tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-208011442024-03-14T17:03:55.205+11:00Anastasia Drawing & DreamingAnastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.comBlogger1472125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-30180578407427075052015-09-30T22:30:00.001+10:002015-09-30T22:30:21.047+10:00a Bloomsbury mood...the lovely Mel from <b><a href="http://styledcanvas.com/" target="_blank">Styled Canvas</a> </b>had a Moodboard challenge this <b><a href="http://styledcanvas.com/2015/09/02/styled-canvas-september-challenge-moodboard/" target="_blank">month </a> </b>over on her blog.<br />
Of course I had to give it a go.<br />
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I used to really enjoy collecting clippings of inspiring fashion images - fashion layouts are like beautiful visual stories...so much thought into each look and image...<br />
a collaboration between creatives!<br />
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so it was nice to go through what I had on hand and create this moodboard...<br />
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some quiet time, a strong cup of tea and magazine clippings...<br />
Enjoyable!<br />
<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-69347158556298152592015-09-09T22:19:00.001+10:002015-09-09T22:19:33.265+10:00Smoothie showdownNeo and I had a great time in the kitchen this afternoon! We made not one, but two, different smoothies and thought it would be interesting to taste and rate...I found two recipes on Pinterest - one that was considerably healthy and one that was on calorie overload, serious stuff!<br />
Neo couldn't wait to help but I think his idea of helping was eating...ha-ha it got messy! We saved a glass for Peter who came home an hour later and my niece stopped by as well so we gave her a taste too and made her rate our creations...<br />
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<b>Smoothie 1.</b><br />
<b>Healthy 'Banana Cream Pie'</b><br />
2 bananas (frozen for an hour or two...)<br />
1 cup vanilla yoghurt<br />
good pinch of cinnamon<br />
good splash of vanilla essence<br />
1 cup almond milk<br />
Blitz it all up until thick and creamy.<br />
Serve with crushed biscuit (optional) and whipped cream (optional)<br />
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Average score out of ten.<br />
<b>Flavor 6.25</b><br />
<b>Texture 5.5</b><br />
<b>Smell 5.6 </b>(only 3 of us scored this as my niece had a blocked nose...)<br />
<b>Satisfaction 6.75</b><br />
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I scored this quite high actually as it was a really yummy smoothie, the kids were really tough on this one<br />
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Next up we have the wicked smoothie...the real deal!<br />
<b>Smoothie2. </b><br />
<b>Salty Pretzel and Chocolate Fudge Milkshake with Nutella and Malted whipped cream</b>...phew!<br />
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Chocolate Fudge sauce:<br />
150g dark chocolate<br />
1/2 cup thick cream<br />
2 Tblspns Brown sugar<br />
splash of vanilla ess<br />
Heat over a medium stove until thick and gooey - drizzle all over the inside of your serving glasses...<br />
Milkshake:<br />
1/4 cup pretzels - crushed<br />
3/4 cup vanilla icecream<br />
1/3 cup Nutella<br />
1/2 cup almond milk<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla essence<br />
Blitz it all up until thick and creamy.<br />
Whip 1/2 cup thick cream until stiff and add 1 Tablespoon malted milk powder and some vanilla essence. Fold gently. Top the Milkshake with the Whipped malted cream and drizzle more of the chocolate Fudge sauce.<br />
Enjoy!<br />
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Score for this indulgent smoothie...(yes it was a huge hit with the kids but no surprise there...)<br />
Average<br />
<b>Flavour 8.5</b><br />
<b>Texture 7</b><br />
<b>Smell 8.6</b><br />
<b>Satisfaction 9</b><br />
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so I hope you liked our little Smoothie showdown...Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-38970405682162894862015-07-21T21:46:00.003+10:002015-07-21T21:50:43.392+10:00Soup-y!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Soup! Is there anything nicer on a cold day...?<br />
Its the most perfect simple meal that fills that hungry spot. Packed with goodness.<br />
I made two different types of soups on the weekend 'Roasted Vegetable' and 'French Onion'.<br />
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I don't always get the chance to cook ahead but I spent Sunday afternoon cooking since it was freezing outside - its so great not to have to scramble in the kitchen after a tiring day at work during the week.<br />
I'm always happy having a bowl of soup to eat!<br />
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<b>French Onion soup</b><br />
(my easy version)<br />
a small knob of butter<br />
3-4 onions, thinly sliced<br />
dollop of olive oil<br />
Add all to heavy saucepan and caramelise, over low heat stirring often for about 15-20mins until soft and fragrant.<br />
Add 1 litre Vegie (or Beef) stock<br />
Add a bay leaf or two and gently bring to the boil.<br />
Remove Bay leaf and<br />
season with Salt & Pepper.<br />
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Grate some Parmesan cheese (or other strong cheese) and sprinkle over the soup of the hot soup.<br />
Serve straight away!<br />
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More yummy Soups (click away...)<br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>*<a href="http://www.tarteletteblog.com/2012/03/recipe-gluten-free-lemon-chicken-and.html" target="_blank">Lemon, Chicken and Ozro soup</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>*<a href="http://www.whatkatieate.com/recipes/micks-easy-peasy-pumpkin-soup/" target="_blank">Mick's easy Pumpkin soup</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>*<a href="http://www.theclevercarrot.com/2014/10/tuscan-white-bean-soup-2-ways/#_a5y_p=2615714" target="_blank">Tuscan white bean soup - 2 ways</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>*<a href="http://gourmandeinthekitchen.com/2014/detox-vegetable-broth-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-40309" target="_blank">Restorative Vegetable broth</a></b></span><br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-28075706962294532022015-07-08T22:58:00.001+10:002015-07-08T22:58:13.710+10:00Mood boards for InspirationDo mood boards help you get inspired?<br />
They are a great way to get some focus - be it colour or theme or maybe a mood board for your next collection or project? I love looking at other people's mood boards - I have a board here on <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/mood-boards/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #674ea7;"><b>pinterest </b></span></a><br />
I was excited to see that Holly of <a href="http://decor8blog.com/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">Decor8</span></b></a> has started a <b><a href="http://decor8blog.com/2015/07/06/monday-mood-boards-instagram-challenge/" target="_blank">Monday 'Mood board' challenge</a></b> over on Instagram.<br />
What a fun way to get inspired, a little creative and to join in on some fun with others - you can see her post with all the details<b><span style="color: magenta;"><a href="http://decor8blog.com/2015/07/06/monday-mood-boards-instagram-challenge/" target="_blank"> <span style="color: magenta;">here </span></a></span></b><br />
I'm going to try and join in each week - I need to get some creativity into my life!<br />
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*images<br />
<a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2011/10/sneak-peek-jane-cumberbatch.html" target="_blank">Top</a> * <a href="https://instagram.com/p/354BfDLEUJ/?taken-by=percivalroad" target="_blank">1/</a> <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/252623860320691482/" target="_blank">2/</a> <a href="http://syllovesshabby.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">3/</a> <a href="http://emmadime.com/about/" target="_blank">4/</a><br />
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Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-89019703297299222015-06-23T18:27:00.000+10:002015-06-24T11:01:35.958+10:00Serious interior Envy!We are building a house.
