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Friday Favorites

2012-01-27T19:10:00.001Z

Welcome to my new weekly feature- Friday Favorites. Each week I'll shall post a gallery of some of my favorite products from other traders for you to enjoy and have a peek. I wish you all a lovely weekend !

Ideal Sunday Brunch Location

2012-01-15T13:31:00.004Z

Image via Alvhem

Happy Sunday to you all ! Today I would love to be in a rooftop like this one chilling out with the Sunday papers having a delicious Brunch !

SALE ends 15th January !

2012-01-14T12:50:00.000Z

As my line of works takes a new direction I'm saying goodbye to many of my prints in order to have a fresh start and create space in my Studio for this new chapter. Discounted prints up to 65% off on my shop @ Not on The High Street. Sale ends on Sunday 15th Uk Time.

Outdoor Cinema Garden Party Inspiration !

2012-01-12T19:44:00.000Z

Image via Hello Friend

Having closed a chapter of Christmas get-together's another opens with Spring and Summer gatherings ahead -I know!! We are only in January, but is my way to get through this wintery month by dreaming up fun social events at our home with our friends and family . I just came across this image of a gorgeous Summer evening garden cinema party and I just had to share it with you ! I think I might just have to copy it ;-)

Massimo Viatli London Exhibition

2012-01-06T10:16:00.002Z

I fell in love with Massimo Vitalis' images years ago whilst browsing through the Photographic book section in Waterstones bookshop and I hope to own one of his prints one day!

The images made so much of an impact on me that since then I have developed a phobia of crowded beaches and refuse to be part of a crowd following a trend! Although I must add that these images make me smile seeing the humour in them and at the same time bringing me great memories of my childhood and teen holidays.

Massimo Viatli was born in Como, Italy 1944. He moved to London after high school to study Photography where after that his career began and hasn't looked back since. After working as a photojournalist and cinematographer for many years he then began his beach series in 1995.

Massimo Vitali's work can be found in the collections of the Guggenheim in New York, the Centro de Arte Reina Sofia in Madrid, Spain and the Elton John collection.

If you are in London over the next few weeks I'm very excited to tell you there's currently an exhibition of his work in London until January 28th at the Brancolini Grimaldi Gallery. For opening times check here.

Happy 2012 ! What's your Wish list?

2012-01-04T22:22:00.000Z

I hope you all had a lovely xmas time and 2012 is a great new chapter ahead for everyone.

I've decided this year I'm not going to do my traditional mental list of resolutions aiming to give up certain things and improve others, instead I'm going to write a little wish list. Here is part of my list to give you an idea..

*Learn how to cook a mean Thai curry ( vegetarian of course )

*Get back into Tennis after a couple of decades of neglect!

*Visit a new European city

*Travel to an Exotic location

*Finally go to New York and visit my good friends there ( although I fear I might not wanna come back! )

*Learn how to Windsurf ! - yes Sally !! :-)

*Create my photo albums the good old fashion style ( I have tooo many stored in boxes !!

*Spend more quality time with friends and family

*Write postcards to let special ones know I'm thinking of them

*Work with a charity organization

*Learn to grow a proper vegetable garden

*Go to Chinese Language classes ?

*Run a marathon even if it is a little one to start with ;-)

Perhaps I'm being a little bit ambitious but I'll let you know how I get on!

What is your wish list?

Christmas Holidays in London

2011-12-27T20:21:00.001Z

As many of you might know by now I love London, perhaps because I'm a city girl at heart!

Last weekend we had a fabulous time in the city as we decided to stay and embrace what the big smoke has to offer around this time of year. I thought I'd share with you the places we visited should you be in the area and might like to check them out.

Marie had given us a fabulous and very generous Christmas present, tickets to see the Nutcracker Ballet at London's Colosseum ! And what a visual feast it was ! So magical and Christmassy!

The next day it was a beautiful crisp and sunny Sunday morning, so we made our way to London's Borough Market where we had brunch in a local cafeteria whilst surrounded by the markets culinary delights for this time of year; Mulled Wine, Mince pies, Cakes, Cheeses and much more.

The South Bank was our last stop for a lunch date with great friends that had come over from New York! This is one of my favorite area of the city where you have all the cultural centers in one hub. The Tate Modern, London Film Theatre, Hayward Gallery and more by the river Thames . Here you can sit and sip some wine whilst absorbing the city atmosphere and views, people watch with the Jazz sounds in the background coming from a street performer, total bliss !!

At this time of year the Christmas German market occupies most of the river front which is packed with a great variety of craft & food stalls, great for this time of year. I hope I have given you a little glimpse of what London can be like if you live on the other side of the world. What is your place like at this time of year?

I hope you all have had a great Christmas time with lots of quality time with friends and loved ones ;-)

My Sunday Movie

2011-12-13T21:48:00.001Z

Now that I'm back here I'll tell you about my Sunday movie. I usually write about it on a Monday following my Sunday Afternoon tradition. I know this post is a day late but we can pretend I wrote it yesterday ;-)

A few months ago whilst having coffee with my good friend Jane, she handed me over a book and said 'you should read this as I think you will love it as much as I did.' - and I did !! Since then we have got into a habit of exchanging and recommending each other books. I have to tell you The Help is one of those books that I'll never forget and currently is at my number one rank of my favorite books of all time!!

When I saw that it had turned up into a movie I was a little bit apprehensive to go and see it. I didn't want it to destroy all those perfect images I had created in my mind of this wonderful story that is so beautifully narrated by the author Kathryn Stockett.

Last weekend my mom had come to visit and on Sunday we decided to give the movie a try. What can I say?? I LOVED IT !! It filled all my expectations of what a movie turned from a book should be. The characters, the setting, the dialogue...Everything was as I had pictured it! I was so thrilled! Emma Stone is outstanding so are the other actors. If you haven't read the book or seen the movie I very much recommend it.

Here is the book description by Amazon(sorry I'm just been lazy):

Enter a vanished and unjust world: Jackson, Mississippi, 1962. Where black maids raise white children, but aren't trusted not to steal the silver...

There's Aibileen, raising her seventeenth white child and nursing the hurt caused by her own son's tragic death; Minny, whose cooking is nearly as sassy as her tongue; and white Miss Skeeter, home from College, who wants to know why her beloved maid has disappeared.

Skeeter, Aibileen and Minny. No one would believe they'd be friends; fewer still would tolerate it. But as each woman finds the courage to cross boundaries, they come to depend and rely upon one another. Each is in a search of a truth. And together they have an extraordinary story to tell...

Thank you Jane XX

Back on Track...

2011-12-12T16:32:00.006Z

Time flies and thinking about it I haven't been here for a long time! As I mentioned before I had a major operation , so I've had to spend a sometime healing. I'm glad to say I'm feeling much better.

