Sometimes a job comes through which you know will totally have you up against the clock but will also be great, great fun. In my world of designing, specifying and creating, such jobs also generally mean confident, forward thinking brands. That's often quite easy for smaller companies, but for larger established brands taking a design-risky... Continue Reading →
Moregeous Monday Moments
I know. It's been a few weeks since I wrote a post on what we've been up to here at home with our reno. Like Mondays haven't existed, when actually of course they have, like the other six days of the week we try and cram as much into as possible. I've been working away... Continue Reading →
Jobman Workwear For Lady Builder Bums
Our work pants go through a lot at Moregeous Manisons. Three years ago I casually packed up all my 'nice' clothes and confidently stored them in a shipping container in Trafford Park, along with all our furniture, books and kitchen paraphernalia. Confidently because I figured they'd be in there for, ooooooo, I guessed around 10-12... Continue Reading →
Share: Using Protek Royal Exterior Wood Finish in Anthracite
The enthusiasm for all things decor grey shows no signs of abating and we're pretty much spoiled for choice in terms of indoor paint. There are hundred, literally hundreds to choose from. Outdoor paint is fairly well covered too, with some delicious shades of exterior paint by both affordable and premium brands. However, painting outdoor... Continue Reading →
Muddy Moregeous: Agastache “Black Adder”
It's hard not to be envious of telly experts who talk of their 'cut flower' gardens isn't it? Most people don't have the sort of expansive spaces where an area can be wholly dedicated to beautiful stems and that also takes quite a bit of work. However, it's not just florals like daffodils, tulips, dahlias... Continue Reading →
How To Ikea Hack A Padded Headboard
You've all been so unbelievably patient with me, it's quite astonishing. As Mr M and I have taken on cold winters, a battered house and endless dust, you've stalwartly put up with years of my brick, sand, sawdust and grim-filled images. And you're still here! Honestly, thank you. I faithfully promise more glamour, colour and... Continue Reading →
Diamonds Are Forever in the Pavilion Fireplace!
Boy, what a response to that Instagram poll 🙂 You lot have some really strong opinions and know exactly what you like, I love that! I guess this means that when some people visit they'll love the fireplace but others, not so much. We've made - in the interiors world - the controversial decision to lift some... Continue Reading →