StephieB

Time to...

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tango!

Yes, it's all about orange in 2012, so...

whether it's bold -

Via: HomezAppliances and Ask Home Design

or a little more subtle -

Left hand side: Design Evolution and on the right: Apartment Therapy and Oh So Lovely Vintage

or teamed with white -

Clockwise from the top left: Love Live Survive Home, Martha Stewart, Employ Scoop, Tiffany Aicklen Blog and Love Live Survive Home

or a colour such as aqua -

Images via: Bow Ties and Bliss, Bright Bold and Beautiful, Karen Combs and Tutti i Fiori Studio

yellow -

Top row: Arhzine and Martha Stewart and along the bottom: Martha Stewart, Kitchen Furniture Info and Hostess with the Mostess

purple -

Images via: All About You, Wedding Savvy, free wallpapers for you, Dooby Design and Oh So Beautiful Paper

or, of course, my favourite, pink!

Across the top: The Lennox.com and Sweet Tooth and bottom row: Hostess with the Mostess and Etsy

why not channel your inner Oompa-Loompa and get some orange into your life today?!

Hope your Wednesday is citrussy,
Stephie x

With a Knick - Knack....

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Image via here

Paddywax!

Makers of the loveliest soy wax candle collections, including -

"Eco"

and -

"Woodland"

as well as -

"Home"

and -

"Journey of The Bee"

I think these just might be my most favourite candles ever!

Of course, it wouldn't be a StephieB post without playing favourites. It's a toss up between -

"Wanderlust"

and -

"Library"

Choices! Choices!

Hope your Wednesday is wonderful,
Stephie x

In very exciting news...

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today I have a special guest post about quirky spaces - right up my alley - enjoy!

Hi there! I'm Jessica, a writer for Arcadian Lighting. Every day I get to write about the latest interior design trends and the lighting fixtures that go with them. I'm delighted to be sharing some inspiring, quirky interiors. It's easy to forget that our homes should make us happy, and there's nothing wrong with going for the bright colors or unusual furniture that you love. I hope these rooms inspire you to try something different!

This cozy corner in a child's room is a wonderfully functional and quirky space. Part reading nook, part storage, the striped cushions add a playful touch to an already bright and energetic room.

Vibrant green and pink make an interesting, but very fresh pair in this bedroom vingette. The knit pillow adds an extra bit of quirky humor.

Beautiful chinoserie wall coverings and a mini wooden boat full of antique lanterns make this hallway and dining room a quirky, whimsical space. I love the Chinese lantern-esque pendant light and the soft grey and pink color palette.

A restroom is a pretty unusual place to decorate like a trendy, stylish art gallery, but the pale grey wall color combined with bright yellow fabric transforms this room into a cool space.The gold accents and ornate frames add a bit of luxurious.

Bright artwork and ample space keep this dining room current and very quirky. The bright, contemporary colors look fresh and lively against the all-white room. The exaggerated pendant lights must look brilliant at night.

The unconventional colors and patterns in this dining room are certainly quirky, but beautiful. The collection of porcelain vases make a charming, unexpected centerpiece in this room. And the organic-looking chandelier is simply awesome.

A shocking lime green wall color isn't the only feature that makes this bathroom quirky. Unusual flooring and bright accessories certainly make the room feel like a fun and child-friendly place.

Here's another example of an unusual choice of flooring that helps make a room fun and quirky. The bright shade of blue builds a great contrast with the white. I just love the blown-glass light fixtures and the wallpapered ceiling.

Images 1| 2| 3| 4| 5 | 6| 7| 8

Aren't these quirky spaces cool? Be sure to check out Arcadian Lighting to find fantastic lighting fixtures to create your own quirky space!

Thanks so much Jessica and happy Wednesday everyone,
Stephie x

This weekend...

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It's my birthday!

"Time to Drink Champagne" print available from Not On The High Street

Well, maybe I'll just stick to the champagne part!