So much has happened in the last couple of months. I've visited some fabulous exhibitions including an amazing Photography exhibition-Paris Photo! -A surprise birthday present from Matt !It was just what the 'doctor ordered' - a few amazing days in my beloved city -Paris !! Later on this week when I find five minutes I shall tell you more about the exhibitions and Paris.

Also there are new projects in the processes for the start of 2012 involving rebranding all my work which shall share more with you when is all completed.

In the meantime I'm very busy in the studio producing Christmas orders and creating private commissions. All back to normal at last ! ( and dreaming of Paris, the quintessential cafes and all the charm that this amazing city has to offer )

London's Frieze Art Fair This Weekend

2011-10-13T23:07:00.004+01:00

If you are in London this weekend you might like to know Frieze Art Fair is in town! A wonderful showcase of over 170 galleries from around the world featuring leading contemporary artists. The exhibition takes place in London's Regent Park every October.

Arboreal (Detail)
Rohini Devasher

For those that live in the US you'll be able to attend Frieze Art Fair in New York's Randall's Island, Manhattan and will take place on 4-7 May 2012. It will be the first time the exhibition crosses over the pond.

Noriko
Jon Kessler

I highly recommend a visit for those that love modern art and haven't had the chance to visit the fair before.

For visitor information and ticket prices click here. October 13-16.

A Dangling Conversation:...
Uwe Henneken

New Website Coming Soon !

2011-10-11T11:46:00.000+01:00

Hopefully by the end of the week I'll be able to launch my new website...So watch this space :-)

My Sunday Movie

2011-10-10T08:37:00.003+01:00

Remember sometime ago I used to write about my Sunday afternoon movie ? Well after some of you emailed me asking me about it I thought I'd bring the post again.
Now that Autumn has finally decided to make an appearance it is time to chill at home with a DVD, cup of tea and nice homemade cake or make a trip to the pictures- my Sunday afternoon tradition since I was a kid in Barcelona.
Yesterday I saw the French film ' Little White Lies'. Written and directed by award winning director of the film ' Tell No One' Guillaume Canet and boyfriend of the amazing and Oscar winner actress Marion Cotillard.
Every Summer Max ( Francois Cluzet ) hires out a beautiful beach house for his family and friends. But this year the vacation is not so much fun as each guest raises the veil that for years has covered their true feelings. Their relationships and friendships are tested when they are in a difficult situation having to own up to the little white lies they have been telling each other.
I personally really liked it, so if you don't mind watching a movie with subtitles I recommend you watching the movie.

Steve Jobs..Thank You

2011-10-06T10:11:00.000+01:00

Steve Jobs..

"You were an incredible visionary and because of you the world is a more creative place..”

Enjoying Twitter

2011-10-01T14:14:00.000+01:00

Well my friends..a few months ago I had mentioned I had joined Twitter. Finally I'm getting into it and understanding how it works ! Yes..I know it is easy for some but it takes me a while to get into new things! :-)
You can join me here and say hi if you wish. Have a lovely wknd !! XO

I'm back !

2011-09-30T16:03:00.004+01:00

Some of you might know the reason to my absence in the last couple of months in my Blog...
Thank you to all my lovely friends and family for being there for me after my operation. The visits, lovely flowers, homemade baking , cards, emails and phone calls have made me feel totally overwhelmed and so much loved.
When life brings tough times into ones life you realize how important friendship and family are and not to take for granted... I've made a promise to myself to take make more time for special moments with loved ones and not work 24/7 and I'm really gonna try and stick to it !!
Although I'm still on a slow road of recovery I'm going to aim to get back into Blogging as I have missed it! I also have so much to tell and share with you, so watch this space :-)

Bill Cunningham

2011-07-21T23:36:00.003+01:00

Image by The Sartorialist

Last weekend when I was in London and catching up with my friend Jo over a delicious coffee and warm croissants when she told me all about her new online project with her business partner Marcio, Fashion Aperitiv. I'll tell you more about it when the project has launched.We were discussing fashion photographers and how fashion photography has changed over the years through the social media we have at our finger tips. The Sartorialist and Garance Dore came to mind as well as Bill Cunnigham who I recently discovered through the Blogsphere . As I was telling Jo all about my recent discovery and the upcoming movie on his work, I realized how little some of us knew about this amazing photographer who is finally getting the attention he deserves, the real Sartorialist.

Bill Cunningham in the streets of New York

For those that are not sure what I'm talking about, The Sartorialist and Garance Dore have become worldwide known Bloggers and fashion Photographers for documenting street style in their travels, mainly in fashionable cities such as Paris, Milan etc... so much so that the Sartorialist ( Scott Schuman) has had a book published on his work. But unknown to me and many others Bill Cunningham, an 80 yr old photographer for the New York times is the real pioneer of this voyeuristic style of fashion/street style photography. Bill Cunningham's work and lifestyle has been documented into a movie which you'll also be able to get hold of on DVD if you are not be able to watch it on your movie screens in your country- I can't wait !

Bill Cunningham in the Streets of Manhattan

Sundays' Car Boot Sale

2011-07-10T23:09:00.005+01:00

Yesterday, whilst chatting with my friend Lara at a lovely garden party we were at for our friends send off before they move to China, she told me that a couple of weeks ago had she had experienced her first car boot sale in order to get rid of unwanted items before they move to their new home. So today I became inspired and went to check my local car boot sale.

Refreshments and mobile cafes

For those that don't know what I'm talking about because you might be reading in another part of the world to where I'm writing this, a car boot sale is an event that usually takes place at weekends all around the UK. The idea is that you take your car, set up a table with your unwanted belongings i.e; shoes, clothes, books, toys, furniture etc.. and sell them for little to nothing. It is a good way to get rid of your items and make a bit of extra money. As they they say here 'one person's rubbish is another treasure '. When I first came to this country I thought it was a little bit strange but actually it does make sense in a recyclable way.

For the Garden

Fashion items displayed in alternative ways.

Lost love letters and someone else's personal old family photos

A vast range of books

Although I have not gone as a seller yet, I might consider it one day as I'm not yet ready to depart with any of my belongings just yet much to Matt's disappointment... But I did bring home an old mirror and a little cabinet that I'm going to paint and refurbish.

Shoppers on the way home with their new found bargains

For more information on local car boot sales in UK and Europe you can check here.

Relaxing in The Garden

2011-07-04T09:38:00.006+01:00

I hope you all had a great weekend enjoying the sunshine if you were lucky to have some in your part of the world.. After a very long week packed with a lot of work, socializing, eating and drinking till all ours of the night, it was lovely to finally sit in the garden with a cold drink and a great book, Sunday papers and some magazines! Now Monday morning I'm totally re energized to face another very busy week ahead...I hope you have a good one too :-)

London's Portabello Market

2011-06-24T05:56:00.122+01:00

Protabello Rd

Quintessential English china

Anything goes...

