Crazy I know

Lighting the fire in February during an Australian Summer... I can't quite believe it. It is normally 35+ degrees this time of year. The Hills now have a distinct Autumn feel to them, even though we are told we will have some warmer weather back again next week. I do hope so as I have planned a pool party for my daughter's 2nd birthday. I can't complain though, I am looking forward to a cosy night in. Have a great weekend.
By the way, I have finally got with the times and you can now follow me on Twitter @notthebigthings

French style by the seaside

I am absolutely in love with this book by Sebastien Siraudeau. One of the best French Style interior books around... I have most of them and am always inspired when I open the pages. Thank you for yet another stunning addition. 

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Picture walls

I have been searching for some examples of picture walls with frames that do not match. The majority that I come across I do not take to for one reason or another, but I am enjoying the variety and the layout in this one. I am usually a matching frame kind of girl but I am branching out. I have a number of different pictures and belongings I want to frame and display in my bedroom, and rather than re-frame, I think I can make it work with what I have. Time now to get started. Some of my precious items include a piece of art my Gran painted which I had framed, a birthday card my late brother wrote to me, and a photograph of me when I was pregnant to name a few. I'll keep you posted. 

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Too fast

Where has this week gone? I can't believe it is mid week already, and another pizza night is nearly around the corner. We have had lots going on in our household this week, hence why this is the first opportunity I've had to jump online. I mentioned on Friday that I would share my pizza craving... smoked salmon and capers wins for me every time. Keeping the toppings simple always works in my book. Hope you are having a great week. I am focusing on getting my first assignment in for my Interior Design course this week.Enjoy whatever it is you are up to.

Love is in the air

It's my daughter's birthday soon and although I had great plans regarding her invitations I have left it all a bit late and so ventured to kikki.K and bought some gorgeous little ones which will be perfect. I also purchased 365, a diary to note something down everyday for a year, which I am excited about.
I absolutely LOVE this store, but what made me grin the most was the "You give me butterflies" card. It's in their Valentines Day range, but I hope they keep it on indefinitely... I think it would be better placed as an anyday card to give to a lucky someone when ever you get that magical fluttering feeling.

Red Door Alert

I had a productive weekend last week and finally finished painting our picket fence in front of the house (only taken 4 years) and I also gave our garden shed door a coat of red paint. By looking at the photo I just posted I realise that I need to perhaps give it another coat. I like the rustic trend but I think it would look better as well as protect it from the weather... it is actually an inside door, not treated pine. The other red door is a lovely specimen I drive past most days.
Have a wonderful weekend! It is pizza night at our place tonight, so I will share my favourite toppings with you over the weekend. x

Good vibes for 2012

Feeling the need to sink my teeth into something creative for 2012 I have just signed up to do a Diploma in Interior Design and I am a little bit excited. Working on my first module now. Bring it on!

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