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Yay!! It's finally happening.
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After so many trips to display home estates, pouring over home plans and home websites we have signed off and its really going to happen!
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There are a few new homes been built in our neighborhood so I’ve been eyeing in, observing the different stages and whilst I’m <b>super excited </b>for our turn soon, I’m also <b>super nervous.
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This is a new experience for us and I’m trying really hard to focus on the end result so I don’t freak right out!<br />
I think all these feelings are very normal and I need to take it all in and enjoy the process as it unfolds - hard for an impatient girl.<br />
So as you know I’ve been collating images both on Pinterest (hello! <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/future-home/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">Future Home</span></b></a>) and also in a magazine clippings folder (old school Pinterest).<br />
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The dream home I have in my head and also what I’m visualising from interior decorated images (picture perfect) is a little silly - serious interior envy!<br />
We don’t have an endless budget and we all know homes should be lived in and not a show home.<br />
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Creating a home that is
comfortable and practical, warm and inviting is my focus.
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Wish me luck!<br />
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*images via <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/future-home/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black;">Pinterset</span></b></a><br />
top - Emily Henderson<br />
Middle - Decor Pad/Domaine<br />
Home<br />
Bottom - Style at Home<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-15147632361280506862015-06-22T07:30:00.000+10:002015-06-22T07:30:00.039+10:00Reflect<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3DBy1ve2pFw/VYasApoM7mI/AAAAAAAANlk/J7lfPLSfN7M/s1600/mmonroe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3DBy1ve2pFw/VYasApoM7mI/AAAAAAAANlk/J7lfPLSfN7M/s640/mmonroe.jpg" width="452" /></a><br />
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<span style="color: magenta; font-size: large;"><b>It's Monday! </b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>don't <span style="color: #674ea7;">forget</span> to be </b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">awesome</span>.</b></span><br />
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(a little boost if the coffee isn't helping....)<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-30294043838997512602015-06-12T22:29:00.001+10:002015-06-18T18:19:56.320+10:00Pinspire for colour I'm getting a little colour inspiration tonight.<br />
Its one of those quiet nights at home (not complaining at all...). The TV is on but nothing to watch, hubby is reading...the boys are now asleep.<br />
...I've jumped onto <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black;">Pinterest</span></b> </a>to see what is inspiring people, what people are pinning and what is standing out for me! <br />
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Colour creates a mood within us - we shouldn't neglect the power of colour and what it can do!<br />
here are some of my pins teamed up to create lovely feelings<br />
<span style="color: #e06666;"><b>Top: soft, cozy, quiet, minimal ...gentle * </b></span><b style="color: #e06666;">Middle: bold, punchy, zesty, crisp...fresh</b><br />
<span style="color: #e06666;"><b>Bottom: unwind, boho, independant...free</b></span><br />
* all images via my <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/" target="_blank"><b>pinterest</b></a><br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-46711500851845689342015-06-02T22:35:00.003+10:002015-06-03T22:28:54.339+10:00*no bake* Power ballsI've made these delicious Power balls a few times, they were handy during the<a href="http://myfamilywellness.com.au/" target="_blank"> 'low sugar'</a> wellness program and you will always find them in my fridge now for those 'craving something sweet'<br />
moments (hello afternoon!)<br />
....there is no refined sugar or flour in the ingredients so wont upset my tummy, actually there is<br />
no baking required! Too easy.<br />
They are dense and full of goodness - a satisfying little snack and moorish in taste!<br />
yum!<br />
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<b>Ingredients</b><br />
3 cups rolled oats<br />
1/4 cup flax seeds (or almond meal)<br />
2 Tablespoons cocoa (or cacao) powder<br />
1/2 cup dried cranberries (or raisins)<br />
1/2 cup walnuts<br />
1/2 cup chocolate chips<br />
1 cup peanut or almond butter<br />
1/2 cup raw honey or rice malt syrup<br />
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted.<br />
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Mix all ingredients until combined.<br />
(if it feels sticky add some more dry ingredients - if it feels a little dry add a little more melted coconut oil.)<br />
Roll into balls and roll coat the balls in some shredded coconut - store in the fridge and have one or two a day!<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-33156789140126865042015-05-29T10:28:00.002+10:002015-05-29T12:41:25.377+10:00Girl on Go...Not too long ago you would <i>alway</i>s find me in heels. As I get older I cant seem to handle the wobbly, pointy heels of my youth but I always felt I needed some height to feel polished off.<br />
I love a high wedge or stack heel…I just love heels!<br />
Lately though,
I've been wearing flats and I find any excuse to wear my sneakers!<br />
<b>Comfort first please!</b><br />
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Incorporating sneakers into your everyday wardrobe, especially a work wardrobe<br />
does need some thought otherwise it could go sloppy real fast...I love all these looks here for their simplicity and ease.<br />
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*I think if you stick to clothing thats timeless and classic - teamed with sneakers, it just feels right.<br />
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*Here's a tricky one - try to keep yours sneakers clean, that's hard...but if you want to look on point....<br />
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*Go for a streamlined sneaker or sport shoe. If its too bulky, too bright (hello fluro!) keep it for your gym workout.<br />
