tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54791511677851163832024-02-07T13:43:30.120+00:00A FEW THINGS FROM MY LIFEvhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.comBlogger782125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-36114274896605277242013-06-03T23:03:00.000+01:002013-06-04T00:24:14.643+01:00GOODBYE + MOVING <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I started this blog back in the autumn of 2009 mainly documenting DIY projects around our house, writing about my family and my daughter. Maybe because of this space I also started my little business - <a href="http://sarahandbendrix.com/">sarah & bendrix. </a>My life evolved massively and work which started as a little part time job is now a small business which I'm very proud of. </div>
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I've mentioned here a few times previously that I'm not sure if I should continue this blog, what to write about and feeling overwhelmed by it all. I have been thinking about this for long and hard and decided to say bye to this space. It feels quite scary as it was a huge part of my life for the past 5 years. Also I feel very grateful for the support, help and advice I was given via this blog. So thank you all!</div>
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with <a href="http://sarahandbendrix.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ea9999;">our new website</span></a> which we've just redesigned almost by ourselves, yeh pretty good isn't it? ( it has all the fiddly bits, like personalised products menus, boxes for almost everything you can think of and design I'm very happy with.)...back to the subject...</div>
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I decided to move this blog on <a href="http://sarahandbendrix.com/">our website.</a> I love having a space where I can share my finds, tell you about our work and lives. So really it's not saying goodbye, just hopefully you will move with me?</div>
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This blog will be a bit different, I will introduce someone else as well and we will also write monthly reviews of films, TV and music. </div>
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I can't wait, it feels like a fresh start! are you coming with me? </div>
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-88169391682937020632013-05-26T21:35:00.003+01:002013-05-26T21:35:15.490+01:00fun wedding video<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-12695888662665667872013-05-21T22:47:00.000+01:002013-05-21T22:47:49.591+01:00music + video<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Wonderful advertising. Hidden, clever, beautifully done. Don't you want to buy the car after this video? Love the music and scenery.</div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-49804026575192291062013-05-17T21:49:00.000+01:002013-05-19T20:16:19.656+01:00only the best for serious cooks<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I first saw <a href="http://www.mallewtrousseau.com/page-accueil">Malle W. Trousseau</a> in Australia when reading some local magazine. The whole idea is perfectly executed to the last detail. Styling and packaging is superb.<br />
I'm not a huge cook, I would love to be better and I do try and it's not bad when I have time but if I ever win the lottery I wouldn't mind to employ someone to do heathy and yummy cooking for me.<br />
This complete trunk/set contains 43 kitchen essentials. Cutting, cooking and serving. Everything is the best quality ( quite pricey) but I imagine it would be a wonderful gift for a stylish couple or bachelor and if I ever get married again please buy me one of those:)<br />
There is one thing I'm really interested : how much are you influenced by packaging? do you sometimes buy products just because they look great and you like how they boxed or wrapped? I'm afraid I'm guilty.....<br />
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-54411607924023186662013-05-17T21:06:00.000+01:002013-05-20T12:58:42.716+01:00sponsored post - Joules<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-25393600922516264512013-05-16T07:46:00.001+01:002013-05-16T07:46:56.898+01:00Danielle Moss Chicago home tour<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I'm always very delighted to see our products in real homes. This time in <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://theeverygirl.com/feature/danielle-moss-chicago-apartment-tour/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Danielle Moss's home in Chicago. </span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Her home is light, fresh and very pretty. Our posters must be very happy living there.....(if they could). </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Spot them in photo ( 3+last one) - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/111505415/happiness-is-made-for-you-gold-foil?ref=shop_home_feat">Happiness is Made for you</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/105695444/non-je-ne-regrette-rien-large-white?ref=shop_home_active">Non Je Ne Regrette Rien</a>.</span></span></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-90152691620085171482013-05-12T23:24:00.002+01:002013-05-12T23:33:19.382+01:00trip to Iceland<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Last week my parents, my sister and I went to Iceland. It was very unusual and incredibly fun experience. We purposely wanted to go without our partners just sort of "old family" like when we were kids and it felt like it. There was so much laughter, just a brilliant time. </div>
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I have never been to Iceland before, its an amazing place. We stayed for 3 days in Reykjavik ( in <a href="http://www.icelandairhotels.com/en/hotels/marina"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">this hotel,</span> </a>great location in an old port) and made trips into countryside. Unfortunately there wasn't time to see all places I planned, but still we managed to see loads and come back full of memories. </div>
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It was cold and rainy for a bit, felt like early March, but we had couple of sunny, clear days so we were taking photos like crazy. Some places felt like landing on a moon, actually quite a lot of them, almost surreal, black lava fields everywhere you looked, steam coming out the mountains, hot lakes to bath in....hardly any trees....The grass wasn't green yet in most areas so it evoked the feeling of emptiness and contrast even more, I imagine that in summer when everything turns green it must be wonderful. </div>
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For me this video perfectly captures the island <a href="http://vimeo.com/64835157"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">http://vimeo.com/64835157</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">.</span></div>
