i recently went to the Homes and Interiors Scotland Exhibition, here in Glasgow, and was not surprised, albeit disappointed, that the Scots have the same sense of aesthetic that is currently mainstream in South Africa. The decorators rooms on view section looked like the majority of the rooms displayed in all the exhibitions in Durban.
Why is no-one taking a chance with a fresh and new aesthetic? Why does the space not read like an individual's, with elements of design and scale cleverly mimicking each other, rather than it all obviously matching, with layers and layers of fabrics and textures? Is this so the decorator can make more money on selling textiles? i don't mean to be offensive, or controversial. i just think its time for a change.

There was one stand at the exhibition that stood out: Fun Makes Good
Her work is beautiful and fresh - reupholstered and restored furniture, with a quirky style element:

Right on trend with both the bird motif and the origami shapes.

Reminiscent of South Africa's own Casamento :

tuesday's desirables

apple iMac

fragment light : magpie and rye

cushion : urban outfitters

leather bag : magpie and rye

necklace : magpie and rye

this is such a truly beautiful portrayal of the pregnancy and baby experience. Pacing the Panic Room is an inspiration! Sing of life, love, beauty and joy!



Magic- A Belly Grows from The Panic Room Videos on Vimeo.

tuesday's desirables

accessorize clutch

baby girl top : accessorize

besta burs desk grey : ikea

i can't decide. Red or grey?

tuesday's desirables

ella sofa : habitat

Stroller desk :  Made.com

lace insert dress : Urban Outfitters

can a vision be any more beautiful than lar leslie's, the super talented photographer?

please can i have...

Michaelarras' shop : etsy

Bethcryweddings' shop : etsy

Ozetta : Etsy

the baby room

at last i have a chance to post the pics of the nursery. i was happy with the way it turned out, especially given that red is not a usual colour choice for me. maybe there is something to be said for breaking out of your comfort zone.
*the little one responded well to the room too.

time is ticking..

I have so much work to get through over the next two days, and have a deadline for today that i don't think i am going to make - eek!

and all i want to do is design some new lights and finish the design for the nursery. i am starting to like the bold colour choice in there, and am feeling a bit happier about the room in general.

this rug from Nettle Green in the uk would be so perfect in it:

simple and bold

Can a nursery for a baby be too bold in design and colour? I spent the long weekend painting and pulling some ideas together for that room, and wow is it bright, and maybe too out there for a baby's room? You see it is so great when I can work on my own interior projects, without restrictions. But now i am doubting my boldness. I will post some pics as soon as its done and would love some feedback, so keep visiting please. I will let the colour be a surprise for the big reveal.

These little houses from My House Party remind me of the strong and clean lines that seem to be dominating my design style at the moment. Imagine how great it must be to make these houses - so satisfying.

postal delivery coming right up

today i sent off my first order via post. the order is two plywood lights and i was so delighted to be packaging them and sending them to an actual person!

i used to love bubble wrap as a kid, for popping you see. now it has other implications: of postage and packaging and purchases. now i think i love it even more.

goodbye my lovelies. have a safe trip and i hope you are happy in your new home. don't forget to write..

*The green deer brooch is a surprise gift for my first postal purchaser.

a loveseat to love for a loveless day

Jonathan Adler Philippe Loveseat - Starting At in Sofas And Loveseats

i love this seat by jonathan adler. it makes me feel in control and on top of things - it is just so together.

the perfect antidote to an awful day. one of those days when you don't have a chance to recover from the one wrong thing before the next hits; when you think surely no-one else can rip you off financially (not again, surely!); when you are left perplexed by the work ethic of others when you only ever give your all, and then some; and when you actually find yourself asking that question you have always forbidden yourself the luxury of asking: why, oh why, me?

for now, i will look at this love seat, and look forward to a new day, hoping to be surrounded by love and good intentions.

etsy

my etsy shop is open! Yay! it is called edin (for Emerging Designer INteriors).

so far i have my lights in there only, but hope to add some home accessories and maybe some artwork.

creativity

it feels like there are so many creative projects i want to do. i have all these ideas, see, and just need to get something tangible going. first up i have work and admin to do though and am finding it so difficult to concentrate on anything other than the creative stuff. and the nursery.

love this image found via Fleur Avenue blog. image from here.

To my friend Paula: here's to finding your wings and flying free.

inspiration for the day

i absolutely love this drawer ring found on mujoyas shop via etsy. i love clever and quirky design. and of course the simplicity and boldness. please can i have it..

maybe grey...

Am still thinking about the baby's room, and found this perfect grey wall (above) via Living etc gallery. i also love the feel of this calm room. so maybe grey?

i love love love the grown up feel of the other kid's rooms - the retro appeal and the sophisticated simplicity make my heart pitter patter. so these images will guide the look and feel i think.