So I mentioned on Monday that I found a great lifestyle and fashion store during my time in Ireland. Avoca stocks a whole manner of things from tableware to t-shirts. I don’t think my photos do justice to exactly how magical the place was. Little shabby chic trinkets displayed in vintage cabinets, quirky clothes hung from racks… Continue reading Avoca, Belfast
Year: 2009
Belfast Beauties
I’m back from my weekend in Belfast and I must say, it was a great deal of fun. A whole bunch of us went there for a wedding and what a beautiful event it was. The venue was gorgeous; think waterfalls, sweeping staircases and large baroque decorations. The reception hall was set up with punch… Continue reading Belfast Beauties
Henna Night
Yesterday I attended a “Mehndi (Henna) Night” I was invited to. What’s one of those? Traditionally, in the run up to a Pakistani wedding, all the women get together and party! The events usually involve brightly coloured clothes, music, dancing and food…sounds like a good combination to me It’s also a time for women… Continue reading Henna Night
Cupcake Finds on Etsy
I LOVE cupcakes, so much so that they have their own category on this blog because I just know I’ll be mentioning them often Here are my current favourite cupcake items from Etsy. Coffee and cupcakes hand stamped linen tape Cupcakes card Deer and Cupcake, print KEEP CALM AND HAVE A CUPCAKE ready to… Continue reading Cupcake Finds on Etsy
French Fancies
Last year, when I visited France, I came across a great home decor store called Maisons du Monde. They had such a wide variety of styles in their tableware and furniture that frankly I wanted to take it all home! The pieces I loved best were there Moroccan and French Chic styles, complete opposites but equally… Continue reading French Fancies
I Heart London
A wise man once said that if you’re tired of London, you’re tired of life. I’d be inclined to agree; there’s always something to do in this city and I enjoy every minute of it. I’d love to bring some London “souvenirs” into my home and I think these items would be a perfect way to… Continue reading I Heart London