I joined this web-site a few months ago, unsure how it would pan out, and have been bowled over by the enthusiasm of Claire Richmond who dreamt up this idea and runs the site. http://www.findatvexpert.com/Basically, if you are an expert in your field, you register, pay a fee and your details are listed for the tv... Continue Reading →
The tenant mountain
Two more lots of, er no make that four more lots of tenants in by lunchtime today. I have hit the wall of knackeredness today, it's official. I think every single hand joint is now inflamed and angry with me for trying to carry on regardless! The urgent infected diseases department appointment is now through... Continue Reading →
Project Cathedral completes
I remember my first rented flat, pine furniture, brown carpet, wood chip wallpaper. Maybe this is why I have resolved not to create these type of hideous rentals, and this is definitely why I try really hard to create spectacular interiors on a budget, helped by all the amazing finds on the high street, and... Continue Reading →
Credit crunch increases Public Sector renters
Had a new tenant move into Project Cathedral today ready for Easter, one of the many in and outs over the next few weeks. It has been quite noticeably bonkers this last few weeks, so many people giving notice - splitting up, going travelling, losing jobs, changing jobs, moving in with family to save cash... Continue Reading →
YQ NorthWest features Moregeous
Thanks to Ro Barratt, journalist extraordinaire for a lovely article in this month YQ magazine. Someone did ask me how much I'd paid her for it, as it was quite flattering, I must organise chocolates.....! Bbq time at ours, the sun is shining, the boys are playing footie in the garden, it's warm, on Easter... Continue Reading →
I love it when tenants get giddy
Its been a tough few weeks, but Project Cathedral is very nearly complete, and I feel like a proud parent. The mahogany fireplace has gone, as has the woodchip paper, the emerald green carpet and the unacceptably low ceilings! Opening up the ceilings to reveal the A frame of the roof has transformed the place,... Continue Reading →
Ultra glam sparkly mirror – recycled!
Money is VERY tight at the moment, so it's back to basics, recycling and re-using. It's what I used to do, and enjoyed doing, but when life is hectic and money is easy to come by (ie cheap credit!), it's just simpler and lazier to go and buy new. I needed a mirror for Project... Continue Reading →
