I first used blackboards to write-up welcome signs and seating chart for our wedding. They are so versatile – one of those every day objects that for some reason have a beauty about them. I think it’s the chalk ‘patina’ that builds and the expression that comes from actually drawing on a surface instead of letting a computer sort it out for you. A tin of chalkboard/blackboard paint can pretty much be slapped on to anything, as Pinterest can support…
Happy almost new year, peeps. Don’t suppose you need some last minute decorations? Bigger is better when going last minute party shopping according to my subconscious, I always get suckered. These were actually made for our deck-warming but wanted to get them posted just in case there are some crazy crafters out there looking for […]
So, the damn deck. Which Mr B will use to effectively quash every future sigh I make over dilapidated terraces and decrepit farmhouses. The project that taught us we are NOT good renovators. But, it’s (basically, almost) finished and it adds a whole “outdoor room” (thanks Jamie Durie) to our home. We’re focussing on the enjoyment […]
So, extremely late, here’s some shots from lunch last Sunday. There’s a tree dropping absolutely stunning autumn leaves just on our corner. The Berry and I spent a late afternoon picking the “pretty leaves”, a relative term for the two of us. The little macrame vase holders were inspired by/nicked from this gorgeous wedding. Might […]
A few shots from the little bit of styling done for Arti’s Hens drinks. Terrible lighting – I’m pining for a proper camera to elevate me into serious blogger-nerd territory. Until then, it’s trusty iPhone photos I’m afraid. Basically, we’re talking a yummy drink, a few mirror balls, and a box of falsies to enhance […]
Is there a toddler on the planet who’s not obsessed with animals? For The Berry, it’s tigers, elephants, slinky snakes and squarking parrots. A gorgeous batik fabric kicked things off and paper palm trees, a jungle cave pillow room and some tropical tasty treats did the rest…
