board (or antipasto board). Just as important as the foods you...

Gina’s home: Butler’s pantry tour

Earlier this year I shared my kitchen on the blog and promised the butler's pantry tour would be coming soon! Today is that day and...

White on white on white, Steve Cordony shares his favourite interiors trend this Spring/Summer

When you get the chance to sit next to one of your fave interior stylists over a meal, you can't help but take the...

Spring bedroom trend alert

Supported by Forty Winks We’re so excited Spring has decided to show its pretty face and we can now bring some summery freshness into our...

Spring garden party meets wilderness table setting

With spring less than a week away, we thought it was time for some Springspiration! When we hear spring, we think of flowers, sunshine,...

How to update your interiors to the current season… and not spend a fortune!

Changing seasons and new interior trends can often leave us feeling the need to update our interiors! But how to do this without spending...

Tired bathroom gets a modern marble makeover

Who doesn't love a good renovation before and after?! Today Simon Gunn of Gunn Building shares his latest bathroom reno. In this space, he...

Ideas to steal from cool Canberra cafes

We recently scouted around Canberra, looking for interiors inspiration from some of the coolest cafe fit outs. From feature walls to lighting, there's so much...

My advice for completely overhauling your interior style

For the past 8 months I've been slowly working away behind the scenes to turn our new house into the home I've always wanted...

Clever design hacks for small spaces

Tips on maximising small spaces is one of our top requests from readers. In an age of apartment living, there's no doubt space is...

How to create the ultimate black and white office, on a budget!

Supported by Super Amart If you’ve thought ‘I wish’ when looking at those drool-worthy, perfectly styled monochromatic workspaces on Pinterest keep reading because today we’re...