Hope your weekend will be bubbly too,

Stephie x

Some...

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whimsical -

wire -

creations -

for you -

on a Wednesday!

Aren't they beautiful? I'd love one of each! Available from DeBeauxSouveniers.

Hope your week is weaving along nicely, Stephie x

Going...

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global!

No - not me - but Julian - who has just headed off overseas on a school trip. Lucky boy!

Maps -

fun black and white text -

and labelling -

as well as some beautiful -

paper globes -

were used to create -

a fun travel themed get together -

to wish him well and send him on his way -

Happy travels baby boy of mine -

will miss you!

Stephie x

PS - as luck would have it NIB have a global theme this month so this is my entry - fingers crossed!

May your...

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Image via: doublefunparties

be sparkly!

Here's to health and happiness and to dreams coming true.

See you all next year,

Stephie x

Most merriest...

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via Blacklist Studios

of Christmasses to you!

Stephie x

Time for...

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a -

quick -

lesson in -

ichthyology!

And when fish look as beautiful as these articulated fish paper dolls by The Filigree maybe you might be tempted -

to start your own school!

So there it is, some fun with fish for you on a Friday, and, for those of you that may have been keeping tabs, that's twenty - five letters down, ONE to go!

I hope your weekend goes swimmingly,
Stephie x

Baby...

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I -

"Antler" tree

want to -

Image Via : homecreat

trim -

I love this idea!

your -

Cool plywood tree

beautiful -

A great way to put your books to good use!

Christmas -

or maybe you would prefer this one?

Tree!

Some quirky takes on the traditional for you on a Friday - just in case you are like me and have yet to do anything on the tree front. Maybe one of these might inspire you!

May your weekend be festive,
Stephie x

I have to admit...

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that when it comes to Christmas decorating I am usually pretty disorganised!

This year though -

thanks to -

the latest -

NIB Challenge -

things are -

on the improve -

So that's Advent covered - just the rest of the house to go now!

Most happiest of Mondays to you,
Stephie x

Once upon a time...

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tucked away in a sweet Sydney suburb, lived a very lonely and neglected -

Help!

little shop!

As luck would have it, the lovely Connie chanced upon said shop and, even luckier for me, I was given the opportunity to help transform the space into her new design studio - how I love my job!

We decided upon, as you may have already guessed, a bird theme using back and white and yellow as our colour scheme. We also incorporated vintage finds including a most excellent mirror that Connie had found on the side of the road.

The result is -

Black and white set the background to a bird themed centre piece and yellow highlights

a fresh -

Lots of paper birds and recycled medicine vials set amongst white spray painted branches

contemporary -

Simple white shelves and a collection of frames transform another wall within the space

space -

More birds and some of Connie's gorgeous rings

from which Connie now works and sells her beautiful handmade jewellery.

Our favourite piece!

And, with that, it's bye bye birdie for now!

May your weekend be chirpy,
Stephie x

PS Feel free to click on any of the images to enlarge them for a closer look!

Blackbird...

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Beautiful sculptural pieces

fly!

Some lovely -

For your walls

decorating ideas -

For when you need a seat!

using -

Lovely ceramics for your table

all manner of -

To make a celebration special

birdies black!

So very sweet and stylish!

Happy Wednesday,
Stephie x

Sculptural pieces - jba design, Thought Patterns and A Perfect Kind of Day

For your walls - decor4all and wheresnick

When you need a seat - Beyond The Front Door, modernizmo and homedit

Lovely ceramics - Bailey Doesn't Bark, (m)art Design Store and I Need Mom!

To celebrate - pinterest, Etsy and OneWed

Time for some...

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ornithology

this week and starting with -

the gorgeous -

"Alouette"
collection of lamps and lights -

from the French design studio
Atelier Areti.

Tres chic, n'est pas?!

Happy Monday,
Stephie x

Tonight...

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Image via here

I am off to Julian's Performing Arts Night at school. Whilst he has been playing the piano for a little over ten years, he has only been playing the tuba for a little over ten days - should be interesting!

