metallics

Well every now and then I like to do a post with a pop of a particular colour, so today inspired by the Olympic metallic medals I've selected some gold, silver and bronze pieces.....I think some DIY may be looming, all I need is a spray can and a sunny day outside to transform some of my household items, sparkle, twinkle, bling here i come.....

DIY a chair via Pinterest

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Gift Shop Brooklyn

Kes T designs

Apartment Therapy

Pinterest..i love you..

Just a few months back I set myself up on Pinterest I must say it has to be one of the best things I've ever done (in this cyber kinda world that is).

I log on in a morning 'pin' from those I follow, do sourcing and such myself throughout the day or when I have those lose yourself in inspiration moments and 'pin' my finds. It opens up a whole new world and not only am I grateful for such inspiring people and finds but also thrilled by seeing my follower numbers climb, it feels good to know that I'm sharing and it's liked and inspiring to my followers as those who share with me and make me happy. 

Thank you pinners and followers and long may we all pin :)

Here is a snap shot of some of my boards

Here are a few of my recent pins

grey and happy

Okay I know it's super sunny out there, but a little grey collection doesn't mean it's not still happy and sunny on the inside, especially with this set of wonderfulness.
Here are some classics and brands set to be future classics and some newies (well they are for me)
All links below; sort of in order!

mini fanfan
maria hatling
donna wilson
rocket st george (chair and pendants)
jennifer collier
ferm living
bambaks
thorstenvaneltan (pigeon light)

more mini chairs...

After a week of being back I have finally downloaded the pics taken whilst away.
May show and share more over the next few months but had to do this one....

You know how much I like chairs for the mini ones and these looked so cute out on the balcony when pottering around Bonnieux (the village I plan to move to one day!)

take a seat

I'm on the chair topic again, ooh i just love them and feel in the mini size i can have more, here are some recent favourites; perfect for little ones to park themselves and perfect for bigger ones too to look on...

Jessie Dirk's Etsy shopfront has this super cute modern set of chairs and table, I love the mixed palette too. table and 4 chairs  $270 USD

Over at Edmond I come across this little treasure, a seat to keep the little one in and know where (s)he can 'stay put' for awhile.

Biscuit furniture for kids is great; British, modern, practical, fun and functional. I love this piece called Jammy Dodger. Consists of two stepped units that nest inside each other. I know my little ones would love these for sitting on, imaginative play and for storing, the little one especially would sit for ages pulling various softies in and out of the holes, great fun and price too! £140, your also get to pick the colour of the sides, woohoo we like that.

I also especailly like it because it is at a lower level which most chair of this style are 'high'. 95€

The Acapulco chair, Mexican design classic from the fifties, named after the famous resort. This is a wondeful re-edition which blends beautifully into the modern home and can be used both inside and outside. Available from molly-meg in various colours £140.

get set.....baby

It's such a happy time, your baby or your sisters baby or friends baby (you get the idea) is soon to be here, or maybe is already here and there are things to get ready, to send, to have in, all the nesting and prepping.
Well here we have put together a few things that we think would be great, some (almost all) tried and tested and happy to say recommended :)

These super cute unisex 'New baby' announcement postcards are lovely, yes we text and email but there is something about having the news followed up in the post, a note to keep and cherish, 6 per pack £3.60 by Cloud Cucko Designs
Lie baby on this cosy reversible quilt/playmat, at sleepy time, play time, baby yoga and even picnic time! £42.50 at notonthehighstreet
A super purchase for new baby is a welcome blanket/shawl (all 3 designs bottom right corner) here you can see baby cosily swaddled and in matching hat and vest notonthehighstreet LIMITED TIME 20% OFF
Giftwraps that are perfect for babies and little ones, 2 sheets per pack printed onto high quality 'non-flimsy' paper, eco friendly and a snip at £3.25
Well we had to put in a stylish childs chair from the bestest ever chair stop for little people!  'Molly-Meg' this particular chair is a Casalino child's Chair, Junior size I edition, c 1970 Original £100, new editions are available too £88. Molly Megs new website is a treasure trove of delights with chairs, vintage and modern furniture, home and deco, toys, pictures and cards, it' s a must visit which I'm sure will result in a much needed purchase and a wish list!
On the chair are the ever useful hooded towels with modern graphic animal silouette prints, these are fabulous from birth at bath-time, beach-time, super-hero time! by Cloud CuckOO  Designs £26
Bibs sets, an item forever useful and these with their stylish prints look good too, come as a pair so never without a spare!
(gift wrap and blankets as mentioned)

a chair, a desk & I NEED!

Okay so I have a bit of a thing for chairs and now having little ones I have an excuse to buy mini chairs too.
You probably saw the fantastic duo; chair & cushion my little one got for her first birthday (if not, click here) Well today i've been on the look for an old retro school desk to go with one of the chairs I've had forever.
I got side tracked and yes looked at more chairs.....Lilly's chair

it is by Henrik Thygesen and Sebastian Jorgensen and it's adorable. The site i found it (and these pics) on is also completely fabulous "e-side"
The chair is made from bamboo so super eco friendly, available in red, blue and black, and there was a link with my search, a desk is also available 'Geos Desk'

I just love this desk now just need to get my little ones to NEED it as much as me!
If you're tempted, the chair and desk would total £329 and what a great furniture duo to have for the little ones and then keep in the family, and being bamboo they'll be tough little pieces (my chopping board can vouch for that!!)

If the chair and desk are not on your list right now then I'm sure 'e-side' will have something that is whether it be for you, the home, the kids or outdoors.

a chair, a cushion & a 1st birthday

Last week we celebrated my youngest daughters 1st birthday.
A house filled with delights for little girls created a problem when trying to pick a present for my not so little baby!
Loving her cuddles against cosy fabrics and softies I went on a cushion hunt and came across 'Lucky Boy Sunday' they have such great pieces and yes I found the perfect cushion; soft, quirky and a memorable 1st birthday gift.

The next thing to find was a UK stockist and Sisters Guild was the place, a great website for soooo many gifts and treats for yourself and others!

There we have it a gorgeous cosy cushion hand made in Bolivia from baby alpaca and also there is a slight resemblance to the eldest (red hair)
The size was perfect and having a bit of a thing for chairs I thought it a good opportunity to also buy the birthday girl her very first chair, the only place for this would be 'Molly-Meg' and yes I found the one, and what is also great the cushion fits perfectly on the open beak!

So the dilemma of a first birthday gift was solved and a happy day was had by all, she loves the cushion however I think we'll soon need another chair as big sis is finding it very comfy!