By Jenny Sheahan and Kate O'Driscoll
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The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.
In this episode, Kate and Jenny pull back the curtains (literally) to talk all things window dressings, from sleek blinds to cosy curtains.
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For this special live episode, Kate and Jenny are interviewed by the fabulous Jo Linehan from GAFF Interiors live onstage at the ideal home show in Dublin in October, 2024.
There is a little bit of background noise, but if you weren't able to make it in person then we hope you enjoy this live recording! Special shout out to Rowan for making it possible.
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Maybe you are in a short-term rental or maybe you are living in your home before you renovate it. Either way, this episode is all about quick fixes that you can implement easily and without breaking the bank to make your home feel a little bit more comfortable while you're there.
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You spend a third of your life in bed, so getting the right one is important! In this episode, Kate and Jenny take you through everything you need to know about picking your perfect bed, your perfect mattress, and your perfect sleep set-up.
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This episode is all about Kate and Jenny's favourite household gadgets and gizmos. We had a lot to talk about here so there will be another follow-on episode soon!
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KITCHEN GADGETS
GARDEN GADGETS
HOUSEHOLD GADGETS
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Kate and Jenny are excited to bring you a very special guest - award winning Australian architect Georgina Wilson, founder of Georgina Wilson Associates and Ask an Architect. Get ready for an absolute goldmine episode, chock-a-block with renovation revelations, and check out askanarchitect.co for more.
For this episode, we are very proud to be sponsored by Floretry. Floretry crafts contemporary floral designs that evoke a connection to the Irish landscape. With a commitment to sustainability, Floretry uses Irish grown flowers to create unique floral styling for weddings, TV, film, and events. If you are planning a wedding, get in touch at floretry.ie and quote "Rip It Up" for a 20 percent discount on their wedding packages.
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In this episode, Kate and Jenny take you through some key tips for how you can stay on budget during your renovation.
It doesn't have to compromise quality and it doesn't have to compromise aesthetics. But keeping on top of your budget throughout your whole renovation is sure to save you some money in the end.
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- Jenny's budget tracker is available at jennysheahan.com
- Lefroy Brooks (bathrooms)
- Villeroy & Boch (bathroom)
- Kitchen Aid stand mixer
- First Fix (stage of renovation up to where plaster is put on the walls)
- Gannon & associates landscaping - gannonandassociates.ie
- Bosch tools
- DeWalt tools
- Coloured grout
- Mid-century modern antique phone table
- Paste-the-wall wallpaper
- Easy to clean rugs - polyester, polypropylene, short-pile rugs
- Contact paper to cover countertops
- Subway tiles
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In today's episode, Kate and Jenny help you to find your interior style. You know what you like and you have pictures, but you're not sure exactly how to pull it all together in your own space. Kate and Jenny will take you through some tips and tricks to get that professional look.
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In this episode, Kate and Jenny give you the details of how to avail of the energy efficiency, conservation, vacant property, and derelict property grants available in Ireland.
Grants mentioned - check out https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/housing/housing-grants-and-schemes/ for a thorough guide:
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In this episode Kate and Jenny are talking about thrifting, giving their best tips for finding unique pieces, knowing how to spot a bargain, and some upcycling advice for bringing pre-loved items back to their former glory. (Please excuse my scratchy voice in this episode, I had a sore throat! - Jenny.)
Where to shop for second hand deals:
- adverts.ie
- donedeal.ie
- Kilkenny Architectural Salvage
- Pamono.eu
- The Vintage Hub
- Pete’s Antiques
- Acquired.ie
- Francis Street, Dublin - full of antique shops
- Vision Ireland (formerly NCBI)
- Facebook Marketplace
- Catawiki.com
- Irish Chimney Pieces
Furniture brands mentioned:
- G-Plan
- Mackintosh
- Willis & Gambier
Other items mentioned:
- Annie Sloan chalk paint
- Contact paper
- Foam2Home
- Tiffany lamps
- Murano glass
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