Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Wonder...
walls!
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| "Spring Laurel" |
the ever so talented Shanna Murray has just updated her shop with new decals. No need for words, I will let the pictures do all the talking -
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| "Seed Garland" |
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| "Darcy" Mirror Kit |
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| "Woodland Garland" |
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| "Mayapple Garland" |
Make sure you stop by to have a look, I am sure that you will be more than -
Truly gorgeous - don't you think?!
Happy Wednesday,
Stephie x
Monday, May 16, 2011
Babushka, babushka...
We all know how they look traditionally but I think it's true to say that babushkas can look equally as lovely when translated into other mediums.
They make beautiful dolls-
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| Gorgeous matyroshka dolls by Red StitcH, Frute Juce ,Liz Tuff, Handmade With Joy and Lilmisspolkadot |
and wearables -
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| Babushka: messenger bag, pendant, brooch, skirt, hair pins and dress |
and look great when used to decorate a space -
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| Wall stickers by LoveMae, cute pillows by sugarandfig and prints by Munieca - either side of this gorgeous ottoman |
Babushkas are rather cool when made into things that are graphic and quirky -
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| "Zombie 3", part of a very cool "babushka" series by Artmind , "Matryoshka Family" wall stickers, Custom Family Portrait Matryoshka by Luvin Every Minute, "The Family Vampyre" Babushka dolls by bobobabushka, "My Little Bird" Babushka pincushion by twocrowsart and Nautical Russiann Dolls pillowcases by wengergirl |
and they can embrace multiculturalism -
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| Matryoshka magnets |
and even represent the seasons -
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| Prints by Amy Perrotti |
buy my favourite babushkas are these measuring cups -
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| Image via: Lauren in Laurence |
aren't they just too cute?!
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| Image via: salihan |
And, yes, I have a set! You can see them "in action" at ChezB here!
So there you have it, lots of Matryoshkas of the non traditional variety for you on a Monday!
See you soon,
Stephie x
Saturday, May 14, 2011
It really must have been....
Friday the thirteenth yesterday as Blogger decided to shut down for a day! Not only was posting not possible but the comments from my previous post have disappeared out into the wild blue yonder as well! So thanks to those of you who did leave me a comment - I just didn't get to read them or to see who you were.
OK so now I'll stopping complaining, afterall, it could have been worse and get to Friday's post. After taking a look at doors, I thought it might be fun to see how they could be "aDOORned". Terrible pun I know but I couldn't resist!
You can use some stylish numbers -
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| Four, One thousand and eighty-seven, Four hundred and fifty-three, Sixteen, Five hundred and eighteen and Thirty-nine |
or some cotemporary
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| Images via: Spec - Net, Remodelista, Oxford Double Glazing, Nextag, Gainsborough Hardware and Flickr |
or more traditional fittings -
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| Vintage door knobs, art deco doorbell, a lovely way to receive your letters, antique door knocker, antique doorbell and "Use the Hand" - a bit creepy! |
Of course you'll need a front doormat -
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| Doormats via: Ikea, Karen's Rope Work, TV Recappers Anonymous, Chiasso, Damn Good Doormats and Live laugh Love |
or maybe you could use your entrance area to show off your sense of humor -
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| "Finish Line" mat , "Shut the Front Door" sign, "Hi, I'm Mat" - I should get this for my son's room!, a happy entrance, lying dog doormat, "beware of the dog" and super cute "Flowery Grass" mat |
I just love the idea of a sunny yellow door with a little field if daisies as a mat - gorgeous!
May your weekend be full of open doors and all the possibilities that lie behind them,
Stephie x
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Knock, knock...
Since we all have one and they are the first thing that a person sees when they visit your home, today it's all about making an entrance!
