U are my sunshine...

Hello! welcome to a new week!

The last time I did 'U', I did a series dedicated to products under $20, under $35 and under $50 from Urban Outfitters... I thought I'd carry on that theme and find you some SUPER bargains! So this post is a showcase of goodies under $10 from Ikea...(The prices are in Australian Dollars)... enjoy! - and find yourself a bargain!!!

above: CELEBAR Spice Jars (set of 2)

above: MARIUS Stool $6.95


above: TRIPP Tins with Lids (set of 3) $6.95

above: SKAFFER Vacuum Flask $9.95

above: INGER Fabric $9 per metre

above: TRIVSAM Espresso Cup and Saucer $3.95

above: KORT Art Cards (pack of 5) $5

above: BAS Display Box from $4.95


above: CHARM Potato Peeler $2

above: FABLER Place Mat $1.95

above: TASSA NATT Wall Lamp $9.95

above: JORUN Cushion Cover $5

above: PROPER Spice Jar (set of 2) $8.95

above: BUSIG Tray $8

(images from Ikea)

NOTES:
Shop at an IKEA near you!

But wait there's more...

How about combining these 'under $10' bargains with Grace's (from Design Sponge) Under $100 column on Domino... Skip on over and have a look!

So, here we are on the last leg of this Alphabet!! It's amazing how fast this one has gone by! Like last time, I am doubling up Y and Z on Friday so we can round out the week, and then the following week we are into our 'holiday' and will take a break from the Alphabet..all the while preparing ourselves for the next one - yay! - and remember if you know of, or make anything you think should be featured, please don't hesitate to get in touch! - I love hearing from you : )

Have a great week everyone! See you tomorrow for V!

U are so beautiful....

Hello! and welcome to Monday!!

Since we are at 'U' and we all love a bargain, I have put together some super cheap collections from...


Urban Outfitters

For us here in NZ, we can only fantasize about all the great buys at Urban Outfitters. Sorry fellow Kiwi's U.O don't ship to NZ - the website says "They're working on it".. I'm sure if more of us ask they might 'work on it' a bit quicker! But for those of you who have access to a store, here's my picks for Under $20, Under $35 and Under $50..

Under $20..

above: Mini Composition Notebooks $4 each

above: Round Kishmar Tray $18

above: Graphic Plate ONLY $2.99

above: Canvas Pencil Wrap $18

above: Gallery Bowls Four for $18

above: Painted Wooden Shelf (plate not included) $14.99

Under $35..

above: Masha Cherry Tree Pillow $32

above: Small round Table Decal $32

above: Vintage Blossom Lamp Shade $24

above: Album Frames two for $22

above: Fanciest Frypan $25

above: Lantern and Flower printed Rug $28

Under $50..

above: Hoot Lamp Base $36

above: Star Burst Flower Tapestry $36

above: Tree Shower Curtain $40

above: Set of 25 Wallflower Wall Decor $40

above: First Flight Wall Decals $48

(images from Urban Outfitters)

NOTES:
visit Urban Outfitters Online
See if there is a store near you
contact Urban Outfitters and request NZ delivery (!)

But wait! There's more!

While we are in bargain mode - here are some other 'Unders' from Domino..


Under $10
Design*Sponge blogger Grace Bonney shares her favorite decorating accessories, all for Under $10

and believe it or not... here are some amazing SUPER bargains for...
Under $1!!!
Online producer and blogger Katy Elliott has scoured the market for great design under $1. She has found some classic shapes, simple palettes, and old standbys to fit any budget.

Enjoy!!!

...and V is tomorrow! See you then!

O me O my...

I was thinking that 'O' might be a bit tricky but looking here at my list, I already have notes for about ten ideas! Sometimes when I am feeling a bit stuck, I browse through the dictionary to see if it will spark some ideas, or a memory of something I've seen...and it has! A bit further down is 'Oil Cloth'.. I've made some exciting discoveries!

But first off...as I promised yesterday, some more about Rona Ngahuia Osborne -



Rona Ngahuia Osborne

Rona Ngahuia Osborne is the driving creative force behind Native Agent. Her work references her Maori and European heritage, and is rich in symbolism. The recurring use of the icons of historic trading - including muskets, hei tiki and feathers are strongly represented in her work.
Rona exquisitely hand crafts quilts, blankets and pillows and currently supplies several retail outlets as well as showcasing her collection in the Native Agent retail store.

Formally trained as a painter, Rona graduated from Elam Art School in 2001. Her paintings are regularly exhibited at various galleries throughout NZ.


(images from Native Agent)


NOTES:
visit Native Agent online.
visit Native Agent retail at 507 New North Road, Kingsland. Auckland
contact Native Agent for stockists
see Rona's paintings



Oil Cloth

I was pretty excited to reminded about Oil Cloth after my browse through the dictionary, I had a scout around. I have found these amazing oil cloths from the Scandinavian Design Center...- these ones blow their kitschy oil cloth cousins out the window!!

(images from the Scandinavian Design Center)

NOTES:
see more Oil Cloth at the Scandinavian Design Centre



Getting Organic at Mod Green Pod

Nancy Mims and Lisa Mims, (co-founders and sisters-in-law) grew Mod Green Pod from their love of swank design and sustainable goods. Not able to find anything that combined the two, they started their own company.

Mod Green Pod offers a range of hand printed organic fabrics and vinyl free wallpapers. With prints that take their cue from nature, Mod Green Pod's print collection is the perfect combination of whimsy and sophistication.

(images Mod Green Pod, Domino and Harlands Organics)


NOTES:
see the Mod Green Pod collection
contact Mod Green pod for stockists
read the Mod Green Pod blog

I thought I'd finish the week (and the O's) on a fun note - don't these shadow puppets by Andrea Everman of Owly Shadow Puppets look great! My kids (and some grown-ups I know) would get a huge amount of fun out of them! - enjoy!


Owly Shadow Puppets

In her day job, Andrea Everman is an architectural model maker. Using a laser cutter to produce her model making pieces, Andrea decided to try cutting out one of her own doodles. And, what-do-you-know??? Andrea took the plunge and purchased her own laser cutter, and an Owly Shadow Puppet business was born! I think they're fabulous!!

(images Owly Shadow Puppets)


NOTES:
shop for Owly Shadow Puppets
visit Andrea's website



Oh it's the weekend...

and the weekend rolls around again!

I love it when we are all energized enough to make a plan for the weekend...so often the days just fly by and we feel like we haven't done anything adventurous.

This weekend we are going on a family outing to Te Papa (the Museum of New Zealand). Jetson and I went there on Monday and he is keen to go on a special 'date' with his Dad to show him the Pacific Island drums he had so much fun playing. Phoenix was highly disappointed that he missed out on the Monday trip, so he and I are having a special date too, separate from his brother - no doubt we will end up in the same Planet Pasifika Discovery Centre!

I hope you get to do something special this weekend too,


See you Monday x