Wondrous wallpaper

I just adore wallpaper. It instantly transforms any space, but my two favourite places to use wallpaper is in a guest loo or a children’s bedroom. Mostly because these are normally fun, less serious spaces. Hello Pretty stocks some really unique, fun and reasonably priced wallpapers, amongst other things. When looking at their wallpapers be […]

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Gorgeous Green

  Ever since I can remember green has always been my favourite colour. I think it might be the calmness of it, the way it automatically reminds me of nature and symbolizes life. I like to work with green as there is always that perfect shade that will compliment any scheme. Some call green the […]

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Facebook love

I have recently acquired a facebook page and would absolutely love it if you could show your support by clicking on ‘like’.  image via here   In the meantime I will be scouring the web for the beautiful and covetous in an effort to live life beautifully!

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Family friendly decorating tips

via here     It’s so sad when families hold off on decorating until their children are older, making do with ratty post-dorm furniture for years after its expiration date due to their fear of  new items being destroyed.    The fact is that there are many ways in which you can create a home that […]

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Maison Rika – Amsterdam

Today I am featuring beautiful guesthouse Maison Rika located in the “nine streets” district of vibey Amsterdam.    Surrounded by canals, this kind of accommodation would qualify as more boutique hotel than guesthouse in my books. The interiors were designed by Rika founder Ulrika Lundgren and very cleverly combines the fashionable style of the brand’s shop across the street with simple, small living spaces. […]

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Up in the air somewhere

  Today I am coveting these uniquely elegant pieces in Susan Dwyer’s gorgeous ceramics and papier-mâché line, Up in the Air Somewhere.   Christmas is not far off and this gold trimmed platter (below) will definitely be going on my list for Santa.     You can shop for these and other pieces in her Etsy shop, have fun!

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Walk-in Wonderland

  I don’t know many girls whose dream home does not feature a walk-in closet. In fact I don’t think I know a single one.   My dressing dream currently is a room all in white (this will be practical because no messy boys or animals are allowed) with subtle touches of crystal here and there to adorn […]

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G. Bruce Design

  Spring is peeking it’s pretty little head out and to get you in the mood for the season, I decided to do a post on G. Bruce Design.   I just love this Swedish creative studio’s sophisticated floral prints inspired by the French countryside.   This motif began as a watercolor painting by graphic designer Gunilla Bruce and […]

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Ancient Greek sandals

    We are welcoming back Spring on Saturday which means Summer is just around the corner.  This makes me extremely excited as I’ve never been a fan on layers and wool makes me itch. So bring on the summer wardrobe!   One of the trends I have noticed in the sunnier parts of the world, are Greek sandals.   Now, apart […]

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