The White Shed

SA Life Magazine

2012-03-08T00:28:00.001-08:00

Photograph by Katie Earl

Recognise that dining room? Yes it is mine!

Delighted to be featured in this months SA Life Magazine.

Go out and grab a copy where you will get a peek in to our home and country lifestyle here in SA.

Well done to all who have seen it in the shops and recognised it immediately and special thanks to Katie for sending me this photo of it on sale in Adelaide today.

New Cape Cod Kitchen Lights

2012-02-29T19:27:00.000-08:00

image The White Shed

Some time ago I bought these stunning lights via A-M of The House That A-M Built fame.

I had been searching for quite a while but everything I liked was either too expensive or overseas.

image The White Shed

I was delighted when A-M posted about these lights which are available through her beautiful Hampton's Style Store Cape Cod Designs.

I absolutely love them and think they finish off my kitchen perfectly.

A big thank you to Kelly Dyett of Black Sheep Photography for her amazing photographic skills once again! I can't wait to share a few more of Kelly's pics of my home with you soon.

New Favourite by Paul Bangay

2012-02-28T15:21:00.000-08:00

image via www.paulbangay.com

Last month I had a birthday.

Lucky me got this stunning book Paul Bangay's Guide to Plants from my brother and sister in law.

Most of you would know by now that I am a HUGE fan of all things Paul.

This gift could not have come at a better time. We have just pulled out some awful bushes around the veggie garden and I am looking to pretty up the area a little.

image via www.paulbangay.com

I can't stop looking through all of the stunning images by Simon Griffiths.

If you are after a book of colour this is not for you. A lot of green, a little white and a touch of lavender. I LOVE it!

If you want your own book or would just enjoy drooling over Paul's garden designs head over to his website http://www.paulbangay.com/ oh and he also has a blog.

Better Homes & Gardens Live Winners

2012-02-22T14:04:00.001-08:00

Thanks to all who entered the ticket giveaway!

Please contact me via email ASAP so I can send you your ticket codes.

Pewter

2012-02-15T14:16:00.000-08:00

Dragonfly Cushion $35, Napkin Rings -Set of 4 $20, Pewter Candle Sticks- Set of 2 $60, Butter Dish $35,
Ice Bucket $130, Water Jug $90

All available at The White Shed

There is something positively classic and stylish about pewter.

Why don't more people have the good old fashioned dinner parties that our parents did? There is something nice about going to an effort for friends. Let's face it once children come along trips to a restaurant are few and far between!

I am a huge fan of formal entertaining so couldn't be more pleased to introduce these gorgeous goodies to you which are now available at The White Shed.

Giveaway: Better Homes and Gardens Live

2012-02-12T21:38:00.000-08:00

Attention all aspiring decorators, gardeners, cooks and DIY gurus!

I have 10 x double passes to BetterHomes and Gardens LIVE 24th - 26th February 2012 at the Royal ExhibitionBuilding, Carlton.

Thisfabulous LIVE event brings to life the pages of Australia’s favourite magazine,providing home makers, DIY enthusiasts, keen gardeners and aspiring cooks withinspiring new ideas for their home and garden.

Don’t misslive stage shows from your favourite TV presenters, inspiring ideas, workshopsand products for you to try and sensational shopping from over 250 exhibitors. Plus,with plenty of entertainment for the children, this is an unbeatable day outfor the whole family!

All yourfavourite Better Homes andGardens TV experts will be there and you can see them LIVE! Graham Ross, Tara Dennis, 'Fast' Ed, Karen Martini, Jason Hodges, Rob Palmer and Johanna Griggs willtake to the stage to share their creative and original ideas to help you makeyours a better home and garden!

All you need to do is to leave a comment here and

I will randomly draw the winners.

A ticket code will be emailed to you to redeem your tickets online.

Entires will close at midnight on 18th February 2012.

Thanks to Better Homes and gardens for providing the tickets for the giveaway.

For more info visit bhglive.com.au

The Great Outdoors

2012-02-08T20:06:00.000-08:00

image via www.martynlawrencebullard.com

Love this amazing outdoor area.

Is it any surprise really? Black and White sofas, studded ottoman.............absolute perfection.

Just not sure what you do when it rains? I guess you call the butler and house staff to come and quickly carry it all inside.

Styling Fun

2012-02-04T21:52:00.000-08:00

The weather here is awful today. Luckily I've had plenty of work to do inside.

Tomorrow I have a fun little photo shoot planned with my new stock, so I have been busy styling a number of pretty little displays to be photographed for my website.

I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend.

20% OFF STOREWIDE

2012-01-31T19:20:00.000-08:00

Ok so I may have gone a little overboard purchasing new stock and now I need more room.

I am taking 20 % off storewide from now until Saturday 4th February.

Just enter 20PROMO at checkout.

Happy shopping!

Back to School

2012-01-29T18:55:00.000-08:00

Image via Pinterest

My big boy Ollie is back at school today for his first day of Year 1 and tomorrow my little one Tommy starts his last term of Kindy before he becomes a big school boy too.

I was absolutely NOT ready for them to go back. We have had so much fun together this holidays I didn't want it to end.

LOVE this desk space, the lamps, the chairs the prints all stunning!

Decorating with Books

2012-01-27T16:30:00.000-08:00

Image via Pinterest

Do you decorate with books? I recently bought this beautiful book for two reasons. It is jam packed with stunning images I can drool over and it looks beautiful on my coffee table in the formal lounge.

Image by THE WHITE SHED

Can you spot it?

Back from our holiday to amazing Kangaroo Island and off to the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra tonight for their family alfresco concert. The boys are dressing up as pirates.

A Short Break

2012-01-18T20:07:00.000-08:00

I am taking a little break with my family, therefore any online orders placed after today will not be sent until 27th January.

Thank you

Black & White Style

2012-01-16T22:09:00.000-08:00

image via Pinterest

Spending the week doing fun things with my little men.

