When I was very little, I remember sitting at the hair salon with my mom. Her hairdresser at the time (a tall, red-head English-speaking lady called Veronica) mentioned that they are hosting a Xmas in July. It was typical hair salon chit-chat, but it stayed with me. In my little head, I probably thought “What […] Read more…
Super Easy Bar Cart DIY with Chalk Paint™
To say that I l.o.v.e bar carts is a complete understatement! And there is no shortage of gorgeous carts out there (like the Stokperd Trolley Dolly), but they can cost you an arm & a leg. So when I saw an old wooden tea trolley at my parents’ house, I knew straight away that it was going […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #38: Modern Party Ideas, The Nap Hangout & more
Hallo Friends. What have you been up to? Do you have any weekend plans? We had a super busy week, but we’re healthy & happy. We’ll be off for a long-overdue family visit on the weekend. For now, I’ve lined up some great links from the Interwebs to keep you warm & inspired. Enjoy! Don’t […] Read more…
Five things that will guarantee a perfect Winter get-together {+ WIN with Spier}
When Spier brought the Winelands to a fabulous private residence in Joburg a while ago, it was the absolute perfect Joburg winter setting. And it made me realise you only require a few key elements to create a hospitable & memorable evening. Going out to a restaurant or venue is always fun, but it can also […] Read more…
10 Slightly Embarrassing & Strange Things About Me
If you follow me on social media, then you will know that I am not big on selfies at all. But that is about to change. Well, sort of. I read recently that the best way to create authentic social media engagement is to share more about yourself. Your life. And that obviously includes pictures. […] Read more…
Some Day These Will Be The Good Old Days
On a recent trip away, a dear wise friend said that these days (& holidays specific) are the childhood memories of our children. I didn’t think too much of it at the time, but then I listened to “Good Old Days” (the song by Macklemore featuring Kesha) … I wish somebody would have told me babe […] Read more…
Vintage With Love Is Coming To Jozi {Plus WIN Tickets! – Competition Closed}
**This competition is now closed. Congratulations to the winner, Meggy Brink!** On Mother’s Day, I had some time to myself to go SOLO shopping. Not groceries. Not the usual pharmacy run. Shoes, accessories, dresses – all for me! And I loved every minute. I spent four hours (way too little if you ask me) trawling […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #37: Tomato Soup, Best Gifts For New Moms & More
Hihi. How are you on this lovely Friday? We’re keeping warm & busy – hope you do too. Here are 10 of my latest favourites links from the web: A Field Guide To Procrastinators. 10 Minute Creamy Tomato Soup. Love this bunny inspired nursery. Plug Casings Transformed – an easy but super effective DIY project for […] Read more…
Best Purple Ombré Cake In The World
A while ago I spotted the My Kitchen magazine in Pick n Pay & the cover literally shouted my name! There it was: the most unreal cake I’ve ever seen. So, I messaged my friend Karie who was instantly keen to tackle this project. Karie is the ultimate baking partner & we were so chuffed with […] Read more…
Walkersons in Autumn is pure bliss
When you tell people that you are going to Walkersons in Mpumalanga you get lots of ooohs & aaahs. Before our visit last week I honestly did not understand why, but now I totally do & I can tell you that Walkersons deserves all those ooohs, aahs AND five hurrahs! It is literally just three […] Read more…