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I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
I have been travelling full-time. long-term. I love architecture and renovating houses l live in. I am an Artist Designer and photographer. I enjoy museums and meeting other people along my journey.
My next destination:
France - from Oct 2025 View all
Description
Hello,
I am an Irish ☘️ and Welsh 🏴 mature woman.My mother tongue is English and I am learning French .
I have lots of experience volunteering and have done so for over a year in 2023 & 2024. l have a broad range of experience in renovation , interior design and garden maintenance .
Please read my profile and view my photos to see my skills and reviews.
I have designed and renovated my own properties in Ireland.l'm currently in between properties and have been taking time out to travel and volunteer. I’m eager to help with your projects, sharing as well as learning new skills.
I'm an Artist, designer and photographer by profession.I have also taught art classes / workshops and community projects for many years in Ireland and sometimes where l travel.
I have a full clean Irish drivers license. 🚘
l am a none smoker and therefore need to be in a non smoking / vaping household.
If you would like to discuss a project, please don’t hesitate to contact me.Some of my work is more specialised and l will negotiate an extra fee before l arrive .l can also offer design ideas, drawings and design solutions at an extra negotiated fee agreed before l arrive if this is something you are interested in discussing.
Looking forward to hearing from you.🙂
Interests
Pets
Farming
Beach
Yoga / Wellness
Performing arts
Sustainability
Fitness
Carpentry
Self development
Writing
Technology
Music
History
Events & social
Cooking & food
Drawing & painting
Hiking
Mountain
Culture
Nature
Outdoor activities
Books
Videography
Languages
DIY & crafts
Gardening
Photography
Plant care
Art & design
Architecture
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I have taught English online.I have spent a while in France and l enjoy trying to speak French while l am there.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
House sitting
Some knowledge of:
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Able to teach about:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Languages
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
Interior design renovation : I have designed and renovated my own houses.
l can use all types of power tools.
•I have experience in woodworking, tiling, painting, decorating and designing.
l'm an artist and painter. l'm experienced with choosing the types of paints and materials needed for a painting/ decoration job.Mixing, applying colour theory and techniques.I have painted my property's, interior and exterior.
Gardening: l have had my own gardens and have maintained gardens.I have done a lot of clearing to create and landscape new gardens.I can use petrol lawnmowers, strimmers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers and all gardening hand tools.
I have propagated seeds/ plants, cultivated plants and designed and planted plants.
I have had my own vegetable gardens and generally have a good knowledge of plants, composting, organic and permaculture gardens.
I have practical experience with animals, generally having cats and dogs as pets.
I am a mother of 3 boys who are now adults and independent.
l have a postgraduate in Digital Arts and Humanities ,Honours degree in Fine Art and Art & Design diploma's.l am an Artist, designer and photographer by profession. l have taught workshops in the community.Currently l am looking to apply all my knowledge and skills to DIY property development and gardening.
If you have specific skills for a project we can discuss via a phone call. l look forward to hearing from you.🙂
Age
51
What else ...
I'm an independent solo traveller who is respectful, honest, kind and polite. I am a mature woman who is independent, practical and resourceful. I am diligent and hard working.
I’m a mother of three sons, who are now adults and independent. l now have the opportunity to explore and enjoy new experiences.
My main interests are in architecture, interior design renovation and gardening. I love the processes of design and transformation.
In general, l like meeting new people. l'm adaptable, enjoy learning new skills, having interesting conversations that can inspire and create connections.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Penicillin and sensitive to unnatural scented plugins /candle sents. I am fine with natural forms.Special dietary requirements
l try stay away from wheet and processed foods.
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l enjoyed my short stay with Hugh.He will welcome you into his Irish farm house where you will expirence rural living.
l was always asked if l needed anything and made feel at home. Hugh is very knowledgeable about local and Irish history as… read more
Zenda has deep knowlege and extensive experience of renovating and refurbishing buildings. Because of this experience I asked her to project manage various painting projects, a bedroom in the house, a cottage, and design work. She is very organised and… read more
Zenda is a multi tasker with many strings to her bow, and we wish she could have stayed longer, and can highly recommend her to be a lovely guest in every way.
The location is at the hart of West Cork country life, homegrown veg from fork to plate. There are lots of hill walking opportunities right on your doorstep. The nearest village is Durrus, 40… read more
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l enjoyed my short stay with Hugh.He will welcome you into his Irish farm house where you will expirence rural living.
l was always asked if l needed anything and made feel at home. Hugh is very knowledgeable about local and Irish history as… read more
Zenda has deep knowlege and extensive experience of renovating and refurbishing buildings. Because of this experience I asked her to project manage various painting projects, a bedroom in the house, a cottage, and design work. She is very organised and… read more
Zenda is a multi tasker with many strings to her bow, and we wish she could have stayed longer, and can highly recommend her to be a lovely guest in every way.
The location is at the hart of West Cork country life, homegrown veg from fork to plate. There are lots of hill walking opportunities right on your doorstep. The nearest village is Durrus, 40… read more
