Clever Storage....

I love all kinds of shopping, including window shopping. However the latter only occurs when I'm feeling uncharacteristically indicisive or planning large purchase.  Over the last few days, I have done a lot of wondering around.  Here are some of the things I purchased. 

From IKEA's Komplement series this hanging storage. It works great in our lou as it's out of the way and keeps the clutter to a minimum.

From the same series these soft boxes, they are great for jewellery and make up

 

 

Finally this soft compartmentalized drawer box (you can also put it under the bed). I use it in my drawer to organize my bras, undies and tights. these are great because they are machine washable. Brilliant! 

Not quite the major purchase I was hoping for...but it will do for now.

WoW!

As I set up this blog mainly to showcase how wonderful & versitile small spaces can be, I spend a lot of time on the internet looking for insiration from others who live in spaces like mine.  Today I came accross this and I luv it! I hope that I can get this much personality into my home.

  At  only 178 square feet, it's a fantastic use of space. The more is more approach actually works here.  The Kitchen has been cleverly slotted into an  alcove so it appears to be hidden.  The island doubles as a console and breakfast bar. Nice!

          Using clever storage solutions saves space & minimizes clutter

JUJUing It Up

Since I decided to revamp the lounge I've been scouring antique fairs, charity shops and the Internet for the weird and wonderful.  As the summer brings with it the urge to uncloak  and the overwhelming sense of "feel good", this is always a good time to inject colour not only into your wardrobe but into your home as well.  I decided that a bold coloured statement piece was absolutely necessary.  While on eBay I came across the most unusual wall hanging and decided this was just the ticket.  Now it sits proudly behind my sofa and it's Fabulous!

It's called a JUJU Feather Hat, originally worn by tribal chiefs, royalty and dignitaries in the Cameroonian kingdom during royal affairs, weddings or funerals and now it's entered the world of Interior Design.

                             Now to find some new cushions.......stay tunned!

Ta Daaaa!

After cutting the legs down, much sanding and some gold paint, I finally managed to turn this dark and drab second hand chest of drawers into a fantastic addition to my lounge.

                                                   
                                                      What do you think?