Movies, playgrounds, visiting friends etc.

Also viewing and ordering some beautiful new stock for the shop.

Can't wait to share the new arrivals with you including some stunning lamps very similar to this.

The shop's new direction is allowing me to develop its own style even more this year.

Yet again you can't beat elegant black and white style!

Dress ups!

2012-01-11T23:10:00.000-08:00

My beautiful niece Charlotte turned 7 this week!

This was the cousins all together at the beach celebrating her birthday with her. They were quite a sight marching along the beach in front of the shacks all in a line.

Charlotte is wearing the outfit I got her from Poppy & Rose designer tutus and tops. Doesn't she look beautiful?

The cousins had their first sleepover at the shack together then went for a tube ride together and played some beach cricket.

Don't die of shock but I am actually starting to enjoy my time at the beach and I think I have these little people to thank for it!

Happy New Year

2012-01-01T19:56:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year all!

I have just spent four fabulous days at beautiful Black Point with my loved ones.

Unfortunately my online store doesn't run itself whilst I am away.

My latest purchase my iPad was so handy, this was my view while I worked away on it!

What are your New Year resolutions?

My first one is to eat better and exercise more starting today.

SALE TIME

2011-12-27T20:14:00.000-08:00

It's that time again!

Head over to my online store to grab a bargain in my post Christmas Sale.

While you are there check out some of my gorgeous new arrivals.

Hope you all had a lovely Christmas. I will share details of mine very soon.

Merry Christmas All

2011-12-22T16:24:00.000-08:00

Thank you all for your well wishes as my business takes a slightly different direction in 2012.

It has been a very busy lead up to Christmas Day and I am really looking forward to having some time with my family. To me Christmas is completely about my boys. I don't want or need presents just to see their smiling and excited faces is enough.

One of my beautiful local clients Marion made those amazing gingerbread biscuits for me, isn't she clever?

Here they are on my tree with the stunning clay tags my sister bought from Ness for the boys

Thanks to all of my local and online customers who have supported my business this year, have a wonderful, safe and happy Christmas!

Important Announcement

2011-12-15T17:30:00.000-08:00

After careful consideration as of next year

THE WHITE SHED will operate as anonline store only with the shed to become the warehouse.

Locals will be able to shop online and select localpickup and there will still be shopping events held at the shed throughout theyear.

The past few years has been extremely busy and due tothe huge growth of the online store,

I hope by streamlining the business I will be able tobe able to operate more efficiently, have a larger range and to spend more time with my family.

Next Tuesday the 20th December will be the the final Tuesday the shed will be open from 9.30am until 2.30pm.

A sneak peek!

2011-12-11T14:52:00.001-08:00

Just a little sneak peek at our formal lounge which I have been working on for a while now.

Apologies for the photo quality, I had to use my phone as my camera died!

Have a lovely week all.

Local Ladies Christmas Lunch

2011-12-07T18:46:00.001-08:00

Yesterday I had seven lovely local ladies over for a rather long Christmas Lunch.

This time of year is crazy busy with harvest, the shop and children's commitments but I always think you should make the time and effort to catch up.

I have so many funny memories of yesterday!

On the menu was prawn bruschettas with avocado salsa, turkey roll with cranberry and pistachio stuffing with pumpkin, rocket and fetta salad followed by Georgie's amazing Lemon Tart and Jo's delicious truffles.

I am truly blessed to have such wonderful friends and a fabulous local community to live in.

I wouldn't rather live anywhere in the world!

Pool Obsession

2011-11-26T14:59:00.001-08:00

Image via http://www.frenchbydesign.blogspot.com/

With the hot weather lurking I am absolutely obsessed with beautiful pool images at the moment.

Not at all a beach person and have the perfect spot in the side lawn for this!

The boys are very keen also.................just one more person to convince.

Christmas Stars

2011-11-19T14:17:00.001-08:00

Just wanted to share these gorgeous photos sent to me by a lovely local client who purchased these star ornaments from me recently!

I just love receiving pictures of my stock in peoples homes.

These and many other pretty things available over here.

A Baby Called Max!

2011-11-17T14:42:00.001-08:00

One of the most amazing things about blogging is the wonderful people you meet.

I recently came across the lovely Cherie of A Baby Called Max.

Cherie is one of the most beautiful and honest writers I have come across.

Today Cherie has posted my business story. Please pop over and take a look.

Thanks Cherie!

PS Thanks everyone for your very kind emails, comments etc regarding Tommy's broken nose. He made me very proud this week with the doctors and X-ray and is recovering well, just still a little sore. Back to Kindy next week he can't wait!!

Closed Tuesday

2011-11-13T01:34:00.001-08:00

Tommy courtesy -Susan Lemon Tree Photography

Sorry lovely locals butthe ‘shed’ willnotbe open this Tuesdaythe 15^th November.

My littlest lad has gone anddone himself a nastybut not too seriousinjury so I will need to spend the week looking after him.

Thanks foryour understanding and hope to see you over the coming weeks!

Shed Idea!

2011-11-09T23:53:00.000-08:00

http://www.atlantahomesmag.com

I came across this the other day when on Pinterest.......again.

We have a couple of old rather unattractive sheds which I think could benefit from this treatment!

Christmas is Online!

2011-11-08T18:08:00.000-08:00

Thanks to those who left tree recommendations on my last post!

Not sure which way I am going yet but already have nearly 30 healthy Manchurian Pears around the garden so I know they grow here!

Also like the look of the Tilias and London Planes.

Unfortunately Silver Birch don't grow so well over here.

I'll keep you posted!

Christmas stock is now online at

http://www.thewhiteshed.com.au/christmas.html

Enjoy!

Tree Lined Driveways

2011-11-06T21:36:00.000-08:00

image via atlanta homes mag

This post is for my new friend Jo, who made me explore this possibility again!

An entrance says so much about what lies ahead. Beautiful gates, trees, fencing and gravel ........

