Earlier this month we sold our house. And as many of us know, selling is no walk in the park. In fact, as far as stress levels are concerned, it’s …
Why I’ve Been So Busy Lately – A Personal Update
At this time of year, it’s not uncommon to hear people talking about how the year has flown by. “It’s been such a crazy year”. “I can’t believe it’s November …
Tips for Hosting an Event at Your House
Last Friday I hosted our School Ladies Race Day. While we do like to entertain and often have friends and family over here at Shenanigans Central, it’s the first time …
How to Create a Cosy Home for Winter
For many of us, the onset of winter means the beginning of a hibernation of sorts at home. I know that for us, with the exception of our usual weekend …
Review of the Dyson V6 Absolute Handstick Vacuum Cleaner
Last Saturday, I woke up to the usual breakfast commotion. Bowls clanking on the bench, the tinny rustle of cutlery being taken from the draw, the chatter, laughing and generally noise …
How to style your bed
If you’ve been reading this blog for a while and following me over at Facebook and Instagram, you’ll have seen me post a few pics of my bed on “clean …
How to Create a Fab Christmas Table Setting on a Budget
This post is sponsored by Super A-Mart. I love LOVE putting together a table setting. Aside from the cooking, it’s the creative side of entertaining that I really enjoy. Because …
Bed Linen for Tween Boys
I recently asked readers over on the Style and Shenanigans Facebook page what they’d like to see more of on the blog. One of the recurring themes was more home …
SnS Style Update: Winter at Home
So, welcome to Winter! Are you a fan? Do you love snow, skiing, open fires, being cosy, closed footwear and avoiding sunburn? I must confess that Winter is not my favourite season. …
Style Snippets: Easter @ Shenanigans HQ
Happy Easter! I hope you are enjoying this long weekend, spending time with your special peeps, inhaling hot cross buns and taking some time out to reflect and regroup. To …
Summer Breakfast
On the Australia Day weekend, we caught up with our old neighbours for a long overdue breakfast at our place. I love a good breakfast. So much so, I celebrated …
Style Snippets: IKEA at Shenanigans HQ
It’s cheap and cheerful week here on the blog where we are celebrating maximum style at a minimal cost. In the home, you can’t really talk about great design and …
Style Snippets: The Studio Bambini Photo Shoot
In early December, we were lucky enough to have our home and family photographed for an upcoming edition of Studio Bambini magazine. Below are a few of my favourite snaps …
Chillaxed Dinner Party
Last weekend, Mr SnS and I hosted a chill-axed dinner party for 6 (just grown ups – yippee!) at our place. It was a night of telling stories and belly …