Over the break between Christmas and New Year, you might have thought I didn’t even touch my blog, seeing that there were no new posts published at all here on Swoon Worthy. I always take a break from posting at that time of year and relieving the pressure of putting content out there is an incredibly freeing exercise. However, it doesn’t mean that my blog sits stagnant. Not at all.

Every year, I like to make changes to my blog around that time. To be honest, I am forever tweaking my blog design, making sure it looks current and up to date and over the last few months, I have taught myself (by way of YouTube videos and articles around the web) how to work with Divi Builder which is what my website was originally built on. I’m still learning, of course, but I’m feeling much more comfortable as the platform makes it easier to change the design which means I can make sure my site stays up to date and fresh. The break gives me so much more time to just sit and play so it’s a great time for me to really examine the design and make the changes I normally don’t have a lot of time to do.

You Can Now Shop My Home on Swoon Worthy

I thought I’d just let you know of a few changes I’ve made. I know for many of you, you probably normally tend to just land on a blog post thanks to an email (if you aren’t subscribed, you can do so at the bottom of this page – see my face? Yep there.) or a tweet or a share somewhere on social media or perhaps via Bloglovin’. Or you might have arrived via a Google search or a link from another website or Pinterest. The likelihood is, that you’ve completely bypassed my home page which is totally normal.

But for those who may look at a post or two and then head over to the homepage after that, you’ll see that I’ve updated quite a few things on that introductory page. My site is fully optimised which means that it adjusts to the size of the screen you are viewing it on but personally, I think it looks best on a full screen or a tablet rather than a mobile seeing that everything is kind of squished down and minimised on a tiny screen.

You Can Now Shop My Home on Swoon Worthy

I’ve replaced a few of the static images with larger images that use parallax (a fancy term for an image that moves at a different speed to the text – or stays static as the text moves) so while you will still be able to view my home tour, my about page and subscribe to my blog, the format has just changed slightly. You can check out a little video here of what it now looks like when you scroll if you are on a mobile now and want to have a look or head to the home page now (opens in a new window):

 

I also updated all my category pages so that you have a lovely big image at the top of each section which will give you a little bit of an idea of what you’ll find in each of those areas. After 7 1/2 years, there are a LOT of blog posts so the categories simply organise the content so that you can find what you’re looking for that much quicker. The addition of the large header image is really more an aesthetic change than a functional one but I like how it looks!

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Most excitingly, however, is that I’ve added a new ‘SHOP’ button to my blog up there on the top menu navigation. No, I haven’t opened my own shop selling products I’ve designed (that’s definitely a dream of mine though!). Instead, I thought as I get so many requests for where I’ve purchased things for my own home, I thought I’d create a resource that links to lots of different items I have purchased in the past.

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You can get to my shop in a few different ways… you can click on the menu above that says ‘SHOP’ (on a mobile, it will be listed in the drop-down – click the three little lines at the top and scroll down) or you can go to the home page and click on the ‘Shop All’ button in the section that says ‘Shop My Home’.

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Of course, not every single thing in my home is listed there. I’ll be adding to it as I go and of course, over the years, shop stock changes and so not everything is available. I’m also limited to the brands I’m able to link to due to the limitations of my affiliate network which provides this functionality. However, where I haven’t been able to link to exact items, I have tried to link to things that are very similar to items I have purchased.

You Can Now Shop My Home on Swoon Worthy

By the way, my shop page does contain affiliate links which essentially means I receive a very small commission if you make a purchase of something that I’ve recommended. It’s basically a brand’s way of saying ‘thanks’ for the referral but you won’t pay any more for anything if you use my links and it’s just another way that I can continue to provide free content on my blog and keep my animals well fed and a roof over my head! ;)

I will be also creating a ‘Wish List’ as well as we move into the other house so this will be a separate page where all the new items I’m eyeing up with the view to purchasing will be listed there. I think it’s a great way to just quickly see what kinds of things I’m loving at the moment and items that I hope to include when we finally move!

Want to jump to the shop now? CLICK HERE!

So I hope you like the little changes and the new shop page! I realise that money is tight for everyone right now at the start of the year so it’s probably the worse possible time for me to be sharing this with you – ha! But well, perhaps a small purchase or two for you home is exactly what you need to brighten up your home a little bit on the greyest days of the year!


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My little neglected makeup/dressing room has had a glow up 🥰

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My new rug can't compete with that belly.

Rug is from @laredoute_uk (not an ad) not that anyone cares 😅

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I've really loved making these pretty reusable Christmas crackers! I'm still in the process of finding cute bits for filling them but they'll definitely be a centrepiece for my table this year!🎄💕

Suggestions for what to fill them with coming soon!

