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I'm a graphic designer who, in between play dates and nappy changes, is about to launch an online Etsy shop selling lovely art (and other fun things) for babies and kids.

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I really like this bunny

I really like this bunny

...and this lion and this bear, all by MOW Objetos. See more here. Continue reading »

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Three little bears

Three little bears

Loving these hand painted wooden bear heads by Herman Marie. The orange one is definitely my favourite! See more here. Continue reading »

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Ello There

Ello There

Loving these wedding invitations and save the dates by Ello There. I spotted one of their fabulous designs on the lovely LittleTree Designs blog last week, and just had to see more. There are so... Continue reading »

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Have you heard about

Have you heard about

...Jeff Josephine Designs? I absolutely love the hand drawn type and all the lovely little details of these prints! But my favourite is the 'Edinburgh Tiny Tenement' print, as I've been missing... Continue reading »

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Making the everyday magical

Making the everyday magical

Loving these screen prints by Emily Hogarth. The detailed patterns are amazing! You can see more here. Continue reading »

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Hello Olive's wish list

Hello Olive's wish list

Just a few of the beauties on my wish list at the moment. Hmmm, must remember to get a lottery ticket sometime... You never know! :-) 1. Print by Little Green Shed, 2. Ring by A Merry Mishap, 3.... Continue reading »

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Hello, have a peak at this new series that took part in on Little Birdie's blog:

http://jenlittlebirdie.blogspot.com/2012/05/my-...

It's a great blog - I'm sure you'll all like it if you haven't already discovered it. x

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Vintage Golden Books and a guest post

Vintage Golden Books and a guest post

Look what I found at Milnerton Flea Market last weekend - a set of vintage Golden Books for The Toddler! I absolutely love them and he does too! How gorgeous are the illustrations? I'm sharing more... Continue reading »

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Sugar Paper

Sugar Paper

Hello, hope you've all had a great start to the week! I have been working away on a guest post for one of my favourite blogs (but more on that another time)... Until then, have have look at these... Continue reading »

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Childhood Memories File

Childhood Memories File

The Toddler started play school this year and his collection of crafty things has grown. A lot. (What you see in these pics is only a fraction of it.) He's very proud of his craftiness (and so are... Continue reading »

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Hello Olive's vintage finds

Hello Olive's vintage finds

Just thought I'd share some of my latest vintage acquisitions with you :-) How adorable are these bunnies? They were a birthday gift from a friend. The Meakin bowl below is from her too (she very... Continue reading »

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Twinkle twinkle

Twinkle twinkle

Today's post is inspired by The Toddler's current favourite song, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. It's so sweet to hear him sing it even if he does forget some of the words :-) 1. Print by Showler and... Continue reading »

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The sweetest felt brooches

The sweetest felt brooches

These handmade felt brooches by Molocco are absolutely adorable! I love the colours, and the embroidery and bead details. See more here. 1. Bird brooch, 2. Owl brooch, 3. Wolf brooch Continue reading »

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Have you heard about

Have you heard about

...Kate Clarke? I blogged about Kate previously here and when I spotted her new range of homeware on Print & Pattern earlier today I was reminded about why I love her products so much. Her style... Continue reading »

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Hello, Darling

Hello, Darling

It's a super long weekend in South Africa and we've spent part of it with some friends in a little town called Darling, just off the West Coast of the Cape. The cottage we stayed in had the most... Continue reading »

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Garland love

Garland love

Just a little bit in love with these felt garlands by Little Nest Box! They're just what I need to brighten up my home on this grey and gloomy day. See more here and while you're at it check out... Continue reading »

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It's my owl!

It's my owl!

I love spotting my vintage fleamarket finds (like these owls) online and in magazines. Yup, I'm a little bit sad like that ;-) I've just seen one of these brass owls on Etsy here and in... Continue reading »

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    Miss Bea Love owls and these are so sweet! on 24 April 2012, 16:39

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Have you heard of

Have you heard of

...Zü? This French store is filled with a whole lot of loveliness! See more here. 1. Bear postcard, 2. Family Drop cushions, 3. Stickers, 4. Thank you cards, 5. Cloud pillow Continue reading »

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A bird named frank

A bird named frank

It was my birthday this week and I received not one but TWO stunning necklaces! They're by local designers, A Bird Named Frank, and yup, just like that cloud I have a rather big grin on my face :-) Continue reading »

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abcdefg...

abcdefg...

I'm really loving hand drawn lettering these days. My very first design job involved designing packaging for a major South Africa retailer and I often used to hand draw the titles. Fun, when there... Continue reading »