A few fave things

I'm so close to being on holidays. I have an exam and an assignment left. Yay. I'm looking forward to having time off from studying. Anyway, I made something simple of a few of my fave things. I thought I would have fun with photoshop. I made a mini montage of some of my fave things. The pink
journal as I love journals and writing in them or using them for ideas. I prefer
blank pages so I can sketch and put little bits and pieces in them. The cupcake stand because I have the exact same one given to me for christmas. Plus I love cupcakes. The butterfly necklace to represent my love for butterflies. The teacups as I love tea and pretty teacups. The stationary shows my love for paper and for writing letters. And the ballet flats are to show my obsession with ballet flats =)
I have more things but this seem to be the best ones to use for the moment.
I also want to say thanks to everyone who has been commenting on my blog. Thanks so much =) Have a happy day!

*Update*
This is for Zabrina at Pixie Blossoms. She asked if I could make some links to the items =)
A. A5 Soft cloth Pink Journal from Kikki.K $24.95 (This is an Australian site but it is Swedish design).

B. Maxwell & Williams Casa Domani Chantilly 3 Tier Cake Stand Pink - $29.95 from Home Couture (Though this can be bought from many different Homeware stores. Again I'm not sure about overseas. Mine was a present so not sure which store it came from).

C. Diva Hanging Butterfly Charm necklace from the Secret Garden range - $24.95 from Diva.

D. The teacup and saucer are from Royal Doulton. It's from the Old Country Roses Range. The price are in pounds as I found this on the British site. I borrowed these same teacups from a friend for my 22nd birthday. For the American site go to Royal Doulton US.

E. This is from Lantern Paper Each writing set is $24.95.

F. These ballet flats are from French Sole They are from the Harriet range. These are in pounds as well. But there should be several different boutiques that hold them. In Australia they are available at Miss Chic Boutique Not all styles though.

And thats it. I hope to make another post of some of my creations I have been doing while taking a break from uni work.

Diva Jewellery and Pirates of the Caribbean

Uni is so busy for next week which means my weekend is busy uni wise. So to break up the monotony I thought I would make a collage/montage. This time it is pretty jewellery from Diva here in Australia. I picked some of my favourite bits from some of their ranges. And from there it makes me want to make a butterfly montage and one inspired by the Secret Garden as well. Also some of the jewellery, especially the charm style necklaces makes me want to make them. So I can add my own touch.

Anyway as the ranges are still available I thought I would list prices and things too.
* Diamonds and Pearls Range
A. 5 Pearl Top Ring - $9.95
B. Tear Drop and Key necklace - $19.95
* 'It' Girl Range
C. Butterfly Brooch - $12.95
D. Butterfly Pendant - $14.95
* Eastern Jewel Range
E. Concave painted flower ring - $9.95
F. 2 x rose studs - $9.95
* Secret Garden Range
G. Hanging butterfly charm necklace - $24.95
H. Enamel butterfly pendant - 16.95
I. Painted heart Locket earrings - $12.95
* Golden Girl Range
J. Keys on Ring pendant - $19.95
K. Keys on ring pendant - 29.95
L. Butterfly on hoop - $16.95
M. Crystal butterfly gold pendant - $19.95
These can be seen at Diva but they have to be purchased in store.


I saw this movie yesterday the day it came out. I did like it. I like all three of the movies. I can't help but love Jack Sparrow. I guess it helps that he's played by Johnny Depp. I did enjoy it though. I know some people probably won't like it but I do for the enjoyment factor. To me that is.
Anyway, I shall get back to doing some uni work.
xox

Susie O'Neill

Yesterday in my Olympic movement and society class we had Susie O'Neill come and talk to us. She's and Australian Olympic gold medalist and champion swimmer. She was known as Madam Butterfly. As that was her best event. Anyway, I got her autograph and a photo with her. I'm pretty bummy looking as I'm at uni so I don't really dress up much. I can't be bothered but some days I do. Anyway, she was great. Very down to earth and casual.
Something else I'm trying to do is take close up photos. And seeing as we are in a major drought we don't have many flowers. They were pretty much the only ones I could find in the garden. Pretty sad ey.
Anyway, til next time

A Portrait

I have been given a drawn portrait of me by my beautiful and lovely friend Laura. She is such a talented person. She can drawn, design, take photos and she's ever so creative. Here is the picture.
This was based on a picture she took of me. She is such a wonderful artist and very lovely girl. She's one of my bestest friends =)
Anyway when her myspace for her business is up and running I will make a link to it.

xox

Marie Antoinette

I finally watched this movie a few days ago. It is so visually stunning! I love the scenery and the beautiful elaborate costumes. There was so much visual candy I really did want to eat it. The dresses and shoes were gorgeous! And I loved the colours used in everything. I know many people criticised this movie but I still loved it anyway. I was so inspired by it that I made a collage. The items are things that make me think of the loveliness. I do want to read this book. It sounds really interesting. And the movie was based on this book. Anyway, here is the collage.
I just looked for pictures and things that reminded me of the movie. And some of the items are inspiration and what I would think she would use in modern times. =) Funny to think about it like that. I had fun making it and Jason gave me some help with the collage. Your the best Jason! xox

Mothers Day

Happy Mothers day! We had a fun time. We had breakfast at our church cafe. There was some good food there. And we had a few photos as well. Here are some.
This is everyone. Extended family included. The picture was a bit dark as it was raining today for once.
Mum was us kids. Too bad I'm looking the other way. But there is a better photo than this somewhere.
And this is me with my lovely sister and law and sweet Melly my other brothers girlfriend. I thought it was a nice photo =)
Lizzy with her boys. My beautiful little nephews. I love them. They're so adorable.
I thought I would show my yummy hot chocolate. I love hot chocolate and always get it when I work with my brother.
This is the two necklaces I made for mum. She is collecting cross necklaces =). The light wasn't too good when I took this photo.
Here is an updated version of one of the necklaces I made. The tiny badge is from church as all the females were given one.
And this is a picture of a cameo necklace I made and the tiny earrings I also made. I love cameos and silhouettes.

Oh and I want to say thanks so much to Jason for helping me with the new layout! mwa xox

Some creations

I have some more bad news. Pickles the dog died yesterday. He was my oldest brother and sister in law's dog but he lived with my sister in law Liz's mum. He got hit by a car yesterday. It's really sad. He was only a little dog and getting old but still...this wasnt the way anyone wanted him to go. My poor little nephew Isaiah saw it happen as well and he is shock. And it makes it worse as it's Isaiah's 6th birthday today. Poor little fella. He was buried by my brother yesterday afternoon.

Anyway, I'm not going to dwell on bad news. I have some mini collage style pictures of what I have been doing. I finished that handbound book I made a post about. Here it is.
I quite like it. I added that ribbon on the spine to cover the stitching. It makes it look prettier I guess =). This collage is pictures of what I am giving my friend Kristina for her birthday tonight. I made the two necklaces in the teacup. And I made the mini notecards and their envelopes. And I made the birthday card. I enjoy putting together presents. This is a picture of a present for another friend of mine from earlier on this year. It's actually a vase of some sort but looks like a giant wine glass.
xox