We nearly planted London Plane Trees up our driveway when we first moved in but due to needing to move one of the paddock fences put it on hold and concentrated instead on the garden immediately around the house.

I think the time has come to move that fence and plant away!

What tree would you plant?

Black & White

2011-10-26T23:15:00.000-07:00

Even outside the 'shed'

I have tried to embrace colour a number of times and believe it or not each room of my previous home was painted a different colour, but I keep coming back to Black & White!

There is just something sophisticated, elegant and timeless about it both inside and out.

I have carried this theme across to my shop in case you haven't noticed!

A beautiful facade!

2011-10-16T15:05:00.000-07:00

www.realestate.com.au

I've had this one on file for quite a while now.

There's just something about an all green garden that I simply love!

The weather here is beautiful today. The boys are back at school and kindy after a great few weeks holiday and some much needed family time.

I have lots of orders to send, so out to the shed I go!

Kitchen Love

2011-10-04T14:57:00.000-07:00

Image via Pinterest

What is not to love about this amazing kitchen?

A few changes underway in my house can't wait to share some photos with you!

Hope you are all having a fantastic week.

Our New Arrival!

2011-09-28T15:45:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago we headed over to Kangaroo Island to pick up our gorgeous new family member Harvey the Border Collie.

He is a very good puppy so far and the boys are absolutely smitten!

Tommy is cuddling him as I write.

The Dining Room - Before & After

2011-09-25T14:46:00.000-07:00

I came across this photo of the dining room when we first moved in nearly 5 years ago.

What a difference the painted table, mirror, new chairs and prints have made!

So many people thought we were silly to build a formal dining room but I am so glad we did, it does get used quite a lot!

Formal Lounge

2011-09-09T03:11:00.000-07:00

Working on a new look for my formal lounge.

Can't wait for this to arrive next week!

Stay tuned for the reveal.

New Stock

2011-09-05T17:20:00.000-07:00

I have lots of gorgeous new stock arriving over the next few weeks with the first of it now available online!

These little beauties are so popular, sometimes I just can't keep up.

Have a lovely week all.

Beautiful Weather

2011-08-26T01:59:00.000-07:00

The weather on the Yorke Peninsula has been absolutley beautiful this week!

I love opening up the french doors and letting the fresh air in.

Have a wonderful weekend all!

Sydney

2011-08-19T15:56:00.000-07:00

Once again, sorry for the time between posts. It seems my New Post toolbar has decided to stop loading forever! I have changed back to the old version and here I am!

Last Friday we set off to Sydney for four fantastic days.

Friday afternoon involved a spot of shopping followed by a delicious dinner with friends.

Saturday Paul and I parted ways and after a dodgy cab ride I arrived at the amazing Coco Republic Design School - to attend the Masterclass Colour for Interiors

(whilst Paul cruised the harbour in a tinny!)

It was everything I had expected and more. The purpose built classroom was the perfect setting to learn about colour perception and attributes and to complete mood boards and total colour schemes.

Whilst I already knew a lot of the 'theory' of the course from my previous studies it was a great experience to be in working classroom, with a brilliant teacher so experienced in the field. We completed practical tasks with the facilities and materials required all on hand. I also had the opportunity to meet some wonderful and interesting people.

I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone!

Of course the visit to Coco would not be complete without a visit to the showroom, which was totally stunning!!!

Saturday night we dined at Bel Mondo at The Rocks. The atmosphere, view, service and 5 course degustation with matching wines was amazing and the perfect dinner experience with my favourite dish of the night being Chef Andy Balls Sauteed Scallops with nicoise vegetables, roast capsicum puree & mizuna leaf. Favourite wine if the night was the 2009 Patina, Scandalous Riesling, Orange NSW.

Sunday Paul ran the 14km City To Surf. Somewhat harder than the City to Bay with its challenging hills! The 85,000 people atmosphere was exciting and gave a huge sense of community spirit. With over $3 500 000 raised for charity every participant should be proud.

Lunch at The Italian Village Sunday afternoon was just what my runner needed with its beautiful waterfront location and harbour views.

Monday Morning we walked from the City to Bills at Darlinghurst. The corn fritters were out of this world!!!

Later we caught the ferry over to Manly on the 18 degree sunny day it was the perfect end to our Sydney long weekend.

The Garden - Before and After

2011-08-06T18:28:00.000-07:00

November 2005

November 2010

May 2006

Today

September 2007

Today

November 2005

November 2010

Rose Garden 2010

2011 - still very much a work in progress!!!

Now my garden is in no way finished but sometimes it is good to reflect on all you have done.

The older parts of our garden are approximately 5 years old, other parts only a few years old.

When we built our house there was next to nothing surrounding it. We started by planting hedges and trees to get the basic structure of the garden established.

I drew a plan for our garden one bored day whilst we were living in the UK for a short while. The house was not built at this stage but the plans were drawn and I knew the placement of the house in the yard.

Surprisingly the plan has not changed!

What has changed are the plants used. It has been a case of a little trial and error as I am not used to the soil and climate here. My principal is lots of mass plantings, not lots of variety, hedges for structure, lots of lawn and trees.

I am excited to see what the garden looks like in another 5 years!

Coco Republic Design School

2011-08-02T15:14:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the lack of posts but it seems my toolbar decided to stop loading AGAIN!

That along with phone issues has technology letting me down a little lately, not good when you are so used to it and need it to run your online business.

I am delighted to be heading over to Sydney in a few weeks time for 3 glorious days.

Friday will be shopping and drinks with friends.

Saturday I will be attending the Coco Republic Design School for the Colour for Interiors Masterclass. I can't wait to think outside the square and lean something new

(most of you know my house has a lack of colour!!).

Sunday my husband is running in the City to Surf and raising money for my beautiful niece Charlotte who suffers from a condition that has left her with low vision. The Royal Society for the Blind is currently working with her to help make her life a little easier.

