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A Simple Summer Table Outdoors
There is something so lovely about setting a table outdoors, especially when the weather invites us to slow down and enjoy a little time in the garden. For this setting on the deck, I…
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Decorating the Living Room for Christmas – The Christmas Tree
There is something truly special about decorating the living room for Christmas. It’s the room where so many of our festive memories are made, and at the heart of it all is the Christmas…
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Decorating the Front Entrance for Christmas
A little Christmas magic begins at the front door… A beautiful large boxwood wreath sets the scene, adorned with a statement burgundy bloom from Provincial Home Living, adding a touch of festive colour and…
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Style | Interior Inspiration
One Melbourne designer whose work I have long admired is Adelaide Bragg. Adelaide’s interiors have such a beautiful balance of elegance, warmth and timeless appeal. Her book, City, Coast & Country, is a wonderful…
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Welcome to The House Journal. This is a place to slow down and celebrate the simple joys of home.
From decorating cosy corners and tending the garden to seasonal inspiration, collected treasures, and thoughtful interiors, this journal is a reflection of creating a home with heart.
Whether you’re here for decorating ideas, garden inspiration, or simply to enjoy a quiet moment, I hope you’ll find something that inspires you to create a space you love, and to discover the beauty in the everyday.
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Step inside The House Journal, where you’ll find decorating inspiration, garden stories, seasonal ideas and simple ways to bring more beauty into everyday living.
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Style | Interior Inspiration
One Melbourne designer whose work I have long admired is Adelaide Bragg. Adelaide’s interiors have such a beautiful balance of elegance, warmth and timeless appeal. Her book, City, Coast &…
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Getting Organised For Entertaining
Now that the spring weather is here for entertaining, and setting a beautiful tablescape, I have some tips on how I keep my collections organised, from tablecloths to napkins and vases.
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The Art of Creating A Beautiful Table Setting
Creating a beautiful table setting is about so much more than simply putting pretty things on a table. It’s about creating a feeling and a sense of occasion, warmth and…
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Creating a Mood Board
Before decorating a room, or choosing paint colours, furniture or accessories, I like to gather the things that I’m inspired by. It might be an image of a beautiful room,…
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A Simple Summer Table Outdoors
There is something so lovely about setting a table outdoors, especially when the weather invites us to slow down and…
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Decorating the Living Room for Christmas – The Christmas Tree
There is something truly special about decorating the living room for Christmas. It’s the room where so many of our…
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Decorating the Front Entrance for Christmas
A little Christmas magic begins at the front door… A beautiful large boxwood wreath sets the scene, adorned with a…
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Style | Interior Inspiration
One Melbourne designer whose work I have long admired is Adelaide Bragg. Adelaide’s interiors have such a beautiful balance of…
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Getting Organised For Entertaining
Now that the spring weather is here for entertaining, and setting a beautiful tablescape, I have some tips on how I keep my collections organised, from tablecloths to napkins and vases.
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