New ! Picture Frames

Thanks to my lovely client Eloise I got myself organized to set up a picture frame section on my shop. Somehow I never got round of putting it all together but the intention was there!...so if you need to frame your prints here it is ;-)

My Sunday Movie...

As seasons change so does ones habits...no more summer days enjoying the outdoors so back to my Sunday afternoon movie routine...My movie choice was Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist. An indie movie set in New York that takes you through Nick an Norah's night journey in a quest to find the secret gig of their favourite band and end up finding each other. I didn't know what to expect but loved it so much that it was like seeing so many flashbacks of my teenage nights when so many things go wrong and crazy things happen! I recommend it to those that want to go back in time for an hour an a half an reminiscence of those good, uncomplicated, carefree & fun days ;-)

New! Thank you cards

If you need to say a few thank yous there are these new sets of cards in my shops. They come in packs of 5 with envelopes...you can view them here.

New Diary Dates...

Well...here I am getting my little routine back to normal after what was a very hectic summer. I hope your summer was good and had more sunshine where you were than we had!

Now feeling ready for another very busy couple of months ahead before Christmas time with three exhibitions to prepare so far...

The dates I can announce are:

House & Garden Spirit of Christmas Fair, Olympia, London. 4-8 November

South Hill Park Craft Fair, Bracknell, 14-15 November

Victoria Halls, Hartley Wintney, 5-6 December

Hope to see you there!

Lovers nest...

Well... the last couple of weeks I have been absent from this little blog diary as Matt & I got married!. After the lovely day we went off for a couple of days for a mini honeymoon in Wales- Our proper honeymoon will take place in October as both busy with work commitments etc...
We stayed in this lovely little cottage in the middle of nowhere with stunning views and cute cat visitors called "lentil" and "chickpea" which weren't impressed with our cat ( that we had taken with us too in this unique vegetarian cottage!! )
For more information on staying in this cottage or other lovely alternative accomodations like this you can check the website Under the Thatch.

All that Jazz!

Yesterday it was such a beautiful day that it made a perfect day to take some shots of Sara, super amazing trumpet player and as I discovered later in the day fabulous singer too !!
We had great fun and I think the locals in the park appreciated the sound of some beautiful jazz notes blending in sporadically amongst the bird twittering in the background...although perhaps made them a little bit confused too ! ;-)

You can see more here.

Summer fun...

OK...I thought I'd leave the floral theme for a bit and share with you some fabulous images via

the sartorialist from his photographic series called "On the Street......Dance Day Sunday, Governor's Island" . They all seem to be having sooooo much fun !! I would love it if we had some parties like this in the UK...if anyone knows of any, please let me know..not that I'm a good dancer at all ;-))

Poppy love...

Coasters

Prints

I know, I know..I'm in a very "floral " stage...it must be summer time that does this to me!
New in my shop are these poppy images to add a bit of colour to any room...

Good old charity shops..

Looking through my apartment last night I realized that most of my house decor is either being given to me, purchased on my travels, found in flea markets or charity shops. I personally think you can get more of an individual look and reflect your own personality that way than decorating your home with brand names from top to bottom-each to their own though.

This week I'm going to create a post collection of some of my most treasured finds. So today I start by paying homage to the good old charity shops. Last week I was on my way to get some milk when I got distracted and bought more than a few tea sets that I had in mind in my local charity shop ( having been spotted by my mother as we were driving in the car the day before...-she never misses a trick !) Although, funnily enough I spotted the cabinet a few months ago in the car as Matt was driving the car...so mother like daughter I suppose, which incidentally I got the cabinet for good old £5 !! So when you are next walking or driving pass a charity shop do have a peek as you never know what little treasures you might find and also you are helping some charity fund for a good cause. To find more about your local charity shops in the UK read here.

Out with the new in with the old...

A bit of natural yogurt does the trick!

As I was early this morning sorting out my little flower pots I thought I'd share a tip for those of you that might like the old, distressed look in flower pots and totally dislike the new. I personally I love it as reminds me of strolling in the Mediterranean villages surrounded by flower pots outside the houses or window sills that have been there a few good many years. I was once let in a little secret of how to achieve the look...it is so simple ! all you have to do is paint the new terracotta pots in natural yogurt, wait a few weeks and see the results !

Lovely Sweet Peas...

As some of you know sweet peas are one of my favourite flowers...I just love the way they look so freely finding their way...This new print you can see it here in my shop.

A celebration for those that love reading...

If you are like me and love finding a special moment and place to read, be it your favourite sofa chair by the window as its raining outside, garden amongst your flower pots, train journey, local cafe or park and at the same time observing walkers by with your favourite coffee and cake ... You'll enjoy this exhibition of photographs coming up next month at the photographers gallery in London by André Kertész (1894 - 1985) one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century..
Hi images were taken between 1915 and 1980 in countries he traveled through, visited, lived and worked such as Argentina, France, Hungary, UK and USA. Capturing readers of all ages in various locations -on rooftops & balconies, in parks, on crowded streets, at train stations, in libraries - creating a poetic study of the act of reading.
"Kertész’s photographs are a celebration of the absorptive power and pleasure of reading" Photographers gallery. I personally can't wait !

My Sunday Movie...

As some of you might know by now, when possible I try and stick to my Sunday afternoon plan and catch up with the magic world of the movies. Whether it is on DVD or cinema, preferably the later one...Sundays is a must!
Yesterday I finally managed to see Vicky Cristina Barcelona, set in one of my three hometowns, by one of my ultimate favourite film directors-yes I know!...I have mentioned him before, good old Woody Allen. A charming movie with great cinamatographic backdrop and its complex characters a la Woody style. Vicky Cristina Barcelona is the best movie Woody Allen has made in years. Although 2006's Match Point was just as brilliant. If you are a fan give this one a try...

Beautiful Peonies

Here I'm back again...where does the time go???...

Last weekend we had our lovely friends Dom & Amanda come to visit from London with their gorgeous boy William and super gorgeous new born daughter Catlin. The weather was so perfect that we decided to celebrate the start of summer with a picnic.Thank you both for the amazing peonies!! They were looking so beautiful in my living room and today, a week later, I just got in time to take some photos before the petals just dropped out...

Not on the High Street.com

Coasters

I know I have been absent from my Blogging in the last few weeks, but so much been going on. Amongst many other things I'm pleased to announce that I have been made partner in
Not on the high street.com ! I highly recommend you have a peek at the many fantastic products available on the site. Great for wedding gifts, birthdays, decorate your home or just simply to treat yourself...I'm sure you'll be tempted ;-)

Daisy Coasters

First signs of spring...

This afternoon was so beautiful and peaceful with the sun beaming through the windows and the twittering sound of the birds singing to each other...

Too much sun has its negatives also, like realizing that is time for that tedious job of cleaning the windows ;-( well I'll just have to reward myself with some fresh flowers !

Yeah !! Spring is finally here ;-)

Back home...

Sagrada Familia

Hi to you all -Again...
After a long weekend back home in gorgeous Barcelona catching up with friends and family has made me put my life in prospective of what is important in life and what isn't...special moments with those that matter are certainly priceless !