I BOUGHT A HOUSE!

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@heidifidler350 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations 🎉. It’s going to be wonderful and it will be all yours! My marriage of twenty years ended very suddenly and left me with 4 kids between 7 and 15. I hadn’t worked since before I was married . That was over 20 years ago and of course the kids are grown up. I have a good life and you will too. Be kind to yourself.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

And you 💜

@Claire-pi7ir 4 месяца назад

My marriage ended suddenly in October last year after 18 years….i had never worked either since I was married…..it’s good to hear that things can get better as sometimes it does seem like an uphill struggle.

@ehoehnle 10 месяцев назад

Yes to home update videos! Your home is a blank slate and I look forward to seeing what you do.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@picking4profit 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations!. I bought a fixer upper for me and my daughter when I split from my husband. Still here 20 years later and very happy and mortgage nearly paid off

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@maggiefriend2146 10 месяцев назад

You have brought tears to my eyes with you news. I told you things would come right. Your a little diamond and your boys have a wonderful mum. I’m (was too old now) a valuer for a major estate agents and am so glad you’ve chosen area as your first priority. Get the bare essentials done and the rest will follow in time. Slow and steady wins the race. You go girl…., I really am delighted and can’t wait to follow your journey. Sending a virtual gin and tonic love❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@judithscott3404 10 месяцев назад

Nicola, the house has lovely bare bones. It is so light and bright I’m sure you will make it a beautiful home. Wishing you all the best for the future.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 😍

@irenedombryant2023 10 месяцев назад

Well done Nichola, its an empty house it will be cold. You have options the house seems to be in good order. The radiator's are single so they won't throw a lot of heat, you have options. You can always get the taps changed on the main bath so it has a handheld shower attachment. Remember not to get carried away ( easier said than done ). Have fun.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@irenedombryant2023 10 месяцев назад

Regarding decorating; Paint the doors and skirting first, if your not good with gloss paint, go for a satin wood or egg shell. When it comes to the walls works out cheaper to stay neutral, same colour in most areas just make sure it's a good quality paint. Another trick is to paint the ceiling the same colour as the walls ( you don't have to worry about cutting in and straight lines. When you do start to paint, sometimes easier to use a small roller, not so hard on the arms also use a decent quality paint brush, you'll get less bristle loss on the brush. Have fun, you will get so much satisfaction once you see things done.

@yvonnethorpe5224 10 месяцев назад

Well done Nicola. A new chapter awaits you and your boys. It will be great following you as you create your new home 😀

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@suematile9078 10 месяцев назад

It looks charming. I grew up washing my hair in the kitchen sink. Good luck!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@glendaw5221 10 месяцев назад

Hello and congratulations on buying your own home. My girls were 3 and 8 when I was divorced (heartbroken) and you can do this! The house is cozy and I think your stuff will look good in it. I hope you can find the items you need at a good price or even free. The floors look good in your video. I’d love to see updates on your progress. Don’t worry about a polished video. Good luck to you and the boys.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 💜

@zoedodd3748 10 месяцев назад

Whoop whoop! Congrats! Budget DIY would fit great on your channel. Hope that ex is giving you money to support the kids now. Zx

@lynnduckworth5361 10 месяцев назад

I think it’s lovely Nicola - a blank canvas well done ❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@joandwyer5055 10 месяцев назад

Nicola you can get an attachment to go on the bath taps for washing your hair, should be able to get in diy store, it's rubber and plastic, can't think of proper name, but have used them in the past. SHAMPOO SPRAY HOSE.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Ooh thank you.

@MDWJS 10 месяцев назад

House has a beautiful feel . Congratulations to you and the boys ❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@laetitialogan2017 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations my dear..single mother in Ireland..you WILL get there...actually you ARE there...

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@ginnypeckham4022 10 месяцев назад

Very well done Nicola. The power companies do free surveys for house insulation and there are still Government grants available for insulation.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Ooh thanks, I’ll have a look.

