tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84519171530213602952011-11-28T11:57:09.202+11:00All things that are beautifulChantal Butcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03521334312836920635noreply@blogger.comBlogger661100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8451917153021360295.post-36462930692577591592009-03-17T13:37:00.002+11:002009-03-17T13:38:48.912+11:00

Thanks Martha for this simple yet sweet piece of st patricks charm

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I have finally booked my 30th Birthday Pressie to myself (a little early, ssshhhh!) the 5 Day optimum wellbeing package at Gwinganna on the Gold Coast, in a hidden region of the Tallebudgera Valley. I will spend the mornings by watching the sun rise out of the ocean whilst practicing the ancient art of Qi Gong, eating organic food, having spa treatments, hiking, yoga, pilates, swimming and god

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You can be the stylish host at Christmas this year with Dandi halter neck aprons, and why stop there, some of the patterns carry thru their whole range, tea towels, napkins, pot holders, table cloths and mini me aprons for your daughters.

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Happy December.sorry guys i can not remember where i saved this picture from.

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Warren has been busily getting our house ready for the feastive season and tyler is always eager to lend a hand or a battery drill..... Maybe we may just well have a joiner here in the making, just like daddy and papa.

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We are so excited, Unicraft Joinery just won an award in the category "2008 Best Kitchen $15,000 - $25,000" held by the Cabinet Makers Association (CMA)Victoria. Awarded at a gala dinner held at the sofitel on friday night.The entry was a kitchen that we did in Cape Bridgewater, for a local family who built a holiday house there. All photos from brendan roberts photography, please do not copy

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Kitchen doors and panels in 2pac with recessed finger grooves, with essa stone granite in purity, returning to encase the back of the island unit, timber wine rack in rockmaple, glass splashbacks, custom made undermount stainless steel sink, stainless steel laminated kickrails have been setback to give more of a floating effect.Kitchen doors and panels in 2pac matched to stipple seal and newage

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This 17th century french style damask from Warwick, available in a array of colours, it is suitable for hardwearing upholstery as well as soft furnishings and gently draping curtains.

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Photo from photoready

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Picture from Flickr Jersey JJPicture from www.bbg.com

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Featured on the House and Garden website, this new residence design by BG Architecture in Brighton, Melbourne for a couple whose dependents have flown the coop and were looking to downsize, this house appeals to me in many ways, I love the interesting mix of materials which exist on harmony together. The house is on a 620 m2 corner block and the house in centered around 4 courtyards, where it

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My Little Jacob turned 1 today, he has been serenaded twice already today, the fijians are such lovely people, they sent the singers up from the other end of the resort just to sing happy birthday to jacob, it was so cute.

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Here is a taste of the menu from Chi Spa at The Shangri La FijianSerenity Ritual3 hr 30 minFJD 310Four relaxing treatments combined into a pampering experience. Begin with an Aromatic Herbal Steam as a prelude to a relaxing Himalayan Water Therapy Bath, followed by the Aroma Algae Wrap and Fiji's Signature Nature's recipe Facial to rejuvenate you from head to toe.The Traveller's Retreat2 hr 30

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I have been a long time admirer of Joom’s screen printed cushions, originally from Thailand, she now lives in California with her husband.You can get them at her Etsy Shop, also called joom. The hardest thing is deciding which design and colour to choose. Images all from joom

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I saw this bath in person at Roger Sellers in Toorak a few weeks ago, it was only installed in the showroom the day before, from memory, the veneer is sandblasted and very very inviting.

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Sorry girls, could not resist adding this pic that i have had on my computer for a long time now, that i got via Dreamhouse Cammy.

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Cant wait to be pool side in Fiji, Jacob will be turning one while we are away, so it will be an extra special holiday for the family.

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Yet another pic from The Remodelling Center

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This house caught my eye, so i thought i would share it with you. I think it came the The Remodelling Centre

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The White Company know how to sell, you'll want to buy everything on the website because of the way is is photographed, pictured above silver plated photframes, see what I mean

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Kif Brennan is one to watch in the design world, she designs jewellery, stationary, fabrics, wallpaper and my personal favorite steel screens that she has laser cut in her own design and then fast tracks the aging process but painting them with a rusting agent and if your not so sure about the steel, they are now available in felt, so they can adorn the walls of your interior space.Kif’s designs

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The Burlesque Collection by Warwick makes a bold statement that oozes class and sophistication. With such a vast array of fabrics, from sheers to velveteen, you’ll find something sure to excite the senses. Image from warwick

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Image from martha stewartWho would have thought a tea towel would make such a great gift wrap idea, click here to see the instructions on Martha’s website.Image from absolutely beautiful thingsAnna from absolutely beautiful things, showed us how she gift wraps with leftover wall paper and pretty ribbons. see here.

