Children's backpack with name? Read our experience with Fresk and Trixie from HippeRugzaken.nl

Two houses, two backpacks why we once again opted for a backpack with a name A backpack with a name is not only great fun for children, but also super practical. Especially when your child goes to school. In this blog I share our experience with the sustainable backpack from Fresk and our new favorite backpack… Read more »

Practical checklist for fire-safe living

We prefer not to think about it too much, but a house fire can happen to anyone. A forgotten candle, a fault in the electricity grid or an overheated pan: it happens faster than you think. With a few simple measures you can reduce the risk of a tragedy. Basics of fire safety Fire safety starts with awareness. Know where… Read more »

This way you can also enjoy your outdoor space in winter

Winter: the garden chairs disappear inside, the trees lose their leaves, and we close the door until spring calls again. That's actually a shame, because an outdoor space can also bring something beautiful in the colder months. Make your terrace or garden a place where you can relax all year round, also in… Read more »

Make your home future-proof & frugal

Sustainable & independent energy that you can benefit from for a long time on your own roof. The sun ensures lower energy bills and a better environment. In addition, you can now save your own generated energy. This combination ensures an upgrade of your energy. Your house as a mini power plant Solar panels convert daylight into electricity, that you can… Read more »

🧼 My review of the Samako Powerclean & Steelstofzuiger

Okay, I admit it honestly: I am addicted to cleaning. And especially everything related to gadgets, shiny appliances and cleaning gadgets. When I was asked if I wanted to review the SAMAKO Powerclean and Stick Vacuum Cleaner, So I was literally jumping. New devices? Yes please! I used to be big… Read more »

Why a home treadmill can change your life

A while ago I spoke to my elderly neighbor. She enthusiastically talked about her treadmill she had just ordered. She wanted to stay fit and loved that she could now exercise at home. Her enthusiasm was contagious. I have a sedentary job myself, and since I no longer walk every day with the stroller or my daughter… Read more »

Road trip essentials for a weekend away with friends

A weekend away with friends is always a good idea, but a road trip requires a little more preparation than a regular outing. Wherever you go, it is always nice to be well prepared because that makes the ride a lot more pleasant. From the right car to handy gadgets and snacks: these are… Read more »

Thrifts in Groningen are my favorite interior gems

If you can make me happy with something, then it is with a visit to the thrift store. And so I do… almost every day! My city of Groningen is bursting with nice thrift stores, and I continue to be amazed at what you can find there. No standard home accessories, but unique pieces… Read more »

Toddler room wallpaper makeover with Walloha

A room full of goslings, Moss' toddler room makeover Our little Moss turned three last month, and that felt like the perfect time for a toddler room makeover. Get rid of the crib, time for a “big boy room”! But not just any one, one full of goslings. Because Moss has been completely fascinated by geese since his first steps…. Read more »

This way you play with different light temperatures in the house

Light is more than just functional. It determines the atmosphere in a room, influences how we perceive colors and even how we feel. A room with cool white light feels different from one with warm, mild light, Even though it is the same space. By consciously dealing with light temperatures you can surprisingly… Read more »

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  • RVG Blogbox products review

    Last week I received another large box full of beautiful products from PR agency RVG media. A so-called BLOGBOX! A box full of lifestyle stuff, indoor fashion. The idea is that I can get to know new products and/or brands, and that I can show you this. Super… Read more »

  • High tables are stylish and practical

    Where high tables were previously only associated with standing tables for a party, is that different now. A high table is appearing in more and more living rooms in the Netherlands.

  • A storage box on your terrace is always a neat garden!

    Storage box A garden storage box, it's something for older people? I thought this last year, when I asked myself where to leave all the garden cushions from our roof terrace? They were now in the way every night in front of the balcony doors. But yes, such a ¨ garden storage box That's a bit… Read more »

  • Homehaves Dining room and TV corner upgrade

    For me always the challenge to find my gems! Searching online for a long time and then running into the nicest and preferably affordable interior items

  • Renovation of children's room becomes living room

    Renovation People who have been following me for a while know that we live in a composite house. 2 town houses below and above. We have always kept these homes separate in their original form, and used the rooms as they always have been. In practice, that meant that we had bedrooms both upstairs and downstairs…. Read more »

  • Refurbish your garden shed in just a few steps!