Here's to a musical Wednesday,
Stephie x

Shaken...

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not stirred!

Some -

super sweet -

snow globes -

for you -

on a Friday!

available from the lovely people at West Elm.

For most of us not living in the Northern Hemisphere this is about as close as we will get to having snow at Christmas. How very thoughtful of them therefore to be currently offering half price shipping.

Yes, there will be snow at ChezB this year - I bet you can't guess which one is on its way!

May your weekend be wonderful,
Stephie x

"X" ....

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marks the spot!

I don't know about the rest of you, but I love a good pirate - think Johnny Depp - so today I thought I'd share with you some particularly stylish pirate products from the awesome people at 826 Valencia.

From fantastic -

posters -

for your walls -

to all sorts of other -

interesting paraphernalia -

all your swashbuckling needs are covered at this one stop pirate shop!

My favourite piece though is this amazing print -

I love it! Surely I can find a spare wall for it?

I am a big fan of the 826 National. I have both the "Advancement of Time" and "Vintage Time Travel" series of posters from 826LA at my place and they look fantastic. 826 National are a not for profit organisation which is dedicated to helping children in America improve their writing skills. They have eight locations across the states, each of which features a different retail experience. Profits from all sales are put back into the organisation - nice!

Happy Wednesday - maybe I have tempted you into releasing your inner buccaneer?

Aaaaargh,
Stephie x
All images via 826 Valencia

"V" is for....

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Image via Very Important things

vexolology!

Whether they grace an indoor space -

Images via: Flickr, Shelter Pop, Elle Decor, Shelter Pop and Haus and Home

are turned into homewares -

Across the top: classic.casual.home and Haus and Home; along the bottom: Pebbles to Sand, Pebbles to Sand and Haus and Home

or are used to make a cake -

Images via: Grey Likes Weddings and Herriotgrace

or table setting -

Left hand side: straws available from here and, on the right: "Yay!" flag and Omiyage

something above the ordinary, flags are a lot of fun when it comes to decorating.

My favourite type of flags though are those of the bunting variety.

Indoors -

Creature Comforts

or out -

Clockwise from the top left: Not on the High Street, Bay Tree Interiors, Unabashed Bliss, Kate Landers Events and Planet Stencil Library

They are such a simple yet effective way to turn things simple -

Top row: Oh! Crafts and Imprintables, Bottom row: Wedding Bee and Cabbages and Roses

into those which are truly special.

Happy weekend and I hope you enjoyed having a little fun with flags on this very sunny Friday!

Stephie x

Almost...

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Kevvie and me, StephieB!

famous!

Ikea was a lot of fun last Friday - it was good to catch up with the family over meatballs and pick up some sweet things for Christmas.

The most fun of all though was being able to pose for the cover of your very own Ikea Catalogue which was yours to take home with you. What a cool idea!

And, if you too like the idea of gracing the cover of a magazine, the good news is that there is still time to make it happen - you just need to visit Ikea Tempe this weekend. I guess it helps to live in Sydney too!

Happy Wednesday,
Stephie x

Another month...

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another -

fun -

challenge from -

the wonderful team -

at -

NIB!

As I am sure you would have guessed by now -

November's challenge -

is all about bedrooms!

And, of course -

our bedroom wouldn't be complete without our lovely monkey friend!

Most magical of Mondays to you,
Stephie x

Earlier this year...

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a certain gorgeous girl was very excited to be celebrating her eighth birthday -

And, in true "girly" fashion, a horse theme was requested.

I could not believe my luck when I found some super cool horse wrapping paper and, from there -

a pink, aqua -

and white -

horse party came to life -

making said birthday girl very happy indeed!

And that's a wrap for this equine related week!

I am signing off early today as I am heading off to go shopping. Sydney's first full sized Ikea opened yesterday. It's 2.5km from the entry to the exit - Retail Therapy and a workout all in one - what more could a girl want?!

