The last few weeks have been very busy and sadly distracted me from pottering on my blog.
I signed up to do two online courses. One on how to use Photoshop with Nicole's Classes, and the other a blogging course- Decor8-Blog My way- Intention & Style.
This blog was always a guinea pig design….I needed to start somewhere and learn the basics. And now, after six months of playing, Ive decided I enjoy blogging and I want to learn more and recreate my blog to represent me better.
Each week we are given homework/tasks to improve our blog. We pair up with a partner and critique each others blog. From that feedback we need to make some changes or improvements.
I have added LinkWithin which hopefully will help you find other posts that may be of interest. Very excited about finding that….the things we learn!
Please be patient whilst I change over the template design, and iron out any little problems I might discover along the way. It may take me a few days (or more) to get it all sorted and back to normal and hopefully, easy to read and navigate.
And once Im finished I would love some feedback…
Until then…… I best get busy! Kx
Thursday, 14 November 2013
Monday, 4 November 2013
Girls' Bedroom Dresser-This week's Project!
As of 3pm yesterday afternoon, I became the proud owner of this ugly duckling......
Purchased on Ebay for a mere $30 (and within easy pick up range!!!), this little treasure is soon to have a complete makeover and find a new home in our girls bedroom.
The week before last I wrote this post about decorating our girls room.
Small steps, but Im slowly getting there.
Confetti spots on wall- tick!
Bed/ cot/linen- tick!
Dresser- now ....tick!
Keeping to a strict (and small) budget, I am now on the lookout to find a floor mat or rug and some artwork to complete this room.
Ive been searching on Ebay for a while now trying to find a tallboy/dresser (actually need two-one for our son's room as well) to revamp that we can place in their room for extra storage and somewhere to put some special treasures on. This dresser ticked the box for all requirements (although I would have loved for it to be a smidge taller).
Ive also been spending a bit of time on Pinterest and in magazines looking for fun idea's for our dresser makeover.
The images below are some of my favourites, and if you are in the makeover mode, perhaps their might be something there you like too.
Love the soft pink colour which suits the style of dresser so well. The raw timber detail left untouched as a reminder of what it once was. And how sweet are those confetti spots- nice colour combo! From a store in the US called KNACK Studios. If you are interested in restoring furniture, its worth visiting their blog/online store...very inspiring!
Although this one is being used as a nursery change table, I love the simple cream/white base with the gorgeous gold handwriting that swirls over each drawer. And how sweet are the rose handles in varying pink tones????? Could easily be transformed to be more age appropriate. Click on the link above and check out what a sweet room this is (yes, more beautiful photos!)! PS note coppery-gold confetti spots- Im addicted!
Another nursery change table.... but how fun is the chevron look and colour palette.
Goes to show you can have fun playing with some masking tape and your favourite colours.
I could imagine this would have been a very daggy looking dresser and one that could easily get looked over at a garage sale. But how great does it look painted yellow? Such a happy colour and would brighten up any room!
Two examples of the 'ombre' look.....the first one taking on a more old, distressed style and the second more contemporary. Buy a handful of your favourite colours in sample pots or buy one colour and gradually mix in white to mix your different shades. Pretty!
Purchased on Ebay for a mere $30 (and within easy pick up range!!!), this little treasure is soon to have a complete makeover and find a new home in our girls bedroom.
The week before last I wrote this post about decorating our girls room.
Small steps, but Im slowly getting there.
Confetti spots on wall- tick!
Bed/ cot/linen- tick!
Dresser- now ....tick!
Keeping to a strict (and small) budget, I am now on the lookout to find a floor mat or rug and some artwork to complete this room.
Ive been searching on Ebay for a while now trying to find a tallboy/dresser (actually need two-one for our son's room as well) to revamp that we can place in their room for extra storage and somewhere to put some special treasures on. This dresser ticked the box for all requirements (although I would have loved for it to be a smidge taller).
Ive also been spending a bit of time on Pinterest and in magazines looking for fun idea's for our dresser makeover.
The images below are some of my favourites, and if you are in the makeover mode, perhaps their might be something there you like too.
Love the soft pink colour which suits the style of dresser so well. The raw timber detail left untouched as a reminder of what it once was. And how sweet are those confetti spots- nice colour combo! From a store in the US called KNACK Studios. If you are interested in restoring furniture, its worth visiting their blog/online store...very inspiring!
Goes to show you can have fun playing with some masking tape and your favourite colours.
Perhaps Im being a bit boring but Im in love with this raspberry colour (just by itself) and think I will paint our new dresser, similar to this one. Might try and find some new drawer knobs.
Hopefully next week (or week after next!!) I will have some photos to share of our new dresser!
Have you given a makeover to an old piece of furniture
and given it a second (or third, or fourth) lease of life?
Friday, 25 October 2013
Some Christmas Shopping Favourites for under $100!...and perfect for Posting!
Can you believe that Christmas is all of a few months away?
This time of year always flies past and next thing you know its mid december, stinking hot, Im cranky because I can't find a carpark and trying to juggle Christmas shopping with children.