Front doors can be large and architectural -
On the left: pivot door from Portella Iron Doors and entry door from Keratuer
In the centre: "Modern Front Door" from Modern Furniture
On the right: beautiful timber and glass entry door from Noosa Door Centre, modern entry door by Keratuer and"Lumina" entrance door from Corinthian Doors
or more traditional in style -
Clockwise from the top left: "Ealy House" front door, historic Seaport home entrance, fresh in white - door via tiennie knits, a lovely Heritage Door, a beautiful door via This Old House and farmhouse front door via Nibs Blog
They can be made of glass -
Images: a beautiful entrance at this Westlake home, gorgeous yellow door from Sarah's Party Perfect, a pair of beachy white doors at Hale Laka, contemporary glass door from Kuhl Doors and a dramatic entrance in charcoal from Daily Home Renovation Tips
Look beautiful in natural timber -
Left: "Logie" Highland Cottage
Centre: Christy's Thrifty Decorating
To the right: 1920's oak front door and 19th Century pine front door both from UK Architectural Heritage
or equally as lovely when painted -
All the colours of the rainbow: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet!
So, if you haven't already, what are you waiting for? Time to make a statement with your front door! I think I might be taking to mine with a paint brush in the not too distant future.
And don't forget -
“When one door closes, another one opens"
Helen Keller
| Image via OsloBlossoms |
So there you have it - home improvement suggestions and some words of wisdom for you on a Wednesday!
Stephie x
Friday, May 6, 2011
No matter how you say it...
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| Print available from The Print Makers |
there is no one as special as your mum! It's Mother's Day here in Australia this Sunday so it's time to show your mum she is special and much appreciated.
Things don't have to be elaborate - it can be a sleep in -
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| "Your Touch" fine art photography print from Photo Zoo |
some time to relax in the tub -
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| "Bathtub" image by Jane Heller |
a quiet cuppa -
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| "Serene" by Gabrielle Kai |
or time out with a good book -
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| "The Book Collection" from LolasRoom |
It's the simple gestures that really mean something.
Naturally, some of these -
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| "Let Them Eat Macarons" by Chelsea Victoria |
and some pretty flowers (Chrysanthemums of course!) -
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| "White on White" by joystclaire |
certainly wouldn't go astray either!
Most happiest of Mother's Days to all you mothers, especially mine - love you mum!
Stephie x
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
How can it be...
that my "baby boy" turned sixteen today?!
Most happiest of birthdays to you Julian - you are loved!
And most happiest of Wednesdays to you,
Stephie x
Monday, May 2, 2011
All the leaves are brown ...
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| Perfect Autumn Ensemble by poppopportraits - I just love her work! |
because it is well and truly Autumn here in Sydney!
Of course Autumn leaves are lovely in brown -
Clockwise from the top left: Tree with falling leaves wall decal, "Indian Summer" tea cups and saucers, Fall Leaves digital print available from modernmarks,edible fall oak, maple and aspen leaves by sweetdejavu - these are so sweet, they are made of rice paper and you use them to decorate wine glasses,balsam fir sachets and Mandy Gerth's "Seasons Passing, Fall" print
and look pretty in muted shades too -
Top row: "Fall Shadows" etching from AnaDoraArt, Fall Leaves magnet set and Babayagada 's "Palette of Fall"
On the bottom: zaraillustrates "Autumn Swing" print, "Novel Autumn Trees" fine art print available from LauriepunzzleLand and spotted earthtone ceramic dish
They can look rather fetching in black and white and shades of silvery grey -
On the left: Vintage Edelstein porcelain leaf shaped plate and set of four porcelain tiles by botanicraft
In the middle: Falling Leaves vinyl wall art and double leaf necklace in antique brass - just beautiful!
To the right: squirrel - not a leaf I know but so cute and makes me think of Autumn!, What Fall Feels Like print by bluebicicletta - also not a leaf but very sweet and "Falling Leaves" sterling silver leaf ring
and very pretty in pinks and pastels -
Along the top: Large California pink leaf tray and Pink Autumn pillows
Across the bottom: Autumn Ruby Tree print from michellechristina, mini maple leaf porcelain bowls, "Waiting for Fall" from poppoportraits - her name is Stephanie and she is wearing a pink coat - just perfect!
All very lovely but I think that my favourite shade for Autumn leaves would have to be scarlet -
Clockwise, starting from the top: "Maple Lake" abstract fine art print by budanART, October Curtain Call fine art photography print via bomobob, orange/brown felt coasters, Baby squirrel soft sculpture from dragonhouseofyuen, "Autumn Leaves" print by ialbert, "The Fall" fine art photographic print from madelaine and "Autumn", the Matryoska pillow doll from MadGypsy
So striking! Do you have a favourite?
Most magical of Autumn May Mondays to you,
Stephie x
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