If you wish to make a donation head to

http://www.fundraise.city2surf.com.au/paul_linke_4

Monday this farmers wife will head back to life on the farm!

I haven't been to Sydney for a few years so would also love to hear about any

special places to go for dinner etc.

Hope you are all having a great week, the weather here is gorgeous!

Decorating Workshop

2011-07-19T16:17:00.000-07:00

In collaboration with Felicity Baj of Linen Press Interiors, The White Shed held it's first decorating workshop a few weeks ago!

The event was held in my home and attended by 14 fabulous girls who had free reign of my house and all of the items in The White Shed to style to there delight.

The day started with a glass of bubbles and morning tea in my dining room.

Each lady bought a picture of their favourite room from a magazine and we discussed an area they were looking for ideas on how to style.

We styled sideboards and ottomans using some basic principles of design.

They also put together colour schemes thinking outside of the square and using improvisation.

Felicity also bought a beautiful range of fabrics with her and gave ideas on how to be inventive and different with upholstery.

A BIG thank you to Felicity for making the trip over from Adelaide and for the huge effort she put in to the day. Also to the always amazing Kelly Dyett for taking these beautiful images.

For those of you who missed out this time, don't worry this was only the first of many so you will have the opportunity to attend our next workshop!

For more details please email me.

In the Shed Today

2011-07-18T18:55:00.000-07:00

Working in 'the shed' today.

Looking forward to meeting a few of my online customers who have made the trek over to the

Yorke Peninsula to see me and my store!

It is a little chilly here but luckily my workman has bought in the gas heater for me.

Black Board Stakes

2011-07-16T16:29:00.000-07:00

A big thankyou to Janette from My Sweet Prints for her post on my Black Board Stakes.

Happy to report that they are now back in stock and available along with some other new goodies

(still a lot more to come) in my shop.

Hanging a new chandelier in the shed today, unpacking stock and reshuffling the shed before friends come over for a roast tonight.

Special Time

2011-07-13T17:57:00.000-07:00

Just took a few days 'off' to spend with my special little boys during school holidays.

Always hard when you work on your own in your own business but it just has to be done!

Action packed with Cars Movie, Birthday Party & Train Ride, Tram Ride, Visiting Family and Friends and a session of Theatre Bugs!

I did have to do a little work whilst away though. Ordered a huge amount of beautiful new stock and also my Christmas range, yes silver and white.........again!

Hope everybody else is enjoying the school holidays.

New Addiction

2011-07-10T00:13:00.000-07:00

http://www.mydesignchic.com/

Totally addicted to Pinterest.

Wasting lots of time but love it.............need these chairs!

SALE

2011-07-07T15:43:00.000-07:00

Making space for some gorgeous new arrivals!

Lots of lovely items on sale now.

Bookends now $25

http://www.thewhiteshed.com.au/sale.html

A New Look

2011-07-04T22:46:00.000-07:00

I gave my bedroom a little makeover.

New headboard, chair, cushions, footstool and lamps!

Same ebay bedsides just sprayed black gloss.

I feel like it has "grown up" a bit.

For those in SA this furniture and many other special pieces are available to order from The White Shed please email me for pricing.

A Special Visit

2011-07-01T15:44:00.000-07:00

Recently an old friend of mine made the trip from Adelaide with her beautiful mother and daughter to come and visit my shop.

It was so lovely to catch up. We worked out the last time we saw each other was at my baby shower nearly 6 years ago!!!

She is a very talented photographer and took these beautiful photos.

Thanks for visiting Rosie.

Workshop

2011-06-25T19:30:00.000-07:00

Busy getting ready for our first decorating workshop on Tuesday!

Can't wait for this fabulous group of 15 girls to come and be inspired.

Style Guide

2011-06-21T16:04:00.000-07:00

Fleur de Lys Bookends set of 2 $30, Provence Jug $35, Green Hydrangeas $15 ea,

Silver Cansiters set of 3 $120, Pewter Clock $120, Candle Snuffer $12.50

Available over here

www.thewhiteshed.com.au

Hope you are all having a great week!

Ours is getting better.

Two sick boys and no sleep, but now on the mend so things are looking up!

Paul Bangay

2011-06-18T18:21:00.000-07:00

images paulbangay.com

Sorry for my lack of posts I seem to be unable to load the posting toolbar most of the time.

I am also unable to comment on other blogs which is frustrating but I have been visiting!

In my opinion there is absolutely no better garden designer than Paul Bangay!

I own three of his magnificent books (need more) which I read over and over.

I love the symmetry, restraint and simplicity of his work.

Off to flick through his pages and find some insipration!

More Linen Love!

2011-06-11T16:26:00.000-07:00

It is a beautiful day on the Yorke Peninsula and we are heading out to the scrub for a bon fire with friends and family.

Just had to take advantage on the beautiful light this morning to photograph this amazing new

Beige Linen Ruffle Cushion Cover that has just arrived.

These are now available in 3 colours, white, beige and black.

Hope you are all enjoying the long weekend!

Hughes Park Cottage

2011-06-08T15:43:00.000-07:00

I have just returned from the most wonderful weekend in the Clare Valley one of my absolute favourite regions in the world.

A few months ago I met the gorgeous Alice Duncan of Watervale when she visited my shop on a recommendation from a mutual friend of ours.

Alice is the owner of this beautiful

two bedroom cottage Bed & Breakfast which originates from 1845 and is surrounded by beautiful vines and historic sheep farming country side.

Hughes Park Cottage is located Approximately 100km North of Adelaide, nestled in the Skilly hills, just 2 km’s from the township of Watervale in the beautiful Clare Valley.

When booking my accommodation for our family weekend away I knew Hughes Park Cottage would be perfect for us. Alice has done a wonderful job of renovating the cottage. The Modern Country feel is stylish,refreshing and light and the surroundings are magnificent!

To see more go to

http://hughespark.com/

And the winner is.............