May your weekend be wonderful,
Stephie x

Giddyup!

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This week it's all about "The Race That Stops A Nation" (quite literally!) here in Australia and so, as a tribute to things equine, today I thought I'd share some rather amazing contemporary rocking horses.

They can be colourful in plastic -

The Daily Buzz

kidsmodern

or look beautiful in timber -

Inhabitots

kidsmodern

And whether they are more literal -

Blue Badger

furnications

sculptural -

If It's Hip, It's Here

designwagen

or abstract -

The Alternative Consumer

in appearance, I am sure that they would make a great talking point in anyone's home.

Now I know that I am usually a girl who prefers her things vintage but I have to admit that I am a little smitten with these and I hope you like them too!

Happy, happy Wednesday,
Stephie x

Mirror, mirror...

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Image via here

Lovely as stand alone pieces -

Top row: Remodelista and Rachel Covets, bottom row: Winston's Roost, Remodelista and Gap Interiors

or displayed as a collection -

Images via: Thrifty Fun, Flickr, Rachel Covets and Home Shopping Spy

vintage mirrors can make quite the decorating statement!

They look beautiful in bedrooms -

On the left: First Sense and to the right: My Sparrow and Home Shopping Spy

and bathrooms -

Pinterest, My Sparrow and Decor Pad

as well as entrances -

Left hand side: My Sparrow and on the right: Home Shopping Spy and I Want I Want I Want

living areas -

Images via: Flickr, A Beach Cottage and Remodelista

and other special nooks around the home -

Design Sponge, That Beat That My Heart Skipped and Winston's Roost

Vintage mirrors also can be quite a talking point when used in ways unexpected, whether it be in smaller groupings -

Left hand side: Windsor at Tyron Village and on the right: Miss Sew & So and Pretty Mom Guide

or on a grander scale -

Images via: Apartment Therapy, en Route and Poppytalk

I have collected quite a few vintage mirrors over the years and I love having them displayed around my home. Maybe there are those of you out there that also have your own collections, or maybe you now feel inspired to start collecting!

Happy Wednesday and remember -

"Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he thinks into it."

Ernest Holmes

Stephie x

Whimsical wallpapers....

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"Christopher"

for you -

"Aleister Crowley"

on a -

"Cattle Kate"

Wednesday!

I have been an admirer of the "Grow House Grow!" wallpapers for a little while now and I love that Katie has just released her 2011 "Time Line" collection -

"Hotel Fantome"

"Ode to the Unhasty"

"Chochin"

What I love even more is that each design has a story behind it, my favourite being "Ms Ward" -

a tribute to a rather wonderful woman with a passion for science.

The thing that I love most of all though is that I have just ordered some samples for my place -

"Captain Smith"

so watch this space!

Even if wallpapering a wall really isn't your thing, the samples are a good size and would look rather lovely when framed- so maybe you could set up your own little gallery?!

Hope your Wednesday is wonderful,
Stephie x

Time to take a look at...

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teepees!

Always a popular feature in kid's rooms -

Images via: Creamy Life, Remodelista and Living Etc.

teepees can also make a rather stylish addition to a more adult space -

Top row: Classic Bride and Sara's Party Perfect; bottom row: Feather and Nest and Creamy Life

They look great in the garden -

Clockwise from the top left: Project Wedding, Remodelista, Poddleblog and Flickr

and can provide support for plants -

Images from: Smart Jane's Thoughts, Deirdre's Garden Diary, iheartfarms, Mutiny in the Garden and Kennedy's Victory Garden and Life

or a home for birds -

On the left: Floral Bird Teepee and to the right: Eco Friendly Bird Feeding Station and Frank Lloyd Wright "TeePee" Birdhouse

