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A Swift Victory
PHOTO CREDIT: Daniel Ebersole via Unsplash Dear plumbers, electricians, people who build houses; (I know builders is the proper term but I need to whip up a bit of dramatic effect; please grant me that one.) Dear dentists, doctors, wedding dress makers; And all the rest of the trades and people in this world who … Continue reading A Swift Victory
Daylesford Dreaming
Deadlines & Daylesford Dreaming: a travel musing featuring Autumn leaves, lavender and the beauty of a weekender
3 Reasons Why Cats love Christmas Too
Cats. There are two traditional kinds of reactions to simply just the word. (Cats). There's the likers and there's the, well, um those who may not be the biggest fans in the world. We know this. For the sake of diplomacy and for the sake of those perhaps scarred by an experience with an 'unfriendly' … Continue reading 3 Reasons Why Cats love Christmas Too
Leading The Way In Gluten Free: Spotlight on the Healthy Loaf Bakery
For Graham Gardner, a future filled with just making custard tarts, apple slices and the like was, somehow, less than satisfying. Despite being obligatory morning tea choices for many, for this health conscious baker it was, rather food for thought. "You get told, you make great cakes but you’re sort of getting told: you make … Continue reading Leading The Way In Gluten Free: Spotlight on the Healthy Loaf Bakery
Thrift Shopping Tips
Thrift shopping is like looking for buried treasure. The deeper you look, the more treasure you find. By treasure, I mean pieces that are unique, rare and beloved. And, probably, at bargain prices too! The world today is saturated with television, social media and trends, which after a while can all look the same. We … Continue reading Thrift Shopping Tips
Handcrafted Homewares – Hook and Eye Melbourne
Recently published with The Home Journal - I recently had the pleasure of interviewing local creative Fiona Pringle from Hook and Eye! For homewares designer Fiona Pringle from Hook and Eye, travel has been more than just travel. It’s been a source for ideas – a seemingly endless supply of rich, exotic inspiration – that trickles through to … Continue reading Handcrafted Homewares – Hook and Eye Melbourne
Trend Forecasting: the Science
I'm at the Decor + Design Show and waiting in line to hear Victoria Redshaw, international trend forecaster, speak and someone pushes in front of me. Actually quite a few people do. A group of people casually wedge next to the person in front of me, pretending like the stranger is their friend.They chuckle. Behind … Continue reading Trend Forecasting: the Science
