Artist: Diana Adams

The wonderful wild West Coast of New Zealand. Haast Coast Canvas Print by talented Diana Adams. Image size in millimetres: 500 x 240 Price: NZ$124.95. Australian postage available.

Joseph Joseph at Howards Storage World

I just posted about Joseph Joseph products but found another nice buy; so I'm adding another post. Joseph Joseph Folding Colander in black $AUD6.95 at Howards Storage World rrp £15.00/AUD$29.95. I'm using mine as a fruit bowl or storage container.

Wallpaper is Expensive in Australia / I Love Wallpaper

A direct comparison of brands will reveal we pay too much for wallpaper here in Australia. And postage for heavy wallpaper rolls makes international shopping less attractive. That said; Wallpaper gives an injection of colour and style that is hard to match.

The number of wallpaper brands available to purchase in Australia is slowly growing. Graham & Brown is a mid priced brand with a good reputation with a varied range of designers.

Price points in their range are $AUD149.00 & $AUD99.00 per 10 metre roll. Currently the Australian Graham & Brown website has a select few designs on clearance for $AUD59.00 per 10 metre roll.

Wallpaper one feature wall to draw attention to a particular outlook of your room. Wallpaper the back wall of an alcove to create a backdrop for a study desk nook. Wallpaper the wall behind your bed. Wallpaper the first wall you see when walking through the front door. Maximum impact and minimal cost.

Use the handy Wallpaper Calculator to determine how many rolls you will need. I was pleasantly surprised at how few rolls I would need to complete my project.

A few of the designs that caught my eye. I love the Super Fresco Textures: Solitude range shown below. $AUD 99.00 per 10 metre roll.




Julien Macdonald's Exoctic range for Graham & Brown $AUD149.95 per 10 metre roll

Joseph Joseph at Target

Target stocks a small range of the lovely Joseph Joseph kitchen products. The Square Colander and Colander Scoop in Green are on clearance this week. $AUD6.87 each. rrp $16.95 & $12.95. Scoop 34.5 x 12.4 x 5.3 cm, Square Colander 21cm x 21cm x 11.5cm.

Icon Concepts Good Company

A selection of the Icon Concepts range is now stocked at Peter's of Kensington. The Salad Bowl & Serving Tongs Set is $AUD25.00 rrp $100.00. Salad Bowl – 32 x 23 x 11cm. Serving Tongs – 22cm.

Bright Lights

I really like going to Beacon Lighting. They have some really nice designs at very reasonable prices. Just noticed on their website a ''50% off second item promotion'. Here a few of my favourites.

'Inside' 3/4 dome pendant in black and green
Size: 338mm x 400mm Price: $AUD99.95

Looking very Marimekko-ish at a fraction of the price.

Mara II pendant light medium drum pendant leaves pattern, Size: 400x1405 mm
Globes: 100w BC Price: $AUD79.95

Jacob I light small table lamp in oak with white shade Size: H:345mm Globes: 1 x 40W BC not included, Price: $AUD89.95

The MOTO Task Lamp, Funky acrylic lamp in black finish
Size: 260mm Globes: 1x60W Price: $AUD29.95

Bodum Canteen Double Walled Porcelain Mugs

Everten Online has 50% off of their range of Bodum Canteen Double Walled Porcelain Mugs. Double walled mugs really do keep your coffee and tea warm longer. The silicone bands comes in a range of bright colours as shown above. Also available in black, grey and ivory bands. They look great and feel good in your hand too.

Checkout the full range. Price Example: Set of 2 porcelain, double wall thermal mugs, mug capacity 210ml, Ivory silicone, dishwasher safe. $AUD29.95 was $59.95. Everten Online have great service, prompt delivery and $AUD6.90 flat rate postage Australia wide.

Bickies and a Cuppa

It's time to bake some of my favourite biscuits. The Primo 'Best Ever Mixing Bowl' has the recipe for ANZAC biscuits printed right on the inside of the bowl. Handy. $AUD15.00 rrp $29.95 Porcelain. Diameter: 25cm. From minimax.com.au

Nicola Cerini Wattle Mug $AUD14.95

Luxe for Less

Aura Copper Memphis Queen bed coverlet 240x220cm $AUD99.00 was $259.00

Acrylic tea light candelabra from Inessence Aromatherapy $AUD14.95 ea was $29.95. Flat packed.

Nordic Coral Cushion (cover only) from KAS XS Factory Clearance store. 41x41cm, Faux Fur 100% Acrylic, Dry Clean Only, Zipper closure, $AUD12.00

Luigi Bormioli Vase from http://www.oo.com.au/ $AUD29.95 reg $45.00 Available in two sizes: 25 x 6cm(dia) & 30 x 6.5cm(dia).