2011-06-05T21:10:00.000-07:00

Thank you to everybody who entered my blog 1st Birthday Giveaway!

According to the True Random Number Generator the winner of the

Venetian Picture Frame from my store is the gorgeous

Felicity of Gifts of Serendipity!

Anyone notice my blogs new look?

Big thanks to my talented sister Melissa of Crafty Little Fox Blog Designs

for making my blog look so beautiful!

BLOG 1ST BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY!

2011-05-30T15:32:00.000-07:00

Today my blog turns 1!

Thanks for all of your lovely comments, emails and phonecalls over the past year.

To celebrate I am giving away one of the gorgeous Venetian Mirror Picture Frames from my store.

All you have to do is

Be a follower or become a follower- 1 entry

Make a comment- 1 entry

Post the picture of your sidebar or blog about it with a link- 1 entry, 2 for both!

If you tweet- 1 entry

Facebook - 1 entry

(let me know if you do these)

The winner will be announced on

Monday 6th June 2011

GOOD LUCK

STYLE GUIDE 2

2011-05-29T15:04:00.000-07:00

Square Pillar Nickel Base Black Linen Lamp $200, Venetian Mirror Picture Frame $35, Nickel Candle Snuffer $12, Small Silver Bowl $13, Small Boxwood Ball $5, Pewter Mantle Clock $60, Glass Jar $40, Mini Green Pears $0.20 each, Black & Beige Stripe Linen Cushion $40, Black Linen Ruffle Cushion $40, White Linen Ruffle Cushion $40.

All available over here

www.thewhiteshed.com.au

I never tire of playing with the beautiful stock from my shop!

Tomorrow is one year since my first post.

Stay tuned for a fab giveaway!

Beautiful Room

2011-05-23T04:32:00.000-07:00

Home Beautiful

Recently one of my best friends in the world had her first baby! A beautiful (understatement) little boy.

This was one of many images I saved and emailed to her throughout the pregnancy.

I just love the shutters, cot, linen chair and soft colours.

We passed on our treasured cot that my two baby boys slept in.

I was a little sad at first but it was so nice to hand it on to such a special little man who means so much to us and will be a big part of our lives.

Hope you are having a good week!

20% Off Storewide

2011-05-18T02:24:00.000-07:00

Having a big Sale enter '20promo' at checkout to receive 20% off storewide until Sunday 22nd May.

Valid Online only.

Be sure to check out our SALE ITEMS and NEW ARRIVALS!

www.thewhiteshed.com.au

Happy Shopping!

I'm Back!

2011-05-16T03:22:00.000-07:00

Stunning Lamp just in......would like to keep this one!

Last week my hard drive 'died' apparently it was faulty!

A little annoying when you run an online business.

Thanks to my lovley sister Melissa for her guest post in my absense.

Busy uploading new stock online and catching up on orders but promise to be back with a pretty post later in the week.

White Wednesday - Guest Post

2011-05-11T05:52:00.000-07:00

This is Melissa from Lulliloo here. I'm doing a guest post for Letitia because she's having some techincal difficulties and isn't able to update her blog.

Letitia asked me to give her apologies to you and since she is trusting me with her blog I've taken my inspiration from her blog/shop name and I've selected some gorgeous white interiors images for this post.

I hope you enjoy these shots.

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Have a lovely week - Melissa x

Black 100% Linen!

2011-04-30T19:16:00.000-07:00

It was a very quick visit, but my sister Melissa of Lulliloo (who is visiting from the UK) managed to bring some of these gorgeous Black 100% linen ruffle cushions that she makes for my shop over so they are now available online!

It is the last day of school holidays and it is raining here.

Good for the farmers as we can now start seeding, but not so good for my little boys who are going slightly nutty from being stuck inside. Right now they are 'camping' under the dining room table!

STYLE GUIDE

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STYLE GUIDE - Provence Jug $35, Hydrangea $15, Bloomingdale Lamp $110, Butler's Table $150, Small Pewter Clock $60, Nuit Cushion $35, Rhode Frame $20, Artichoke Cushion $35, Black/Beige Stripe Linen Cushion $40, Beige/White Stripe 30cmx45cm Cushion $25.

www.thewhiteshed.com.au

Happy Easter!

2011-04-20T15:28:00.000-07:00

Really looking forward to Easter this year!

My sister arrives back from the UK, I am off to visit a very special baby boy

and catching up with family and friends for my nephews birthday.

The boys are hoping Ned our rabbit has told his friend the Easter Bunny how good they have been this year!

Have a safe and Happy Easter!

Pure Linen!

2011-04-15T20:42:00.000-07:00

I am addicted to linen!

So in love with these new White Ruffle 100% Linen Cushions just in and available here.

Sorry about the wierd appearence of my blog, hopefully it will be back to normal sometime soon.

SALE TIME!

2011-04-09T21:54:00.000-07:00

I desperately need to clear some room for my new stock arriving on the next few weeks!

Pop over and take a look at some of my lovely things on sale.

www.thewhiteshed.com.au/sale.html

My Dining Room

2011-04-01T15:18:00.000-07:00

Ok so a few people have asked for me to post a picture of my new dining chairs.

Here they are and my new prints from Kerri from Driftwood Interiors.

In this photo I only have one on each wall but I now have 2 on each and they look so amazing.

I love the simplicity and formality of the room now!

Have a great weekend!

New Adore............... Just Adorable!

2011-03-30T14:49:00.000-07:00

The new issue of Adore Magazine is out now! It is jam packed full of beautiful images, homes and style.

This is one I could read over and over.

Big thank you to Loni for featuring my store and some of my products throughout the magazine.

Four Already!

2011-03-22T17:05:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous T-shirt made by the lovely Sarah!


The cute couple!

The Gordon cake

pom poms also by Sarah

My goregous little Tommy turned 4 a few weeks ago.

I can't believe it, where have those four years gone? He is no where near big enough to catch the school bus to Kindy!