When I was living in London my Saturdays' consisted of a ten minute walk down to Notting Hill for a good catch up with friends on the weeks events over brunch. After a very lazy breakfast; many lattes and people watching we would casually stroll down to Portabello's market which, by then was buzzing with people everywhere. Locals pretty much doing the same as us and many tourists checking out the local landmarks; the market with its exotic fruit, antiques and fun items of clothing. You can't miss the great global mix of aromas food stalls have to offer ranging Caribbean, French, Mexican and Turkish whilst funky music is blurring out from various cds stalls.I love Notting Hill for the eclectic mix of people, food and independent shops with a great buzz of creativity everywhere :-)

To the market and Open for 24 Hrs

Specialist shops Market Day

Iconic images on an opticians 'Notting Hill' Movie's Famous door

An Englishman's Home is its Castle....

This post is dedicated to my lovely friends from the 'hood' for the happy memories :-)

People Watching In London

2011-06-09T08:25:00.006+01:00

A couple of days ago I was in London to visit Pulse. After the show it was such a lovely day that I took a walk back to my old neighbourhood. I had a couple of hours to spare whilst waiting to hook up with my friend Jo for a drink, so with my camera in hand I took tons of photos which I'll write a post on soon. I love London so much for the relaxed attitude to be as you like and the best thing is that no one really cares!

Home Photo Shoot Part 2

2011-06-01T10:37:00.002+01:00

Time has flown by so much ! It has been a very long time since I posted here but the last few months have been manic!

Last week I was asked to take images of my home for a possible project that I'll tell you about when I can, which has inspired me to rearrange and decorate my house again! So this morning I managed to convince Matt to help me out to paint and rearrange the furniture. The images here are of our two living rooms. The first image is where the tv room is facing the front of the house. It is a small cosy room decorated with an eclectic mix of furniture. The two tables I painted and distressed and the shelving is from Ikea, which works fantastically as an alternative way of displaying my photographs. The gorgeous lampshade is from Graham & Green, one of my favorite shops along with Anthropology- Of course !

In last three images you can see the "chill out" room as we call it..It faces the garden so this is where we spend a lot spend time reading and listening to music... The cushions/pillows are from my collection in my shop, the sofa bed is great when we have guests which is from Ikea, the two lovely paintings above are a wedding gift from my Aunt Rosa Mirambell, a very talented artist from Barcelona, Spain. The blue painting bellow is one of mine and the book shelf I painted and refurbished. The brown coffee table is going to have " white " makeover today.

The last two months we've had amazing sunshine, which I was finding it frustrating working in my studio as it doesn't have such a great view. I moved a little table near the garden door so I can have the laptop as a means to catch up on emails whilst enjoying the garden view and animal noises coming through from the forest. So as you can see the two rooms have a purpose :-)

Easter Treat : Chocolate & Hazelnut Meringue Cake

2011-04-23T23:22:00.008+01:00

Growing up, part of my family tradition was to have a chocolate cake on Easter Sunday, usually made by my mother whilst holidaying in the Pyrenees with friends and family. When I have the time I love baking, apart from the fact thatI find it very therapeutic, it also evokes certain memories with the aromas and flavours created .

So this afternoon whilst feeling a little bit nostalgic I started looking for yummy recipes and inspiration. After sometime researching I came across this amazing recipe of a flourless, gluten free Chocolate and Hazelnut meringue cake, which I thought I'd share with you....

The recipe comes from one of my daily Blog reads, Tartelette. Founded by the very talented French pastry chef Helene, now living in the US. I recommend you visit her Blog and you'll be immediately inspired by her beautiful images and collection of delicious recipes, which are all gluten free...
For the Chocolate & Hazelnut Meringue Cake recipe click here. Happy Easter ! :-)
*Images by Helene @ tartelette

Weekend in Devon

2011-04-19T08:02:00.008+01:00

Mrng ! Now back from our weekend away in Devon from visiting our friends.

It was a long journey due to a lot of traffic so whilst Matt was driving I tried to give it a shot to take some pictures of the beautiful countryside and lovely yellow fields...I think they came out surprisingly well ...

Countryside narrow roads taking us through quintessential English villages

Archie showing us through their amazing farm

Cool tree house... Definitely any kids dream, I know it was always mine!!

One of their super cute orphan lambs...This one is one week old

There's always a debate at home about where to live in the near future. Although we live in the countryside near London the question is whether to go and live in a more rural area or back in the city...I love the countryside and I'm a total animal lover but there's not a happier place in my heart than the big old smoke !!!

I know it sounds crazy to some but I think it could be partly to where you grew up and where your roots are... Somehow I don't think this long debate that goes back some years will ever be resolved :-(

Meeting Holly Becker

2011-04-16T09:23:00.005+01:00

Next week I'll let you know all about my meeting Holly Becker from decor8 a couple of days ago in London's Liberty shop at at Book launch she did promoting her new book, Decorate...What I can say for the moment is that she is super lovely !
I'm now off away for the weekend to visit some friends in their country home in Devon..I can't wait to go for nice walks by the sea, have lazy dinner and talk till late with a nice glass of wine...Have a lovely weekend what ever you are up too :-)
*Image by Liberty

Blog Mention

2011-04-16T09:01:00.001+01:00

Hi my lovely friends... Here I am back to my posting after neglecting my Blog for sometime as I had to have a little break to concentrate on other things. In the meantime I have to thank Rhona Wheeldon for writing such a lovely post on my work ! Thank you so much Rhona :-) You can check her fab blog here which is full of inspiration for all those flower enthusiasts...

Paperchase Postcards Now in Store !

2011-03-21T14:40:00.003Z

I was delighted to see the other day my postcards now selling in Paperchase stores Nationwide !

Vanessa Bruno Fashion Film

2011-03-16T11:50:00.001Z

Le film “ Miracle ” avec Lou Doillon et Jessica Joffe.

The film “ Miracle ” with Lou Doillon and Jessica Joffe.

http://www.vanessabruno.com/?film-Summer11

Last night I was surfing the nett and came across this super creative fashion film by Vanessa Bruno, French Fashion Designer. The way we communicate through the media has come so far in so many levels!

We Pray for Japan Bracelet by Lady Gaga

2011-03-15T12:21:00.001Z

Lady Gaga has designed a bracelet " We Pray for Japan". They cost $5 and all proceeds will go for the Japan tsunami relief. You can buy yours here.
We are thinking of you .