(By the way, I'm not a skilled seamstress so I'm sure my techniques can be improved but just sharing what worked for me 🤗😅)

Let me know if this is something you'd try? ❤️

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Dress: @camillawithlove
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I've been thinking about making refillable crackers for so many years now - I just hate the waste the disposal ones create! So I'm so excited I've finally gotten around to starting this project!

I will be sharing more details on how to make them as well as ideas for what to fill them with too so stay tuned for more but in the meantime, what do you think? 

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Just wanted to introduce my latest plant baby in my dining room 🪴

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GUEST BEDROOM REVEAL 🌟

I decided on a whim, 2 weeks before we were expecting visiting family, that our guest bedroom was in desperate need of a refresh.

Well there's nothing like an impending deadline to light a 🔥 under my 🍑 and I managed to clear out the clutter, repaint the woodwork, ceilings and walls and hang wallpaper as well as restyle the room in one week 😅 (Meisha was zero help 😼)

I'm calling it Boho Vintage Victorian Grandma 😆

This wasn't sponsored in any way but the wallpaper and bedding is from @lauraashleyuk and the paint is @earthbornpaints Peach Baby - everything else I already had!

What do you think of the new look? ❤️

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San Sebastian photo dump - just a tiny selection 😄

We have had such a fabulous holiday to Basque Country - our first 4 days spent in the beautiful city of San Sebastian, land of pintxos, stunning architecture and some damn good wine.

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A little kitchen reshuffle today so I thought I'd share 🥰

It's been 4 years since we created this space and it's still one of my favourites ♥️

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This little decked patio was looking worse for wear after a wet winter but @frenchicpaint came to the rescue with their beautiful Dusty Blush Alfresco Paint, perfect for all your outdoor projects!

The deck has been a few colours over the past few years but this is definitely the most fun and gives the whole space such a tropical vibe - even in Shrewsbury! 🏝️ 🦩🍹😄

The paint has incredible coverage and was so nice to use - I loved the tools they provided too, especially the oval brush which got into all the nooks and crannies easily!

Let me know what you think of the new colour! 

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So on a whim I decided to paint the bedroom pink yesterday 😅🩷

This room has been neglected for so long as I've wanted to fully redecorate for about 3 years now but there are always other bigger priorities or a lack of time/energy/money so I keep putting it off 🙃🙃🙃 (tell me I'm not the only one) but happily this didn't cost a penny as I used what I already had although it did take me the best part of a day!

I went through my paint stash and found that I had extra @coatpaints Percy from when I did the living room early last year -- well I'm not one to let something this good go to waste (honestly this paint is absolutely wonderful to work with and has amazing coverage) and my goodness it's just so pretty in here 🥰 I also moved my pink curtains from my office into here and the whole room just glows!

I might actually be able to live with the mural a little longer until the room gets the attention it deserves! Let me know if you like the change ♥️

*For those who are wondering, it used to be white walls and I had grey curtains! 😅

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April has been #stressawarenessmonth and so I've teamed up with the wonderful @frenchbedroom to share a few simple tips in creating a cosy sanctuary at home!

One of my favourite ways to add a feeling of comfort and relaxation is with glorious touchable textures and the stunning Mulberry Silk ruffled cushion from French Bedroom not only looks spectacular but feels incredible too! Pairing this with other feel-good fabrics will add depth to your design and will beg you to sink in and unwind 😍

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Who needs pancakes when you can have Lemon Drizzle Cake with Lemoncello glaze?! 😉🍋

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Finally managed to get the gallery wall completed in our hallway!

I couldn't have been happier with @violajayphotography capturing our little intimate wedding in October and knew as soon as I saw the photos I had to print them for our home! I admit, I've never been one to hang photos but it's probably because all we ever had after 14 years together was selfies 😂🤷🏽‍♀️ I'm so pleased we finally have some lovely shots of us together 🥰

Do you have photos of you/your partner/your family up around your home?? 🤔

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✨These little vintage copper pans needed some TLC! ✨

After searching for a while for vintage copper pans, I found these on eBay - they looked quite grim on the ad but I knew they could be shined up nicely! A little @barkeepersfriend later (not an ad!) and I'm loving how they look in my kitchen 🥰

Let me know if you like the new addition ❤️

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Oh hey living room, nice to have you back ☺️

I always feel very ready to remove the excess of Christmas decor pretty much as soon as the 26th arrives but I've been later than usual this Twixmas as we've both been unwell the last couple weeks 🤦🏽‍♀️ Nevertheless, I've managed to get things packed away and I styled this little faux arrangement today for my coffee table so ya know, small victories 😄🙌🏽

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