Loving

Birthday treats from my sister.  She didn't know that I love Orla Kiely- but thought the patterns were very Retro and that I would love them.  So very right.  I'm going to pop these on my sewing table for storing buttons and threads.  Too good to store leftovers in I think?!

Flowers that last - Mr H delivered these to me last Friday and they are still going strong........

Favourite breakfast at the moment.  Avocado and tomato on Vogel's toast with sea salt and cracked pepper.  Washed down with an almighty mug of sugary sweet tea.

Tom sat these two together on the chair in my room and covered them with a scarf.  Love seeing this gentle side to boys, instead of throwing them around the room.  "They can be friends, mum".

 

 

  

You may have seen the portrait of my three for week nine of the Portrait Project here.  This is where we had our tea Saturday night.  On the first day of Autumn.  There was a very cool sea breeze blowing but the light was glorious.

 

This week was the first time I have not had to pop a carton of eggs in with the groceries.  At the moment we are getting an egg or two a day from our bantams.  We currently have four ladies, and am hoping to add another two.  I love being able to hear them clucking about as they fossick around in the grass.  They are funny things, and there is most definitely a bossy one in the mix and that would be Betty.  I think her name suits her.

Hiding under the asparagus bed..........

Chicken run!

One of our new girls.

Movie night - I bought Pride and Prejudice over a week ago and finally got to watch it last night.  After much eye rolling and commentary from Mr H he sat at his laptop and popped his ear plugs in.  Amy I thought of you when Basildon House was featured - lucky you for being able to work there.

Tonight Bell and I are going to watch Beaches (insert rolling of eyes here), eat chocolate and hopefully enjoy the movie in peace and quiet!  Love a girls movie night.

Happy weekending!

"I wholeheartedly believe that no matter what is happening in your life, there is always something you can be thankful for..no matter how simple it is."

Joining in here with Meg and here with Em.



 

The postmans been....

I've had a few treats come in the post this week.

These days I tend to shop mainly for the kids.  So I thought it was time I added a few things to my wardrobe.  I'm a beginner sewer so dream of the day I can make a few of my own clothes.

We don't have any big shopping malls here or lovely big department stores.  We have some great shops in town but I tend to shop online when it comes to clothing for me.

My favourite arrival is this dress below.  It has an amazing fox print all over it.  It can be worn as a short summer dress (with cute tan strappy sandals I thought) or as a tunic top over leggings or skinny jeans.

 

 

What has the postman bought to your door lately?

Orla Kiely

I am a huge fan of Orla Kiely.

You may recognise her popular pear and stem designs.

The Irish born but London based designer received a Master's degree from the Royal College of Art where Harrods purchased her exit collection. She worked with a variety of companies before setting up her own business.

Orla Kiely's collection of bags, homewares, clothing and accessories all sport her distinctive Retro prints.

I have been wanting a large tote with the Multi Stem print for years!  It's one of her earlier prints and is quite hard to come by as there are alot of variations on the Stem print now.

You can find them online on Ebay and Trademe if you are lucky. 

And I got lucky!!!

Love the lining!

It's already had a few outings and is the perfect size for me. There is a load of room inside. Along with the usual items it holds nappies, wipes, bottles, snacks and the always needed change of clothes for George. I love it!