Thursday 30 July 2009
That's All Folks
Blue & White Lamp Heaven
Wednesday 29 July 2009
Talking Around The Skirted Round Table
Tuesday 28 July 2009
Vintage Chairs
Sorry about the terrible photos however, I just had to snap a few shots of these pretty chairs I recently had recovered for one of my clients. They were her mother's chairs which we have worked into her lounge room scheme. We covered them in a black and white ticking and had box pleated skirts put around the base of them. I wanted to keep the timber frame in it's original condition so as to show the age of the chairs.
Friday 24 July 2009
Thursday 23 July 2009
Cupboard Makeover
At the shop I have lots of bits of left over wallpaper from displays we have done. I'm thinking I might use some of these bits to paper the back of my cupboard door.
This pretty image has inspired me.
Wednesday 22 July 2009
From the Files
Looking Forward To This...
Michelle Adams is at it again with her business partner, photographer Patrick Cline. Here's what they are about to launch into;
{Excerpt taken from M.A. Belle}
In a time when shelter publications are turning their last pages...
OUR MISSION is to reopen the doors of accessible design. By embracing an online platform we provide inspiration at the click of a finger, directly connecting our readers to their favorite products and resources. Our freedom from page limits means that we can share more content in each issue, delivering an intimate look into the way people really live. At Lonny, we value independent thinking and believe not in following trends but rather in making choices that lead to happiness. We believe that good design and affordable design can coexist and that true inspiration can be found in the teeniest of homes or in the grandest of spaces.
Coming Fall 2009 ;)
I will definitely be checking back for updates on their new venture!
A Fresh New Life
Tuesday 21 July 2009
The Hart
Interviewed by Holly Becker
Monday 20 July 2009
Stepping Outside
I've been collecting a few pictures of some outside areas I like. I thought I would share a few of them here with you. Creating a space outside which feels like it could well be inside is something I love especially living here in sunny Brisbane where we practically live outside....in Summer that is!!
Mentioned by Phoebe Howard
I have admired US designer, Phoebe Howard's work here at ABT before. Her style is gracious, calm, serene yet interesting and diverse. She expertly mixes furniture styles and objects to create a unique and timeless look for her clients. I adore her tablescapes and her attention to detail is very impressive. To be listed as a site Phoebe Howard likes to visit in her recent interview with Terri Sapienza in the Washington Post is a true honor and to be listed among the company of such other distinguished bloggers is very exciting indeed. Thank you Phoebe Howard. I will continue to be inspired by your beautiful work and your amazing attention to detail.
Friday 17 July 2009
{Nanette's} Friday Flowers
Thursday 16 July 2009
It was meant to be...
Well, it goes like this....
After obsessively going back through Nanette's archives last night I must say I am very impressed. Her photos of her home, flowers, fruit, children, vignettes are all so very inspiring and in a way I feel they very much represent true Australian style. I was only thinking about Australian style yesterday and then to fall upon Nanette's blog last night was almost serendipitous.
I asked Nanette to share a little bit about herself and this is what she had to say....
"I am a crafter and keen amateur stylist and photographer living in our nation's capital with an odd frenchman, two Highly Excitable young daughters and an ADD whippet called Kipper. We like to live a slow life with an emphasis on creativity. I'm currently designing a small range of homewares and children's clothes between reading my youngest 'Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus' twenty times a day and wrestling Kipper for my favourite boots."
I hope you enjoy Nanette's photos as much as I did.
Wednesday 15 July 2009
Muted Coastal Palette
Tuesday 14 July 2009
Easy Elegance
I just purchased a copy of Atlanta Bartlett's book, Easy Elegance. It is full of ideas on mixing the old with the new and celebrates something I am passionate about - individuality!! The top image I have posted is my favourite picture in the book. I love the layering of flowers on flowers...so beautiful!