He was lucky enough to be able to share his party with his gorgeous girlfriend Isabel. Already after the older lady, Issy was born one day before Tommy.

I do hope by next year that his obsession with everything 'Thomas' will have passed. Not the best train cake maker here!

The Australian Ballet - Madame Butterfly

2011-03-20T01:16:00.000-07:00

photo -behind ballet blog

Earlier in the year for my birthday I was given a ticket to see Madame Butterfly by the Australian Ballet.

Yesterday I attended the matinee and was delighted to walk in to the Festival Theatre and see a beautifully dressed enthusiastic audience in the foyer. Lots of lovely aspiring young dancers!

The performance started with clever lighting and a dramactic set and from beginning to end I was glued to the stage.

Wonderful music by the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, beautiful costumes, brilliant sets and or course some of the most amazing dancing you will ever see.

The technique and artistic quality that the dancers of the Australian Ballet is second to none and makes the company in my opinion the best in the world.

Cast- Saturday 19 March 1.30pm

Conductor: Kenneth Young

Butterfly: Kirsty Martin
Pinkerton: Rudy Hawkes
Suzuki: Laura Tong
Sharpless: Andrew Killian
Goro: Yosvani Ramos
Kate: Juliet Burnett

I would like to make special mention of Principal Kirsty Martin - Butterfly who stole the show. The most graceful, yet powerful dancer with impeccable technique and beautiful lines. I was so drawn in to her performance that the ending bought me to tears.

photo- behind ballet blog, Kirsty Martin in rehearsal

To anyone ballet lover or not who has not been to the ballet in a while, I urge you to go and see The Australian Ballet. How lucky we are to have one of the best companies in the world right here in Australia!

And just in case you didn't know The Australian Ballet has its own blog!

Ad Shoot

2011-03-13T01:02:00.000-08:00

A peek at a few new product shots taken this week. Thank you Kelly!

Beautiful Queensland

2011-03-09T14:40:00.000-08:00

We have just returned from our wonderful holiday to Noosa. This was my first ever visit to Queensland and boy was I impressed! What a truly beautiful state with lovely friendly people. I will be going back again!

Thanks to all who gave me advice on where to go and what to do. I tried to get in as much as I could including, a trip to Sunshine Beach and Peregia, a venture inland stop in at Twig and Grace in Cooroy, the most amazing breakfast recommendation ever from Simone"Corn Fritters"at Bistro C, adults only dinner with friends at Sails, Signature on Hastings for a new pair of Walnuts and Pearl earrings, a trip to the Eumundi markets, The White House for a beautiful pearl necklace and on the way back to the airport the highlight for the boys visiting Australia Zoo.

Oh and Kate from Third Avenue Style and I just happened to be at Bistro C on the same day.....don't you just love that!

Anniversary

2011-02-22T14:04:00.000-08:00

Carrick Hill

Monday was our 7 year anniversary!

It bought back all of the beautiful memories of our wedding day.

I wouldn't change a thing!

Our reception was at the stunning Carrick Hill.

Oh we look so young .................well we were!

We don't really do presents but always on the hunt for something a little different and with meaning I ordered this beautiful custom print from the lovely Janette at My Sweet Prints.

Hope you are all having a lovely week!

Noosa!

2011-02-18T04:56:00.000-08:00

Main Beach, Noosa Heads. Photo: Tourism Queensland

Very soon we will be off to Noosa!

It is our first REAL family holiday and after an extremely busy year we are all looking forward to the escape.

So those of you out there who have been before, please tell me where someone who doesn't love the beach (the boys and husband do) and is obsessed with homewares and design should go.

Thanks to all of you for your very kind, understanding and supportive comments on my last post.

I can't tell you how much I appreciate your words.

An Opportunity!

2011-02-15T16:25:00.000-08:00

I was recently contacted and given the most awesome opportunity!

I was totally flattered and applied with out a lot of thought......

Next thing I knew I had made the shortlist and had an upcoming audition.

Details emerged that if I was successful I would have to spend up to 7 weeks away from my family.

This got me thinking. Would I have applied had I not been asked? Probably not! Why would I do it?

Well certainly not to change my life or further my career (these I am more than happy with).

I would merely be doing it for the life experience.

I have just turned 31, have 2 beautiful young boys, a gorgeous husband, home, wonderful country life and a business that I love working in every day. I don't need or want the lights, camera and action!

To those of you going ahead with it (which I am sure there are some of you out there), go for it!

I can't wait to see the show and I will be cheering for you from the comfort of my home on the farm!

Should the opportunity arise again later in life.....I might just be tempted.

to find out more go to

http://channelnine.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8195173

And the Winner is!

2011-02-13T22:04:00.000-08:00

Thanks so much to everybody who entered my shops 1st Birthday giveaway!

I used a random number generator from www.random.org but cannot for the life of me work out how to paste this image to my page.

The lucky winner of this beautiful french grey food cover is the lovely Trish from A Dream House for Trish.

Trish I have emailed you.

Off to unpack some new arrivals, what colour you ask?

Well........ taupe, french grey, silver and white of course!

First Ever Giveaway!

2011-02-07T19:17:00.000-08:00

The White Shed is about to turn 1 so I thought it an appropriate time for a giveaway!

If you would like to win one of the beautiful French grey food covers from my shop then....

Be a follower or become a follower = 1 entry

Make a comment = another entry

Post the picture on your side bar or blog about it with link = 1 entry, 2 if you do both.

If you tweet = 1 entry or

facebook = 1 entry (let me know about these)

The winner will be drawn on Valentine's Day 14th February (Australian Time)

Good Luck!

Birthday Weekend

2011-02-03T11:27:00.000-08:00

Well I have just celebrated the anniversary of my 30th and spoilt I am!!!

Out with my gorgeous hubby to see The Kings Speech, a drink at new bar Grace The Establishment, lunch, then out to an amazing dinner at Assagio Ristaurante, followed by breakfast on Hutt Street with my family!

