14.5.11

Beautiful Bedside Manner

This retro 70's styled night stand has great bones. The unique octagonal 'bun' feet are the highlight for me and have been  brought into focus with a lick of fresh blue. Silver, gold and soft blue paisley damask inserts add drama and detail. The result is old world glamour meets retro styling.





My favourite room, my Kitchen!


This is my favourite room in the house and most definitely the heart of the home, I have far to many little treasures in here and can't seem to stop adding to them. I love the flexibility of the all white kitchen, it allows for my schizophrenic decorating style and constant change. I especially love the pressed metal splash back that adds subtle texture and pattern.

I love bold & bright splashes of colour against crisp white.
My reclaimed kitchen table and mismatches chairs create a sense of fun along side my mother in laws antique high chair in it's original colour.
Retro Inspired Christopher Vine playful melamine plates add splashes of  colour.
I couldn't resist these Wedgwood tea canisters, they were too perfect!
Cracker canisters from England found at a garage sale.
My vintage sunbeam mixer still works!

6.1.11


Woolloongabba Office Space
Stanley Street ,Woolloongabba Queensland


Come in and relax in this office sanctuary. This private therapy room blends vintage warmth with contemporary chic. Retro kiwi velvet  arm chairs entice you in and sit well against the geometric 'Kaufman' fabric throw cushions, covered lamp and office chairs. The timber Balinese mirror reflects light into a dark space. Clustered, eclectic images add interest  and a focal point.  A beautiful reclaimed mosaic side table is brought to life with a coat of paint and new vintage knobs. All the furniture in this space was preloved and restored.  Remember, money can't buy style and a little luxury need not cost the earth.



Recovered floor lamp casts a warm glow over the therapy area.

Luxurious velvet in Kiwi brings an old chair, back to the future!

Beautiful restored mosaic table.

26.12.10


Feeling Festive in Turquoise and Red


Add Christmas cheer through contemporary colour combinations. A Turquoise and Red table setting really pop's on crisp white linen. Retro styled 'Annabel Trends' doilies bring detail and colour.

Berries and Hessian add some rustic notes, blue birds hidden amoungst the table foliage create interest.
Retro inspired doilies add detail & colour.
Hand made place cards add that special touch.

10.12.10

Everything Old  Is Made New Again

These classic 1950's dining chairs are instantly transformed by bold colour & pattern. Reupholstered in P Kaufman oil cloth fabric they are both function and fashion.


Kaufman oil cloth is easy care, wipe down fabric perfect for meal time mess. Now all thats left is to sand/paint or polish the timber.