Twittering on Twitter

2011-03-15T07:55:00.002Z

Image from Mrs. Inman

After a long time neglecting the idea of joining Twitter, I'm now discovering this fascinating new world !

You can find me here, so please come and say hi :-)

Country Living Spring Fair 23-27 March London

2011-03-14T08:29:00.005Z

To celebrate 20 years of the Country Living Spring Fair the magazine has got together 400 exhibitors for the forthcoming show next week in London's Business Design Centre.

You'll be able to buy directly from independent designers, makers and retailers from all over the UK. A range of gorgeous products for the home and garden, food, clothes and jewellery will be on sale. The show runs from 23-27 March and you can find directions to get there here. Ticket price is £16 at the door unless you want to save some pennies and buy online in advance.

I wont be exhibiting this time due to other work commitments but I'm going to try for the Christmas Fair.

Home Products- Part 3

2011-03-10T17:36:00.002Z

These images are part of my new collection of placemats

coming soon on the website

And matching coasters too...

Home Products Photo Shoot -Part 2

2011-03-08T21:12:00.013Z

As I mentioned in my last post I'm working on my new website and catalogue which has inspired me to take new images of my products. A new project that I've been enjoying tremendously as interiors and styling has always been one of my interests!

So much time, thought and work goes into taking an image that sometimes when flicking through the lovely images in interior magazines I have taken for granted.

So having just had a little taster I'm willing to learn and pursue this new venture even if it is for fun- so watch this space :-)

Home Photo Shoot - Part 1

2011-03-06T21:45:00.027Z

Today being such a lovely sunny day it inspired me to take photos of my products for the new website and catalogue.

I used corners of our home as a canvas to promote the new cushion and print collection aiming to create a lifestyle image...

It became quite a full on day ( more than I envisaged) and a little bit exhausting towards the end, but I thoroughly enjoyed it !

Now I have to go back and work through some more editing; above is a little sneak preview of what I have done so far...

Blog Mention

2011-03-01T07:39:00.003Z

Thank you so much to Carole King from 'Dear Designer's Blog' for a lovely article on my work. You can check her inspirational Blog here.

Back to the Future

2011-02-26T07:49:00.005Z

I'm loving this photographic project from Argentine photographer Irina Werning where she gets people to reenact photographic images from their childhood!

Have a lovely weekend whatever you are up to-Me I'm going to try and catch some of the Oscars ...I'm for team 'The Social Network' , for best supporting actor Geoffrey Rush ( The Kings Speech) and best actress for Annette Bening in 'The kids Are Alright'. You can see more of the nominations here ..who are your favourties?

Medici Greeting Cards

2011-02-23T12:35:00.012Z

Many months ago I was approached by the renowned greeting card Medici to use some of my images. I was sooo thrilled and flattered ! After many talks, meetings and discussions the cards are in print ! So at last I have in my hands the lovely collection from Medici greeting cards featuring my 13 of my images ! I'm so happy with them and how they look !

You can see more in my shop here and in Not on the High Street.

Great News !!

2011-02-04T14:07:00.007Z

My dearest friends a couple of weeks ago I hinted about some exciting news..Well I can say now that the lovely Stationery chain Paperchase have purchased some of my images which will be in the shops later this year! I'm so excited, for me it is a great honor as I'm always stocking up on their diaries and notebooks. Paperchase is very big in the UK but also in The Netherlands and Dubai. I'll keep you informed when they are in the shops :-)

Home Inspiration-Swedish Style

2011-01-29T12:04:00.022Z

My passion for Swedish decor goes a while back when I had my first apartment and decided to paint & distress all my furniture white - ignoring the constant banter from my friends commenting that I myself was going to end up looking white too ! Years on I still get just as passionate when sourcing for inspiration and come across lovely images such as the ones above collected for my scrap book... aren't they so dreamy?

Images are from Debi Treloar, Living etc and via sfgirlbyday.

Have a lovely weekend whatever your plans are :-)

25 Foot Flower Sculptures

2011-01-24T12:31:00.003Z

Mrng! I thought I'd share with you this image of the installation called The Roses by artist Will Ryman which is currently on Park Avenue, New York. The sculpture consists of 30 giant pink and red roses, along with bees, ladybugs and beetles. I can't wait to find time to discover this amazing city !

Cupcakes For Tea?

2011-01-23T12:36:00.022Z

As some of you might know by now I love the English tradition of an afternoon cup of tea and cake, although I think this is a more visual feast and a time to catch up with friends than anything else!

This week I was thrilled when I had a request from a client to shoot cupcakes; I've spent all weekend taking hundreds of images of these lovely cakes I bought from a very talented lady that makes them, Vanilla Rose Cakes- it has been a difficult task not to fall into the temptation to have one or two!!

Having finished my task we are off to see our afternoon Sunday movie, The King's Speech.

I hope your weekend is a good one so far :-)

Morning Frost

2011-01-19T11:16:00.009Z

Although I tend to complain many times about the weather and missing my sunshine, I must admit I do like the fact that we have four seasons and what they all bring to nature. The colors, textures, sounds , smells, temperature are part of what define each season. This morning as I was having my coffee contemplating out of the window I saw this lovely frost captured by my plants and got me thinking how much garden needs TLC ....mmm..How long for Springtime? :-)

New Logo

2011-01-18T06:31:00.003Z

I'm pleased to announce that I finally organized myself and got myself a logo! I know it has taken its time but I had to find one that I loved ! Luckily I stumbled this amazing designer called Michelle from Swept Away Designs based in the United States. Her portfolio has a great variety of lovely & very creative designs to suit all types of businesses . You can check more of her work here .

Just a Bit of News...

2011-01-13T07:39:00.003Z

My dear friends I have some amazing news but I cant share with you all until I have signed the dotted line. All I can say is that involves a major stationary retail company that I have always been a fan of :-)

50 % SALE

2011-01-04T10:21:00.006Z

Dear all..I hope the beginning of 2011 is going well for you. Here at the studio it is all back to work as I'm getting ready the new spring/summer collection for my trade clients in the next couple of weeks. Meanwhile I have to make way for new products to appear on my various sites and craft shows soon. As a result there is a little bit of spring cleaning here in Beech Grove Studio with a 50% SALE on my U.K and U.S.A sites with prints available from as little as £6 and $ 5.50...You can see more in Not On The High Street and Etsy.

2011 Here We Come!

2010-12-31T09:35:00.010Z

image by zebra paperclip

My dear friends as we are about to close a chapter on 2010 and what has been for me a crazy one with lots of upheavals, I'm glad to do closure and embrace a new one for sure !

With many exciting new projects projects planned for 2011 that I'm very excited to tell you about- but I'm going to have to wait to tell you until next year- I wish you all a wonderful start to 2011 with all you desire coming your way...