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*Go for solid colours over print & pattern and lastly<br />
Invisible socks - no pop sock/cheerleader look please!<br />
Give it a go! I know I will...<br />
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Images<br />
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Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-11547454916821128272015-05-25T21:43:00.002+10:002015-05-25T21:48:26.236+10:00Life Lately + Happy Mail!<div class="MsoNormal">
<b>Oh hello blog! </b>Its been a while.<br />
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Here I am...back from a little blogging break where I've been trying to catch up with life.</div>
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Sadly, I haven’t had much time for blogging. <br />
The past month at work has been quite hectic and it doesn't look to ease up with year end Financials coming up...the long commute everyday doesn't help this tired mumma!<o:p></o:p><br />
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What gorgeous paper goodies!<br />
I love happy mail.<br />
Thanks so much Kylie, it sure made my day.<br />
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So...what else has been happening?<br />
I completed the <a href="http://myfamilywellness.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #a64d79;">‘28 day Low Sugar Lifestyle program’ </span></b></a>and
feel really good about it!<br />
I hope to continue on this good food journey
and I must admit I have loads more energy by eating well and consistently (coffee is not food)<o:p></o:p><br />
I don't think I would have made it through the past month if I wasn't eating right!</div>
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I have a ton of recipes from the program and Pinterest is
also my go-to for <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/healthy-living/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #741b47;">healthy recipes</span></b></a> so there is no excuse to not keep going. Eating well takes time and planning, its the only way!<o:p></o:p></div>
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I’m currently reading <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Monk-Who-Sold-Ferrari/dp/0062515675" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #351c75;">‘The Monk who sold his Ferrari’</span></b></a>…says it all
about my life right now. Slow down…simplify. I enjoyed this post by Pip <b><span style="color: #a64d79;"><a href="http://meetmeatmikes.com/why-slowing-down-or-stopping-is-the-new-speeding-up/" target="_blank">'Why slowing down is the new speeding up' </a> </span></b><br />
Why is life so hectic??<br />
I’m also in the mood for a good (Winter) clean-out and decluttering session at home too…<o:p></o:p></div>
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I saw <a href="https://www.facebook.com/spandauballet" target="_blank"><span style="color: #674ea7;"><b>‘Spandau Ballet’</b></span></a> in concert last Friday night – it
almost didn’t happen because silly me had the 19<sup>th</sup> May diarised as
the concert date and not the 15<sup>th</sup>!!!<br />
Lucky for me I checked my tickets
Friday morning!<o:p></o:p></div>
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The concert was brilliant! I’m a huge fan.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I’m eyeing <b><a href="http://decor8blog.com/2015/05/18/instagram-bootcamp-e-course-new-byw/" target="_blank">this online</a> </b>course. <a href="http://bloggingyourway.com/" target="_blank"> <b><span style="color: magenta;">Holly’s</span></b></a> e-courses
are always inspiring with loads of great tips and information but the fact that <a href="https://instagram.com/leslieshewring/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">Leslie Shewring</span> </b></a>is also teaching definitely has my interest! <o:p></o:p></div>
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I’m planning a blog redesign! … after so many years I’ve
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I’ll be getting some design help from <a href="http://kaleidoscopeblog.net/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Amanda </span></b></a>whose work and
creativity I love – I’m excited!<br />
So whats been happening in your world, do share!!<br />
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* beautiful paper goods from <a href="http://www.pinkpaddockstore.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">Pink Paddock Store</span></b></a></div>
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<o:p></o:p>Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-71285592169797769872015-05-08T23:05:00.000+10:002015-05-08T23:05:03.765+10:00Happy Mothers Day weekend<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There is no perfect way to be a Mother but a million ways to be a great one.<br />
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Being a Mother is not what you gave up to have a child, but what you gained from having one.<br />
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Motherhood has the greatest potential influence in human life.<br />
(no pressure...ha-ha)<br />
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Mothers! even when they are wrong they are right...<br />
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A Mother always thinks twice, once for herself and once for her child.<br />
<b>Happy Mothers Day!</b><br />
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images: Sophia Loren and her Mother, Romilda / Elizabeth Taylor and son Christian, Jackie Kennedy and son John Jr/ Catherine Deneuve and son Christian/ Grace Kelly and son Albert<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-63354991270819233252015-05-08T11:56:00.000+10:002015-05-08T11:57:52.726+10:00Etsy at homeRecently interior decorator <a href="http://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/" target="_blank">Emily Henderson</a> (love her!) was featured on the Etsy blog giving her Expert Guide to buying art on Etsy, you can see it <a href="https://blog.etsy.com/en/2015/emily-hendersons-expert-guide-to-buying-art-on-etsy/" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a> - lots of great tips and cool art too. Emily also posted on her own blog about quick<br />
how-to on quick<a href="http://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/quick-spring-vignettes-around-the-house/" target="_blank"> <b>spring Vignettes </b></a>and used a fabulous <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/154988298/cactus-garden-illustration-giclee-print?ref=favs_view_9" target="_blank">cactus print</a> </b>by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/artandpeople?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank"><b>artandpeople</b> </a>. This wonderful print has been in my Etsy favs for a while now...it looks fantastic on her wall, dont you think?! I do love Emily's interior style!<br />