@gretelwhite8088 10 месяцев назад

I moved into a house that was stuck in the 1970s back in 2002. It needed a lot of work, and I lived there while I was working on it. Yours has great potential. There were some things I couldn't afford, so I hired a sander and sanded and varnished the floors to make them nice and warm underfoot. Insulation is a big deal, and I got some grants towards that. The kitchen was a total timewarp, there were 2 sockets and the old lady kindly left me her twin tub washing machine. There was one draw. It took a lot of doing, saving and doing things as they became affordable. One thing for which you might be grateful, you didn't inherit a brown bathroom suite, yes brown! Whoever thought that was a good idea? Ripping out the toilet carpet and getting some lino down were a priority (carpet in a toilet!!!). Eventually, I got the bathroom and toilet knocked into one and a nice white suite fitted. You will get there, it will take time, but you are a sensible woman with your head screwed on and your feet on the ground, so I know you will be budgeting sensibly for this and will make a beautiful, safe home for you and your boys.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️ can’t imagine a brown bathroom suite 🙈

@drhorrible1543 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic news - just beaming for you!! Yes please to videos about doing up a house on a budget. Just brilliant news, well done!!!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 😍

@lindastone9385 10 месяцев назад

Brillant news Nicola and many congratulations. As for decorating, by putting the effort into preparing the walls and woodwork, it means that the painting part is much easier. Its a hassle but worth it. In the past we have had the odd decorating party, where we have got friends and relatives to help out over a weekend. Then when everything was finished we cooked a special meal for them as a thankyou. Great that the boys are so engaged with it too.x

@sandraann4868 10 месяцев назад

Hi Nicola, really pleased to hear this update. I know photographers and videos can be deceiving but your wood flooring looks to be in good condition. I’ve known folk paint or varnish their floors and then use good quality rugs to add additional warmth. IKEA do really great kitchens they are ‘free standing’ so they can accommodate various room configurations. Yes I agree with a previous commenter you can change the bath taps to accommodate a shower attachment as your bathroom looked to be in pretty good condition. Have fun making your house a home xx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@notquiteachateaudiy 10 месяцев назад

Definitely show us your decorating and refurbishments as you go along that would be really interesting x

@susannpowell5678 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on your new (own) house. It looks lovely and has enough space for your family to grow into. I am sure that you will make it a beautiful home for your boys and yourself. Update videos - yes please. ❤❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@gailgulliver8970 10 месяцев назад

Nicola your doing great you will have a lovely safe home for you and your children and near to your mum and dad just to give support when you need it you will learn to do diy its a great learning curve for you and with each bit you achieve you will be so proud of yourself so God Bless you for a happy and contented future in your new home .xxx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 💜

@goodlifeliving1667 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations looks lovely light and spacious. Ikea do most basic cheapest kitchen. We brought a doer upper 5 years ago we done bits over time. Just lick of paint and new flooring can make all the difference. We scour market place charity shops and jumble cheap furniture and decor

@shaun7638 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic news that you and you ex finished on good terms and you have both movd on....

@clairebailey555 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on the new house. I would sort out the insulation and radiators. Then take it room by room.

@pennypincher5495 10 месяцев назад

A house is just bricks and mortar no matter how small or big it is. A home is what we put into it and the happiness you feel when you go in through the front door. Well done on coming through everything and turning to the next chapter. I’m sure you’ll do an amazing job of making it lovely. Nice to see you and look forward to your home updates 😀 xxx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@bethyoung4030 9 месяцев назад

I’m in the states and I think your wooden floors are lovely!!! But more importantly this is your home:) The light coming in is wonderful. You will make it into a very cozy and lovely home. Congrats!!💕

@DianeBaseden 10 месяцев назад

Check out what grants your entitled to before you pay out for insulation ...

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Ooh will do.