Thank you all for support, loyalty and friendship xxxxx

Kato and Woody

2010-12-29T21:45:00.009Z

I hope you all have had a lovely xmas time and a chance to chill with friends and family. We were snowed in so had a quiet one whilst our lovely cats Kato and Woody had fun exploring and investigating all the snow in the garden. We got them from our local rescue centre, Diana Brimblecombe back in the summer and they have been so lovely to have around. I know it is a personal choice where your animals come from but I so much encourage and highly recommend animals that need a home. It is so rewarding and fun!

Tracking Santa

2010-12-22T06:30:00.003Z

This website is lovely for the kids that would like to track Santa's travels. With language options to choose from so no one can miss out (It helps if you have google earth on your computer to see it on 3D)Enjoy and make sure you have the volume on to hear the music...

Ice Skating @ Somerset House

2010-12-20T21:51:00.012Z

Every year I have managed to miss the lovely annual Ice skating ring at Somerset house but I am determined to try and take a visit this time ( snow permitting! )

They have different programs to offer to suit everyone ; Friday and Saturday Dj nights, Wheelchair sessions, Student discounts and Breakfast with Tiffany Saturday mornings. Free entry for one child with every adult and everyone gets a Tiffany Cupcake, with a free hot chocolate for the kids and a glass of Champagne for the grown ups ! Sounds fabulous and very festive but unfortunately Matt and I are both very clumsy and accident prone so I think we'll just have to take a stroll and take the atmosphere in from afar :-)

Print Your Own Christmas Stationery

2010-12-20T07:56:00.010Z

The Posh Event Copper Kiwi Design

North Design The Tom Kat Studio

Download Tracy Ann Digital Art

Annebeestje Lazy Day Cottage

As we are still stuck here with a blanket of snow in our surroundings with nowhere to go I'm having to be creative with my Christmas to do list ! I recently discovered a world out there of fabulous online designers at Etsy that sell printable gift boxes,wrapping paper, tags and much more! It is a great, fast and affordable way to obtain original stationery. With a click of a button you have it on your computer within 24 hrs and you can use them over as many times you wish...Enjoy :-)

last minute xmas shopping

2010-12-18T10:42:00.007Z

lullilu , alphabet bags , forever & ever , anusha

peruvian knitwear , through the cottage door , london cycle map , three wise monkeys t-shirt

furnitoys , I love retro , when I was a kid, little butterfly toys

hand warmers, birdy home kids moccasins, This is pretty

It has been a couple of mad weeks with the run up for xmas producing stock for the shop and dispatching orders.

Today as I'm writing here looking through the window it is all white and although very pretty the snow aint going anywhere,it is here to stay for sometime!! So if you are like me and stuck at home with a need to finish your xmas shopping - yes , I always leave it to last minute...more fun that way...sometimes! ) I have made a small selection of original gifts from the great online shop , not on the high street ( where I also have my shop). Also lets not forget to buy local from the lovely independent shops that have a lot to offer too! Good luck & have a good a fabulous weekend...I'm off to dig out my xmas decorations and then off to take more pics of the snow :-)

It's all snow here!

2010-12-02T08:25:00.002Z

This morning we had unexpected snow for this time of year here in England. It all looks so pretty! I'm going to take the opportunity to shoot some photographs...Have a good day!

New Sets on My Etsy Shop.

2010-10-18T10:55:00.005+01:00

The last couple of months have been some of the most manic I've ever had! (I'm still dreaming of Bali) In the meantime I have created some sets of four images. You can see more in my Etsy shop.

The Selby- New Images

2010-10-01T11:46:00.008+01:00

I'm finally back from the city with a great need to rest, so I'll explain more about the exhibition next week.

In the meantime I thought I'd share with you some fabulous new images from The Selby. For those that have not visited The Selby yet, you might spend a good few hours having a peak at the most amazing houses, so a warning there- it can be seriously addictive!

There's a book now you can buy from here. Enjoy and have a great weekend.

gerald decock - hairdresser and visual artist at his home - new york city - july 12 2010

albert maysles - filmmaker; and gillian walker - therapist at their home - harlem - sept 22nd 2010

lyndsay caleo - goldsmith and interior designer; and fitzhugh karol - woodworker and interior designer at their home - brooklyn - june 9th 2010

lucy chadwick - gallery director, duffy - hairdresser with emma - ballerina at their home - london - june 7 2009

I'm off to the city for a few days..

2010-09-26T23:54:00.004+01:00

Well folks the day is finally here! Finally I'm off to London for 5 days to be part of an exhibition I've been working for months! I shall tell you all about it when I get back...Be good and have a good week Xx0

Ps. The photograph is my mother somewhere in Argentina not so long ago :-)

An Englishman in New York: Photographic Exhibition -Jason Bell

2010-09-24T22:01:00.009+01:00

Liam Neason

Kate Winslet

Zoe Heller

If you happen to be in London this weekend you might want to pop in the National Portrait Gallery and check the current photographic exhibition"An Englishman in New York" by Jason Bell. British born photographer living in New york was inspired by some of the 120,000 British men and women living in the big Apple. Jason has photographed leading figures setting the cultural agenda in the city such as; Kate Winslet, Writter Zoe Heller and Sting are to name a few. The exhibition runs until 11 of April 2011.

Have a great weekend whatever you are doing, the sunshine is great here but I'm afraid is a work all weekend for me preparing for my exhibition in London next week.

Houzz Home Feature

2010-09-22T13:35:00.003+01:00

This morning as I was checking my inbox I was pleasantly surprised to see my home has been featured in Houzz home page as part of this week's ideabooks !!!

Houzz is an excellent site for those that have a love of home decor and would love to get inspired by other peoples homes all over the world suiting all styles. You can see more here.

Thank you also to Susan for taking the time to write about me. You can see Susans lovely Blog here.

Great New i -Phone Apps!

2010-09-21T22:05:00.006+01:00

Thank you Victoria for the great link to Cartolinas' new I Phone apps!. The Cartolina App is an alternative way to sending an email or a text. With beautiful designs to choose from, customize messages and also supports multiple languages!. It also has a calendar to remind you of all those important birthdays, very handy for moi! see more here ;-)

ETSY SALE

2010-09-18T01:08:00.003+01:00

I have a special offer on my Etsy shop for this month only. you can check here in Rossana'Attic.

Anyone for Tea and Cake ?

2010-09-16T10:56:00.020+01:00

Having come from the cafe culture I have totally embraced the English tradition of 'tea and cake'.

It is a lovely afternoon treat that should be practiced more often in my opinion.

My great friend Mel introduced me to this lovely patisserie in London one winters' day .