They can take on a real sculptural quality when made out of sticks -

Via: Manana, travelpod and 123RF

or when lit up against the night sky -

Via: Jonathan Tolhurst, Three Eggs and Creamy Life

Teepees can be the source of inspiration for decorator items for your home -

Teepee style lamps and Teepee teatowel available from Etsy seller Lineacarta

or your walls -

"Fancy Living" Print by Kelli Murray, "TeePee" digital art available from Puffed Peonies and "Teepee For Two" fine art print via thispapership

and can add style to your celebration -

Clockwise from the top: Ruffled, Utterly Engaged, Ruffled, papa kata and English Wedding

In fact, some teepees look so good -

Left hand side: Upside Down and Inside Out and to the right: Mesh and Lace and Three Eggs

that they almost make me want to spend more time outdoors - I said almost!

So there you have it, a little pow wow about wig wams for you on a Wednesday!

Stephie x

It's all about...

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balance at this "Libran" time of the year and so lets take a look at scales!

Scales can be -

 vintage reminders of days in the kitchen -

Images via: Moxiethrift, Passed By, Living The Sweet Life, Epochco and Feather and Branch

or of days when work was a little more gentle in pace -

Clockwise from the top left: The Bees Knees Vintage, Ethanollie, Emily Thayer, scarletbegoniavntg and Capt Kodak

They make great retro pieces -

Top row: Family Feedbag and Style Hive; Bottom row: Whorange, Flyingace and This Next

and also look rather fetching when given a modern twist -

Top row: Style Hive and This Next; Along the bottom: Retro To Go and Chambermade

Scales make for a lovely display at home -

On the left: Compulsively Compiled and to the right: Paper Pastries and Tattered Style

or at a special occasion-

Images via: The Sweetest Occasion, The Savvy Bride, Lovely Clusters and The Found Blog

When you think about it they really are a versatile little piece. Perhaps the only time that I don't really like scales around is when -

Vintage bathroom scales via: Marybeth Hale, Suzincolo and Agave

they remind me that I have been enjoying my food too much!

So there you have it, some whimsy with weights for you on a Wednesday!

Stephie x

PS: A big shout to Naomi - most happiest of birthdays to you lovely cousin of mine!

Some...

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Sunshine Yellow Large Oval Frame via Retro Pops

fun -

Vintage Pyrex Yellow Daisy Cinderella Bowl Set available from sassboxclassics

fresh -

Vintage Yellow Rotary Phone by Soviet Vintage

sunny -

"Sail" Embroidery Hoop Art by Merriweather Council

yellow -

"Bigger Boat" screen print from Mengsel Design

finds -

Yellow Phrase vinyl decal from Danni's Yellow Pop Up Shop - I already have some of these heading my way!

 for you on a Friday!

Happy weekend and don't forget to - 

"Do What You Love" print by Letter Happy

Stephie x

What do you get...

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when you are asked to deck out a space for a boy who loves yellow and all things horse related? 

One very sweet bedroom- 

created by me -

 StephieB!

My client is most pleased with his new room, as am I. His mum is pretty happy too which is always a plus when doing kids' spaces. A good result all round methinks!

Happy, happy Wednesday,

Stephie x

And it was all...

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Image via: Ruffled

yellow!

As many of you would be well aware, when it comes to colour, it's usually all about pink for me. Lately though, there has been a lot of yellow in my life and so this week, yes, it's all about yellow!

Yellow can make a chair cheerful -

On the left: via Happy Camper and, to the right: Apartment Therapy and Interior Design News

 or a kitchen -

Images via: Kitchen Design, Home Designing, Davinong and Cabinets for Kitchen

or living space sunny -

To the left: Flickr and on the right: InteriOriginal and Kunz Design

Yellow can bring a bathroom to life -

Images via: InteriOriginal, House Interior Design and Practical Decorating

and make a bedroom for the young -

Images via: Flickr, Dana Home and Modern Interior Home Decoration Ideas

or the young at heart fresh and fabulous -

Left hand image: Dana Home, right hand images: House Stuff Works

Yellow can form part of a subtle celebration -

Clockwise from the top left: Style Me Pretty, Once Wed, Love and Lavender, The Sweetest Occasion and Wedding Wire

or make your party pop -

Clockwise from the top left: Alaska Bride and Groom, Style Me Pretty, Urbanity Studios and Hostess with the Mostess

All in all when you take a good look at it, yellow really knows how to make a statement. Maybe you could introduce a little of it into your surrounds too?!