Poor Kindy Teacher....Tommy looking cheeky with big school boy Ollie!

Then on my actual birthday it was my little Tommy's first day at Kindy, I went to the gym the 42 degree heat, out to lunch with the mums and kids followed by dinner cooked for me at home and a funny looking but delicious cake coooked by Paul and the boys....just lovely!

Oh and I was very spoilt in the present department Chanel Perfume, Tickets to the ballet, Magazine Subscriptions, Champagne, a Beauty Voucher, Chanel Nail Polish and chocolates just to mention a few.

Big thanks to Nanny and Grandad for babysitting and taking the boys to Greenhills Adventure Park.

Adore Home Magazine - British Edition

2011-01-30T12:37:00.000-08:00

The gorgeous new British Edition of Adore Home Magazine is out now.

As always it is amazing!

Nice to see my Karlsson Black Studio Clock on page 57.

At only $40 this clock so affordable and super stylish.

Shiny & Silver!

2011-01-26T13:38:00.000-08:00

Well you all know by now how much I love shiny silver things, so I just had to share these little beauties that arrived for the shop with you!

I hope you love them as much as I do!

All available over here.

Wonderful People!

2011-01-19T13:34:00.000-08:00

One of the great things about owning my business in the great people I meet!

This week I have come accross some wondeful people.

One was a blog follwer Jan from Adelaide who paid me a visit in the shed whilst on holiday on the Yorke Peninsula. Thanks so much for coming to see me Jan!

Another is Yvonne from Wallflower Events a boutique event planning, styling and design company.

Wow what a great job to have!

Please go and take a look at her amazing website, she is one talented lady!

I have sent Yvonne one of my beautiful white pressed tin mirrors from the shop for an upcoming wedding she is styling, I can only imagine how stunning the wedding will be!

Grateful!

2011-01-15T15:58:00.000-08:00

There are times in your life when you realise how truly lucky you are and should be so grateful for all you have.

After a few days away we arrived home to our house, space, things and country lifestyle with our beaufitul two boys and each other.

I am so glad those I know have made it through the floods in Queensland safely.

Spare a thought for those who havent, have lost everything, take time to reflect on all you have................ and be grateful!

Harvest is Finished!

2011-01-08T22:43:00.000-08:00

Custom Bus Scroll

Hip horray, at last our harvest is finally over!

It has been a very long one this year, we started on the 11th November and finished yesterday.

Also my first year of harvest with the shop open and online orders, trying to work with the boys home and missing their dad on the header immesely!

I am going to spend the next few weeks heading back and forth to Adelaide, shopping, catching up with friends, taking the boys to see a dinosaur exhibition and other fun things, going out to dinner with my lovely husband and ordering beautiful new stock for the shop.

Hanging out for our holiday to Noosa in a couple of months now too!

All the way from the UK!

2011-01-05T18:49:00.000-08:00

Super excited when a parcel arrived from my talented sister Melissa from the UK today!

In it was this amazing Union Jack cushion she made for my little nephew Hugo.

Here it is on my Ollie's bed............now he wants one too.

Also some gorgeous Christmas stockings for the boys which they love and have hung up ready for next year already!
Pop over to her blog Hand Made Me by Lulliloo and take a look at some of her other items.

Thanks all for the response to my last post. Still undecided!

Latest Project- Help Please!

2011-01-05T00:23:00.000-08:00

Spending way too much time at home whilst waiting for Paul to finish harvest!

Trying to decide what get this wingback chair I bought on ebay 5 years ago when Ollie was born recovered in for the living room?

It also has a matching ottoman. Oh yes and I will be painting the legs!

I am leaning towards the thick Black and White Stripe and perhaps adding a dash of colour with one of these from Ada and Darcy.

http://www.adaanddarcy.com.au

Love to hear your thoughts I am the worst at making decisions for my own home!

SALE

2011-01-02T02:08:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year all!

Take a look at some of our sale items available online!

Country Style Christmas

2010-12-26T14:24:00.000-08:00

Just a sneak peek at the table and my new dining chairs!

I will post a more detailed look later.

I hope everybody had a fantastic Christmas!

We all had a wonderful day.

Merry Christmas All!

2010-12-22T13:29:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas All!

The forecast looks good and the dining room is set.

I am off to decorate outside..............

tie the bows on my posts I have been meaning to for weeks.

A big thankyou to Julie-Ann at The Decorating Forum for featuring my blog last week!

Christmas in the Dining Room!

2010-12-13T20:07:00.000-08:00

This year we are having Christmas at my house!

I am not all organised but the tree is up with Ollie's beautiful decoration he made at school right at the top.

It will be lovely, just 8 adults and 4 little children plus baby Hugo!

Due to the 'normal' numbers we are going to have it in the dining room.

If it is a beautiful day I will open the french doors to the verandah.

In The Shed Today....

2010-12-11T23:31:00.000-08:00

I have had a much needed whole weekend at home!

Today I deadheaded the roses then headed straight to the shed for a big reshuffle, to unpack my new stock and to make way for more new arrivals this week.

We have been fortunate enough not to have been too effected by the rain so are reaping lentils, thoughts go to those farmers who have been less fortunate in other areas.

Adore Magazine Feature!

2010-12-04T22:32:00.000-08:00

Very very excited to be featured in the super stylish new issue of Adore Home Magazine!

If you haven't already subscribed please pop over and do so it is just gorgeous.

Big thanks to editor Loni Parker for the beautiful layout of my feature!

Also to local girls Kelly Dyett of Black Sheep Photography and Susan Pointon of Lemon Tree Photography for their stunning photographs of my house.

Busy Times!

2010-11-29T01:41:00.000-08:00

My Winchester Cathedrals

Harvest has started (slowly), the roses are out.............deadheading required, Christmas Trading is in full swing with new stock arriving all the time, I have been helping with the Choreography for my son's first school production on this Thursday night and I have just had my first stall at the Maitland Art and Craft Fair.