@claireberry1564 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations! You will surprise yourself with all the things you don't know you can do yet. Trust me, I have been there. I look forward to seeing your progress 🏠

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@poppy6488 9 месяцев назад

Hang thick heavy curtains and close them as soon as its dark. Makes a big difference. Old fashioned draught excluder at every door. The old stuffed sausage! Hot water bottles in the beds before bedtime. I will look forward to seeing your lovely home blossom. Don't be afraid to ask for suggestions/ ideas and definitely don't feel shy about asking for help!🎉🎉🎉

@antsquirly7654 9 месяцев назад

Congrats, you have reached a big milestone in your life. Stay calm and remember to breathe. One day at a time. - Start haunting any resale/charity shops, Facebook sales, or Craigslist if you have something like that. Best of everything to you.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 9 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@barbarahughes6009 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on such an achievement.The house is actually livable (apart from the kitchen)so although you might want to change it you shouldn’t feel any pressure to do it immediately.All you really need to do in a hurry is the kitchen and the heating.You have done so well,most single mothers really struggle to achieve home ownership but you have done with a really lovely house.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@whatjulieloves9921 10 месяцев назад

Well done on buying your home. You should be very proud of yourself. I would love to see home videos. My favourite thing to watch xx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@whatwouldpicarddomakeitso9607 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing . YOU HAVE A HOME😀. I’m so happy for you all . I know it’s scary but it’s so exciting . You can do this . I did it 22 yrs ago when my husband dumped me and we had a 3 year old together. I smiled all the way through the video..your new home is lovely and just the perfect place to put your stamp on it . Talking of it being cold . I had loft insulation put in years ago and it made a HUGE difference..heat rises and will leak out at the top but the loft insulation transformed my home even though the walls were already done . A friend who had a detached cold bungalow notice the difference in my home so did their bungalow…it made a tremendous difference . Please look into it when you can afford too ..ask your local council if there is a government scheme to help . Please also do home updates. 😀🇬🇧💛🤍

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️ I’ll look at loft insulation as well, hadn’t thought of that!

@sharonliquorish6528 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations, the house looks really good, you will get there x

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@ashleybooth88 10 месяцев назад

Defs get the roof checked, before the snow comes ! We've refurbed and rented out a few houses now and the first mistake we made was to concentrate on decorating the house to walk in one day and found a massive 12ft long damp patch on the upstairs ceiling. We had to get scaffolding up, re-lat, re- tile and re-felt the bottom few feet of the roof it was flooding in soon as it rained. Didn't notice any issues before we bought that one, but a look at the roof/ inside the loft is now on our essentials list when looking at properties. Live and learn! Best of luck tho extremely happy for your update! 😊

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

I hadn’t t thought of that! Will add it to the list 😬

@hazel1766 10 месяцев назад

Hello, Fantastic news. I am glad that you have been able to buy a safe space for you and your boys ❤.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@notquiteachateaudiy 10 месяцев назад

So happy for you, now you can move on. You could just replace the bath taps with a mixer tap with hand held shower fitting for now and you may be able to find an ex display kitchen cheaply if you know someone to fit it for you. We have done up quite a few houses on a budget LOL.

@annea7526 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations.. a day at a time will get you there. In furnishing and renovating your home thrift stores, car boot sales, marketplace will be your best friend and don’t forget the most important one the generosity of family and friends. Good luck

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@ingridmarsden8866 10 месяцев назад

Would love videos on decorating on a budget as well as your usual content.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Ok ☺️

@alisonbutler6743 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on finally completing the sale. We also have bought a property, although ours was simpler (it's a residential park home) but it happened so quickly! We never thought we would be able to afford to buy anything, but this one also needs lots of work inside and out, so I feel your pain! When we moved in we had no furniture apart from our picnic table and chairs no white goods apart from built in hob and oven and we slept on blow up mattress! Please post 'house' updates, for your sake and our nosiness, but to see how far you have come. I am so thrilled for you. X

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

I hope it goes well for you!

@eleanorb1400 10 месяцев назад

Wonderful news, congratulations. Looks like a great house with everything you need. Great space. We couldn’t afford carpets, sanded the floorboards, varnished or painted them and bought some cheap scatter rugs for bedrooms. Cheap and worked well. Enjoy your new hom

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@emmabrodie4043 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations Nicola!! The home looks lovely and most importantly it’s yours ❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@gladyschandler6724 9 месяцев назад

Congrats. You can go slowly. Of course, kitchen appliances try to get second hand. Get heaters, check out fireplace does it work. Floors look that they need to be refinished. Good luck

@decluttering-queen1898 10 месяцев назад

All the best. Your house will be lovely when it's done. Good luck to the three of yous xx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 💜

@decluttering-queen1898 10 месяцев назад

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@cathymillar9900 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations. It is a lovely home. What an accomplishment. You can do it.