Robert Gordon Black Ceramic Oval Frame $AUD29.95 Dimensions: 22 x 14cm

Classic Style

1. Melbourne Artist Catherine Campbell - My Folk Lover - Limited Edition Print 'Like Foxes Through Fences' 2010 Edition of 50. Paper size: 8" x 11". Copyright Catherine Campbell. $US45.00 (located in Melbourne, Etsy prices are listed in US dollars)



2. Ollie the Goat Wall Hook from Venucci $AUD15.95 Carved wood, Size 18 x 7 x 6cm.



3. Denby Imperial Blue Dipping Bowl $21.95 each reg $30.00 from Everton Online.



4. 2 x Orzo Replica Eames Eiffel Wire Chairs by Prodigg from Home Design Plus $AUD238.00 was $690.00 Dimensions : 48.5 x 54 x 84 cm. Welded wire base, Steel wire and wood base, Black cushion 100% P.U. leather, Weight capacity : 120 kg. I haven't seen these chairs in the 'flesh'. Let me know if you have feedback on them.



5. Alexander Henry Fabric Africa Collection $US8.58/yard (Yard=90cm) Get sewing DIY cushions. From buyfabricsonline.com



6. Villeroy & Boch Boston Old Fashioned Tumbler Made in Germany from 24% lead crystal. Height: 7.5cm. Capacity: 300ml. $AUD18.00 rrp $33.00 from Peter's of Kensington.



7. Artist Renée Treml Three works from the 'Nesting Series'. Paper size: Approx. 19x14cm (7.5x5.5"). Includes a small white border for framing. $AUD25.00 each. Copyright Renée Treml.



8. Femme Table Lamp $AUD99.00 from Freedom Furniture Height 51cm.



9. Teelah Bowl $AUD39.95, Kiwi Green Ceramic Dimensions 34 x 34 x 13cm from Freedom Furniture.



10. Australian Fink Design Black Vaxis Vase from Peter's of Kensington $AUD84.00 rrp $140.00 Height: 19cm Width: 16cm Depth: 7.5cm. Crafted by hand from aluminium alloy.
    Matte satin finish.



11. Pure Homewares Oscar the Owl $AUD14.95 from Bed, Bath & Table. Height 22cm.



12. Philippi Clip Perpetual Calendar $AUD19.00 reg $29.00 Dimensions: 4 x 5 x 6cm from Peter's of Kensington



13. Jamie Durie Ceramic Planter $AUD12.95 from Big W Stores. Potted with 'Prince Of Orange' indoor plant, dark glossy leaves and rich orange flowers. From Bunnings $AUD12.95 15cm diameter pot.



14. Sean Dix Tripod Table And Pedestal, Height 55cm Width 44cm Depth 44cm $AUD199.00 from Life Interiors.



15. Artist Tommy Watson's work 'Wipu Rockhole'. You can purchase a poster print at the Art Gallery of New South Wales Online Shop $AUD25.00 Size: 65 x 63cm (image only)



16. Royal Doulton Twilight Black Bowl $AUD35.00 rrp $165.00 Diameter 25cm from Royal Doulton Outlet Store Harbourtown Melbourne.

Be Quick... Clearance Nigella Lawson Homewares

www.oo.com.au has a small range of Nigella Lawson homewares at clearance prices. Just put my order in. Good combined postage rates too.

Cream 3 litre Storage Jar now $AUD39.95 rrp $69.00 Dimensions: (W) 20cm x (D) 14cm x (H) 23cm , Blue Cake Stand $AUD24.95 rrp$78.00 Height: 10cm Diameter: 23cm and Set of Four Espresso Cups & Saucers $AUD29.95 rrp $80.00 Capacity: 60ml

Outdoor Mood Lighting

My Maison brand Hanging Metal Candle Holder from Tonik Homewares $AUD19.95 each.

Typhoon Melamine & Bamboo Canisters

50% off Typhoon Melamine & Bamboo Canisters from the Kitchen Cupboard online store. Clever design with the olive green silicone banded bamboo lid, which turns so that you can change the description depending on the contents.

Canister for TEA, COFFEE or SUGAR, Now $AUD13.48 Save: 50% off rrp $26.95 Melamine dishwasher safe (hand wash for lid) Capacity 800ml, Height 14cm x Diameter 12cm.

Canister for FLOUR, RICE, PASTA, Now $AUD21.47 Save: 50% off rrp $42.95 Capacity 2250ml, Height 20cm x Diameter 16cm.

Utensil Set & Holder, Now $AUD14.97 Save: 50% off rrp $29.95. 3 bamboo utensils included, silicone spoon rest, heat resistant to 260°, Melamine dishwasher safe,H 14 x D 12cm.

Fresh Finds to Share.

I came across this fabulous online cushion store. Cushion Temple in Cairns Queensland. The Ladybug cushion $AUD20.00(45cmx45cm, suits standard 18" insert) is so cute - but do take some time to checkout their full range. Lovely fresh designs, extremely well priced Maximum postage $6.80AUD per order within Australia.