Life is busy but it is amazing what you can get done when you are so busy!

Really looking forward to the show on Thursday night.

Special thanks to lovely Bec from Life In the Country Lane for helping me move my stall out of the weather Sat. lovely to catch up in the flesh!

Oh Fiddlesticks!

2010-11-25T02:51:00.000-08:00

Don't you just love a talented friend.............

I am so excited to introduce to you Fiddlesticks Design by my gorgeous friend Sarah Hollams.

This lovely lady is a local girl, mother to 3 beautiful boys, a dedicated farmers wife and one of the most talented decorators I know! (You should see her house!)

She was so shy when she first showed me her designs.

As soon as I saw them I just had to have them in my shop.

I absolutely love Sarah's style and they compliment my wares so well.

For more take a look in my store!

Pop Over for Some Honey and Fizz

2010-11-16T14:11:00.000-08:00

Pop over to Simone's gorgeous blog Honey and Fizz where she takes a peek in to my home this week.

Thanks Simone!

Accessorise Outside!

2010-11-10T03:41:00.000-08:00

This beautiful weather has got me out in the garden and playing with my outdoor accessories from the shop!

In My Garden Today

2010-11-09T00:43:00.000-08:00

Winchester Cathedral

English Box & Icebergs

My garden is no 'Fawley' but now in its fourth year it is finally starting to take shape!

I had a lovely stroll around the garden in the beautiful weather this afternoon and took these snaps to share.

Fabulous Fawley

2010-11-03T16:45:00.000-07:00

Ruth & the Girls

The Veggie Garden!

The Parking Space!

The most beautiful tennis court ever.

The topiary garden- not as good as Simon Griffith's photo!

Ruth & the Girls behind the Pierres full of buds!

I was very honoured indeed to be able to take my YP Garden Girls to see the magical garden of Fawley,an Adelaide Hills property belonging to dear family friends Ruth and Mal Hemmerling.

Now I have been there many a time over the years but even I still get excited every time we head on up the plane tree lined driveway!

I had explained to the girls that it was a rare treat but there is no real way to even describe this property's true beauty.

You may have seen it pop up in the Real Estate section of SA Life, in last months Country Style Magazine or in the newly released book Rural Australian Gardens by Myles Baldwin and in my previous post.

On entering in to the French Provincial style kitchen via the gorgeous mudroom we all looked at each other and said "lets go in together and buy it............can we please?"

Ruth had made us a beautiful cake, coffee and we sat down to chat about gardens and where we were from and at with our gardens. Mal pulled out the album of before photos when Falwey was merely a house on a hill surrounded by paddocks.

Then the stroll around the garden escorted by Ruth. With the girls gushing and 'asking what plant is this?' It was truly evident that Ruth is a real gardener with a huge amount of knowledge and experience.

I didn't want to leave (never do) but we headed off to the Woodside Providore for a gourmet lunch and a bottle of Adelaide Hills Sav Blanc to cap off a perfect day out!

I purchased my copy of Rural Australian Gardens from Matilda Bookshop (the most quaint and inviting store) at Stirling, the last copy in the store and I was not disappointed.

Thanks Ruth & Mal for sharing and inspiring us.

The photos say the rest!

Lunch with the Ladies

2010-10-31T14:11:00.000-07:00

Just a little peek at a lunch I recently hosted for my sister in law Jo's birthday and for us all to have a little catch up before Hugo Maxwell arrived!

Nine mothers and twelve children, including a set of twins and a newborn...........we had it all.

On the menu were chicken, mushroom and leak pies with rocket pear and parmesean salad, dressed in a sticky balsamic, follwed by individual lemon and sour cream cakes for dessert.

A fun time was had by all, both mums and babes which proves you CAN entertain with children!

The next day I did it all again but this time for four ladies and no kids.

I love an entrance!

2010-10-24T13:59:00.000-07:00

I love an entrance!

So many farm houses have one but nobody uses them............what a waste.

When we were building our house I deliberately set up our round driveway to make visitors enter through our front door and into our entrance hall.

I think first impressions are so important.

What is your entrance like?

Thanks to Susan from Lemon Tree Photography for taking these pics for me.

It's a boy!

2010-10-23T01:36:00.000-07:00

I am so happy to announce to you all that I have a beautiful new baby nephew Hugo Maxwell born on Thursday at 8.58am and weighing in at 9lb 8oz (a week before his due date!).

He was the baby I referred to in my The Shed Before and After post whose conception was blamed on my launch night!

We were lucky enough to be able to scoot off to Adelaide yesterday to meet him!

Straight to The Shed for bunting, bunny and singlets for our precious little nephew.

My big boy Ollie is completely taken with him and the proudest big cousin ever and I am a very proud Aunty too!

Tommy

2010-10-14T05:50:00.000-07:00

My husband was lucky enough to be able to swan off on a "farm tour" today with one of his boarding school friends Wes, whilst I and my lovely friend Susan from Lemon Tree Photography (who took these photos of my little Tommy) were flat out on my house shoot for a mag (details soon).

The day was not without drama we had a visit from a HUGE BROWN SNAKE!

Thankyou Susan you are amazing! xx

Letitia

Adore Home Magazine

2010-10-08T15:52:00.000-07:00

New Online Australian Home and Lifestyle Magazine Adore Home Magazine Spring Issue is online now!

Very excited to have got a mention on page 35 as a stockist of the
Karlsson Mr White Wall Clock!

If you haven't read it pop over there now and take a look!

Already looking forward to the next issue.

Building with Wood

2010-10-03T16:23:00.000-07:00

IMAGES Building with Wood Unique Living with Mi Casa

I love a good book swap between friends! This is what Georgie has lent me to drool over and drooling I am! Building with Wood Unique Living with Mi Casa

Hope you are all having a fantastic weekend. I am spending a much needed day in the garden today.