Maison Bertaux is believed to be one of the oldest patisseries founded in 1870 in London. With its fabulous Parisian Kirsch style decor, a visual feast of cakes and great characters walking in and out of the store it was like being in the middle of a movie set waiting for Amelie to turn up.

We entered the store for what was meant to be a quick catch up in mid afternoon and left when it was dark and closing time; the last ones to leave! I have fond memories of that afternoon; people watching, conversing over a pot of tea and enjoying more than one cake I have to say!!If you are in London and fancy treating yourself to afternoon tea and cake this Autumn, why not try Maison Bertaux, unless you know of this place already :-)

Thank You Melly for that fab afternoon/evening !

Jamie Cullum and Clint Eastwood Radio Show

2010-09-15T09:51:00.007+01:00

Last night as we were on our road trip to Oxford listening to the radio I so much wanted to listen to Jamie Cullum talking to Clint Eastwood about their love of Jazz. Clint is so passionate about the music that had asked Jamie to work with him on the soundtrack for Gran Torino. I love Jazz but somehow Matt decided to say it was like listening to 'elevator/furniture showroom music !! Well we agreed to disagree as somehow I will never get to love Bob Dylan :-)

If you are like me and would like to listen to the show there are 6 days left on the podcast here.

Unexpected Visitor

2010-09-13T15:12:00.003+01:00

This morning as I was brewing my coffee and gathering my thoughts of my "to do list "of the day, I saw this lovely baby Dear looking at me ! I quickly ran to get the camera and capture the moment. It was then it made me realize that although I miss city life enormously there are moments like this one that makes you appreciate your surroundings even more.

NEW ETSY SHOP

2010-09-11T09:21:00.001+01:00

Etsy
rossanasattic

Well I'm glad to say I finally got myself organized to add my work in Etsy. After numerous emails asking me when I was going to sell in dollars I have finally done it :-) You can check it under Rossana's Attic. Have a good weekend!

New Facebook and Twitter Page

2010-09-09T10:55:00.008+01:00

Hi!

After a long time thinking about it I've decided to join Facebook and Twitter! I'm still triying to find my way but you can fid me under Rossana's Attic or follow the link from the right side of links bar. Please pop in and say hi :-)

New Furniture venture

2010-09-02T11:32:00.009+01:00

Those of you that know me very well are aware my love for furniture restoration and painting goes back to my teens. I first got inspired when I used to be visit my mums Art studio in Barcelona that she shared with my Aunt Rosa, also an Artist. The workshop was in the centre of hustle and bustle of the city at the top of a beautiful old building. To get there you had to climb narrow old steps right to the fifth floor. It was a big apartment with lovely old tile floor,beans in the ceiling and a great view of the city. My mom used to teach furniture restoration there where I used to spend hours just looking around.I was fascinated by all the art and things being created around me, the smell of fresh paint and shelves of numerous tools and paint brushes.

Since then I have collected through the years lots of furniture from my travels which have painted /restored and distressed from the techniques taught by my mother back then. My room mates and now husband have always complained of the amount of furniture that I seem to accumulate. I tend to keep most of it although have sold some to friends and neighbors but always needed and outlet to sell it from and at the same time give out home a bit of space !

Thankfully to Matt's delight, I have managed to find such a place in my local village beautiful shop called Whimsical. So if you happen to be in the area do pop in and say hi to lovely Kelly- Ann and have a browse of many things she has for gifts and home. Enjoy!

Floral Cushions

2010-08-26T09:06:00.006+01:00

Rose Cushion

Daisy Cushion

Apple Blossom Cushion

Hi to all ! I hope summer has been great for you. I'm talking as if summer is over but right where I am it feels like autumn is upon us! As much as I love the sunshine I'm going to embrace each season and enjoy what it has to deliver... so if you need a bit of color to brighten up your home why not have a peek at my new floral cushions collection. You can see more here

Alternative Flower Displays

2010-07-13T12:04:00.006+01:00

Tin Of Tomatoes Floral display from Elle Decoration Magazine

eclectic patio design via houzz

Amazing Floral Bed Display via Houzz

If you are like me and always looking for alternative ideas away from the norm you might like the images of flower displays above. Lets get creative this summer!

Le Petite Studio

2010-06-16T09:25:00.006+01:00

I thought I'd share with you my little garden studio " Le Petite Studio". At the moment with the lovely weather is all looking so lovely and colourful! I wished it was like this all year round...

Have a good weekend!

2010-06-12T10:28:00.004+01:00

Photo via the Sartoralist

Wherever you are I hope you have a fabulous weekend and there is plenty of sunshine!
I'm going to be watching my teams play the first World cup matches!!! Good luck Argentina & England!

Misto-New Shop Opening

2010-05-20T07:42:00.002+01:00

I'm very excited as tonight is the opening of a new shop venture that I'm part off, Misto, which is in the lovely village, Hartley Wintney, Hampshire. There is a number of us displaying our work which I shall tell you more about it in the next few days. At the moment is all madness preparing stock, pricing and arranging displays. I can't wait for tonight to relax, have a glass of wine in the garden and chat to my friends that are coming to visit. If you are ever in the area do drop in a check it out as many lovely things to see. Next week I'll post photos of the event for you to have a look at. Have a good weekend!

Alternative Shops-Supermarketsarah.

2010-05-12T09:29:00.020+01:00

Reading the latest copy of Elle decoration magazine(UK) it came to my attention an
article about Sarah's very creative shop concept, located in my old neighborhood London's Notting Hill. Sarah's shop is in her home, which is very creatively laid out with a fabulous eclectic collection of colorful vintage fashion and homewares. Every couple of weeks she creates a 3D montage of her products, photographs it and adds it to her website supermarketsarah. You can visit her lovely site here.

MY NEW ETSY SHOP!

2010-04-29T10:00:00.002+01:00

New Products Coming Soon!

2010-04-26T15:38:00.013+01:00

With such a lovely sunny weekend I took the opportunity to take some new pics of new products coming soon in my shop and not on the high street site. I hope you all had a good one too!

Summer Reading

2010-04-16T12:25:00.010+01:00

I absolutely love reading but finding the right time, moment and most importantly a good book sometimes it seems impossible !

With the hint of Spring showing up now and again it all makes it a little bit easier. Finding a five minute coffee break to sit in the garden, have breakfast or 30 mins lunch it ain't that bad. I have been very fortunate with my last book find and the current one that I'm reading-those coffee breaks make them even more better!

The Piano Teacher by Janice Y.K Lee Which is set in Hong Kong before, during and just after the Japanese Occupation. The story deals of one mans love with a Eurasian woman and, subsequently, his involvement with a rather sheltered, recently married Englishwoman recently arrived (The piano teacher). I loved this book so much that has made me want to learn more from that historical era in the Far East, and eventually travel there again...

