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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  • Our garden

    you have the garden all a bit cozy? I am now well on the way to the summer 2016 look. Every year I am still others plan our garden spots. The basis is often the same, the table and the bank, but the pillows change the tablecloths and the chairs per season… Read more »

  • Pimp your garden with sail

    This morning I cycled past the shop in Groningen “The parts house” in the nw. Ebbingestraat. They always sail on the roll stand at the door and suddenly I spotted a super cute print. birdies, lekker zomers. Ik had al een tijdje een stuk dakterras in mijn hoofd wat nog opgeknapt moest worden en ik was… Read more »

  • Online shopping tips top,en 10

    Ik vind het heerlijk om in online webshops te struinen. Soms ben ik wel een uur op 1 een site aan het uitpluizen. Om het voor jullie een beetje overzichtelijk te maken zal ik zo nu en dan even een paar favoriete items van een leuke woonwinkel in de spotlight zetten. I do this in… Read more »

  • Snoopy come back

    Snoopy sat for a while in my heart, He is obviously awfully retro fits completely into the street because of my shop. I regularly came the cheerful dog somewhere at the thrift store, a duvet cover, a hug it went right into my shop basket. But when I was last in town I spotted… Read more »

  • The multifunctional storage bag

    Instagram I saw them all come for a while. Those big cotton bags that stand upright. De 1 do toys, the other laundry, you can not name it. Laundry bags The fun of these colorful laundry bags (because I think they meant originally for this are) is that they are so cute… Read more »

  • Online shopping tips top 10

    Ik vind het heerlijk om in online webshops te struinen. Sometimes I am busy for an hour 1 site to unravel it completely. Om het voor jullie een beetje overzichtelijk te maken zal ik zo nu en dan even een paar favoriete items van een leuke woonwinkel in de spotlight zetten. Ik… Read more »

  • Zeeman inspiratie

    It's been over a year since I had the Sailor visiting for a photoshoot “bij de klant thuis” Nieuwsgierig naar de making off van de fotoshoot bij mij thuis? look,nl; hier ; Gister was ik weer eens in de Zeeman, and I saw a new fun and fruity Tropical… Read more »

  • Instagram gems

    Via instagram I get the best and most creative people from around the world. And if this is in interior design makes me very happy. So I came last in the account of Stefania Damaja handmade. from Skopje She makes embroideries pictures and the cutest handmade dolls. And lovable monsters which the curtains together… Read more »

  • Eenheid met kleur

    Afgelopen week vond ik een heel mooi oud mintkleurig ( commode ) kastje in de kringloopwinkel. Ik had hem even tijdelijk in de woonkamer gezet en was in overweging hem te verkopen. Maar wat mij opviel is dat het kastje een soort rust in huis bracht. Ik had namelijk al 2 other mint-colored cabinets… Read more »

  • Pimp your lamp

    When I was a few weeks ago for the last time at the V&D was I saw something lying in a corner a lamp. He had a vintage Scandinavian look, but it was new and lovely blue color. No fitting was in, and no cable but a beaded necklace to hang him. I think… Read more »

  • The garden in back!

    Eyoba asked me to test a product for you readers. Het leek mij heerlijk om iets te kiezen voor waar we nu allemaal naar snakken; the garden. nice weather outside life in the coming months delicious. With me at home At home we have a mix of new and old garden furniture. An old rattan recycle… Read more »

  • Blue pink inspiration

    Six months ago, I saw it at IKEA. Blue and white porcelain combined with soft pink. I then immediately a picture of it, and something always keeps me stuck in my head. My wall was all pink, but so nice to combine it with blue and white. Om te beginnen heb… Read more »

  • Slim decoratief speelgoed

    My son was last weekend birthday, and I was looking for a present last week where he also has a bit of learning could. Through the internet I came UGears on the track. Mechanical assembly kits, made of wood (!) How beautiful is that? (so the eye wants something (-; ) They are just a few… Read more »

  • retro nursery

    Our children's rooms at home are arranged properly vintage. That has crept so in recent years. For my shop Retro Loekie I come daily in the charity shop, and therefore it is easy for your children and their rooms also what to take. After all, why buy new when there are recycling much beauty… Read more »

  • IKEA lightbox D.I.Y.

    Six months ago I wrote a blog about a nice D.I.Y with an old lamp IKEA. They are sometimes at the thrift store of IKEA old lamps. I tried for a while to pimp your cards. If the back but it is blank and preferably translucent it can very… Read more »

  • nose sidekick,nl

    Wat een leuk kringloop gelukje! deze 2 Rhino faces of pottery. My friend told me today that they ever sold at the Flying Tiger. Toen ik ze zag liggen twijfelde ik nog wat ik ermee zou moeten, op de kinderkamer misschien ? But that's the benefit of the charity the low price attracted me… Read more »

  • Green at home

    Green at home The trend has been going for a while, Nice green house. I have no green thumb, so I got me a while limited to cacti. But now has come the spring, and the sun shines at home, I suddenly get the green jitters. Praxis At the Praxis, die… Read more »

  • Our house in Swedish lifestyle magazine

    Afgelopen zomer nam Fotograaf en Stylist Camilla Isaksson uit Zweden contact met mij op. Of ze ons huis mocht fotograferen, ik vond het prima. Zoiets geeft wel een beetje opruim stress als je 4 kinderen hebt rondlopen, maar ze stelde mij gerust, ze zou zich wel redden. And on a hot summer Friday afternoon in August… Read more »

  • Hidden shadow

    Find something nice at the thrift store is always good. But find something that at first glance no one seems attractive, and then finding out that it turns out to be something very beautiful, vind ik persoonlijk het allerleukste. Verstopt Soms vind je ergens in een een hoekje tussen alle borden en schalen ineens een… Read more »

  • Recycled Curtain fluke

    Yesterday found in the circuit, a huge piece of fabric from IKEA 2008 collection. Now I'm much at IKEA, but that year precisely what less, and this is why I had never ever seen this substance. Extra fun so, The substance is now hanging in the dining area to small pegs so there was no… Read more »