@jazzgibbo6715 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations!!! Your house (trust me) looks an nice easy fix. Painting, wall stripping, sanding are a pain but soooo worth it. The house will be cold if not doing anything with. And adding carpets will warm it up. Have so much fun with it. A new year and a new life and you. Enjoy this stage. It’s the best 🥰

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@bethyoung4030 9 месяцев назад

And yes definitely video your home improvements! Just so happy for you. My only thought is with all the light coming in, it would lend itself to light warm colors on the walls and I could see lots of plants. But that is me and you will find what works best definitely:)

@notquiteachateaudiy 10 месяцев назад

Sorry for all the separate comments but just remembered, if you are going to save up for a kitchen, the best time to buy is October when they all have sales, and Howdens, the manufacturer/suppliers to most kitchen retailers always have a big sale on then.

@wendycarter5973 9 месяцев назад

Your a very brave lady and a lovely person you’ll get there and the experience will only make you stronger my silly top tip is if your short like me you won’t miss a drowning fill your bath with bubbles and gorgeous scents lay back and wash your hair it’s so healing ❤️‍🩹 xxxxxxx

@hazysummer72 10 месяцев назад

Good luck with the next phase with your boys. Facebook marketplace can be an amazing place for bargain furniture if you have a reasonable sized car!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️ I love Facebook marketplace!

@lisamoore8369 10 месяцев назад

You new home looks lovely and such a step for you and the boys. As scary as it can be...it is all yours and I know that you will make a beautiful home for you all. Don't forget your amazon wish list I am sure you will have subscribers that will want to support you all x

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 💜

@bonsteve123 9 месяцев назад

Your home will be just lovely! Great light in there! Good luck with all the planning, that is the fun part! 👊🏼😍

@barbarabruce7648 10 месяцев назад

🎉 Woohoo 🎉 In your face 💪👏👈😁👉 mr X ! Look at you. I cant believe how quickly you have turned your life around. Life is not how you expected it. It is soooooo much better. Your house is only cosmetic. I think your bathroom is fine. Get one of those hose attachment thingys for hair washing. You can pretty up the bathroom with paint, towels, bathmats and accessories. Done. Sand and polish the wooden floors and throw down lots of rugs. Easier to clean. Im so happy for you. I didnt expect you to buy a home so soon. Hooray my friend😊 🦘🌏🐨🇭🇲

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 9 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@nellybrown9127 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on your new home. You will put your excellent budgeting skills to good use in order to renovate and update your house. Your sensible attitude in knowing you can make do until you can afford the money to change things will prevent getting into unnecessary debt. You can do this.💜

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 💜

@teacupofcents 10 месяцев назад

Great!

@donnabrennan456 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations on your new home. Please do updates on the house. I will enjoy seeing you progressing. Good luck xx

@leemiller9246 9 месяцев назад

Hi Nicola Congratulations on the new house it looks like it has excellent bones. It needs a lot of tlc but paint is a cheap and easy way of refreshing a tired house. The floors look good and would be lovely if you sanded and sealed them. You can hire a sander from any of the big tool hire companies and they are easy to use. A good varnish or stain on the floors would create a really cosy look with rugs on top. IKEA do some good basic carcasses for kitchens and you can always change the doors later if you want to make it look a little fancier. You can so do this Nicola without breaking the bank. Good luck to you and your two boys on a brand new fresh start for you all. Would love to see updates as your progress.

