lovely colours

Pinks, Yellows, Oranges.

These colours make such a lovely combination and have been popping up here and there in my life lately. Such sunny colours they really make me look forward to the long summer days which won't be too fay away considering this last month of winter has been very warm and I have already been slightly sunburnt! I cannot wait to get my pretty floral dresses out :)

 

 

 I made orange and poppy seed cupcakes recently, and I just happened to have pink and yellow cases and sprinkles to match. Not really a coincidence, actually, since I am such a compulsive buyer of cake decorating supplies!

 

 

 They were not only pretty but yummy as well!

 

 

These are treasures from my recent trip to Melbourne...Vintage sheet from an op shop and pink pear candle holder and pineapple plate from Mozi, I love fruit themed items...and those colours again...

 

Hope you are enjoying the sunshine in one form or another! xxx

Crochet obsession....much!

Crochet is taking over my life! No day is complete without a bit of 'hooky' time and the following photos are just a few of the things I've made recently. Not to mention the amigurumi cat I have had laying around with no legs for the past month....no we couldn't have photos of him on here, noooooo!

 Little frames from an old Mollie Makes, can also be found  here at Lola Nova.

A little heart from this pattern.

The beginnings of a new cushion....to continue my pastel makeover.

 A cute cupcake made from here. The flower was another Mollie Makes pattern. 

This weekend I have plans for some fabric fun, I really need to sew again after such a big break....and my home looks as if it has been yarn bombed, which I suppose it has!

Happy creating xxx

 

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Happy Valentines Day!

Wishing everyone a super loved up Valentines Day!

xxx

 

Today we celebrate with homemade coconut cupcakes, Yummy!

xxx

Sweet Treats

This weekend the Handmade Craft Markets were on in Terrigal. It's been a while since I've checked out these markets but since they are now held literally across the road from me I couldn't resist. I was delighted to find the most beautiful cupcakes there, just amazing. Here are the 2 that I bought and a few cheeky macarons as well.

 So pretty, sigh!

I'll have to be on the look out for one of those icing nozzles that makes grass. Love the little lady bug.

Hope you all had a lovely weekend. xxx

Happy St Patrick's Day!

Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh!

I lived in Ireland for 2 years between 2007-2009 and I miss my one time home at the best of times but today especially.To help cheer myself up, I made some green cupckaes. They taste gggooooddd!

I'll leave you with one of my favourite photos from my last Paddy's day in Dublin, in 2009, taken by a friend. Aah, memories.

xxx

For my Sweetheart

As we all know, yesterday was Valentines Day. The tradition between my partner and I isn't to buy expensive presents but to cook for each other. This year I couldn't wait to BAKE!

A modified version of rockie road using pink coloured white chocolate, marshmallows, rice bubbles and coconut, all pushed into heart shaped cookie cutters.

 Chocolate cupcakes, with dark chocolate ganache icing and tiny heart sprinkles.

 Mmmmmm...

 A homemade card for my man.

 And I was really spoilt with this gorgeous gift from my love. But what means the most to me are the words written in the card.

I hope you had a lovely valentines day.

xxx

Today I treated myself to a calorie free cup cake from the handmade markets. It looks so amazing,and I want to eat it...but it's soap!

Another treat. I've been searching for these pastel dunlop volley's for a little while and well, here they are! Cant resist pastel goodness.

xxx

Found...little gems

During the week just passed, I spent an evening in north Sydney's Neutral Bay with my dear friend. We went on a lovely late afternoon walk where she took me to see this cute cupcake shop called my little cupcake. The scent of vanilla filled the air before we even arrived, but unfortunately the store had just closed so we weren't able to sample any of the sugary goodness. A few photos had to do instead...less calories that way!

 Not only are the window displays divine, but the actual facade is covered in pretty mosaic tiles.

 I'd almost kill for an oven like this...it would be perfect for my one day dream pastel 50's style kitchen.

Giant tea cup plant pots. I have seen pots similiar to these in bargain stores, think I need to get one.

Also while I was in the neighbourhood I stopped into North Sydney Vinnies where I found this beautiful tea cup set. It's a tad worn and there is a small crack in the saucer but I love that it was once loved and used.

Spring inspirations

It is September now and that means spring is here! Even though I say I love each season as they arrive, Spring would have to be my favourite for quite a few reasons. The days are growing longer, the sun is shining more brightly, flowers are blooming, baby animals are being born and the air is filled with warmth and the sweet scent of Jasmine blossom.

I've been in a bit of a 'funk' lately and no better way to get myself into a happier mood than by being busy!

 I have thrown myself into crocheting triangles for more pretty bunting and here is just part of my ever increasing pile.

 How sweet is this little wee birdy? It was an easter decoration from Bed Bath & Table...in lovely spring colours.

 Yummy Blueberry and Coconut muffins. It was just a packet mix on special but I did add the coconut on a whim, well why not? And how can anyone resist them with a drizzle of pink icing.

I found these in a bargain store, $1.50 for the set! Definitely couldn't say no as they are in my favourite colours.

One of the few decent plants in my garden would have to be this Jasmine. I adore the scent and it brings back many happy memories for me. Isn't it funny how just a simple smell can take us back to an exact moment or memory?

Have a lovely weekend. xxx

Just lovely

Last Friday I checked out a sewing and craft show in Newcastle with my friend. A great way to fill a grey and rainy day.There was so much fabric and we bought many, many fat quarters! I also bought these pretty beads.

 I love pearls at the moment and these are especially good as they are nice and heavy. The glass beads are beautiful and the little plastic flowers are too cute. I'm not sure what will become of all these but they do look pretty on display in a glass bowl.

 On Sunday the handmade markets were on. I do like these markets as there is always a good atmosphere and it's great to see what other people are creating. Since I was on a tight budget due to my fabric blowout during the week, I only bought a couple of little things. I fell in love with these little glittery cupcake soaps, I could've bought the whole lot but narrowed it down to these two. They don't look a bit out of place with my 'Lush' soap.

 Finally the table is clutter free so I can display a few of my favourite pretty, pastel things.

Any lastly a super YUMMY cupcake from the handmade markets, mmmmmmmmmmmm.

Orange cupcakes...Yummmm!!!

I admit it...I'm a vanilla fan! From cakes and ice cream to candles and perfume, I just can't get enough. But a few days ago I decided to break with tradition and make orange cupcakes instead. It was a new recipe and I'm pleased to say it went without a hitch and they tasted delicious!

I also have to say that I'm having a bit of a yellow phase too at the moment, yellow and red actually, but not together because that would be way too McDonaldsey! For the past decade or so the only colours in my life have really been purples, aquas, greens & pinks so it's funny how you suddenly crave something completely different, I guess it's just to balance things out a bit. So look out for these colours popping up in the future, permitted in small doses only of course!