Hugs and a happy Monday to you,

Stephie x

Sometimes...

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things just don't go according to plan and so... 

with a view to visiting all things yellow next week, today leave you with these quirky -

Available from Lark End Design

and -

Image via: Retrovertigo

oddly appealing (to me anyway) -

"After The Feast Comes The Reckoning" from The Found Retail

vintage -

"When The Cat's Away" Mugshot available from here

mugshot posters.

Just a little bit of fun with faces for you on a Friday - the last one is my favourite!

Happy weekend and, stay out of trouble, unless, of course, you fancy a personalised poster of your own!

Stephie x

Goodness me...

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"The Girl Who Loves Spring" by Paola Zakimi

I can't believe it's been such a long time between posts and that spring is already here! It's just my favourite time of the year. I love that the sun is warm, that there is colour in the garden and that the smell of freesias fills the air. 

I am looking forward to catching up with you all to see what you have been up to and getting back to regular posting. Thanks for all your sweet comments on my last post, I really appreciated them all.

May your weekend be wonderful and see you next week when I'll be taking a look at all things yellow,

Stephie x

Time for...

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"Road Trip with RoRo and Ronald" by Poppopportaits

a little break!

After a year of blogging - where does the time go?! - I have decided to take some "Annual Leave". 

I have had such a great time putting together my posts and I feel so blessed to have been able to "meet" such wonderful people from all over the globe. Thankyou everyone for all your support and for all the wonderful comments you leave - reading them makes me feel so happy! 

See you soon,

Stephie x

Let's do...

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lunch!

And what better way to bring yours than in a vintage lunchbox?!

They look great galvanised -

Antique pieced tin lunchbox, vintage Sterling tin miner's lunchbox with timber bale handle, vintage metal Handy Andy lunchbox with leather strap and vintage Thermos dome lunchbox

in basic black -

Vintage metal industrial lunchbox, vintage metal domed lunchbox and vintage workman's tin lunchbox

or, with a painted or enamelled finish -

Vintage Corsage metal lunchbox, vintage French enamel lunchbox and French miner's lunchbox

They are rather fetching in plaid -

Vintage plaid lunchboxes from vintagefiftyfour, 4TheLoveofVintage and Tiny Victories

and super cute when designed with little girls -

Vintage Little Dutch Miss lunchbox, vintage Raggedy Ann and Andy lunchbox and vintage 1979 Holly Hobbie lunch box

and boys in mind -

Vintage tin farm lunchbox, vintage 30s 40s Kids Cowboy lunchbox and vintage metal lunchbox with travel theme

Of course, I'll take one in pink -

Image via Shabby Chicks

and I am so buying this one for my husband -

Available form here

given that we call him the Cookie Monster here at ChezB!

Of course, vintage lunchboxes don't just have to be used for food. They make great decorating items and can be used for storing away bits and pieces. They would even be quite sweet used at a wedding or birthday for favours or for guests to leave messages in - lovely!

Happy Wednesday and "Bon Appetit!"
Stephie x

I do believe...

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that -

On the left: Typewriter Alphabet Chart and to the right: "Dream" art print by cjprints and notecards from Butch Craft

Courier New -

Top row: "Grazie" handstamped notes and typography typewriter stickers available from The Kraft Room; Bottom row: "Hello There" notecard set and typewriter cards from yesteacher

is the -

For the quirky: prints by Nan Lawson, Crafts and Dogs and Antique Graphique

new -

I love these! All available from eebee. I am sure I can find a space at ChezB for one more print!

"Black"!