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Way too much awesome-ness over at Etsy.<br />
I can only look at the moment because since we are planning a new build (yes! it will happen) I can only plan right now so no 'home' purchases for me for a while!<br />
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Hope you enjoy my Etsy at Home picks!<br />
Happy Friday!<br />
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Top image via <a href="http://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/quick-spring-vignettes-around-the-house/" target="_blank"><b>Emily Henderson </b></a><br />
Etsy items <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/154988298/cactus-garden-illustration-giclee-print?ref=favs_view_6" target="_blank">1</a> / <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/228749666/ceramic-planter-succulent-planter-modern?ref=favs_view_3" target="_blank">2</a>/ <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/170744647/natural-handwoven-blanket-seat-cover?ref=favs_view_3" target="_blank">3</a>/ <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/156779111/olive-green-tea-towel-hand-printed-in?ref=favs_view_22" target="_blank">4</a>/ <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/231010545/set-of-three-face-it-vases-painted-black?ref=favs_view_12" target="_blank">5</a><br />
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Lately there has definitely been a war on sugar in the mainstream media but for me sugar is the main culprit to making me feel bloated, irritable and always hungry. <br />
Not only is sugar hidden in so many of our 'everyday' processed foods - I've just concluded that the only way for my family and I to avoid eating the white stuff is to eat clean,<br />
eat fresh and prepare our meals at home. <br />
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The 'Low Sugar Lifestyle' is not a diet ...far from it actually...I'm eating a whole lot more than what I used to but what I am putting into my body is fibre rich, filling and nutritional.<br />
... and coffee is still allowed (yes!!) Its been really handy to have the weekly meal plan choices to follow and most are quick and easy to prepare.<br />
Life is busy...I get it, but preparing food doesn't need to take hours.<br />
We also get a daily email full of great nutritional info.<br />
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I'm eating for energy and I've seen a huge change already ...<br />
No more afternoon slump or fog brain! ... because I'm eating so well, I'm just not craving anything sweet - It feels too easy.<br />
I guess it is. <br />
'you are what you eat'...we all know that right?<br />
I made this nutty granola last week and it turned out so toasty and delicious, I'm going to make another batch - thats breakfast sorted! Planning ahead is the way to go...that way there is no chance to get crazy hungry!<br />
I still need to work on drinking more water ...that's my challenge this week! <br />
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<b>Beautiful things for that Beautiful Mum in your life!</b><br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/220945793/planter-with-drippy-blue-polka-dots?ref=hp_mod_rf" target="_blank">1</a> * <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/77736643/pearl-black-leather-shoulder-purse-small?ref=favs_view_2" target="_blank">2</a> *<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/180649335/delicate-bent-ring-stacking-ring?ref=favs_view_5" target="_blank"> 3</a> *<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/189445345/sahare-nappa-leather-bracelet-apricot?ref=favs_view_11" target="_blank"> 4</a> *<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/210619853/woven-ceramic-bowl?ref=favs_view_5" target="_blank"> 5</a> * <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/201338727/tropical-zipper-pouch-clutch-palm-leaf?ref=favs_view_9" target="_blank">6</a>Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-45312337799063324092015-04-24T07:30:00.000+10:002015-04-25T17:13:43.686+10:00Cook and Craft <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The weather has cooled right down - its been a wet and soggy week and I must say its been so hard to drag myself out of the house and off to work. I had the day off today and I didn't get much done...it was wonderful to zone out a little...oh I did a back log of laundry so at least that's out of the way until the weekend.<br />
I'm feeling that change in the air. Slowing down.<br />
We pulled out the blankets already, the nights have been chilly and that extra 5 minutes morning sleep in a warm bed feels so indulgent. <br />
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I love Autumn for that nesting, cozy-up mood. <br />
TV, home cooking, reading, crafting...bring it on I say! I love those chilly evenings stuck indoors!<br />
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A little inspiration today over at<br />
<a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/" target="_blank"><b>'A Beautiful Mess'</b></a><br />
You can <i>always </i>find something fantastic to cook or make or learn.<br />
I sometimes wonder if Elsie and Emma and their lovely team ever run out of ideas?<br />
I've been a reader of their blog for such a long time and they <i>still</i> inspire me!<br />
Every single time!<br />
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<b>Cook and Craft - April</b><br />
<a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2013/11/pumpkin-pie-in-jars-.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Pumpkin pie (in Jars!)</span></b></a><br />
<b><span style="color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2015/03/suede-colorblocked-catchall-diy.html" target="_blank">Suede catchall </a></span></b><br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-8709599556895027442015-04-21T07:30:00.000+10:002015-04-23T14:35:43.795+10:00a Girl called Kylie....<div class="MsoNormal">
You meet the loveliest people online and Kylie is one of those people!<br />
Warm, friendly, supportive, I've never met her but her lovely personality shines through the screen and Im looking forward to sharing a coffee with her one day!<br />
Kylie started<a href="http://www.pinkpaddockstore.com.au/products" target="_blank"> <b><span style="color: #0b5394;">'Pink Paddock Store'</span></b> </a>, last year and her gorgeous paper goods and prints are delightful with beautiful colours, sentimental messages, soft florals, sweet illustrations.<br />