Yellow Disco Stool from Officeworks $AUD19.00. Bargain bedside table or bathroom/outdoor stool.

New Ikea bedding has arrived in store. I do like this pattern but wish Ikea sold the pillowcases separately as I do prefer to mix'n'match bedlinen. $AUD69.00 Queen size (prices vary depending on state)

Fred 'Here' Wall Hook. $AUD15.50 from giftedstore.com.au

Italian Guzzini Happy Hour Jug

Beautifully styled Italian Guzzini Happy Hour Jug is 50% off at Kitchen Witch stores. Height: 26.5cm. Material: Acrylic $AUD14.99

Umbra U+ Candorah Candelabra

Huge saving on the Umbra U+ Candorah Candelabra from www.gifts.com.au

Designer: Michelle Ivankovic. Materials: Silver Plated. Dimensions: 28 x 35 cm. Now $AUD79.00

Artist: Margaret Preston

This work of art is 'Wheel Flower' 1929 by Australian artist Margaret Preston. It is beautiful and would be a wonderful and enjoyable addition to your home. You can purchase a print from the Art Gallery of NSW Online Shop. $AUD20.00 Size 36.5cm x 37cm (image).

"Margaret Preston (1875-1963) Margaret Preston played a significant role in the formulation of Australian modernism, working not only as a painter, and wood and lino cut printer, but also as an influential teacher of both practical and theoretical art. An acclaimed figure of the Sydney art scene from the 1920s onwards, it is significant that she was the only other woman apart from Thea Proctor to be featured in Sydney Ure Smith’s Art in Australia magazine during the first half of the twentieth century. Preston was also the first female artist commissioned by the Art Gallery of New South Wales to paint a self-portrait in 1929, and later gained international recognition in 1937 when she was awarded a Silver Medal at the Paris International Exhibition." Source

'Wheel Flower' [detail] 1929 Margaret Preston

Wall Swallows from Robert Gorden

These Robert Gordon Wall Swallows are available from Peter's of Kensington for $AUD19.00ea. Shown in Cream - other colours are available. Dimensions: 18 x 13 x 2cm. Material: Ceramic

article: products Bean Bags

article: products Bean Bags on clearance from www.ozsale.com.au. I have purchased article: products previously and the workmanship & quality are good so I'm sure the bean bags will be of similarly good quality and value. $AUD49.95 rrp $249.00. By Australian designer Elizabeth O'Conner.

More time.

Ikea Kvarta Wall Clock AUD$12.99 -AUD$19.95 (depends on state) shown without the outer case. Depth: 10 cm Diameter: 25 cm

Go-Home Global Clocks from Deals Direct clearance price $AUD29.95 rrp 89.95 - includes 4 clocks and 30 city labels. Designed by Australian designer Donna Gee.

A great price on the well known Dutch Karlsson brand: The 'Mixed Numbers' wall clock is available at CrazySales.com.au for $77.95 rrp $139.95. Diameter 48cm, Requires 1 AA battery, Design J.P. Meulendijks.

Clocky run away alarm clock from Shopping Square. $AUD19.95 rrp $79.99

Not much time.

Degree Metal Case Clock from Myer $AUD20.95

A Vignette [vin-yet] of Vases

"Decorative vignettes are lovely displays of treasured objects found on console tables, end tables and nestled on shelves. These arrangements add detail to your home's decor and a personal touch to your rooms. Designing a vignette to compliment your space takes nothing more than a little time and thought."

Creating a vignette of tiny vases to display cuttings from the garden is easy, cheap and unique. I like fresh flowers and foliage in my home, and while I don't mind paying for a bunch of flowers, I don't like the dying smelly messy bunches of flowers that inevitably occur just two days later. I do like experimenting with grouping small bud vases or tumblers or any pretty containers . In each container display one or two cutting stems from your favourite garden plants. I use Succulents that sprout roots easily. So when I want to change my floral display I simply put the cutting back into my courtyard garden and they take root! I like that.

Buy similar Pear Bud Vases from Bed, Bath & Table $AUD8.95 each

Buy Fabric & DIY

Even if you have no or limited sewing skills you can save money by buying fabric lengths to make your own stretched fabric wall canvas or cushions for the sofa.

I love this fabric; So 1975. Alexander Henry La Dolce Vita from Retro Home Fabrics. Large print (Women stand approx 30-42cm tall), Light weight Fabric, Suitable for Home decor, Wall Art, Cushions, Craft & Fashion. Available by the yard @ $28/yard (1 yard = 90cm L x 110cm W)

Love the Oxfam Online Shop

Two great products from the Oxfam Shop - Ceramic 'Paper' Cup 5cmx7.5cm AUD$5.95 each. Just bought myself a set of four.

And I love the recycled poster paper Bowls and Vases. Vase 6cmx27cm $AUD29.95. Feel good shopping - great products, great prices and great cause.