@rebeccaparkin6197 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations Nicola! What fantastic news! The house looks like it will be fabulous given time. I'm so thrilled you are ready to start your next chapter. Decorating stuff is pretty straightforward. My dad was a huge help, but you tube has also been amazing teaching me how to do stuff. I hope you plan to document your rennovation. We moved in July, it needs some work ( not as much as yours is add!) But it is quite daunting. Looking forward to seeing progress over time xx

@abidashah4943 10 месяцев назад

Congrats sweetie on buying your house ❤.home sweet home 🏡 hope u the best 👌. Bless u and family 👪 💖 with joy 😊 peace ✌ 💖 happyness always❤❤❤❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@Bindersandcash19 4 месяца назад

You are such a huge inspiration sweetie❤ long as there is no damp etc you have a lovely solid home❤ there is no place like home❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 4 месяца назад

Thank you 🥰

@helenjeindl524 10 месяцев назад

This is so exciting Nicola, well done. With the decorating don't overwhelm yourself break it all down into bite size pieces, that way each completed job is a win, another little victory. 🥰

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@georginagowland6084 10 месяцев назад

I love it. Just give that kitchen a good clean for now and you will be fine. I couldn't decorate until I had to. It's amazing what you can do if you have to. Good luck. ❤️

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@doodleschucky 10 месяцев назад

Yes please to home update vids. Would be lovely to bring us along on your journey

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Ok ☺️

@Tess-FrugalLiving 10 месяцев назад

I'd LOVE to see some home update videos please 🙂. Ps the floorboards look great. Would you sand and varnish those, rather than put flooring on top? They'd look amazing with rugs for warmth underfoot. Good look with it. We knew no DIY when we bought our house but tackle all kinds of things now. Xxx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Would it make it warmer with carpets though? I have no idea 🙈

@Tess-FrugalLiving 10 месяцев назад

@@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage Most likely. I love the look of floorboards though 😁😂

@sevenjane1 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations on your new house! You'll soon make it into your perfect cosy home. I'd love to see decorating and transformation vlogs x

@cheche2181 8 месяцев назад

Congrats on your new home! 🏠 what an amazing achievement💥☀️I’m not sure if you’re aware of a channel called ‘dainty diaries’ but she does a lot of her own stuff and she’s amazing and lovely. She’s very ‘normal’ but has made her house a home. Good luck and definitely give her channel a view. X❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 8 месяцев назад

I’ll have a look - thank you!

@jacquelinesnailmailmummy 9 месяцев назад

That’s such lovely news!! Congratulations 🥰 😊

@user-we3lc4mc6h 10 месяцев назад

It's lovely. Congratulations.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@thereisatide 10 месяцев назад

I'm always staggered that stoves and carpets are regarded as movable chattels! Those floors would be gorgeous sanded and polished.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Just wondering whether carpets would make it warmer?

@thereisatide 9 месяцев назад

You could always add rugs, which will be cheaper than fitted carpet. Wood floors when you have kids and pets just make life so much easier in terms of cleaning!

@doodleschucky 10 месяцев назад

Wishing you happy times and new memories in your nice new home x

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@user-qe5wx8kd9z 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on your new home. Exciting future for all 3 of you x

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@ingridmarsden8866 10 месяцев назад

Deep admiration for what you have achieved 😊

@victoria7105 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations 👍👍

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@clairegiani4722 10 месяцев назад

Hi Nicola, huge congratulations to you! The house is lush, a perfect blank canvas. Do you have a garden too? I loved the hatch between the kitchen and dining room. Some MSE ideas that came to mind. A way to make a kitchen a bit cheaper - look at getting the kitchen carcases and door fronts seperately, i'd even consider painting what you already have and replacing the kitchen handles in the short term if they are in tired but ok condition. With the rooms, carpet will make it warmer. Its always worth buying decent underlay and going for a cheaper carpet ie on the rolls if that has to be your trade off. Also there are some options on insulation etc from some of the energy companies if your income is low. Def try to see if you can get any help. Am in a similar position to you and in the process of buying an old victorian terrace house and will too be looking for hints and tricks to do it up on a thread of a shoe string. Honestly though for now just give yourself a pat on the back and just breathe through all you've been through! Sending lots of hugs from a fellow mum on a journey.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️ there is a garden, but it’s massively overgrown 🙈

@sandrabryan9106 10 месяцев назад

Well done, I knew you could turn things around for yourself. Congratulations!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@maureenshaw737 10 месяцев назад