I've watched Kylie grow her paper goods<b> </b>shop,<b><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></b><a href="http://www.pinkpaddockstore.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">'Pink Paddock Store'</span></b> </a>and I'm so proud of her!<br />
I'm thrilled to have Kylie featured on the blog today.<br />
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<b>Welcome Kylie!</b><br />
<b>Can you tell us what is currently Inspiring you?</b></div>
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Hands down…Instagram! Ask my husband and he would say I have a
slight addiction, however, I do beg to differ! For me, its one stop Inspo
whether its 'whats hot' in fashion and home decor, food and meal ideas or
soaking in styling tips from so many talented people out there. I also love the
Instagram community who are just so incredibly supportive and that definitely feeds
the inspiration factor! Ive met some incredibly talented women who have started
their own businesses and are following their passions - that gives me a huge
boost! I
also seek inspiration from magazines, favourites being 'Country style', 'Home
Beautiful', 'Real Living', 'The Collective' but these days I don't get much of a
chance to sit down and actually read them. When I was <a href="http://townmousecountrymouse1.blogspot.com.au/" target="_blank"><b>blogging</b></a>, I used <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/kyliepickett/" target="_blank"><b>Pinterest</b></a> quite a bit but I just don't have time anymore (sadly).</div>
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<b>What are your plans for Pink Paddock Store in 2015?</b><br />
I have loads of plans for<br />
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myself it's all about quality not quantity!<br />
So, small steps and hopefully
everything will fall into place.<br />
I started last October with 14 card
designs. I currently have about 60 designs not including the gift tags and
postcards.<br />
I recently added the Petit range which has been really successful
(YAY!!).<br />
Next on my list is to add wrapping paper and notepads.<br />
I'm hoping this
will happen within the next 2-3 months. I have a few other products Id love to
add before Christmas 2015 if possible - watch this space!! I would love to
update my website as well. One
big focus for this year was to increase the wholesaling side. Funnily enough
when I started I had no intentions of going down this path, but I've been lucky
to have made some great relationships with my amazing stockists and really keen
to grow this part of the business.</div>
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In a nutshell, I'm a classic kind of girl that loves
to dress things up with some colour and texture. I love mixing old with new and
walking through homes that tell a story about you and your family, not look
like a showroom! I don't like minimal and not a fan of clutter, although with
three small children at home you wouldn't know this - I'm somewhere in between!<br />
I'm no 'fashionista' but prefer wearing comfortable clothing that is classic but I add something on trend. Most days you will find me in jeans (mid waist please!)
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colours?</b><br />
Oh, a hard one as there are so many gorgeous colours to
choose from.<br />
My four favourites would be blue (love indigo! and duck blue), pinks,
green and yellow, all in varying shades of course.<br />
I can't resist
tangerine. I love that colour can alter your mood and I guess for me I'm drawn
to more pastel and natural shades rather then bold colours.<br />
Although, I still
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<b>Do you have a favourite scent or fragrance?</b> At this time of year (Autumn) in the country, I love
the smell of rain on the dry earthy ground. Its the country girl in me and I
find it so relaxing and calming. I also love the scent of our old fashioned
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Definitely would begin with a sleep in, cuddles with the kids
and a coffee in bed... oh, and waking up with an ocean view would be lovely too!<br />
The rest of the day would be spent with the family really, just hanging out and
enjoying fun times together and some yummy food. The perfect end to the night
would be dinner out with my husband. Quite simple really!<o:p></o:p></div>
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I live in a country town in Northern
Victoria. I love the community spirit and having close relationships with so
many people. When you live in an area with a small population you can't help
but get to know everyone, its a case of one degree of separation!<br />
When someone
needs help, the whole community seems to just pitch in - no questions asked.<br />
The
other perks are no peak hour traffic and amazing night skies. I do miss the
variety of so many shops and eateries that the city has to offer (even catching
a movie at some ungodly hour in a really cool cinema!!), but I guess that helps
make a visit to the city such a treat.<br />
There is also no shortage of creative
talent out in the bush- how could there not be with so much natural beauty
surrounding us!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Do you have a favourite Quote? </b><br />
I particularly love this quote below. I can't remember where I
found it but it was the final push I needed to start up Pink Paddock Store. It
was also the first card I designed, and to this day is definitely one of the
most popular ones and very special to me. The last line gives me shivers every
time I read it, and I love seeing the reaction on customers faces when they too
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">(Card
and A4 Print both available <a href="http://www.pinkpaddockstore.com.au/product/give-it-a-try-a4-print" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">online</span></b></a>!)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Thanks so much Kylie!<br />
To see more of Kylie's gorgeous range of paper goods, head on over to <b><span style="color: #0b5394;"><a href="http://www.pinkpaddockstore.com.au/" target="_blank">Pink Paddock Store</a></span></b><br />
and Pink Paddock Store<b> - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pinkpaddockstore?fref=ts" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> </b>for all the latest news<b> </b>and of course<b> <a href="https://instagram.com/pinkpaddockstore" target="_blank">Instagram</a> </b>for amazing inspiration and behind the scenes at Pink Paddock Store!<br />
<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-23995511744204912922015-04-20T07:30:00.000+10:002015-04-20T07:30:00.615+10:00Anzac Fruit pieHappy Monday!