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Our bathroom was the first room that we renovated, in what would be a 7 year project, so bear in mind that I was about 22 years old when we designed the room and on a budget, luckily hubby is a joiner and can paint 2 pack. The joinery is 9 panel doors in 2 pack, with cashmere gold granite. We had the leadlight window made locally to fit in the existing double hung window, we put a glass cover

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A Visual feast of my time melbourneComo Melbourne Touks in SeddonTokyo TeppanyakiNobu Cecconis Cantina OjayWitchery Crown CasinoCNF Bar CaféFurnitex

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I dont know where i got the above pic from, but I love it. you could have a party in that hallway. I love that everything is dark timber and white walls. I also love how the front door is understated, with the use of clear glass in the side panel and high light. Below is my front door. Needs it final coat on the outside and i am thinking of painting the inside dark grey to match the outside and

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While I was wandering aimlessly through the blogesphere, I came across a charming blog called daisy pink cupcake, where I found this fabulous website by Rachel Ashwell’s called Shabby Chic .

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Well i have decided on accommodation for my mini break/furnitex extended weekend away with hubby, deciding where to stay was hard, city, lygon street, chapel street or at the casino? We have cfinally chosen chapel street, we have booked at the como before, earlier this year for our anniversary, but the day before we were due to leave, I got a phone call from the como saying that we would have to

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angel at my tableDont you just love to do lists, my last post have list of things to do today, well i only achieved two out of five things, but the most important was done, book holiday. Only wish it was as exciting as Anna from ABT trip she has planned to France.

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Lovely A-M tagged my a few weeks ago. Sorry for the delay.What were you doing 10 years ago?OMG Ten years ago I was a teenager.I was 19 years old.Got my first car, a ford laser hatch.Got my first full time job, traineship as an office administrator.I lived with my mum, dad, brother and sister.I was going out with my now hubby, Warren.And Monday, Tuesday, Wedneday and Thursdays were just obsticales

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A late 19th century French solid oak refectory tableA large and wide, late 19th century French Louis XV style carved solid oak and oak parquetry extending dining table, the serpentine top above the well-carved cabriole legs and the shaped rails. In the photo the table is seen closed, with its the two extension leaves stored under the top. Excellent colour and patina. A late 19th century French

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After i saw these Zenkaya prefab homes in a magazine i instantly had visions of buying a few acers of land at the foot of the grampians, placing a few of these on it, furnish them and rent them out as holiday accommodation. But they are not available in Austaralia. Yet!!!!!!!Image from Zenkaya

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How beautifully refreshing this is table setting, from Martha Stewart.Sorry it has been a while since my last post, but life just seemed to get in the way. My three year old was sick, then my 10 month old got a sinus infection, which inturn he gave to me. Add in June 30 and there hasnt been much time for anything else. cant wait to sit back a catch up a few of my favorite blogs, in particular

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Blackheart Sassafras Veneer Unit By Unicraft Joinery Our latest piece of furniture custom made for the client, this veneer is not for the faint hearted, made from Blackheart Sassafras Veneer and 2 pack doors, this piece is sure to be a converstation starter.

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This joinery was done for a job last year in Toorak, the client renovated their home in a quiet court just a stones throw form chapel street. I love the clean lines, and the way in just blends in without making an over the top statement. Of course we didnt do the pool but i just had to add the picture in anyway. Now if you Google Unicraft Joinery, you will see these stairs, we have seen them in

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I has so much fun doing this mood board for the decor8 comp. I had heaps of fab things on etsy that i was wanting to share and some furniture that i love and everthing else just fell into place. A bit of french provincial meets modern. Colours that i wouldn't have chosen in real life, but now wish Jacob's nursery was painted this colour with coordinating wall art and bed linen. Everything a

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Over at The House That A-M Built she posts a new bed for us to pour over every monday (as above), and imagine my surprise when i went there this morning and she has tagged me and four others (The Laurel Hedge, White and Wander, Lily G & Attic Mag) to take part in..., well i actually dont know what it is called but I will post my answers later. Thanks A-M.Anyway this morning she posted the above

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I came across this exquisite hotel this morning, The Peninsula, New York.The Hotel is located on Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, in the heart of New York City's most prestigious shopping, cultural, and business neighborhood, in Mid-town Manhattan.20TH ANNIVERSARY PACKAGEIn celebration of The Peninsula New York's 20th Anniversary, reserve one night at the below stated rate and receive the second

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“Art” the very word terrifies me to the core. I am afraid to commit, what if someone else doesn’t like it? What if I wasted my money? What If what if what if.I met a very nice lady who told me not to be afraid, and start looking at art a put it in one of two categories, Like it, and don’t like it. So the first pieces that I have seen since that conversation, went into the like it basket. 'Snow

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Anyone like to join me for a mid week (well earned) break courtesy of marie claireImage courtesy marie claire

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I am just loving butler sinks at the moment, here is a lovely kitchen sink that I could happily do dishes in it all day, then bake a batch of pecan and date cookies.Image from house to home