That’s wonderful news ❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@marilyngoossens1379 10 месяцев назад

Hi Nicola, there is a lot of work but you can do it as you like and make it your own,and at least it’ll be yours and I’m sure you’ll make it the perfect home for you and your boys,love and hugs ❤️

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@kimdesilva3569 10 месяцев назад

Charming house! Good luck with everything. Well done!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@patkuykendall-weeks2617 10 месяцев назад

Congrats! You are inspiring!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@heather6093 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on your new house which will soon become a home for you and your boys. Our daughter was in a similar situation to you with slightly older children. Probably when there are carpets and flooring down and the heating on, the whole house will be warmer. It's a good size for the three of you. Best wishes and enjoy making it your own. :-)

@creatingbalancefinance 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations! Your house will be beautiful!! We used DIY Kitchens for our kitchen and it was really cheap compared to other options. I went to their showroom to check them out but you can order door samples etc if it’s far away 😊 I film my videos in my kitchen as I like it so much 😂 although I’ve been terrible at filming lately. Wishing you all the very best! Such an exciting time 😊

@lindsayfrost6726 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations. It’s a blank canvas to work on and you will make it a warm comfortable home for you all. X

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

I hope so ☺️

@carolepoupard2624 10 месяцев назад

Well done you 👏 an exciting time for you all. Yes definitely keep posting updates on your forthcoming house renovation. Check out charities or reuse places that stock paint, which are very good, especially if you don't want large pots of paint which you'll not all of it.. Gives you a chance to help the environment and also buy paint which you'd otherwise be unable to afford. Happy decorating. I'm sure once you've carpets, curtains and your furniture in you'll find it's much warmer. Though run the central heating for an hour whilst you're in the throngs of updating your home, you'll work better if you're not too cold. And don't be afraid to ask for help. Good luck. Wishing yourself and your boys all the best in making happy memories in your new home 🏡 xx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the tips 💜

@Scottishgirl754 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations the house is very nice and all for you and your kids Hope this milestone and moving into new year you feel happy and accomplished how far you have come

@user-wu5qb8dj6m 10 месяцев назад

Get an old fashioned shower that fits over the bath taps. My electric shower broke and I got one of those. It was only meant to be a really short term solution until I got a new electric shower. However I loved it and it was much more powerful than the electric shower I had. In the end I used it for years until I replaced the entire bathroom. I still miss it 😂

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

It definitely needs to be near the top of the list of things to buy 🙈😂

@irenebaker8263 9 месяцев назад

Yes please to any home updates!

@sidhukaiser7021 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on buying your own home. Hope everything works well with the refurbishment of the house. Could you do a video on the costs of buying and selling your house.

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@peterleprevost2154 10 месяцев назад

what exciting news. Wishing you everything good as you establish your new nest. It will be lovely to watch your progress. Susan

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@pandabossanna 10 месяцев назад

Amazing news Nicola :) congratulations! The house looks amazing :) there's work to be done but it's still an amazing house imo!

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 💜

@susanxa8158 10 месяцев назад

This is fantastic news 🎉 Congratulations on your new home. I would love to see updates on your home and how you transform it. ❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@monicaram2379 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations!🎊

@CuriousLog2979 9 месяцев назад

Congrats on your new home miss ❤

@ninajohnson6578 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations! I hope you can be warm, cozy and happy in your lovely new home. ❤

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@NanaSaves 9 месяцев назад

So happy to see your new home I’m sure it will be lovely 🥰 can’t wait to see pics xx

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 9 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤️

@susansmit307 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations awesome news and being you did it yourself is awesome. The house has good bones and actually I think the rooms just need paint and the floors are gorgeous I think area rugs will be great. Yes please do house updates as that is such fun to see

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you ☺️

@robyn_southafrica 10 месяцев назад

I'm so stoked for you and your kids Nicola!! Congratulations congratulations CONGRATULATIONS!! All the best with restorations and renovations. 🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😃😃😃❤️❤️❤️❤️

@NicolaatTheFrugalCottage 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 😍