Hope you all had a beautiful weekend! I sure did.<br />
Yesterday we celebrated my brother inlaws birthday with a delicious family lunch.<br />
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I made this Anzac pie, a take on fruit crumble, one of my favourite Autumn desserts.<br />
I had bookmarked the recipe in the April issue of <b><a href="http://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipes/recipe-search/feature-recipe/2015/3/apple-anzac-pie/" target="_blank">Gourmet Traveller</a> </b>so it was great to get the chance to bake something warm and delicious for a group of people....my people!<br />
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The recipe used Granny Smith apples - I used a mix of apple and pear, I stewed them up and then made the gooey topping, baked it until warm and bubbly...<br />
To see the recipe head on over to the<br />
<b><a href="http://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipes/recipe-search/feature-recipe/2015/3/apple-anzac-pie/" target="_blank">Gourmet Traveller </a></b><br />
website - give it a go!<br />
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You'll be pleased!<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-91666438791486414992015-04-16T23:35:00.002+10:002015-04-17T16:57:02.365+10:00Low Sugar LifestyleThe past few weeks I've been off balance and I decided enough is enough - I need to put myself back at the top of my priority list.<br />
I need to start taking care of my health and the first thing that I need to tackle is what goes in my mouth. I've fallen off the bandwagon...<br />
lately my day consists of a large coffee (or two ) for breakfast, eating quickly at my desk, grabbing a handful of nuts or maybe some chocolate for a snack...just not paying attention to what I'm eating, no excercise, not much time out.<br />
My digestion is playing havoc and I feel like on a wheel spiraling at a crazy pace - I just want to get off! My energy levels are at an all time low and its obviously because I'm making some wrong food choices.<br />
My body is craving for me to be mindful of what I eat - enough neglect!<br />
Starting on Monday, I've agreed to join in to do<br />
<a href="http://myfamilywellness.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black;"> 'My Family Wellness' 28 day Low Sugar Lifestyle program </span></b></a>created by author, health speaker and nutritionist, Michelle.<br />
I need a little structure and guidance, ready to print meal plans and recipes and am looking forward to a healthy change - I think this will help kick it all off for me!<br />
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Wish me luck!<br />
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Michelle is offering $20 off the next program and a <a href="http://myfamilywellness.com.au/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black;">free download of two recipes</span></b></a> - take a look!<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-92177014447318164202015-04-09T22:30:00.001+10:002015-04-09T22:34:23.039+10:00Frangipane Galette<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What day is it?<br />
It feels like Friday ( I know its not...)<br />
What a week!<br />
I haven't blogged in days, the boys are on Easter break, work has been super busy and today the hubs and I spent the whole day devoted to looking into a new build.<br />
We are so close now!<br />
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I've been meaning to post this delicious sweet treat...Figs are totally out of season now but this is a recipe worth bookmarking to try in the warmer months.<br />
Two weeks ago I had a girly lunch at my house.<br />
It was fun hosting and planning a lunch gathering for three close friends, girls I worked with at the 'Sydney Olympic Games' organising committee over 15years ago...(feels like a life time...) We try to catch up at least two to three times a year (and lots of emails in between).<br />
Only two made it to my place for lunch and for afternoon dessert I made<br />
<b>Frangipane Galette with Fresh Figs, Thyme and Marscapone -</b> it was enjoyed by all!<br />
I actually had Pear & almond tartlets planned for dessert but my fruit grocer had beautiful fresh figs available so I had a quick change of plans. <br />
They do say <span style="color: #674ea7;"><b>we should</b><b> plan our meals at the market and not in the kitchen.</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Frangipane</span></b><br />
60g soft butter<br />
1 teaspoon orange zest<br />
1/4 cup caster sugar<br />
1 egg yolk<br />
1/3 cup almond meal<br />
Beat butter, zest and sugar in a small bowl until creamy. Add egg yolk and almond meal - set bowl aside.<br />
Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius.<br />
Use 1 & 1/2 squares ready rolled shortcrust pastry and press pieces together to form a rectangle.<br />
Slide onto baking paper and onto large oven tray.<br />
Spread Frangipane over pastry leaving a 5cm border. Fold edges over frangipane.<br />
Brush pastry with beaten egg white and sprinkle with demerara sugar.<br />
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden. Let it cool.<br />
<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Topping</span></b><br />
5 large figs cut into wedges<br />
250g marscapone<br />
1 Tablespoon icing sugar<br />
1 teaspoon lemon thyme leaves<br />
Honey to drizzle<br />
In a bowl beat marscapone and sugar until smooth. Spread over baked frangipane. Arrange figs on top. Sprinkle with thyme and drizzle with honey.<br />
Serve with coffee or tea.<br />
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<br />Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-14636205683958602292015-03-31T22:38:00.000+11:002015-03-31T22:38:13.474+11:00This and That - March edition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Can you believe Doris Day turns 91 this week?<br />
<b>Love Doris! </b><br />
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How are things your way?!<br />
its been one of those weeks for me - flat out busy at work, we are also getting a new fence in our garden and it hasn't stopped raining gah! ...and Im feeling a little exposed out there but hey its great when the boys soccer ball goes into the neighbours garden, they can just walk over and get it!<br />
We had parent/teacher interviews and our first with a High School(er) so that was um... interesting...it felt like speed dating! haha...<br />
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so its Easter this week and Greek Easter the week after ...double celebrations!<br />
hello food! hello chocolate!<br />
love this collection of<br />
<a href="http://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipes/recipe-collections/2014/3/classic-easter-recipes/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;"> Classic Easter recipes</span></b> </a>via Gourmet Traveller<br />
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What Ive been reading lately...<br />