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AboveFrom the Grange CollectionJoseph Grange Saint-Symphorien-sur-Coise, France.above and belowThe Marchetti collection originates from the Veneto region of Northern Italy,These buffets are available thru Domo in Australia, they have a huge collection of furniture for indoor and out,most are beatifully styled and photographed.All images from domo

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Imagine my surprise when I clicked on this little beauty in realestate.com.au, for rent in Port Melbourne for a mere $1500 per week and that isn’t a holiday rental. Just wait until you see what is behind this dainty frontage.Image via Biggin&Scott Real Estate Agents

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I have just ordered my, well hubby's eames loung chair in cream, to go in our bedroom for the time being and two bertoia stools for my island unit. I won the eames longe chair on an ebay aution and added the stools to the order from his online store at milan direct.I am also really wanting the eames DCM, I thought that I wanted them in walnut, but have decided that black would be better for two

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How simply stylish is the Balzoro Collection from Nina Campbell available via Osborne & Little.The wallpaper is Cypres and fabric Demask. Image from osborne & Little

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Whitney Smith form Oakland, Califorina makes the most amazing serving ware on her potters wheel, using things like birds and dogwood flowers as embellishments adding a delicate touch to her feminine pieces. Find her on Etsy

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How utterly refreshing is this table setting? And the centre piece so simple. All items from The White Company London, their web site is amazing they must sell a heap of stuff on the net, due to their styling alone.Images from The white Company

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More photography from John Gruen I love the clever play with whites and neutrals I find it uplifting and pleasing to the senses.Image via John Gruen Photography

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I just can't seem to get enough of Peter Fudge, just when you think you have seen the best of Australian Design, (congratulations to Jamie Durie and his team at the Chelsea Flower Show) we have more to show you.

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There is something so special about flickering candle light that just sets a mood. Martha Stewart created this fantasic collection of apothecary bottles filled with lamp oil and wicks, she arrange the bottles under a large hurricane placed them on a sturdy glass cake stand. I cant wait to collect of the bits and pieces for this project.

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Wishing everyone a happy weekend. As promised more pics from John Gruen Photography

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Thank you to Melissa from the inspired room for my blogs very first mention. She has a beautiful blog which at the moment is featuring Australian Landscape Designer Peter Fudge in her outdoor room piece. My BFF Cherie and I have spent hours pouring over his book. Thanks again Melissa. I know you'll just love what aussies have to offer.Picures Peter Fudge

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How simply fresh this white on white? pictures from John Gruen Photography, i will be posting more of his works through out the week.

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Beautiful black ceramic glass as the backdrop, very stylish. Designed by Fisher and Paykel, this Izona CookSurface with it's innovative burners with unique technology Aeroburner which generates linear flame control so precise it allows you to melt chocolate gently on a burner or sear rib eye steak over a ferocious flame.Ergonomics played a central role in this world first invention. The unusual

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This design from Peter FudgeWouldn’t it be nice to have all this at your front door, if I did I would have to request mothers day brunch here, the menu is, fluffy scrambled eggs wrapped in smoked salmon, freshly squeezed orange juice and espresso coffee. And well behaved children. Happy Mothers Day!!

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I have been a long time admirer of the work of Australian landscape gardener Paul Bangay, The uncomplicated and structured garden design which is Paul’s signature style is featured in his many books and works. Individuality, balance, form, elegance and simplicity are key elements in his work. Take a look at see for yourself. Pictures from Paul

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Image from Amdega MachinImagine having high tea here, although that would not be long enough. Thanks the house that A-M Built for posting it originally

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Found this picture while wandering aimlessly through blogs, it looks just so relaxing, I wish I was there: posted by Kaleidoscope eyes

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Mantle by Unicraft JoineryMy husband designed and made this mantle from MDF and then painted it in 2 pack, we inserted and granite hearth and a clean air fire. I love our fireplace it adds so much warmth to our house, even when it’s not lit.

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Just some of the kitchens from Unicraft Joinery. We enjoy creating our clients dream kitchens and now we share them with you. This one is our kitchen (above)Kitchens by Unicraft Joinery

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I love browsing on etsy, I brought these elephants from Two Little Banshees , she is based in Western Australia, they make such a unique and gorgeous baby gift.

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These are just some of the pendant lights that i am just loving right now, these ones are from Satelight Designs in Albert Park

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Just returned from DesignEx 2008 in Sydney, Had a fab weekend and the show was great as well. I saw Tara Dennis and Jamie Durie but only briefly. Ceasarstone had a very impressive stand with a great new concept - a laser etched feature pattern, I’ll see if I can dig up a pic, but it is not available in Australia Yet. Just loved the lamps and shades from NSW based Bloomingdales and the ballet

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My submission for my first assignment for my interior design course was about defining your style by choosing room layouts (not furnishings) and in 30 words or less explain why you did or didn’t like the room.

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