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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  • Daybed

    Soon we get a lodge for a while. And while I was busy with the guest preparations such as searching a bed (I then took to the road, I'll be back later! ) en ruimte creëren werd ik gemaild of het mij leuk leek om een Emma matras te testen. perfect timing! Emma mattresses… Read more »

  • Stippelvaas D.I.Y

    Een hele makkelijke D.I.Y. Koop een effen bloempot of vaas in de kringloopwinkel, Buy polkadot stickers I found my spot stickers in thrift (toevallig) but they are also for sale at the Sostrene Grene o.a and HEMA and perhaps in the Action and pasting it! Bit timers with water,nl, but I have… Read more »

  • Interior hotspots Groningen

    Regelmatig krijg ik de vraag via social media of ik nog leuke (vintage) interior shop tips in my city of Groningen. I always have my favorite places, and flip it over and over again for the enthusiast. But of course it is as easy as I can provide 1x a clear list… Read more »

  • Ananasplant

    I had never heard of, until I saw there last week alone stand in our Jumbo supermarket. A place where you normally expect real tropical plants, but the jumbo in my neighborhood (bears Groningen) has to my delight an ever-growing plants and flowers assortment. Online And for a small 6euro could… Read more »

  • XL wol

    Ik had er al een tijdje een oogje op handgemaakte wollen dekens. Ze kwamen voorbij op instagram. Het leek mij leuk zo’n deken te hebben in een ander kleurtje dan de (ook prachtige )white and gray blankets that I ever saw passing by on photos. blanket Live with love , foto van: @stijl_inge Blanket… Read more »

  • Handgemaakte muurkunst

    The designer behind Urbanmasq I met last year through Instagram. Een super aardige creatieve man uit Tsjechië, I already wrote a blog about him see here The cheerful special handmade masks still hang in my home Animals and plant art Now he recently tipped me that he has a new botanical and… Read more »

  • Roomdivider vintage

    Hij stond gisteren in een hoekje van de kringloopwinkel een oud kamerscherm. Tegenwoordig ook wel roomdivider genoemd. With handpainted botanical prints,nl. probably antiques, and once with a new coat of paint. Het voelde goed, alleen hoe het nou zou uitpakken thuis is altijd even spannend. I bought it primarily for the purpose in my… Read more »

  • Botanical art on plate

    Via Instagram I met stadsgenote Marjolein Meijer. A fourth year student Minerva. In addition to designing interiors and architecture also makes them something special with the pen. They include botanical drawing images on real old porcelain plates. Porcelain As great lover of nature and old porcelain I am of course very happy. We… Read more »

  • book Basket

    Onlangs was ik even in de Action voor krijtbordverf waarover later deze week meer! En altijd als ik even voor iets praktisch in die winkel kom zie ik meestal iets onverwachts leuks wat dan ook weer meegaat. Is the concept of Action also a bit familiar, I believe (-; Wall baskets Magazine baskets on the wall…. Read more »

  • Lelijke deur wordt functioneel

    In de overloop boven hadden wij een hele eenvoudige deur die uitkwam op onze badkamer. Deze deur is erin gekomen toen we 2 woningen hebben samengevoegd. Omdat de doorgaan smal was kon er geen echte deur geplaatst worden, dus werd het een 3plex deur. Wat ik altijd doe met “net niet” doors there is a… Read more »

  • TV recordings at our home,nl

    Last November I received the Dutch television program KRO Inside a visit to an internal viewer. They asked me if they could come and film once in our house. Now I know the program, and always see the most beautiful big houses / castles pass by, but we live a fairly normal town house ! But found the editor… Read more »

  • Pastel and black

    For years I have pastels in house. Fresh , colorful and spacious I think it. But to pastel to give a little spice (Also fine for men! ) I add recently here and some black (wit) to the plate. A pair of black and white pillows on the sofa, een prentje aan… Read more »

  • Warehouse help at home

    Our house is not exactly industrial furnishings. But I do quite of its time. The retro trolleys can now fly to the ears in the furniture stores. But when I want something butch home, not retro but rather old and original . A cart that has traces of… Read more »

  • sled Bench

    I recently wrote a blog about once a sledge used as a bench. Now I found last week such a great sled again! Small and made of wood with blue metal. With a fur on it for the heating, fun for the kids. And if there will again pack snow we are… Read more »

  • jaren 80 come back

    I've already told you about earlier, the years 80 in the interior increasingly emerges. I particularly like the color of that time very inspiring. Fresh, pastel, but also the strong colors and neon. Mirror And if you are a bit open to see years 80 interior very often in… Read more »

  • Polaroid is back

    The Polaroid camera nowadays again used, you may have already seen. Such hip stained gear where again those old nice pictures from rolls. 1 disadvantage is that the photos do not have the quality of a normal picture. Photo Printing App Now I have an app where newly installed Framkalla… Read more »

  • Warmte bron wordt hippe lamp

    In the years 60-70 had je ze volop, warmtelampen. De bedoeling was volgens mij dat je ze kon gebruiken als je ergens spierpijn had. Since the bulbs are no longer made, and you never see anyone for such a lamp sitting I actually have my doubts whether the lamps still for that purpose… Read more »

  • Kringloopgelukje 80s style

    Found this morning at a bargain price a slightly grubby-looking chair. discolored pillows, and at first glance not really an eyecatcher. Still, I was charmed by the lovely white frame. If you took out the pillow was a very different face. In any case, something I have which could bring. Made in… Read more »

  • Pimp IKEA lamp

    Gevonden op de rommelmarkt een IKEA lamp wolkjes. Het zit nog in de collectie. Op zich al een hele leuke lamp maar ik heb er iets extra’s mee gedaan, een gezichtjes pimp. Ik heb stickers van de Sostrene Grene gebruikt dit zijn al ronde stickers dus makkelijker om er kleine maantjes uit te knippen. Maar… Read more »

  • Beneficial children lamp

    They have been around for years, paper round lamp. Also called rice paper lamp from China. I think this is a typical case of a timeless interior item. They are usually white in color, and breezy. There you also do not get bored with? Children's lamps I was recently looking for new lights for my kids… Read more »