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...
Styling hacks for decorating a rental outdoor space or balcony
Outdoor entertaining is one of our fave things to do, especially in the warmer months. But if you're renting, it can be difficult to...
How to create a winning interior by The White Room Interiors
Interior decorators Alex Butta and Rohan Mummery from the newly launched The White Room Interiors are with us to share their expert advice on...
White, grey and copper bedroom, get inspired
You've probably heard us say on more than one occasion that the bedroom is one of the most important rooms of the house to...
Home decor trends from Life Instyle 2015
At Life Instyle we were lucky enough to get a front row pass and see all the latest homewares, art and furniture that will...
A country meets coastal home with a refreshing colour palette
In today's real home tour, we visit a stunning home in Baxter on the Victorian Mornington Peninsula. Featuring a refreshing colour palette of dusty...
Alisa and Lysandra launch al.ive body: Their journey from police force...
It's been seven years since we last spoke with Alisa and Lysandra, at the time they had just won The Block Skyhigh and were...
How to improve your product styling and interior photography
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With so many SC readers being small business owners, artists, interior designers or otherwise in a profession that would benefit from...
Top 7 liquid hand soaps: Best hand wash at all price...
In our line of work, we're lucky enough to have tried and tested dozens of hand wash or liquid hand soaps.
Liquid hand soaps can...
Big W hacks to organise or add affordable style to your...
There are few things we enjoy more than styling and organising the home... except perhaps finding a good bargain. So when you combine all...
10 home decor updates to revamp your home
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If there’s one thing 2020 taught us, it’s a newfound appreciate for our homes. So much more than just a place to...
Hop to it: Easter decorating ideas for your entryway
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Easter is just around the corner, and whether you’re a traditionalist or simply take the occasion to spend more time with...
Trend alert: Basket pendant lights and where to shop our faves
Basket pendant lights are seriously on trend right now. We're seeing them pop up in kitchens, bathrooms, dining rooms and even outdoor living spaces....
5 styling secrets for a more beautiful home
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Everyone who loves to decorate their home generally has the same goal — to make it as beautiful and meaningful as...
8 of the best ways to use art to style your...
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There's no denying art has the ability to transform rooms — adding colour, a focal point or telling a story in a...
6 tips to create a stylish and functional kids bedroom
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There’s so much fun to be had creating a themed bedroom for your child!
But no parent wants to spend a fortune...
Let’s Easter: Three simple and stylish Easter table settings
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Easter brunch is a tradition for many and with a little planning and effort, you can take your Easter brunch from...
Custom portraits: Personalised wall art to make your place homely
When it comes to creating a warm and inviting home, personal touches make all the difference. One of the most impactful ways to add...
A look at the latest colour trends from Haymes, The Colour...
From soft and romantic to earthy and raw, the newly launched Haymes Colour Library has a paint colour volume you'll love!
The inaugural Colour Library...
Before and after: A dated living room gets a dramatic makeover...
Earlier this year we ran our most epic competition ever! Offering a $5000 room makeover with Canberra Outlet and one-on-one styling help from me...
Optimise your lounge space with these clever design layouts
Your options when planning your lounge layout are nearly endless. The best design is mainly dependent on your current pieces, the shape and size...
Top 10 ways to create a sophisticated master bedroom
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I recently gave my bedroom a makeover and it feels so good coming home and having a space to unwind! A bedroom...
Trend alert: What interior trends are on the way in… and...
We love to predict incoming trends. In fact, you may have recently read our predictions about three bedrooms trends to hit in 2018, and...
How to mix vintage decor into a modern home
There’s a growing trend in home decorating towards personalisation. In 2024, it’s all about breaking away from that ‘showroom perfect’ aesthetic in favour of...