And One Day by David Nicholls is the book that I'm currently reading, which quite honestly I cant put it down! It is such a lovely book and amazingly well written that you immediately are absorbed by it! It is the story of two people that meet in graduation day of their University in the 80's and progresses through the next twenty years of their lives. Each chapter is a different year so you also get a feel of the last couple of decades of British cultural and political life. I highly recommend this one! Most likely you'll be able to relate to some chapters which makes it much more fun...

Inspirational Studios : Nathalie Lete

2010-04-10T18:27:00.008+01:00

I have always been fascinated with creative spaces. The idea to be able to have a sneaky peek at other like minded others private world of creativity has always intrigued me, after all thats where it all happens! The chaos, inspirations, influences and countless hours developing those ideas are part of that little world that represents your final work.

Nathalies studio is a former 19th Century metal factory on the outskirts of Paris where you can see her personality and work very much in the presence of lovely colorful Atelier. Her range varies from had painted plates, children's books and animal print rugs which can be bought at Anthopologie.

Images Mark Seelen and info are from Elle Decoration Magazine ( UK), Feb 2010.

I Heart Anthropologie

2010-04-08T00:01:00.006+01:00

Photo by Matt Munro via Elle Decoration

Having read about Anthropologie through other Blogs from the US I was intrigued what the hype was about. So when the flagship finally opened in London's Regent Street I had to go along and investigate...My goodness !! It was made for me !! Yep, everything in the store I have in my mental shopping wish list. The store consists of three floors filed with delicious goodies of homewares, accessories and fashion with a vintage, boho- style. If in London I highly recommend you check it out. Kings Road store or Regents Street, you wont regret it !

Jazz Nights

2010-04-06T22:32:00.009+01:00

Jamie Cullum Tony Bennet

I have great fond memories of my childhood at our home in Barcelona with the sound of music always playing in our record player.It was my father that introduced me to Frank Sinatra and Ray Charles. Since then my love of Jazz has grown with the years. I love to listen to it in the background when I'm working, cooking, painting or reading a book. Jazz is great for background music for lazy Sundays whilst having brunch or a summer evening in the garden sipping some margaritas with some friends, personally it always sets a mood for me. But to my regret I don't have a great knowledge of the great world of Jazz musicians, so to my delight as I'm typing away a new weekly radio programme has started with Jamie Cullum presenting a show of his favourites followed by Tony Bennett later on in the evening .Great! At last I'll be able to not just enjoy this fabulous melody but also extend my knowledge and music library...Happy days...:-)

Duke Ellington,Tony Bennet& Billie Holiday

Welcome Springtime!

2010-04-05T11:33:00.009+01:00

My childhood upbringing was very inspirational and influenced where I am today. I was lucky that both parents were always interested in the Arts by taking us to various exhibitions and encouraged me to paint and be creative at our home in Barcelona. Since then there have been many life journeys, but no matter what the circumstances may have been some sort of creativity has been part of out lives. Today my mother lives in a lovely cottage in Dorset where she paints in her studio inspired by her garden and surroundings. Last month she opened three shops online! You can see more of these lovely prints in Etsy and Dwanda and home wares collection here...I know..she is unstoppable :-) !

Happy Easter

2010-04-03T23:21:00.003+01:00

As I was looking for a recipe in my many cook books for a delicious Easter cake I came across this one from Rachel Allen's Bake book. I thought I might share it with you in case you might like to try it out...enjoy!

Seaside vintage prints-new !

2010-03-11T08:25:00.006Z

I'm very excited about my new frames ! distressed white wood makes matches my prints perfect ! They come in black too. you can see more here.

Abstrcat Art

2010-03-01T10:27:00.010Z

Hi to all..
It has been a long time since I've been here..time flies!
So many exciting projects going on that I can't talk about at present! But what I can tell you is about my new Etsy shop. At weekends when I find time I dedicate it to either take photos or paint abstract paintings, whatever the mood takes me...lately it has been painting, mainly due to the fact that the miserable weather hasn't been very inviting to go outdoors with the camera.

After many people commenting on my paintings and offering to buy them I thought I'd open a shop in Etsy dedicated to my Art and canvas reproductions (some of you might remember the blue painting nominated as best artwork of the week by art365.com ). You can view more here , although this is the beginning of more to come ..so watch this space !

Happy New 2010!

2010-01-07T10:17:00.004Z

Here we are with a new decade ahead and very much looking forward to spring !!

We have 50cm of snow and are kind of stuck ! It is so beautiful and never seen so much snow but the thought of seeing all the flowers blooming and sitting in the garden with a nice cold drink, book & BBQ going is very appealing at present !! ;-)

New Products !

2009-12-18T16:37:00.003Z

Time has flown away since I last wrote in this page!!.. I've been sooooooooo super busy with so many Christmas exhibitions that now as I'm looking forward to the New Year !

Thinking of spring already as it's full of snow outside I have these two new products on my shop.

Travel Notebook...

2009-10-31T09:09:00.009Z

Paris, France

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Las Ramblas, Barcelona, Spain

Lisboa, Portugal

Here I am back to my little blog world ;-)

Sorry for my absence but the forthcoming show Spirit of Christmas has taken over my life in my studio 24/7 . Preparing for the show, coming up with new products and ideas I came across some images I have taken in my travels, so the new page on my site was born here....more to come in the future ( all I need is more time to travel !!)

Have a good weekend ! R

If in London...

2009-10-11T05:47:00.005+01:00

If you are going to be in London in the next couple of weeks you might be interested in checking out an exhibition of photographs by Leo Fuchs featuring Paul Newman. His images capture some of Newmans intimate moments never seem before. The exhibition runs untill 23 October and you can see it in Proud Camdem South Gallery.

New Prints !

2009-10-09T08:21:00.009+01:00

Although we have Autumn leaves & unpredictable weather, somehow my garden flowers are still holding up! So I took the opportunity to photograph them before too late.You can see them in my little shop as prints, canvas or cards.

I must get on with my furniture painting before it rains!... :-)

A new look...

2009-10-02T08:39:00.005+01:00

Having been absent to this blog is due to a lot of work lately, specially preparing for the major exhibition at House and Gardens Spirit of Christmas, London. A lot of preparation is involved including the layout of the stand which will have to be displayed as a shop for five days. Last week I went hunting for ideas and found this furniture in my local second hand shops so this weekend I shall be painting and revamping them..lets see what I come up with ;-)

New ! Picture Frames

2009-09-16T15:26:00.002+01:00

Thanks to my lovely client Eloise I got myself organized to set up a picture frame section on my shop. Somehow I never got round of putting it all together but the intention was there!...so if you need to frame your prints here it is ;-)

My Sunday Movie...

