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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  • Oude Neon letters

    Neon letters je ziet ze steeds vaker terug in het interieur. Sissy boy HEMA But they are actually inspired by the old facade advertising letters earlier. Herman Shed G has its contacts and arranged behind these old big letters. I have since the letter A is already built up and it pops… Read more »

  • Gouden polkadot muur voor minder dan 1 euro

    In our home / office upstairs we 1 long white wall. I had been there for a while in my head to the wall papered. But wallpaper is quite a job, and finally free. Wall Stickers Wall Decals you see now increasingly. Ideal to give a quick makeover wall. Now wall stickers not… Read more »

  • Flowers List refresher

    Last weekend I saw him in the charity shop. A big table with floral print. But in such an ugly dark brown table, I have briefly stopped at my -almost purchase- with a few questions in my head. Hoe zou deze lijst eruit zien in een andere kleur ? and what color ? Ik kijk… Read more »

  • Gastblog Aylin: The effect of home textiles,nl

    Hoi allemaal, Imagine; you have a new home. Beautiful furniture chosen with love and now put down. But still lacks atmosphere. You hear more and I think to solve the quite simple is. With blankets and pillows and rugs and furs, you create atmosphere at home. Below I leave you… Read more »

  • recycled inspiration

    I've already written a blog about the trend splash . The nice thing I like always to translate this trend cycle finds. such a moment and today was another, I found a framed poster / screen printing neon splashes. Now Neon is again totally hip so twice as nice. I buy also… Read more »

  • Live and co exchange part 2

    Today was already day 3 I gave a presentation along with Caroline about vintage and modern styling Woonbeurs Housing and co Groningen. For anyone who is not in a position to get anything I have pictures of my favorite places on the fair. Lots of pictures here… Read more »

  • Housing and Co Fair report part 1

    Yesterday it was time again. has begun the largest Woonbeurs North. Dit jaar voor mij extra speciaal want ik geef er dagelijks een presentatie over vintage wonen gecombineerd met nieuw samen met Carolien Manning Gisteravond was onze eerste presentatie en dit ging nog wat haperig want de techniek liet ons helaas af… Read more »

  • Gastblog Aylin ; Opknappertje

    During a round of thrift store I found a very nice wooden rocking horse against. He could only use a new coat of paint here and there. I will show you how you can put a very cool item in your house with few pennies and little effort. Here you can really see what I mean, niet heel mooi… Read more »

  • Wall perils

    I regularly swap what I hang above the sofa. This is usually 1 big list, and a few smaller things. Wall Signs now I have a whole collection of wall signs which settled the case going in and out. The nice thing is that you can continue to alternate with wall signs because you have those handy signs pendants… Read more »

  • Kringlooplamp D.I.Y.

    The color of the light spoke to me totally to it was the shape that it mattered that I bought it anyway in the charity shop. It reminded me of a skirt, with opwapperende bottom. I saw him in the store actually immediately in mind of another gay tan. The best is… Read more »

  • D.I.Y. lamp en lijst

    Dat je binnen een uurtje 2 nice interior can crieeren I'll show you . I bought at the thrift an old tile with butterflies years 70 , and a lamp base presumably from the years 90. Door simpel het lijstje wit te verven, and give the lamp dot stickers, you quick fresh… Read more »

  • Pakpapier wordt muurdecoratie BLOKKER

    Vandaag gespot in de Blokker. Erg mooi pakpapier, en door de print die gelijk doorloopt uitermate geschikt om in een grote lijst te doen. Het deed mij wel een beetje denken aan de jaren 80 deze sfeer. Zo heb je voor slechts €1,29 (en dan heb je nog meer dan de helft van de rol… Read more »

  • Gastblog Aylin: Light up your life

    Hello all! Today I want to show you that lamps are the ideal accessory. They are functional and you can make your statement it. This birdcage lamp I made myself with a wire basket, art birdies and a glue gun. This gives a playful atmosphere to the living room, and our daughter Evy's path. Is… Read more »

  • Klok van papier met een missie

    Tiny Miracles is een stichting die samenwerkt met de Nederlandse ontwerper Pepe Heykoop. Alle producten die Tiny Mirakels aanbieden zijn vervaardigd door de vrouwen van de Pardeshi gemeenschap die in de sloppenwijken leven van Mumbai India. De Tiny Miracles foundation ondersteunt deze vrouwen en hun gezinnen. Heel fijn voor deze vrouwen en gezinnen, but also… Read more »

  • We are at the woonbeurs you'll,nl?

    Volgende week is het weer zo ver. De grootste woonbeurs van het Noorden begint weer. Ik kom er als interieur fan al jaren, en maak ook altijd een reportage voor het blog. See here: Woonbeurs 2016 Dit jaar is extra speciaal voor mij, want ik sta er zelf ook! Samen met interieur blogger Carolien Manning… Read more »

  • Sailor in new guise

    1 the embroidery that I regularly see in the thrift store “Sailor”. You also have images of, but also a lot of embroidery pieces. Apparently a very familiar pattern and embroidery among women is very popular. Lick of paint I think it's have some fun some tough old sea dog. But with such an old musty brown… Read more »

  • D.I.Y funny light

    I saw him standing in the thrift store a funny little lamp with feet (how cute) I recognized immediately the lamp IKEA (as a former employee) And there was indeed the bottom. 2002 I always like to come some old ikea article to find a moment in which year. I have a home… Read more »

  • Gastblog ; “liefde voor okergeel”

    Hoi allemaal! My name is Aylin and recently I have an interior feed on Instagram under the name Linnep1n. Op een avond trok ik de stoute schoenen aan en vroeg ik Annemarie of ik eens een gastblog voor haar mocht schrijven, en het leukste is; ze zei ja! Okergeel, that is my great love as… Read more »

  • sofabed

    I am currently working on setting up a spare place at our home. Soon we get a lodge (lees een volwassen iemand die je niet even weg kan stoppen op de kinderkamers ) So something had to be organized. Because we are not just a room “over” hebben moet er een bed komen in onze extra… Read more »

  • Inside Viewer fairy house

    Ik leerde Nanda Kievit een jaar of 6 ago know the charity shop. Allebei zijn we daar altijd op zoek naar vintage pareltjes. Het viel mij al snel op dat onze smaken destijds best overeen kwamen en zo raakten we aan de praat. Nanda vertelde over haar huis in Groningen die volledig was ingericht met… Read more »