for lovers of pretty things!
My introduction to Antipodean cinema came in the form of an Australian film season that the BBC put on many years ago. The one which sticks most vividly in my mind is Peter Weir's "Picnic at Hanging Rock." The cinematography is exquisite, the … [Continue reading]
(Disclaimer: I make no apology for the subject of this post being somewhat overdone on the interwebz. Because a classic is a classic.) As I walked around the “Picasso to Warhol” exhibition in the city today and gazed at a photo of Andy Warhol … [Continue reading]
There are times when I wish I lived in a bygone age, largely inspired by shows such as "Mad Men." The beautiful dresses, the natty white gloves, the constant retouching of make up. For this is one thing I envy about other women. The self … [Continue reading]
… in a hot land far, far away, there lived a Queen who wanted to buy her little Prince something that was beautifully designed, well made and very, very cute. (Forgive the delusions of grandeur. It’s a story.) With this in mind, she picked up her … [Continue reading]
I’m very excited about today’s post. And I’m hoping you’ll love the idea behind it as much as I do. Because in two weeks time, which is when my parents arrive from the UK for a visit, I’m going to be learning so much more about them because … [Continue reading]
Since my benefactor Miss Maz entrusted this lovely blog to me, I’ve been trying to decide how often I should post, given that my days are mostly spent trying to convince Mr Small that he wants to do things which he generally doesn’t. (Sleeping, … [Continue reading]
When I hear the name “Crayola,” I’m instantly transported back to my childhood on a wave of nostalgia. The hours whiled away on the lounge room floor in my English home, doodling. Singing tunelessly. Abba’s “Arrival,” if memory serves me … [Continue reading]
We used to have a dog called Bear. I know, confusing. If he’d had a personality disorder and thought he was a rabbit, this opener would be truly serendipitous. Damn him. Because this week’s post is all about puppies, bunnies and bears. And … [Continue reading]
The markedly modish Miss Maz has asked me if I will contribute some posts whilst she pursues her fashionable ventures over at Sassenfras. (And oh my, it’s been an exciting ride of late. But that's her story to share with you, so I won't include any … [Continue reading]
These adorable little ID bracelets are such a super idea. OK, we all know that it’s not possible to watch the kids every second of every of every day. When your little ones are excited to be at a theme park or running up and down a sandy … [Continue reading]
Carolyn hails from the Old Dart and is a devourer of all things pretty, quirky and cool. She is a graphic designer and a (relatively) new Mum.