Hello late night internet shopping! My saviour......
So in the lead up to the weekend (and Christmas!!) I have bundled together some gifts that I have found and earmarked. They are particularly ideal for posting - all being lightweight and small.
I hope to share a few more posts with some more ideas, including some home made options too in the next month.
This time of year always flies past and next thing you know its mid december, stinking hot, Im cranky because I can't find a carpark and trying to juggle Christmas shopping with children.
Hello late night internet shopping! My saviour......
So in the lead up to the weekend (and Christmas!!) I have bundled together some gifts that I have found and earmarked. They are particularly ideal for posting - all being lightweight and small.
I hope to share a few more posts with some more ideas, including some home made options too in the next month.
Natalia Kaftan (Fushia Hearts) from Peggy
How gorgeous is this Kaftan shirt??? I wish they had one in my size!
A gorgeous addition to any little girls wardrobe for spring, summer and autumn!
How gorgeous is this Kaftan shirt??? I wish they had one in my size!
A gorgeous addition to any little girls wardrobe for spring, summer and autumn!
A sentence a Day Journal from Kiki K
I have always loved the idea of a Gratitude Journal, but reality is, over the course of a year I would repeat what Im grateful for quite a few times! Bit boring...
A Sentence A Day Journal does require a daily entry, but what I love about it is that each entry can be about whatever you want. Great for anyone who loves to jot down ideas, thoughts, inspirations and recording memories. And being a sentence gives you no excuse not to complete this daily task. It has space for three years so my thoughts were I would write a sentence for each child for one year. A sentence which highlights something they did or said which made my heart melt.
I have always loved the idea of a Gratitude Journal, but reality is, over the course of a year I would repeat what Im grateful for quite a few times! Bit boring...
A Sentence A Day Journal does require a daily entry, but what I love about it is that each entry can be about whatever you want. Great for anyone who loves to jot down ideas, thoughts, inspirations and recording memories. And being a sentence gives you no excuse not to complete this daily task. It has space for three years so my thoughts were I would write a sentence for each child for one year. A sentence which highlights something they did or said which made my heart melt.
Red Audrey Wallet from Status Anxiety
I just love this wallet and when my current one finally needs replacing, this is the one I would happily take home! If my husband reads this....hint hint xx
I just love this wallet and when my current one finally needs replacing, this is the one I would happily take home! If my husband reads this....hint hint xx
2014 Desk Calender from Anrol Designs
Looking for a fun gift under $15 for someone with a quirky sense of humour?
These make me laugh out loud, cross my legs (!!) and grip my tummy!
I have noticed they can be found on a few websites and cost about $20, so best to buy direct from the Anrol Designs website as they are about $15. Just a tip!
They also have a great range of cards and tea towels.
Looking for a fun gift under $15 for someone with a quirky sense of humour?
These make me laugh out loud, cross my legs (!!) and grip my tummy!
I have noticed they can be found on a few websites and cost about $20, so best to buy direct from the Anrol Designs website as they are about $15. Just a tip!
They also have a great range of cards and tea towels.
Chevron Letterpressed Christmas Cards from Misiu
Who loves divine Christmas cards?
Cant beat these gorgeous letterpressed ones for that super special gift!
Barr-Co Soap available from Tabletonic
Another stocking filling or party kris kringle gift that is
inexpensive yet oozes luxury and happy thoughts!
Who loves divine Christmas cards?
Cant beat these gorgeous letterpressed ones for that super special gift!
Barr-Co Soap available from Tabletonic
Another stocking filling or party kris kringle gift that is
inexpensive yet oozes luxury and happy thoughts!
Blue pompom Clutch available from Tabletonic
A fun and inexpensive clutch (or make up bag) for a girlfriend or sister who loves a bit of Boho and colour!
Watermelon Turkish Towel from Hammamas
I am a huge fan of these turkish cotton towels. Super summery, available in a beautiful range of colours (deciding which colour is very hard!!!) and not only are they the perfect accessory poolside or at the beach they make great sarongs, baby wraps, bed throws, bathroom hand towels and table cloths.
They are also perfect for that beach holiday which requires travelling and limited space-
they are lightweight and compact!
Shop around for other sites- I found mine on Temple & Webster. They were reduced quite a bit and Ive noticed they have relisted the sale a few times so worth joining up (if not already a member) and keeping eyes open!
Attention fellow Instagrammers-
A fun gift to post to loved ones far away (or near) are these great magnets
made from photos from your instagram collection.
Its a nice way to use those great snaps taken throughout the year
and share them. Easy to order online.
About $15 for nine magnets which are roughly the size of the pics on iPhone.
Perhaps use them to make some homemade Christmas cards!
Another fun instagram project are these posters made up of instagram images.
Buff & Shine Shoe Polishing Kit from Little Nest
Finally, one for the blokes! A great compact shoe buffing kit that takes up minimal space in the linen cupboard or in a suitcase.
Check out Little Nest's online store for other great gift ideas!
Hope these few ideas have helped motivate and inspire that Christmas shopping list!
Have a great weekend!!!
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