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Joined 10 July 2008
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15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Light/dark roof tiles. Which is better for QLD?

no scientifics here... but I have had a charcoal black roof (in QLD) & it was a little hot. But then, we didn't have roof insulation or whirlybirds, or…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Top 10 most affordable QLD suburbs

Still a heck of a commute! Nice day trip to the wineries from Brisbane though :)

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Top 10 most affordable QLD suburbs

they are not suburbs - they are rural towns! All at least 8 hours drive from Brisbane. Heck of a commute! (not that I am saying there…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Where to get good art/wall decor online?

My tip: go to a cheap shop & get some basic canvas frames. Go to Spotlight (or anywhere else that sells fabrics) - and get fabric to cover.…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Cutlery draw inserts that are out of the ordinary, ideas?

Howards Storage World: for all drawer organisers: http://shop.hsw.com.au/index.php?subcat ... 3&actual=2
For my favourite: Bamboo expandable (I have this one & Love it) - comes…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Ceiling fans in an al fresco area ... worthwhile?

love ours! Even if it is to keep the flies & mozzie's away. When it is hot (and not hot enough to run the aircon) - turn them…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Wallpaper

http://www.wallpapershop.com.au/store/home.php?cat=2
This is my favourite - heaps of regularly updated listings & (reasonable) prices on everything. They are in Brisbane - but believe they do online orders.
We haven't got around…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Single storey or Double Storey

We are the first single story house you see when you drive around in our estate. (there are more single stories past our place) This didn't bother us…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Home made artwork?? Anyone tried it??

Good idea to get an editor! That is what I need too. Just as well I don't write books!

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Home made artwork?? Anyone tried it??

Gee - that made me look again too! That is the reflection from the glass which makes it look like an extra 'i' in the photo.
I have since picked…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Ikea Billy Bookcases

well - yes - but still great for ideas.
(can't say I actually look at them... but can't throw them away either)
I do love when the new one comes out.

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Ikea Billy Bookcases

... okay so I have a tiny addiction problem... I have all the ikea catalogues for the last 8 years. :?
My husbane tries…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Home made artwork?? Anyone tried it??

Thanks! It is striking. hehe - can't believe we MISSED the biggest word... I know walk past it & think all of the other places have typo mistakes…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Home made artwork?? Anyone tried it??

Thanks - it was fun to make too. Each city has a reason - whether it be places we love, places we want to go, or simply places we…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Home made artwork?? Anyone tried it??

bring back an old topic... had to share.
I was very inspired by:

thanks to Stormy :)
And couldn't afford an original / etc - so Designed &…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Ikea Billy Bookcases

if you are putting a few together, side by side - screw thru them into each other (though the holes for the shelves). This will hold them together also.…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Alfresco Length 1.8m is it worth

I don't see why the council would care. If it is a structure that doesn't need council approval - then you can do what you like. We have…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Pop up plugs

does the pop up bit wind in? Just loosen the wind out & all will be perfect!
That's what mine do - you unwind them to take them out to…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
For all those who like cupcakes

Thanks Mrs B! Think I found a hidden skill. I was just glad he didn't ask for Star Wars or Ben 10 - no idea how I would…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
For all those who like cupcakes

I did this for my son's 8th "Harry Potter" Birthday Party last weekend. This is my best effort to date.
Hard to pick up the detail - but notice -…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
pink butterflies

Beautiful Maleena - sure that will sell quick!
I designed my 2 year old dd bedroom to be a butterfly room. But I have way too many butterflies in there…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Building in Carseldine

Thanks Jolie - and good luck with your build.
I love North Lakes / Warner / Joyner etc They have been set up really nice, and being close to the…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Building in Carseldine

Wow - all the north bris people. We are in Carseline (built last year), and before that we built at Boondall. If you like an area such as…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Where do you ladies keep your hair dryer?

At my last house, I had room between the vanity & the shower cubicle. So we put in a loop on the side of the vanity cabinet (don't know…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Sick of the Merry-Go-Round We want to get off now please

beautiful spot that halpine lakes! Hope you find a buyer soon Peter! :)

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
The Story of Stormy's Castle. *Loooooong overdue update*

Thanks! I love your idea to frame it. That will look stunning.
I have found some on ebay - just trying to find the right one now for my…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
The Story of Stormy's Castle. *Loooooong overdue update*

Wow - can you tell me where you got the blind? It is gorgeous!

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
HELP!!! Roman upgrade issue!!!!

Good choice. I have a 4 bedroom +study, +++ type house - and my budget for the whole house was $5000 - and I didn't go over. And…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Sick of the Merry-Go-Round We want to get off now please

I hear they are opening up a new release in Somerset Estate soon? I believe there are a few block left in Carseldine Chase left also - but they…

15 years15 yearsLouise4499Louise4499 posted:
Adenbrook (Qld) has changed their range.

oooh - the Sandhurst 37 - was our first choice! We just couldn't find land big enough to fit it... Love the design. Our lakewood is very…

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