I just finished<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Wild-Found-Pacific-Crest-Trail/dp/0307476073/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> 'Wild: a Journey from Lost to found'</span></b></a> a memoir by Cheryl Strayed which was made into a movie recently. Now that I've read it I'm ready <i>and</i> looking forward to seeing the movie. It was an awesome book, honest and uplifting and a fascinating read. I wish Cheryl well!!<br />
I'm now starting <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Gone-Girl-Gillian-Flynn/dp/0307588378/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1427800234&sr=1-1&keywords=gone+girl" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">'Gone Girl'</span></b></a> and only because I need to read the book before I see the movie...its been highly recommended so looking forward to getting into it!<br />
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<a href="http://theinteriorsaddict.com/win-1000-from-life-interiors-in-april-7-vignettes" target="_blank"><span style="color: magenta;"><b>7vignettes</b> - April</span></a> starts tomorrow over on Instagram! I'm going to try and join in, you can follow me on Instagram<b><span style="color: #3d85c6;"> <a href="https://instagram.com/percivalroad" target="_blank">here</a></span></b><br />
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<a href="http://www.whowhatwear.com/timeless-clothing-transitional-spring-2015/slide3" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">Transitional Clothes </span></b></a>- we all need inspiration this time of the year, Autumn for us down under and Spring for the northern hemisphere!<br />
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Did you see this super colourful 'Non Traditional' Rock n Roll <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/kirstenking/this-couples-rock-n-roll-wedding-will-make-you-want-to-get-h#.yldGWYE3l" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #c27ba0;">wedding</span></b></a>? its caused a bit of a stir ...so much that the (creative) Aussie couple made a video to all their <a href="http://sticksandstonesagency.com/ws_1/a-message-to-the-haters-2/" style="color: #3d85c6; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">haters </a><b style="color: #3d85c6;"> </b>clever comeback!<br />
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I really enjoyed this post - <a href="http://www.spiritualplayground.net/give-it-away-give-it-away-give-it-away-now/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Give it away, give it away, give it away now </span></b></a>Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-47485551104461785432015-03-26T06:22:00.000+11:002015-03-26T06:28:19.229+11:00A Girl called Carmen....This week I'm really excited to feature <a href="http://carmenhui.com/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">Carmen</span></b></a> on the blog, another Creative Girl you should get to know.<br />
I had seen <a href="http://carmenhui.com/sample-page/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Carmen</span></b></a> around at a few local Etsy events and we had a chance to chat at the recent <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sydneyetsyteam" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">Sydney Etsy Team</span></b></a> 'Show and Tell' gathering in Newtown - she's so warm and friendly and a very talented Illustrator and designer!<br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/DrawnByCarmen?ref=pr_shop_more" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">Carmen's illustrations</span></b></a> are so delicately beautiful and she illustrates with such fine detail. I love all her animal prints - their faces and expressions show SO much character! I also love the airy feel to Carmen's illustrations.<br />
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Welcome Carmen!<br />
<b>Can you tell us what is is currently inspiring you? </b><br />
The change of season,<br />
botanicals, and the delicate lines in nature.<br />
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<b>What creative plans do you have planned this year?</b><br />
I have so many plans, just need the time to do them all!<br />
This year, I’m very much focused on expanding my range. I want to create a series of greeting cards, invitations and kids apparels.<br />
On top of that, I want to dabble in the world of fine arts and do more experiments with different mediums, composition and scale.<br />
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<b>Can you define to us your personal style? </b><br />
My personal style is very different to my work.<br />
My work is very delicate and muted while in real life I’m very colourful and love mixing patterns and texture. I love the juxtaposition of the two styles, it adds interest to my everyday life.<br />
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I love yellow! just writing about it now makes me happy. I use it a lot during the planning and concept stage, it’s a colour which helps me to focus and to think clearly.<br />
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<b>What about a favourite Smell or Fragrance? </b><br />
My favourite fragrance is Om by Miller et Bertaux. It is a spicy and woody sense which is a mix of grown up elegance and a warm embrace.<br />
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<b>Imagine your most perfect day – what would it look like? </b><br />
My most perfect day would have to be art related. It would start with a visit to a local gallery, then maybe a visit to Art on King to buy more art supplies and then a walk home with a big cup of hot chocolate and ideas for a new drawing project.<br />
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<b>What do you love about your City?</b><br />
The creative energy. It seems like everyone I meet these day are either chasing their dreams, starting a new project or doing something fantastical. I think our city is more vibrant and alive than ever before and we are so lucky to live in such a creative city like Sydney.<br />
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<b>Do you have a favourite quote you'd like to share with us?</b><br />
I used to collect quotes but not anymore. I try to clear my head of clutter where possible. Sometimes you can be so focus on people’s ideas that you forget your own.<br />
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Thanks <i>so much </i>Carmen for this little Q&A session! Its been great to get to know a little bit more about you.<br />
To connect with Carmen and to see more of her work and what she's been doing lately head on over to her Etsy Shop<b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/drawnbycarmen" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #0b5394;">'Drawn by Carmen</span><span style="color: #674ea7;">' </span></a><span style="color: #674ea7;"> </span></b><br />
her <b><span style="color: #351c75;"><a href="http://carmenhui.com/" target="_blank">Website</a> </span></b>, <a href="http://instagram.com/_carmenhui_" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">instagram</span></b> </a>feed (we all love Instagram!) and Carmen's <a href="http://www.facebook.com/CarmenHuiDesigns" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Facebook </span></b></a>page