    Garden shed Garden sheds are incredibly practical. It is the ideal place for garden tools, fietsen, garden cushions and a barbecue can be neatly stored. But a garden house can also quickly become an eyesore due to lack of maintenance. The house looks old and thus reduces the atmosphere of the garden. Sin!… Read more »

  • Redecorating the bedroom, how do you do that?

    The living room is usually considered the most important room in the house. But don't forget the bedroom either! After all, this is the perfect place to relax. The correct layout contributes to this. How to properly redecorate your bedroom? Read on for tips and tricks!

  • Festive natural garden table decoration

    Natural garden table Last week I got back to work with a budget friendly festive garden table styling! Moodboard app I always work with a mood board first before I work out a plan. In this way you can actually see immediately whether things fit together. It does take some time to sort through an entire webshop,… Read more »

  • Summery roof terrace styling

    Roof terrace ready for the summer Even though the days are not so hot yet, you can easily relax on a roof terrace. You have no shade but full sun, and you're out of the wind. Reason enough to prepare the terrace for a nice summer as soon as possible! I had… Read more »

  • Sustainable lunch box Uhmm competition

    Last week I received a lunch box from wholesaler TenC Lifestyle. They had told me there would be a lunch box, but I was surprised when I opened the package, and suddenly I saw a flat envelope!? So it contained the Uhmm box! The Uhmm is within a second… Read more »

  • Ultimate control convenience with the Lexon flip alarm clock

    Alarm clock mission The alarm clock, I've had a thing with it for years. I have the last 5 years for sure 5 alarm clocks worn out. When my surviving alarm clock suddenly let go of the hands, I wanted something different. An improved version! And then the long search began. I just couldn't find an alarm clock… Read more »

  • Keys are a thing of the past with Nuki

    From keys to Nuki As a mother with a busy household I know better than anyone how many keys there are - just already- from the front door lying around the house. Keys to choirs, large forests, dozens of different keychains and so on. But the neighbors also all have keys to our door. (en… Read more »

  • Enter spring with new colors on the walls!

    New colors A new year calls for new colors, you would almost say! Now I don't paint the walls every year, but any 1,5 a 2 years surely. Except that my walls will have already had a lot of life marks by then, I also just really like to keep experimenting… Read more »

  • Easter styling at home without pastel

    Easter I always love the Easter period. It has been light for a bit longer, spring is approaching, and everywhere you see the tastiest chocolates popping up in the supermarket! When you think of Easter, you also think of colorful Easter eggs, especially if you have small children in the house it is not possible… Read more »

  • Shower upgrade with black accessories

    Shower upgrade I am going to tell you in this blog, how to give a shower cabin a new fresh look without renovation. Sometimes the basis of the bathroom is good, but it is the accessories that are obsolete. You can think of an old toilet seat, or a wall shelf that has its day… Read more »

  • Children's room hack with trundle bed from OTTO

    Children's room A while ago I made my daughter Roos happy with a beautiful large double bed in her renovated children's room. This seemed ideal for her. Now she could easily let her sisters and friends stay. But in practice we ran into something. She did not have because of the large bed… Read more »

  • Mood lighting in the house 3 different ways

    Mood lighting in the house 3 different ways

  • WC Metamorphosis with Xenos

    WC metamorphosis The toilet. For many in terms of styling, it is a bit of a neglected child. In my case this was certainly the case. Our toilet is in a year 30 house so you are a bit stuck to the old elements. Just a new floor over the years 30 laying the granito floor… Read more »

  • Nursery wallpaper makeover

    Children's room wallpaper make-over Recently we had a children's room change at home. The oldest daughter of 13 got a bigger room, and the youngest got hers. She also improved in size so everyone was happy! But for me this often results in a small job. A room belonging to a girl of 13… Read more »

  • Bamboo blinds have a natural and durable look

    Bamboo blinds have a natural and durable look