New Cape Cod Kitchen Lights

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

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

Thanks to all who entered the ticket giveaway!

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

Pewter

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

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

I have 10 x double passes to Better Homes and Gardens LIVE 24th - 26th February 2012 at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton.

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

Don’t miss live stage shows from your favourite TV presenters, inspiring ideas, workshops and 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 out for the whole family!

All your favourite Better Homes and Gardens 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 will take to the stage to share their creative and original ideas to help you make yours 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

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

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.