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I've always been a fan of Chelsea's blog<a href="http://www.frolic-blog.com/" target="_blank"> <b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">'Frolic!' </span></b></a>from way back when I first started blogging myself...<br />
Lately she's been travelling and updating her blog and instagram <b><span style="color: #3d85c6;"> <a href="https://instagram.com/frolicblog/" target="_blank">@frolicblog </a></span></b> from new destinations.<br />
Chelsea is currently in Portugal, a country I would love to visit one day...I feel like this beautiful country is often neglected with many tourists flocking to Spain, her neighbour, which I <i>have</i> been to and <i>totally</i> loved.<br />
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I imagine Portugal to be just as warm and friendly, with amazing food and cakes, quiet villages and bustling cities with historical buildings and churches showing layers of years and life ...<br />
It sure looks amazing!<br />
<b>Where do you dream to visit one day?</b><br />
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All images via Chelsea's <a href="http://instagram.com/frolicblog" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">Instagram</span></b></a> feed<br />
Chelsea's blog post on <a href="http://www.frolic-blog.com/2015/01/6-months-nomad-life-road/#comments" target="_blank"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b>'6months a nomad'</b> </span></a> and how she<a href="http://www.frolic-blog.com/2014/01/how-i-travel/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;"> travels on a shoestring budget</span></b></a><br />
and a Creative Girl interview I did with <a href="http://anastasiac.blogspot.com.au/2010/09/girl-called-chelsea.html#comment-form" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Chelsea </span></b></a>a few years ago<br />
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Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-35500178147083864532015-03-18T22:06:00.002+11:002015-03-18T22:16:31.210+11:00...the ball rolling again...so things are finally happening on the home front...we stalled a little trying to decide what to do - do we build a new house or keep looking, then Christmas came, and went ...and New Years too.<br />
In the meantime, the Real Estate/Housing market is going gangbusters...<br />
I mean its such a big decision (and an expensive one), and building is something we've never done before so making the right decision does take time.<br />
..a few weeks ago we had a 3 hour meeting with the building company and both the hubs and I came out of it feeling comfortable, which is a relief.<br />
Still, there is a lot to think about but I think we are finally onto the next stage which means signing up to get a new home built!<br />
Do contemporary homes really lack character?<br />
I hear that often on home shows and renovation shows, I think about it myself ...a lot.<br />
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Our current home is 90 years old and has lots of lovely features...so yes, lots of 'character' but it also lacks a lot of things and requires a lot more maintenance than a new home ever would ...can we even compare? Should we?<br />
They are totally different!<br />
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Starting a Inspiration board over on Pinterest called<br />
<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/future-home/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">'Future Home'</span></b></a>, has helped me zone-in on an interior style.<br />
Really helped!!<br />
I also have my folder of magazine clippings that I've been collecting (Hey! I'm old school!)<br />
but its not just about beautiful interiors, more important for me are the practical ideas, using the space, having enough storage, creating the atmosphere...and coming together as a family,<br />
in a family home...<br />
Am i thinking about everything too much? ha-ha probably....<br />
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*images via <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/percivalroad/future-home/" target="_blank">'Future Home' </a><br />
top via <a href="http://www.designlovefest.com/2014/04/my-bedroom-makeover/" target="_blank">Design Love Fest </a> and bottom (L-R) <a href="http://tessaneustadt.com/" target="_blank">Tessa Neustadt </a>and <a href="http://www.domainehome.com/kishani-perera-pacific-palisades/slide2" target="_blank">Domaine Home </a><br />
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Anastasiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20801144.post-39748713293745859972015-03-14T09:46:00.000+11:002015-03-18T19:40:14.711+11:00Life in colour!So yesterday I coloured my hair a deep pink...it was meant to be a purple shade actually, but anyway it turned out very vibrant.<br />
Last time I went a little crazy with hair colour was about 20 years ago when I thought I might look good as a red head.<br />
Well that didn't work out well haha and so its been many shades of brown ever since...<br />
Playing with hair colour is something I don't do often, and so I'm finding it all very amusing (and a little uncomfortable)<br />
but back to the vibrant pink hair ( you can see me <a href="https://instagram.com/percivalroad/p/0JjpIGrEXX/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: magenta;">here</span></b></a>) it was for a <i>very</i> special occasion,<br />
<b><span style="color: #674ea7;"><a href="https://secure.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=88761" target="_blank">'The Worlds Greatest shave' </a> </span></b>, which is an annual fund raiser for Leukemia - the event is so popular now that they changed the rules to allow hair colour and cut as well.<br />
When it comes to colours in general, I'm a safe bet - I stay on track.<br />
a few honey highlights are my Summery hair change...when it comes to clothes, I stick with Black, White and neutrals like Gray...I consider 'Navy' to be my favourite colour.<br />
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doesn't it?<br />
When ever I do wear something colourful I get a whole heap of compliments which of course, feels wonderful. <br />
Like a warm hug.<br />
You would think this would prompt me to wear colour more often. ha!…I must admit I'm not really drawn to colourful clothes when out shopping. <br />
I do love colour so much - I always wonder why is it that I don't experiment with colour, print and pattern as much?<br />
I'm not one to make sure I stand out (especially with the<i> wrong </i>choice... how safe I am?)<br />
but I admire others that do make that bold statement.<br />
How can you not admire that? Colour is wonderful!<br />
<b>I think the only way to wear or embrace colour is...just do it!</b><br />
<b>Dont hold back.</b><br />
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