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What a nice email from Emma today. I won her giveaway. How cool is that! Thanks so much Emma.

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ABOUT KATRINA

Hi there! I’m Katrina, a DIY buff and Airbnb host with a knack for interior styling by day. I’m a proud grandma with 3 grown boys and am buzzing about starting a new house build this year. I also write eBooks on renovating and mastering the Airbnb game. Living life to the fullest, I don’t let anything slow me down, not even my colostomy bag.

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ABOUT ME

I’m Katrina, a DIY enthusiast and Airbnb host. By day, I work my magic in interior styling, bringing spaces to life. Excitingly, I have a new house build coming in 2024. Additionally, I sell eBooks on Renovating and How To Be an Airbnb host. Oh, and I proudly embrace life with a colostomy bag.

How CRAZY is that??? The cost of homes has grown

How CRAZY is that???

The cost of homes has grown 2.5x FASTER than wages since 2011...

A dozen organic eggs is almost $10 in my town. Garlic aioli is $8.30.

The average mortgage/rent in Australia is $2,500-$4,000 a month.

How are people supposed to afford home let alone all the other BASIC NEEDS?

How do you all make it work?

You probably already know what you want and love,

You probably already know what you want and love, but sometimes you just need someone to give you the green light. That’s what I do - put everything together for you.

Finished a renovation? Or just need refresh? No need to worry about mismatched styles or overspending. Let’s make your interior dreams a reality, effortlessly and affordably.

Drop the word ‘SERVICES’ in the comments below, and I’ll send you a link to discover more about my offerings and how I can help you! ✨

I know what I want, but apparently it’s not that

I know what I want, but apparently it’s not that simple. I don’t get it, someone please explain? Why do we need 3 more?

It’ll push up repayments on a $500,000 loan by roughly $250 a month and on a $1,000,000 loan roughly $450 a month.

(This is just speculation but it’s all I see in my news feed today). It was a prediction for August, September and November to get the cash rate up to $5% (which equates to .25 x3 increases.

What’s the deal? Isn’t employment strong? But I get it, inflation is still high. About 37% of people have a mortgage, 30% own outright and the rest is rental. Would this mean more rent increases? So many questions.

One thing I wish I’d known before I started a ho

One thing I wish I’d known before I started a house renovation

I wish I’d known that every task takes twice (or three times!) as long as you think, especially when you’re self-renovating. I found that most of the time is spent on moving things out of the way, prepping the area and tidying, rather than on the task itself.

From clearing out the space, protecting furniture, and setting up all the necessary tools, to the meticulous clean-up after each day’s work, these ‘behind-the-scenes’ activities can double your workload. It’s not just about laying tiles or painting walls; it’s the setup and takedown that turn a two-hour job into a whole day affair. This understanding has been crucial in adjusting my expectations and planning! I know now not to expect I’m going to work at double speed like the Instagram reels I share.

For anyone embarking on this journey, remember: patience and planning are just as important as the renovation work itself!

Who is with me? 9kg down, no alcohol, learning m

Who is with me?

9kg down, no alcohol, learning more skills, upping my income, defining the goals and only hanging around people who want the exact same things. #midlife

She’s so relatable 😂 I’ve tried to get int

She’s so relatable 😂

I’ve tried to get into the hype. But 30+ songs is psychotic ha!

But on a serious note what a marketing powerhouse. HOW? I shake my head with disbelief and admiration at the same time.

Tell me, do you think she’s worth the hype? Or overrated? ⤵️⤵️

How to propagate a jade plant 🌱 #propagation

How to propagate a jade plant 🌱

#propagation #jadepropagation #jade #jadeplant

Cypress pine floorboards ➡️ This task wasn’t

Cypress pine floorboards ➡️ This task wasn’t all DIY, but it certainly transformed this charming little house. The 50-year-old carpet had to go, and the vinyl cork was a nightmare to deal with. We also removed all the nails, strips, and skirting boards. Then, we hired a professional to handle the more challenging tasks—filling cracks, polishing, and sanding. It took about five days, but he did a fantastic job. The work was done in two living rooms and three bedrooms, all finished with a durable satin clear coat that is incredibly hard-wearing!

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