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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  • Spikkeltrend old and new

    I have equally strong preference for spots in the interior. I love the gaiety and color of those splashes. At the thrift store I therefore been collecting for a while “speck vases” So I got them for convenience but as mentioned. Often they come from the years 80 and they have also of… Read more »

  • Art from the charity shop

    Last week I saw him at the thrift store. This typical years 70 screen printing. Very modern and very much with the feeling of that time. It was not a super bargain, but just not so expensive that I left it for the price. Chris van Hoof colors, and the form it took me some…. Read more »

  • Black cat illustraties

    Ik was al een tijdje op zoek naar sprekende kleurige illustraties. Indirectly I came to Black cat design on Instagram All the way from Australia, maar wat is de online shop wereld dan klein, bestellen was geen punt. Strak vormgegeven grafische illustraties, helemaal mijn smaak. I ordered a horse print with a message that I… Read more »

  • Lampenbol wordt hangplant

    Yesterday, super nice hanging plant spotted in a remarkable vintage shop / cafe in Groningen Salmagundis I already wrote a blog about article When I see a little longer for the hanging plant looked suddenly struck me that the pot was an old lightbulb. Wat een tof idee! I had a lovely old home… Read more »

  • dentist sentiment

    When I think back to the dentist in my youth, denk ik aan stickers (with eyelets ) and a large dial stool. The latter I had repressed, until I came today at the thrift store. There he was, a broadly smiling choose. I recognized him immediately as the old dentist stool from my years 80. Maar… Read more »

  • painted flowers

    Today I was at the Fish Market in Groningen , where you can always find many flower stalls are. My eyes immediately fell on bright pink and blue flowers. For bright colors, that you could not ignore to look at it. What is that special kind? I asked the bloemenman. Painted But it was not… Read more »

  • vases collection

    my experience , that if you go to a lot of charity shops (read daily ) you're tempted to start collections. This is because there is just too much fun is found. You'll meet at a given time in order, and then you call it a collection! So I also have a collection of vases…. Read more »

  • Fun things for small prices,nl

    Besides that I like to shop in thrift, I also love to find gems in large retail chains. Not too expensive, and original that is my goal. People ask where did you get that, and that you can impress them with the answer, and even better with the low price!… Read more »

  • Recycled Treasure Gold cabinet

    A little gold may again in the interior. Kitsch? welnee, it's just how you combine it. I had a touch of gold scattered throughout house , but I ran last week in the thrift store or at a very spectacular golden object. A large golden table runner. Maybe once served for a… Read more »

  • winning stool?

    A stool made of real plates on a stack on top of your favorite choice. Vinylkruk.nl the site where the stools are made one wants to give away on our Facebook page. And I say no to! Hoe leuk is dat? Are you in? See here Thuisinstylingfacebook page I chose myself for a smurf… Read more »

  • teapots tap

    I have been a weakness for teapots. I love to drink tea, and I think it is a symbol of conviviality. In addition, it is just very nice in my china cabinet, waar er inmiddels al een stuk of 5 te vinden zijn. Tijdens mijn jacht naar kringloopschatten voor mijn webwinkel loop ik er ook zeer… Read more »

  • Tipi trend

    You've perhaps already seen passing in social media, or the new tipi tent in the magazines. The tent as we know him from the past, but made with fresh new fabrics. I had been there a while an eye on, but the prices for these nice tents go up to… Read more »

  • Kinderkamer inspiratie

    Onze kinderkamers thuis zijn kleurig. Not black and white or gray neck, vrolijke knallende kleurtjes. Kinderen en kleur gaan in mijn beleving hand in hand. Als moeder van 4 kinderen en 4 verhuizingen achter mij heb ik inmiddels al heel wat kamertjes mogen stylen, wat ik met veel plezier deed (hoera weer een verhuizing! ) De… Read more »

  • Loop around Chat

    With dot 1 The best office I've ever found in a thrift store. Today he stood, and I could not resist him this wonderful years 60 bureau. It was no bargain, just the border to take him anyway after a while deliberating. It was quite a job… Read more »

  • skirt off

    I found him in the loop, soft green chair with skirt. I posted a picture of it on instagram, and immediately received all responses the skirt can not from? That might, but the edge of the chair under the skirt was not covered and I saw first as a solution. But when the sun… Read more »

  • Woonbeurs 2016 Rai Amsterdam

    This week it happened again. The VT LIVING and design fair in the RAI Amsterdam. I took a look yesterday. In total there were 3 hall. Kitchen stores to small interior trinkets. Everything in the field of housing was to be found there. I was most interested in the first hall. many interior, en… Read more »

  • decorative toys

    Toys at home, you can not avoid it as a parent. much clutter, and usually not to see to. Through a friend, I got a wooden toy cactus gift. If I wanted to test it here , because she had them for sale in her shop . Well my Julie 2 loved it! Officially this is Toy… Read more »

  • green inspiration

    I actually buy some little decor is green. I'm usually the blue and pink tones. But last week it suddenly came on my path. 2 were bright green chairs in the charity shop. I recognized them immediately as IKEA chairs a few years ago. The shape really appealed to me, tight and… Read more »

  • wonderful light

    On instagram I saw them for the first pass. Indicators in the form of a dessert! I had to look very good, Well this is really a light or a dessert? at first glance, not real ones.   The lights were made by Gwendolyn Hardam, she has her own design… Read more »

  • Vintage look garment

    Rozenkelim ken je misschien al van de mooie grote originele kleurrijke Kelims. Zie hieronder eentje liggen in onze woonkamer.   Nu hou ik erg van afwisseling in huis, maar Rozenkelims zijn niet goedkoop, en een tweede koop je er niet zomaar even bij. Nu heeft Rozenkelim iets nieuws, een zogeheten; A replica vintage style garment new… Read more »