Amazing French holiday home....

When I win the lotto (see positive thinking!!) I will found here celebrating with my family!

Amazing Italian Home...

Hello, sorry for the lack of posts these last few months, I've no real excuse except lots of overtime, bootcamp two nights a week and it's summer so I've been out n' about a bit. I'm off this week though, heading to London on Thursday so I'll try to get a few posts in! Thanks to Kevin of Hollywood Forever for reminding me to keep posting. How amazing is this Italian Home spotted on Sarah Klassens blog.

Great prints...

Etsy is packed to the rafters with Letter Press prints but I really love these three from inkpetals.

(sorry I haven't posted in ages... lots going on and I've been worn out!)

 

Sew London...

Sorry for the lack of posts - I was in London for 5 days visiting friends and we had so much fun, I'm worn out from eating, drinking and laughing! 

I just love walking around London, taking it all in... the way people dress, the shop fronts, the gorgeous dogs! We spotted Tracey Emin while having breakfast in Jacks of Queens Park! She was so cool! We spent a few hours shopping in Westfield and passed this fab window display for All Saints.

My bedroom...

This weekend the paint brushes were out as the gorgeous clouds I had ordered from Bookhou arrived during the week and I couldn't wait to complete my bedroom. I designed the Love poster last minute on friday and got it printed before I headed home. The bedspread is Orla Kiely, the bed, lockers and cabinet are from the Vinstra range in Ikea. The lamps and plain grey throw are from TK Maxx. The paint is Pale Peacock from Dulux. The Magazine rack is the illuzine magazine rack by Umbra.

The Vintage radio was my Granny's and I love having it in my house, reminding me of her, she was the most amazing woman, ahead of her time. 

Fashion photography book...

Cork based photographer Miki Barlok has produced a stunning collection of fashion photos, it's available to buy here. This is a link to his launch night and exhibition currently on show at The Boardwalk.

Stylish pets...

How cool are these pet pics from The Selby? The dog is sooo gorgeous, he's an Italian Spinone, I'm in love!

Mad Men...

On Saturday night I was given the box set of Mad Men and my hubby and I (despite the rare sunny weather) have barely pressed pause! I love the plot, the advertising pitches, the smoking and drinking (shocking amounts). The clothes and women are AMAZING but it's the furniture that's really stealing my heart, I love the simplicity, the tones, the amazing lamps, office spaces, divine chairs and the little details like gorgeous drinking glasses. If you haven't watched I'd highly recommend the box set... just don't make any plans once you purchase!

Baby soother...

I ordered this colourful mobile from Pukapuka on SuperMarket. It's for my friends beautiful new daughter Evie, isn't it sweet?

Just got me thinking...

Don't you love how a trip around some blogs sparks off an idea in your head and then you can't get it out of your head and then all the other things you were obsessing about are suddenly not that important anymore? Yes, me too!

I'm now thinking I could get someone to build me some shelves kinda like this for my bedroom and it would not only look great but everything would have a home!! Todays inspiration was provided by a great sneak peak on DesignSponge.

Paper cutting...

I'm obsessed by paper cutting - it's so intricate and I couldn't imagine being so skilled, I particularly love this by Bovey Lee

Heart art...

Beautiful pieces by Sarah & Bendrix

Clever framing...

I spotted this clever idea on a DosFamily visit to a girl named My...the post is aptly name My's Space!

For a jungle feel...

just add this gorgeous plant hanger from Perch available on Supermarket.

Say it in style...

I spotted these fab banners by banner banter on A Cup of Jo, I'm going to order Cullen at Heart, Sweet Dreams and Celebrate the Everyday! Check out all the huskies in the middle pic!! ahh

Update: I noticed that you couldn't order these in Ireland but the very helpful Angela has now changed that...mine are now ordered and on the way! woohoo!

I would have changed the wood...

Had I had the funds when we moved in I would have changed my kitchen to a high gloss white or green but I am slowly falling in love with the character and warmth of the walnut wood... once I change the handles, convince hubby the walls need to be the palest shade of pink and get my cow print rug for under the dining table I'll be very happy! The above kitchens are two of my favorites from Living Etc.

Don't you love when you find what you were looking for?

This image has been saved on my desktop for over a year - I love the mixture of wood, white and bright colors but it was particularly the print on the back wall that I loved. I recently came across the artist Sanna Annukka - now all I have to do is save up!

Light crushes...

Three amazing shades...(one) The Emperors New Lamp by Design Dessert, (two) Bird Light by Hommin, (three) by Alexander Lervik

Turning 2...

My gorgeous niece Eimear is turning 2 tomorrow so the preparations are in full swing... this a little birthday poster and some badges I've designed - bunting next and then a little crown!

Hang it with pride...

So cute ... hanger by John Green.