2009-09-14T09:09:00.003+01:00

As seasons change so does ones habits...no more summer days enjoying the outdoors so back to my Sunday afternoon movie routine...My movie choice was Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist. An indie movie set in New York that takes you through Nick an Norah's night journey in a quest to find the secret gig of their favourite band and end up finding each other. I didn't know what to expect but loved it so much that it was like seeing so many flashbacks of my teenage nights when so many things go wrong and crazy things happen! I recommend it to those that want to go back in time for an hour an a half an reminiscence of those good, uncomplicated, carefree & fun days ;-)

New! Thank you cards

2009-09-10T22:26:00.007+01:00

If you need to say a few thank yous there are these new sets of cards in my shops. They come in packs of 5 with envelopes...you can view them here.

New Diary Dates...

2009-09-09T08:14:00.009+01:00

Well...here I am getting my little routine back to normal after what was a very hectic summer. I hope your summer was good and had more sunshine where you were than we had!

Now feeling ready for another very busy couple of months ahead before Christmas time with three exhibitions to prepare so far...

The dates I can announce are:

House & Garden Spirit of Christmas Fair, Olympia, London. 4-8 November

South Hill Park Craft Fair, Bracknell, 14-15 November

Victoria Halls, Hartley Wintney, 5-6 December

Hope to see you there!

Lovers nest...

2009-08-04T21:33:00.002+01:00

Well... the last couple of weeks I have been absent from this little blog diary as Matt & I got married!. After the lovely day we went off for a couple of days for a mini honeymoon in Wales- Our proper honeymoon will take place in October as both busy with work commitments etc...
We stayed in this lovely little cottage in the middle of nowhere with stunning views and cute cat visitors called "lentil" and "chickpea" which weren't impressed with our cat ( that we had taken with us too in this unique vegetarian cottage!! )
For more information on staying in this cottage or other lovely alternative accomodations like this you can check the website Under the Thatch.

All that Jazz!

2009-07-06T06:43:00.012+01:00

Yesterday it was such a beautiful day that it made a perfect day to take some shots of Sara, super amazing trumpet player and as I discovered later in the day fabulous singer too !!
We had great fun and I think the locals in the park appreciated the sound of some beautiful jazz notes blending in sporadically amongst the bird twittering in the background...although perhaps made them a little bit confused too ! ;-)

You can see more here.

Summer fun...

2009-06-25T11:12:00.004+01:00

OK...I thought I'd leave the floral theme for a bit and share with you some fabulous images via

the sartorialist from his photographic series called "On the Street......Dance Day Sunday, Governor's Island" . They all seem to be having sooooo much fun !! I would love it if we had some parties like this in the UK...if anyone knows of any, please let me know..not that I'm a good dancer at all ;-))

Poppy love...

2009-06-25T09:32:00.013+01:00

Coasters

Prints

I know, I know..I'm in a very "floral " stage...it must be summer time that does this to me!
New in my shop are these poppy images to add a bit of colour to any room...

Good old charity shops..

2009-06-24T09:07:00.008+01:00

Looking through my apartment last night I realized that most of my house decor is either being given to me, purchased on my travels, found in flea markets or charity shops. I personally think you can get more of an individual look and reflect your own personality that way than decorating your home with brand names from top to bottom-each to their own though.

This week I'm going to create a post collection of some of my most treasured finds. So today I start by paying homage to the good old charity shops. Last week I was on my way to get some milk when I got distracted and bought more than a few tea sets that I had in mind in my local charity shop ( having been spotted by my mother as we were driving in the car the day before...-she never misses a trick !) Although, funnily enough I spotted the cabinet a few months ago in the car as Matt was driving the car...so mother like daughter I suppose, which incidentally I got the cabinet for good old £5 !! So when you are next walking or driving pass a charity shop do have a peek as you never know what little treasures you might find and also you are helping some charity fund for a good cause. To find more about your local charity shops in the UK read here.

Out with the new in with the old...

2009-06-23T11:14:00.012+01:00

A bit of natural yogurt does the trick!

As I was early this morning sorting out my little flower pots I thought I'd share a tip for those of you that might like the old, distressed look in flower pots and totally dislike the new. I personally I love it as reminds me of strolling in the Mediterranean villages surrounded by flower pots outside the houses or window sills that have been there a few good many years. I was once let in a little secret of how to achieve the look...it is so simple ! all you have to do is paint the new terracotta pots in natural yogurt, wait a few weeks and see the results !

Lovely Sweet Peas...

2009-06-18T10:19:00.005+01:00

As some of you know sweet peas are one of my favourite flowers...I just love the way they look so freely finding their way...This new print you can see it here in my shop.

A celebration for those that love reading...

2009-06-16T09:45:00.007+01:00

If you are like me and love finding a special moment and place to read, be it your favourite sofa chair by the window as its raining outside, garden amongst your flower pots, train journey, local cafe or park and at the same time observing walkers by with your favourite coffee and cake ... You'll enjoy this exhibition of photographs coming up next month at the photographers gallery in London by André Kertész (1894 - 1985) one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century..
Hi images were taken between 1915 and 1980 in countries he traveled through, visited, lived and worked such as Argentina, France, Hungary, UK and USA. Capturing readers of all ages in various locations -on rooftops & balconies, in parks, on crowded streets, at train stations, in libraries - creating a poetic study of the act of reading.
"Kertész’s photographs are a celebration of the absorptive power and pleasure of reading" Photographers gallery. I personally can't wait !

My Sunday Movie...

2009-06-15T10:14:00.005+01:00

As some of you might know by now, when possible I try and stick to my Sunday afternoon plan and catch up with the magic world of the movies. Whether it is on DVD or cinema, preferably the later one...Sundays is a must!
Yesterday I finally managed to see Vicky Cristina Barcelona, set in one of my three hometowns, by one of my ultimate favourite film directors-yes I know!...I have mentioned him before, good old Woody Allen. A charming movie with great cinamatographic backdrop and its complex characters a la Woody style. Vicky Cristina Barcelona is the best movie Woody Allen has made in years. Although 2006's Match Point was just as brilliant. If you are a fan give this one a try...

Beautiful Peonies

2009-06-07T23:36:00.005+01:00

Here I'm back again...where does the time go???...

Last weekend we had our lovely friends Dom & Amanda come to visit from London with their gorgeous boy William and super gorgeous new born daughter Catlin. The weather was so perfect that we decided to celebrate the start of summer with a picnic.Thank you both for the amazing peonies!! They were looking so beautiful in my living room and today, a week later, I just got in time to take some photos before the petals just dropped out...