Still thinking whether you should get a shelving rack for your bombshelter? It was a very clear decision that we needed storage space in our bombshelter, cause else where would all the luggages, strollers, and things that we buy in bulk go?  When we were choosing our bombshelter rack shelves, some of our considerations were that: • It should not take up too much space, after all, the bombshelter was built for emergency use. • The material should be easy to maintain, sturdy and can take the heavy weight. • The layout should give us space to keep tall standing items and everything s ..read more

Buying your first home is exciting, right? Picking out paint colors, furniture, appliances... it's all a dream! But let me tell you, amidst all that excitement, there are a few hidden landmines. And one of them, surprisingly, turned out to be curtains and blinds. My husband and I, like many new homeowners, thought choosing curtains would be a breeze. "Just pick something that matches the walls and call it a day," we thought. Oh, how wrong we were! Turns out, there's a whole world of curtain knowledge we were clueless about. Day curtains vs. night curtains? Ripple fold vs. pleated? Opacity o ..read more

So, you're finally getting the keys to your dream home – congratulations! But before you start your renovation or the housewarming party, there's a crucial step: the pre- and post-renovation defects check. As exciting as moving in is, the last thing you want is to discover hidden issues once you've settled. That's where a professional defects checker comes in. We hired Absolute Inspection for our BTO defects check and here's what we did. Start with Pre-Renovation Inspections: Before you even embark on your renovation journey, consider a pre-renovation inspection. This ensures the base of ..read more

Let's be honest – the default grout in our BTO wasn't fantastic. Nobody loves scrubbing grouts (at least, not me) and the thought of scrubbing those grimy lines for years to come, or seeing ants crawl from grout cracks, filled us with dread. So, we made a decision that has transformed our home - we regrouted every single tile with Grout ProTech. It's one of the best renovation choices we have made! Epoxy grouting is waterproof, stain-resistant, and super durable - meaning less scrubbing for you and fewer unwelcome houseguests. Plus, with epoxy grout, you can ditch the boring white and choos ..read more

The thrill of being a new homeowner is undeniable. But let's face it, the endless to-do lists, juggling kids (if you have them!), and the physical demands of setting up a new home can leave you feeling more "wrecked" than "relaxed." If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. And we might just have found the secret weapon to combat the stress and aches that come with the homeowner territory. This affordable massage chair is a gamechanger for those who needs some relaxation after a long day. When we decked out our new place, we decided to splurge a little on a "man cave" upgrade for the Mr. T ..read more

We were thrilled to collect our keys, but also faced the classic challenges of small-space living. We wanted a home that was not just functional, but also smart and stylish. That's why Hafele came to our minds and we visited their showroom to check out the full range they have to offer. Their innovative home accessories have transformed our tiny apartment into a space we truly love.  Here are the three game-changers we couldn't live without! Lento Pull-Down Dish Rack: A Lifesaver for Shorter Folks (and Anyone Who Hates Tiptoes!) I'm not the tallest person (only 160cm), and reach ..read more

There are many factors that can result in enlarged pores. High sebum excretion, clogged pores, hormones and decreased skin elasticity can all lead to enlarged facial pores. During my first pregnancy, I noticed my pores becoming bigger thanks to the hormones but I brushed it off thinking it might shrink back after giving birth. But no, recently I randomly stared at myself in the mirror and realised my pores are so enlarged! Above is a photo of my skin in June 2022 and in January 2023, without any makeup base or filters. Wonder how I shrank my pores? I went searching for solutions to shrink m ..read more

The little one has been asking for fruit juice these days, but we are really lazy to take out our huge blender cause there's so much to wash! Thankfully Aura Portable Blender came to the rescue - it's super portable, easy to wash, and powerful!   It's labelled as "Singapore's Most Powerful Portable Blender" and I have to agree with it. I was a little skeptical about it at first, cause the mini blenders I used in the past were horrible. But this sleek blender here is even more powerful than the huge table top blender I own! You can really blend anytime, anywhere with the Aura Portab ..read more

Your wedding date nearing each day and you still don't know what to do? Don't worry, here are some tips to help you get started with your wedding planning! 1. List Your To-Do It's good to have a list of what you have to do and list them according to their priorities. That way you won't miss out anything and can easily see which urgent item has to be settled first. For those who need one, here is a wedding preparation list for your reference. None of them are a must, it's your wedding so just plan it the way you and your groom want. Here's a summary of the to-do for your reference! 2. St ..read more

This newly formulated IDS Skincare Intensive Moisturiser (IM) is so good it deserves a review post on its own. Just to share a little about my skin (in case you are new here), I have oily-combination skin so I've been using the Oil-free Moisturiser (OM) and Recovery Serum (RS). I've used the original version of IM before, but only when I travel to winter countries as it's rather creamy, works great for super dry conditions though.  In around March, due to stress, my skin was switching between oily combi and dry. That's when I was introduced this newly formulated IM. Some of you migh ..read more