Home Explanations you don't owe Anyone.

Most people feel the need to always explain our homes to people or say I'm sorry or Welcome to my humble home, as soon as guests come into our homes.Please don't feel you owe anyone who comes to your home any explanations for your design or living choices. NA UR HOUSE.... ENJOY YOUR SPACE!!!!!
Here are 8 reasons, why you don't owe anyone any explanations.

Tenants Solution for Ugly Flooring.

Ugly floors can be so annoying. Even worse when you are renting and your landlord isn't ready to do anything to the floor. Relax, fret no more, there are ways you can disguise an ugly floor temporarily without spending so much on flooring and will still be effective. Here are ideas you can use to change the flooring without doing anything permanent.

Color Psychology.....Can it help you decorate your home?

Yes, Color Psychology can help you create the desired effect in your Home. We all naturally have colors we are drawn to, so why not use these colors in our space. However, color affects different people in different ways.
Color is very powerful, it can improve or affect your moods, it can make a space look smaller or bigger, it can make your home feel warm, cool,cheerful or dramatic. Your home can feel cozy by painting with warm colors or a narrow space can feel wider by painting with different colors on opposite walls.

What is the right bedroom color for Men?

Ever wondered what colors will go in a man's bedroom. Most people may say blue, well neutrals or pastels will suit any male bedroom.However, the most important is to choose a color that will create the desired effect in the bedroom and will depict masculinity.

Staying Healthy while on Vacation

Summer is here again. For most of us, when we travel it is a time to EAT!!!! I feel una, e no easy. I'm also guilty of that. Vacation and weight gain seem to go hand in hand. It is so tempting with all the foods especially junk food which is cheap and the fact that you may not get to eat them back in Naija. We tend to consume alot, especially when we go out SHOPPING.

Life of a Mompreneur...Mofolusade Sonaike

Hi All, being a Mompreneur isn't easy. Having to joggle being a wife, mum and entrepreneur.Today, we delve into the life of Mrs. Mofolusade Sonaike who is a Gift Consultant and CEO of  Trezorlandia.

Mrs. Mofolusade Sonaike

Happy Father's Day!!!!!!

To All the Fathers, Step Fathers,Grandfathers, Fathers to be,Husbands, Brothers, we know we may not say it so often but we love you.

To my DAD, despite our differences in opinions, I know you mean well. You may not show it as much as I would love to see you express it, but I know you care. I may not be saying it everyday, but I want to thank you for all that you do. Before I was myself you made me, with love and patience. Thanks for the genes that made me who I am and I'm proud to have promoted you to a GRANDFATHER. It isn't flesh and blood, but the heart which makes us FATHER AND DAUGHTER.

When should brothers and sisters no longer share a bedroom?

Hi All, hope you all are having a lovely weekend. I have added another column to the blog. JUST WONDERING. This will be an engaging forum where we all can share tips and ideas about all sorts of issues and topics. NO HOLDS BARRED. So let's set the ball rolling with our first topic.

WHEN SHOULD BROTHERS AND SISTERS NO LONGER SHARE A BEDROOM?

Should brothers and sisters be allowed to share a bedroom and, if so, for how long?

I know there will be many opinions on this topic.Please share your comments and thoughts.

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How to decorate above Kitchen Cabinets.

The top of kitchen cabinets is either a bare space or a space to pile up pots, coolers or other occasionally used items. However do you know you can add some decor to the top of kitchen cabinets and make your kitchen more appealing and attractive.Are you wondering how you can display items and put it all together?
Below are ideas on how to decorate the top of your kitchen cabinets.

Fashion meets Interior Design

Let's face it, Fashion and Interior Design are similar and go together. I just love the inspirations fashion designers are coming up with especially with our local fabrics ( Ankara). It is amazing how such design concepts can be infused into Interior designs.Click Here for Interior Design in Ankara. For the adventurous person, vibrant use of color in our space can make a space lively and lovely and also with fashion can give a vibrant and edgier look. Your fashion style can be infused into your home, when done properly.
Textures, Color and Fit can all be added to both Fashion and Interior Design. Interior Designers get inspiration from everywhere, so it is no wonder we see Interiors that resemble a Fashion runway, also Fashion Designers respectively.
Below are photos to inspire you.

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Tips on how to choose an Area rug.

Decorating with Area Rugs

Give bare floors are quick makeover with area rugs. Below are tips on how to decorate with an area rug.

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1.Prior to purchasing an area rug, assess your lifestyle. Homes with kids will require wool rugs that are easy to clean, with pattern and a dark shade of color so it can hid stains and spills.

How to create a photo gallery wall at home.

Most people just place photos and artwork anyway on the wall, however there are unique ways to display your artwork, photos,paintings, so as to create an appealing gallery wall at home. You can have a mix of photos, artwork, paintings and even mirrors.
Here is an opportunity to make a personal statement at home. You can mix paintings and photographs, black and white and colored photos or high and low pieces.

Makoko Floating School....Sustainable Design

Located in the aquatic community of Makoko in the heart of Africa's second most populous city – Lagos, Nigeria – The Makoko Floating school is a prototype structure that addresses physical and social needs in view of the growing challenges of climate change in an urban African context. This mobile 'building' or 'watercraft' is designed to use renewable energy, recycle organic waste and harvest rainwater. And as this floating structure also adapts to tidal changes and varying water levels, it is invulnerable to flooding and storm surges.

Travelling to Dubai? Things you need to know....

Summer holiday is here again!!!!! Few days ago, I met someone who wants to travel to Dubai but was misinformed. He said he was told they don't speak English. I was amazed at this information, so I have decided to write about it.
Dubai is the most visited country by Nigerians after London, this is due to the ease of getting a Dubai visa.Dubai is a beautiful country for both business and leisure. Of recent it has been the favorite place for Destination Weddings by celebrities. Eg Tu Face and Tiwa Savage.

Latest Cooking Evolution...Halogen Oven

Is your kitchen equipped with the right appliances? Simplify cooking and join the latest cooking evolution and save time in the kitchen with this new innovation and never look back!

ADVANTAGES

Healthy  cooking techniques in one simple cookware. It does it all from roasting, grilling, BBQ, broiling, steaming, defrosting, frying, baking etc. Helps to lower cholesterol levels, good for dieting, diabetes, heart related ailments etc.

Large enough for family meals, compact enough to store in a cupboard - space saver!  Comes fully equipped with additional accessories: Steamer, Fryer, Tongs, Low and Upper Rack.

You can make roasted plantain (boli), grill chicken, fish,meat, moi moi,cakes, cookies etc.

Welcome to the month of JUNE

Hi All, Welcome to the month of June. May God grant all our heart's desires. Thanks for being faithful readers till now. June promises to be much more inspiring and exciting.
Just keep following the blog. Have a blessed month.
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