Hope your weekend is "fontastic",
Stephie x

PS In other exciting news, you may remember that I entered the NIB Summer Challenge. I didn't make the finals but my entry was one of those featured on their blog. You can see it here. I am pretty chuffed! x

What's your...

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type!

Over recent months, I have noticed that vintage typewriters have become quite popular and why not I say when they look great as -

stand alone pieces -

Image credits: The Haystack Needle, Pet Peoples Place and 123RF

when collected and displayed around the home -

Images via: Poetic Home, Strikethru and San Antonio de Areco

 or in any colour that might tickle your fancy -

Typewriters in blue, red, green, orange, yellow and pink

They have become somewhat a star attraction at weddings -

Top row: Super Gifr Place and Saddleworth Shindigs and along the bottom: The Stockman Diaries and A Practical Wedding

and can feature in fun pieces of art -

Print by Nat Smith Illustration, "Typewriter of my Memories" print by Orange Optimist and Royal Typewriter pen and ink illustration by Nan Lawson

Their components can even be used to create quirky wearables -

Large Shift Key Black and White Typewriter Key Cufflinks, Vintage Typewriter Key Locket , Steampunk ring and vintage style personalised Typewriter Monogram Necklace

Who'd have thought that vintage typewriters could be so versatile! It makes me so happy to see objects deemed obsolete given a whole new lease on life.

Hope your Wednesday is wonderful,
Stephie x

Sometimes you just can't see the forest for the...

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trees!

This weekend is all about planting trees here in Australia and so today, I thought I'd take a look at our leafy friends.

Trees serve to remind us of the seasons -

"The Softest Sky" metallic photography print by Shaded Memories, "Canopy" photographic print by Photo Ladz, "Green is Gold" print by sightclutter and "Winter Tree" by thequietcanadian

and can help you to feel as though you are flying -

Left hand side: High heels and Diet Dr. Pepper and on the right: Gear Patrol and Sweet Eventide

they can provide a means to while away the hours -

Clockwise from the top left: Got Art?, 123RF, Writing as Jo(e) and sfgirlbybay

or to lose yourself to your imagination -

Image credits: 14905 South 46th St, Our Year at the Farm and Jason Silver

they can create a perfect backdrop for dining whether it's a simple picnic -

Images via: sfgirlbybay, B&B in progress and Superstock

or something more elaborate -

On the left: The Design Tabloid and sfgirlbybay; in the centre: The Design Tabloid and on the right: Country Living

Trees can even remind us of our "roots" -

Custom Family Trees by genuinely yours, cozyblue and PBJandJ

and remember -

"A man doesn't plant a tree for himself. He plants it for posterity."

Alexander Smith

Happy, happy weekend to you,

Stephie x

Crochet that's...

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outside -

Image credits: Design Buzz, David Byrne's Journal, Loola and the Big Bad Wolf and bonluxat

the -

Images via: Craftzine, Xaxor.com, materialicious and Heaven/Haven

square!

Images via: VisualiseUs, The Ever Dazzling and Wool & Tea

Some more wizardry with wool for you on this wintery Wednesday. I couldn't just make it all about knitting now could I?!

Stephie x

Some...

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fun -

Super cute knitted creatures by Donna Wilson

fabulous -

Amazing knitted sculptures by Patricia Brown

and funky -

Image via Flickr

knitted finds -


"Yarn Bombing" images via Rhetoriqueline.com and The House That Lars Built

for you -

"Knitting" fine art print by Little Types; "Difficult Knitting" and "For The Child Only The Best" prints by Lineanongrata

on a -

On the left: Knitted Installation via Knit 1 Purl 1 and to the right: "Guerilla Knitting" and "Knitting Machine"

Friday!

"Knitty, knitty" print by ashleyg and "Knitting" letterpress linocut prints via pspress

Hope you have enjoyed the "knitty gritty" on knitting this week!

Have a "purler"* of a weekend,
Stephie x

* Thanks Auntie Mary!