September 21, 2008

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!


September 19, 2008

T... a drink with jam and bread....

and here is T - enjoy!!

Tiny Happy

Melissa (sorry, I couldn't find her surname anywhere), is a New Zealander currently residing in Norway... she is the creative wonder woman behind the gorgeous Tiny Happy collection. Each of her pieces is lovingly made out of beautiful vintage fabrics. Her baby slippers are adorable and Melissa's store is definitely worth a visit! Have a look:









(images from Tiny Happy)

NOTES:
visit the Tiny Happy shop
read Melissa's blog



Tsktsk

Tsktsk is the work of Australian artist and designer Tiel Seivl-Keevers. Tiel has been producing original work for all age groups since 2003, and it encompasses many techniques and styles. I love her range of 'Hephalumps'! Both her children's artwork collection and her work for 'grown-ups' are just a beautiful - take a peek:









(images from Tsktsk)

NOTES:
visit Tiel's website
view more of Tiel's work
visit Tiel's shop

Two Sarahs

I'm not really one for photo blocks.. in fact I really don't like them at all...but I LOVE these image blocks from Two Sarahs.. not only does the range contain image blocks there is also a fab collection of cards and prints... I like it!





(images from Two Sarahs)

NOTES:
visit the Two Sarahs shop

read Two Sarahs bio

It's the weekend! - again!!

This week has just flown by! Another weekend is upon us! - Are you up to much? I am hoping for sunshine tomorrow as we are going to a BBQ and doing some horse riding, which I am really excited about - I'm not actually sure why I'm so excited, as I haven't ridden a horse for many, many years.. but I am looking forward to the boys having a go... My husband and I are also going on a date tonight : ) a very rare event indeed, so we are looking forward to that!

Whatever you do, I hope you have a lovely weekend .. see you next week! - The last week in this 2nd Alphabet Set - can you believe it??!!

See you Monday! x

September 18, 2008

ssssssssssssss



Ahhh, and here we are at S...

lets get underway..

Screech Owl Design

Jacqueline and George Schmidt are the super talented creatives behind the Screech Owl Design collection. A series of designs illustrated by Jacqueline and inspired by the couple's love of nature, traditional craftsmanship, graphic design, illustration and fine art.

The Screech Owl website is beautiful and I can't wait for their 'Living' category to have product in it!

Have a look:








(images from Screech Owl Design)

NOTES:
visit the Screech Owl Design website
see Screech Owl Design for stockists

Sprout Design


Sprout Design is a vibrant and modern range of hand screen printed fabrics and products are designed and made in Australia by a collective of Australian designers.

I think the images say it all really, style does NOT have to be compromised when it comes to a child's bedroom - yay!!!






(images from Sprout Design)

NOTES:
visit the Sprout Design website
read more about the Sprout Design designers
see Sprout Design for stockists

Sukie


I love, love, love the Sukie range! Founders and designers Darren and Julia Gibbs have put together a collection of fantastic products not only for their own collection but also contribute work to the collections of 'big brands' like Habitat, Chronicle Books and DKNY... have a look!










(images from Sukie)

NOTES:
visit the Sukie website
visit Sukie to shop online


and there we have S... wow this alphabet sure has flown by!!
Have a lovely day everyone x

see you tomorrow for.......T!