You Make Me Smile...

Since the problems I have had with our old computer has ended with the purchase of my new laptop, I have lost quite a few awards that some of you gave me. I was extremely thankful for all of them and I am sorry I had not mentioned them before this, but all of my saved photo files had vanished, including the images of the awards and who gave them to me.

This one above was from Obee Designs and I have to tell you all things that make me happy.

This list can change daily, but for the moment, this is what I smile about...

Now there are the obvious things like our boys and my loving Husband, Mic...other than that -
I love our big fireplace in our kitchen and this winter I plan on using it more. Last winter we relied on our reverse cycle heating, but it is not the same. I love changing the displays on the mantel often too and since this photo it has changed a few times. I also love our big clock.

Next is creating...anything. Food for our family, a welcoming home, a beautiful event and little things I come up with on the spot like this canvas which has the La Balloon image I have recently put on a new cover in my Store.These may make there way to the store if there is enough interest.

via pottery barn

White bathrooms that don't feature run of the mill fittings and fixtures...and lots of baskets!

While we are on the subject of bathrooms, look what is under the ugly lino in our bathroom!!! Now this makes me smile. I am still working on finishing, but have been very busy with other projects this week, and I promise to show you images as soon as I have it all sorted.

paddington Perspective I think!
Next up is barns. I love them and you would all know by now how much I want one to put on our property to turn into a store, a permanent store. This one in Bowral NSW is gorgeous, but an old one would be perfect for me.

Sewing. Now this wasn't always the case and when I was at school hated sewing with a passion, but since we first moved out of home, sewing just happened and I would make white roman blinds and drapes for the rental house we first lived in to give it the feel it was ours...from there it has taken hold and now I sew everything...literally!

This cover is a new one I have added to my Store.
New friends and inspiration I always get from all of you bloggers and readers. This blog has been a great thing for me and I thank you all for your ever supportive comments and emails. This image above is from Maria over at Dreamy Whites. This is a blog you must look at, you will be amazed...trust me!

Eva Lindh
...and as always, beautiful home wares and styling.
It never ceases to amaze me what some white fabric and old scrubby wood can do...especially when teamed up with Swedish, French and slightly industrial pieces.

Well that is what makes me smile this week and I thank you all for your awards. I am very lucky to have all of you with me on this trip.

Ness xx