Inspiration From The Blogasphere Week 9 - Interiors, DIY, Recipes & More

Sorry I didn't get around to posting any Inspiration last week, I've been hectically trying to re-decorate my mums house. It's been extremely difficult as I first had to pack up all mums belongings and now there are dozens of boxes scattered around her house (just not ready to part with them all yet), and were having to work around them which isn't easy.  One bedroom is finished now, it's amazing how a small dark room is now full of light and sunshine. Dark heavy curtains removed, sheer nets removed, flowered wallpaper painted over with two undercoats of white and two top coats of Resene Ricecake has made it a perfect blank canvas for a bit of styling when it comes to putting the house on the market.  I do hope to take some photos to share but still waiting for that elusive DSLR camera, ever hopeful that this Christmas I might be unwrapping one.  I'll stop ranting on now and share this weeks discoveries with you.....

This beautiful interior started out an empty space with heavy dark curtains, however, with the talent of Tobi Fairley who is known as one of the top 20 young designers in the USA, this room has been completely transformed into the stunning interior below.  I love the sunburst mirror, what a fabulous focal point. I also love the way Tobi has created a layering effect by using different patterns. This living area would feel like summer all year round, don't you think!

You can visit the makeover on Tobi's blog and visit Tobi's interior design website "here". Definitely you won't want to miss Tobi's  website  her portfolio is amazing, truly Tobi deserves accolade.

Another beautiful Spring day today, (ha, ha, those of you heading for winter..."no I didn't really mean that).. I'm full of the joys of Spring and sharing more fresh interiors...

  

Now for a little DIY...

DIY gilded frames from Jenny Steffen Hobick....full instructions can be found "here"

Create this lovely sweet dish...The Creativity Exchange give easy step by step instructions how to cover a tin bucket using Mod Podge.  A great idea to fill a big bucket for Halloween. I particularly love the fabric used on the bucket below, obviously you can choose any fabric that fits in with your decor.

 How about decorating some Spring cupcakes....

These cupcakes were designed by Peggy Porschen

Love this simple idea, bake your cakes in miniature terracotta pots, add a straw and a chrysanthemum and voila! Little white pots would look gorgeous, or add a white ribbon around your terracotta pot.

and for those of you who are now in Fall, I couldn't resist these cute little guys...

If you feel like making some cupcakes you can find a recipe for vanilla cupcakes at Cake Spy.

Ending with a couple of lovely recipes, a Spring and a Fall from Liren at Kitchen Confidante, one of my favourite food bloggers.

Raspberry Salad Dressing, recipe "here"

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 Savoury Fig and Grape Tart, beautifully photographed step by step instructions can be found "here"

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If you missed Inspiration Wk 8 you can catch up "here"

We hope you've enjoyed this weeks inspiration

Sharing this week with :

I Should Be Mopping The Floor

Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
Ivy and Elephants

Transformation Thursday at Shabby Creek Cottage

Open House Party at No Minimalist Here

Time Travel Thursday at the Brambleberry Cottage

Show and tell Friday at My Romantic Home

At The Picket Fence

Its Spring and I have sourced some pretty floral print items

Some of these sweet floral products come from newly discovered websites such as ASOS and old favourites such as etsy I will feature more on my "favourite websites" another time with these new discoveries.  ASOS even offer free shipping on their products, always a bonus! 

Unique hand printed stockings/socks in "seafoam" from Strathcona Stockings, US$28.00 (will deliver internationally) see their etsy shop for further details and products.

Rose print stockings from Strathcona Stockings,US$28.00

Floral sock in nude from Strathcona Stockings US$28.00

Waterbury crest curvy plus blouse in light blue US$29.99 from Shop Ruche 

Lady Catherine's floral dress from Shop Ruche US$45.99

We all need an emergency umbrella in NZ, especially with all this Spring rain.  Kath Kidson summer umbrella from ASOS ,UK Sterling 15.00 (ASOS have free worldwide delivery on their goods).

Lulu Guinness super-slim rose print umbrella from ASOS, UK Sterling 20.00

Neat little clutch bag by Max C London - floral leather panel clutch bag available at ASOS, UK Sterling 25.00

Livvy floral bow ballet pumps US$45.74 at ASOS. 

Had to pick these as my niece is called Livvy and I think she would love these.

Forever fold-able Indie flats in cream from Shop Ruche US$43.99

These gorgeous shoes above are Dries Van Noten from Mei Mei (New Zealand :))but are a whopping NZ$1,320. They are sequinned suede with a black ankle strap.  I just love them so had to include them, but we are talking, almost "Manolo Blahnik" and exceeding some Jimmy Choo prices here!  

Now these shoes are not flowery nor are they bargains but I think these are absolutely stunning, head turning heels. They are from Jimmy Choo's new range and I couldn't resist sharing them with you.  Dig deep in your pockets though these crystal mesh sandles are in Euro 1,495.00. They come in two colours, Ivory and Anthracite.

Thank you for spending time with me today. I am now considering braving, cold, windy Auckland to take my latest doggy sitting client (Louis) down to Mission Bay Beach before retiring to paint, and I promise you I wont be tottering down there in my Jimmy Choo's!

Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Lee  x