Breville Coffee Machine

TFG Winter Trending

Check out the 3 hottest trends this winter at hi-online & @home, part of http://www.tfg.co.za. For trendy tech & homeware, look no further! Below, my favourite trend this winter – GREY MINIMALIST!

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I love the minimalist grey trend as it fits right in with my love of industrial style, apartment living and obsession with Scandi design. The perfect look for city living or small spaces. Great storage is key to obtaining a minimal look and so these ombre baskets are perfect to add a touch of interest, yet keeping your space clutter free. I use the Breville espresso coffee machine at home. Not only does it make great coffee, but it gives that cool, industrial feel to your kitchen. And no Scandi inspired living space is complete without a geometric throw – this octangle knit throw is the cherry on top for me! For more – visit http://www.tfg.co.za

Win With Kim Gray & Cavendish Square

I’ve put together 3 fabulous, festive collections from Cavendish Square each valued at R5000. You stand the chance to win one! So hurry on over to the Cavendish Square Facebook Page, select your favourite board, “share it” and stand the chance to win it! Merry merry! 🙂 xx

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My Home: Home Decor Shoot

Eeek so my styling is rusty – especially with a baby crawling around shoot equipment etc – so excuse the exposed cord or skew books! Still lots I want to do/change, but as you’ve heard over the months, I’ve slowly been changing up things around the house with my love for Moroccan & Scandi design – and I’ve been able to work with some incredible local talent (and international) Here it goes!

Picture and Frame, Print Wild; side tables, L.I.M; lamps, The Artisan; Linen, Linen House; Mohair Blanket, The Mohiar Millshop; dog bed, Unleashed Origionals. Below: Muuto Wall Hooks, Entrepo 

Wall Light, Mono Online Store; desk, L.I.M; chair, Robert Thomson; cushion, Skinny laMinx; Muuto grey storage basket, Entrepo; ceramic vessel, Ceramic Factory.

Coffee Machine, Breville from @Home; espresso mugs, Le Creuset; storage cabinet, L.I.M; clear glasses and wine carafe, Fine & Fabulous; tall white coffee cups, Mono Online Store; tall ceramic carafe, Ceramic Factory; platters, Klomp Ceramics; Bubbly, Lammershoek.

Shelf, Stockperd; flowers, Fabulous Flowers, Coffee cup as vas, Mono Online Store; gold Lego man, Superbalist.

Carpet, Airloom; leather pouffe & coffee table, Moroccan Warehouse; Pomme Pomme pouffe, Shopagift.co.za; flowers, Fabulous Flowers.

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TV Unit, Brak Furniture, Baskets, Esque; mohair blanket & candle stick holder, Entrepo; grey ceramic vessel, Ceramic Factory; black ceramic bowl, Klomp Ceramics; Sitting Lamp, Graeme Bettles Design; chair, Robert Thomson; Picture & Frame; Print Wild.

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Tipi , beads & pom pom throw, Mono Online Store; Sheepskin Rug, Woodheads; ‘YAY” Flag, Zana Products; knitted bunting, Fournier; picture & frame (Photography by Anne Photography) and Faceblocks, Print Wild; kelim cushions, Moroccan Warehouse; black and white triangle cushion, Love Milo.

Floor lamp, The Artisan; Sidetable / stool, Moroccan Warehouse; cushion, Skinny laMinx .

Muuto light pendant, Entrepo; ABC poster, Mono Online Store ; ‘H’ Cushion, Scarlett Fine; Duikers & Herds Cushions, Skinny laMinx; Fox & Swiss Cross cushions, Zana Products; black & white triangle print cushion, Love Milo; carpet, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs; ball & claw table, Vamp; gold pouffe, Moroccan Warehouse.

“Harry” tote & growth chart, Macaroon; personalised pillow, BabyScoop.

Photography, Anne Photography. (Below pics – my quick happy snaps)

Mirror, Robert Thomson; fabric buckets, Skinny laMinx; Rabbit Light, In Good Company; green storage basket, Entrepo; leather travel bag; Mary Made. 

 

Things that make my life better

A few things that make everyday just that much better!

I am LOVING our new Brevillle Coffee machine. Now you’ll probably know that in the past I’ve blogged about other machines, as I love coffee, and I guess there’s something for everyone out there. (Pods, push of a button etc) SO having tried a few different machines, I was a bit daunted at first by the Breville machine, as I thought it was going to be hard work – and I want coffee ASAP in the morning. To my excitement, it’s SO easy to use, has that artisanal feel and flavour, and looks industrial-designer-stylish! Over the moon with my new machine! Find it in two size at @Home, here. 

photoNext, a designer – all purpose nappy bag by Taylor Covington. This bag can easily be used as a handbag, laptop bag or nappy bag. With its many compartments, I can be super organised and be out and about in style.

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Next, Banting really has changed my head, body & life! Cannot recommend the course I’m doing more highly! Man, the stuff I’ve learnt has me never wanting to eat from a major retailer again. But that’s for another post.

Here are some Banting ingredients I’m enjoying that I got at Faithful-To-Nature!

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Oh Mega Macadamia Nut Butter – is the best way to combat a sweet craving, get more fat in your diet and indulge. I love the crunchy texture of this butter. Don’t be fooled by cheaper Macadamia nut Butters at larger retail stores that contain genetically modified ingredients and vegetable oil.

Looking to up your fat intake and make a delicious salad dressing? Try out the delicious organic Avocado Oil. It has quite a strong flavour so a little goes a long way.

Did you know the rise of heart disease, infertility (and more) and the first recorded heart attack was around the 1930’s, when grains were introduced. Here’s a lovely grain free cereal full of goodness. I love the crunch!

I’m also cooking with Coconut Oil now days. (You don’t even want to know the unhealthy process seed oils go through) – it’s best to actually buy the Coconut Oil in glass too if you can – see options here.

But it’s all so expensive you say? SO is a trip to the Doctor! Plus – I eat less, drink less, don’t snack or by sweets and chocolates! Saved heaps right there! I’m going to have to stop right there, or I’ll become and Banting Basher! 🙂

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Then, while I love cooking for Harry and having a hand in his diet – The Baby Grocer saves me loads of time – so I can spend more time with Harry. Do tell your hard working mommy friends! It’s great to know Harry is getting a good variety in his diet and it’s all organically sourced.

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Here’s to a great weekend ahead! XOX