Happy monday! It's a rainy one here and we've been enjoying it with cuddles, stories and cups of tea!
I love our little home - and with only two bedrooms it means our little ones will have to share. Yes, one might wonder if they'll sleep well being in the same room, or how Ada will take to having to share her space... but I've also been trying to work out how I will make two beds, a change table, all their clothes, linen, toys etc work in such a small space (3 x 3 metres without build in cupboards).
Until recently, Ada slept in a beautiful sleigh cot... and I mean beautiful - my parents managed to find it for me when I was pregnant with Ada and I adore it - but it's huge (I'll have to post a photo sometime!). In order for the room to work, we purchased a much more streamlined, inexpensive cot from Ikea - both the beds are shown below. I know alot of people say they never used a change table but I always use mine, even now. Our plan is to use a large chest of drawers/dresser big enough to hold all of the children's clothes, which can also function as a change table.
So here is my little collage for the room: the two prints featured below I've made pillows/cushions out of. The floral one looks quite pink in the photo, but in real life, the darker pink flowers are more of a red tone. This one is on Ada's bed. I love the yellow chevron too! A flat-woven rug will (hopefully) cover our icky old carpet!
Well this was a rather wordy post.... sorry about that! :-)
Hope you are enjoying your Monday.
Thank you to my Mum for loving me no matter what. For supporting me, teaching me, and showing me God's love.
Thank you to my darling Ada for making me a mum. For teaching me patience and how to enjoy the little things in life. For loving me no matter what... and for teaching me what unconditional love really is.
Thank you to the little baby that's growing inside of me. For reminding me to enjoy you while you're all mine.
Happy Mother's Day!
So I'm in the mood for a little decorating... so I thought I might share a little inspiration board with y'all.
Up until this point, I haven't been particularly 'brave' with my colour ideas, for multiple reasons somewhere in between my preference for neutrals and my complete lack of decorating budget ;-)
Now pink is not normally on my agenda, nor is a 'mod/retro' interior... but I think the winds are a-changing! Keep in mind my floors are a fairly dark polished wood and my walls cream/beige (with white trim). And though I'd love to swap them out for some natural/latte fabric couches, for now we've got dark brown leather.
What do you think?
A much anticipated baby girl was born yesterday :)
To little Ruby, with love xo
Ruby's shoes feature a hand-cut and beaded bloom, floral lining and faux leather sole.
The linen straps close with soft, yet strong velcro (great for baby's shoes as it won't scratch their scrumptious soft skin!).
I hope you're having a lovely Wednesday. One more picture to finish...
I hope you are having a lovely 2011 so far - can you believe that January is almost over already? Must put on my running shoes to keep up (at least they'd be used that way!) ;)
I am wanting to get back on the blogging band wagon - not that I'm sure I was ever properly on it. 2011 will see some exciting moments for us. Namely, a little brother/sister for Ada due in July. This has meant that for the past nearly four months I have not been doing a thing re. making shoes etc... slack I know.
Anyhow, on to the point of this post! Today we attended a baby shower for a mummy to be named Anna. She's having a girl so of course I decided to make her a little pair of shoes!
Here are the 'Anna' shoes:
They feature a fun geometric print and hand torn chiffon bows. Faux leather soles (suitable for walkers) and organic cotton lining. They are available to order.
... to be jolly!
Thought I'd leave you with a few pretty pictures this morning. I've been so absent and I'm terribly sorry. There are reasons for this, but we don't need the nitty gritty! Hope you are enjoying your Christmas season! x
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