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shoemakesnew

shoemakesnew

A thrifty Aussie mum with the audacity to DIY anything. Old house, new projects, & life back home after a decade abroad 🛠️
✉️: emma@shoemakesnew.com

I finished this room a little while ago and the pi

I finished this room a little while ago and the pink is so cute every time I walk past that I’m feeling the urge to spiral and start a colorful makeover again somewhere else in the house?

Traveling with kids is fun but also phew it can be

Traveling with kids is fun but also phew it can be a lot.

This little system first started when our oldest was a toddler because I just wanted a way to corral all the toys and junk I’d hastily assembled in a quiet desperate plea to get 15 minutes occupied but then when I realised that it brought a little bit of mystery and fun to the process it became a thing that they ask for and get excited about in the week before a long flight or drive so I’ll call that a win.
I just adjust what’s in there based on their current age and interests but if you want a link to everything I’ve got in there now comment PLANE and I’ll send it your way 🫡

#travelwithkids #parenthacks #kidswhotravel

Don’t worry I also have all the before photos do

Don’t worry I also have all the before photos downloaded from my iCloud and ready to go 🫶

If you’ve ever been through a kitchen renovation

If you’ve ever been through a kitchen renovation you’ll know this feeling 🥲
After two months without a kitchen sink or dishwasher I’ve instinctively gone to fill my water bottle in the tiny bathroom sink probably five times today but NO MORE.

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