Autumn on the Porch, Briar Hats, and a GIVEAWAY!

 

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Fall is officially here... well, sort of. The weather has still been warm but starting tomorrow it is supposed to drop. I can't wait! In the meantime we have been continuing to add some more autumn touches to our home. I made some new pillows but they looked too modern so I ended up using some burlap ones from our living room and the new fall flannel ones I made last week. We will have a few of those available for sale soon. And if you would like a chance to win the Girl Reading pillow cover scroll to the bottom of this post.

 

I also wanted to share some of these gorgeous shots by the talented Andrea Hallett.

Aren't these girls adorable?  

Our gray hats are now available again 

and the brown ones will be coming next week.

 

Thank you so much, Andrea!

 And now, if you would like to enter our Girl Reading pillow cover giveaway 

all you have to do is leave a comment on this post!

You don't have to have a blog to enter, either. If you aren't a blogger, just enter a comment and then where it says "comment as" scroll down near the bottom and click on anonymous. However, if you do that, make sure to leave your e-mail address so we can confirm that you are the winner. If we draw the name of someone who doesn't leave any identifying information we will simply draw a new name. Make sure to check back here on the blog to collect your prize!

You can comment each day if you would like to up your chances!

For extra entries become a follower of our blog, twitter

and/or  like our facebook page!

Just write "follower" as a second comment so it counts as an entry,  and "twitter"

and "facebook" as their own entries.

You can enter this contest through Sunday and we will announce the winner on Monday.

Have a wonderful Friday!

~Inspiration~

A little inspiration for you today!!

This Spring (maybe sooner) I am planning to open my Etsy shop......I am so excited! This is something I have been wanting to do for a long time.  It's just been a very slow process.....I am getting there slowly but surely!

I still have a lot to do but it is going to happen. I want to have enough inventory before I try to start selling. I am planning to do fancy headbands for children and also have jewlery for children including adults too! Just can't wait for you to see it!

All photos via: Pininterest

Guest posting today at Party Resources and last day for giveaway!

Good morning......Today I am over at Party Resources, one of my most favorite blogs. Cannot visit blogland every morning without stopping over to see whats cooking over at Kate's fabulous "last word on entertaining" blog,

Party Resources

Today's post is about things I love for fall entertaining.  Please stop by and say hi! Hope you are having a wonderful day and be back tomorrow!

                                             Click on Party Resources header to visit!

In case you missed my normal Thursday post (which normally runs for two days) click here.

THIS IS THE  LAST DAY TO ENTER THE SAFAVIEH DRAWING!! Details below.....

Want to win this gorgeous French side table? LAST DAY TO ENTER IS TODAY! Thanks to......

Safavieh Home 

This stunning painted black French end table with an antiqued wood top is up for grabs!  I cannot think of any room that wouldn't look simply incredible with this wonderful side table!!

So...how to win this amazing giveaway? Simple!Safaviehs Facebook. 

FIRST.......Click here for their website and then here for theirFacebook page. Good luck and thank you Safavieh!

TO BE CLEAR......

 YOU MUST LEAVE A FACEBOOK COMMENT FOR SAFAVIEH TO BE ELIGIBLE. ONLY THOSE WHO LEAVE A COMMENT ON THEIR FACEBOOK PAGE SAYING THEY CAME FROM THE ENCHANTED HOME WILL BE ENTERED IN THE DRAWING.

Wishing you a wonderful Friday!

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Property of the Week - 32 Islington Street, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand

Addendum - 13th October, 2011 - This property has now sold for NZ$875,000

This weeks feature property is a lovely 3 bedroom, double bay villa  in Ponsonby. The property is situated, as Real Estate Agent Andrea describes it, "within a heartbeat of Jervois and Ponsonby Roads".  If your not familiar with Ponsonby Road, Its an eclectic mix of Kiwi designer fashion, Homeware, furniture, bars, cafe's and restaurants.  Ponsonby is a hop skip and a jump from the City and is in zone for some great schools.

The property is to be auctioned Wednesday 12th October, 2011.  There is a link for further details and photos at the end of this post.

Traditional double bay fronted villa with picket fence. I think there is potential to enhance the front with some landscaping.

Lovely traditional high ceilings with ornate plaster cornice.  An aged patina to the wooden floors. The fireplace is obviously not original, however it's contemporary versus traditional and works really well.

Gorgeous crystal chandelier, the photo prior, is a little clearer.  The polished wood floors add warmth to the white walls and ceilings. The spacious walls are the perfect blank canvas for an art collection.

The dining room leading to the outdoor patio has a "country" feel. I realise the furniture doesn't come with the house, however, I love the lime washed buffet/sideboard!   

I feel this compact kitchen could easily be opened up to the dining room by removing the half wall and including an island work top/breakfast bar as a divider.

Gorgeous high stud with ornate cornice and original timber floors. The nude sketches above the bed are originals by the artist/owner of the house. Built in window seat, always handy for extra storage. Overall an eclectic look that definitely works.

I love the original cast iron fireplace with its feature tiles has been retained in this bedroom.

The third bedroom is currently used as an office.

A traditional bathroom with a modern twist. I'm interested in the decorative way the shower curtains have been suspended above the bath.

A lovely sunny patio area to the rear of the house. I can envisage some lovely french doors if the kitchen/dining area was to be remodelled.

Open homes for this weekend are:

Sat 1 Oct 1:00 - 1:30p.m.

Sun 2 Oct 1:00 - 1:30p.m.

If you reside overseas and wish for someone to view on your behalf or you require more information,  please contact Andrea.  Further details and photos can be seen at Bayley's website.


Email: andrea.ritchie@bayleys.co.nz

Addendum - 13th October, 2011 - This property has now sold for NZ$875,000

I am cheering for England this weekend,
Hope you had a great week.
Lee x

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