Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Into The Swing



I've had a productive couple of days. One completed softie for Miss H, an apple hair clip for Miss M and an almost stuffed and finished original spaceboy softie. Hopefully, he will be added to my etsy shop in the next day or two. After my previous post I have maintained a bit of momentum in my craft room and I feel great for it. Even if I manage half an hour of cutting or a bit of embroidering throughout the day, I definitely feel better for it.

I have even found time to play around on iPiccy. I have pretty much no idea when it comes to taking and/or editing photos but it's easy to play around with them on this site.

Friday, April 27, 2012

A Kick Start

My commitment to this blog has been nothing but dismal of late. Unfortunately I can't blame computer glitches or a lack of ideas for posts, it's just that ever present inability of mine to maintain balance. I think I do a pretty ok job at being a wife and mummy, no one goes hungry or is dressed in dirty clothes, we arrive when we say we will arrive and I ensure the girls are read to every day, so the important things are covered. And then there is me and some time to myself. Time to myself begins around 8pm and ends with me fast asleep not long after. Before kids I'd happily (and quite easily) stay up late but those nights are long gone. Anyway, I've struck a deal with hubby and have a couple of DAYLIGHT hours to myself each week- hurray! It's the kick I need hopefully too to focus more on sewing, getting some new ideas for designs off the paper cluttering my desk and into reality and maybe even hit the market scene before the year is out. I do have a feeling of dejavu writing this as I began the year with similar goals but hey, it's still only April and I recognise the need for me to do something fulfilling, creatively speaking.
One of the first softie patterns I bought was the delightful Baby Chibi so what better to make a return to sewing than make a baby chibi for my baby Harper. I gave myself what I thought was a realistic deadline given my recent ability to commit to a project and planned to finish this softie for her birthday in early July. I am proud to say she is nearly done, waiting for some stuffing and well ahead of schedule! Here's to a much needed kick start for me and my sewing and sharing bits and pieces along the way!


Thursday, March 15, 2012

House Hunting

We're not on the lookout for a new home but I must admit that I do spend far too many online hours 'just looking.' Plus, house prices are scary right now especially when I think back to what I spent ten years ago and how much more land this house sits on than the majority of houses on the market. 

Me and my iPad can be found most evenings on the couch browsing through the countless images of houzz. (You can visit the website too.) I have my Ideabook filling up with gorgeous pics and interior inspiration and it's a little bit addictive. 

Via Dalani
Have you subscribed to Dalani yet? This site offers stylish furniture and accessories for your home at a discount. You also receive regualar articles via email with inspiration and DIYs.  I haven't purchased anything (yet!) but there is a lot of wonderful choice!

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Norwegian Nursery Design



This time last year I was totally engrossed in nursery blogs in search for inspiration for Miss H's room. My focus was to create a unique room, something fresh and totally new. I immediately fell for this nursery, simplicity of furniture with beautiful details in the wall accessories. I did a post here as soon as I saw it but wasn't sure whether the wall was a painted mural or wall sticker. Turns out it is a wallpaper and the Norwegian designer now ships this wallpaper along with many other nursery-perfect wallpapers and accessories worldwide. Visit Sne Design for some gorgeous nursery inspiration.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Sunday Listening

We went to see Dirty Three in concert the other night. It was the second time I have seen them and they were captivating.

Friday, March 9, 2012

Petit Collage Tutorial


While flicking through magazines and checking out my regular baby/ nursery blogs I often spy a Petit Collage decoration. I am especially fond of their bamboo mobiles and growing range of posters. Recently I came across this tutorial from the creator of Petit Collage. You can print the above templates and create your own animal collage.Create your own designs, do a series or vary the colours of the same animal, lots of options to create a unique decoration.  

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Autumn Inspired

Goodbye Summer, you were a hot one this year. I'm definitely more of a cold and rain person than a scorching sun and hot breeze one. It's hard to escape the heat when both inside and outside are hot but you can always find a heater and hot chocolate in the cooler months.

With Autumn here, what better way to celebrate than adding a few new clothes and accessories to the wardrobe for the cooler days.

Pop Arc Pendant from my newest favourite accessories shop Bauble Bar
Silver Leaf Earrings from Etsy Shop Mint and Bloom

Boyfriend Blazer from Urban Outfitters
Crochet Scarf from Etsy Shop Ayca