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-13839813012601652762013-05-06T21:58:00.000+01:002013-05-06T21:58:01.604+01:00we are going to.....<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="http://vimeo.com/12236680">Inspired by Iceland Video</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/icelandinspired">Inspired By Iceland</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.<br />
only for a few days, my parents, my sister and me, Christmas present from my husband. I will post on my<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"> </span><a href="http://instagram.com/veronikapollard"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Instagram....</span></a></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-66046950153247259472013-04-30T11:34:00.002+01:002013-04-30T11:35:49.758+01:00latest styling<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I started styling a taking photos again. Mainly refreshing our current products and developing a new website, which should be much more functional and prettier....</div>
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This product is one of my favourites lately - a book with almost any text you like, we do wedding vows, poems, reading texts but most popular favourite song lyrics. We have had some really nice review and feedbacks on this product and for me personally it is the perfect gift. Thoughtful, beautifully presented and with hint of nostalgia. </div>
find our book framed pictures <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/sarahandbendrix?section_id=8073187"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">here</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"> + at the background a painting from my friend Audrey Walas</span></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-70669906945549875112013-04-30T07:43:00.000+01:002013-04-30T07:46:05.249+01:00my week in 5 photos<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The sun has been out which is absolutely wonderful, we have been busy with starting wedding season and changing our website, I also danced quite heavily this weekend at a friends wedding and now I have a horrible cold. But all feels good and I hope for you as well?<br />
all photos <a href="http://instagram.com/veronikapollard"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">my instagram</span></a></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-43543510382663990392013-04-27T07:32:00.002+01:002013-04-27T07:32:34.715+01:00reading for weekend<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Don't we all dream of having a nice brick&mortar shop filled with gorgeous things? I definitely do, and mine would be this one....full feature on <a href="http://issuu.com/91magazine/docs/91mag_issue6"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">The Hamlbledon Gallery via 91 magazine</span></a><br />
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Great interview with talented <a href="http://thedesignfiles.net/2013/04/interview-rachael-hart-of-the-establishment-studios-and-hart-co/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Rachel Hart about her creative agency</span></a><br />
<iframe frameborder="0" height="315px" src="http://www.nowness.com/media/embedvideo?itemid=2992&issueid=2422" width="650px"></iframe>Gentle video....go and create something today....<a href="http://www.nowness.com/day/2013/4/27/2992/ticket-to-la--urs-fischer"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Ticket to LA: Urs Fischer</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"> on </span><a href="http://www.nowness.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Nowness.com</span></a><br />
Have a lovely weekend!<br />
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-61674958342327435872013-04-21T20:26:00.002+01:002013-04-21T20:30:25.885+01:00my week in 5 photos<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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From my previous post you might have guessed I spend a lot of free time with our new kitten, William. </div>
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He has been getting used to our house, and all of us can't stop cuddling and playing with him. </div>
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The weather is finally nicer so tried to spend some time outside, cycling, gardening and walking. I also wallpapered a wall in our living room with a new paper from <a href="http://www.ferm-living.com/">Ferm Living </a>, which makes the room much lighter and fun. It was very easy to put up so I highly recommend it. I will post more photos soon. We had a few couples around for dinner last night, which was a nice end to a fairly relaxed week. I hope you had a great week(end)? </div>
All photos from<a href="http://instagram.com/veronikapollard"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">my instagram</span></a></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-29934081982514156382013-04-21T20:05:00.000+01:002013-04-21T20:05:05.897+01:00william<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We have a new family member, William. I love cats and wanted one for ages. So this was my birthday present. He is 9.5 weeks and so adorable.....</div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-57675493592855495162013-04-06T18:08:00.001+01:002013-04-06T18:08:14.210+01:00packed with love + instagram<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Sorry about being very quite around here. Between celebrating few family birthdays ( including mine - turned 35), I flew to Prague last week to drop my daughter off to my parents, she is there full two weeks of her spring break. We have done it in past, I fly with her, stay couple of days, and pick her up after a week also. It works really well, they love her to bits, she really enjoys spending time with them and it also means we have a childcare to cover her school holidays.<br />
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I always try to fit loads of things in that time, going out, extra work, DIY etc. We went to celebrate friends birthday<a href="http://www.hoxtonhotels.com/"> here</a> last night, going to theatre on Monday to see <a href="http://www.oncemusical.com/">this </a>and to rugby game! tomorrow. Please just don't be too cold....<br />
Between all that we have been working on a new website, blog, packaging, new products, ideas. As usual there is loads of them in my head, but I try to simplify and make wise choices this time. Don't we all these days?<br />
Here is our finished new packaging, very gentle. I love our thank you (product cards), I took inspiration <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/96493498/instant-download-hello-diy-printable">from this</a>, do you remember I featured it here a while back?<br />
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One more news - I finally (re) started Instagram ( after ages when I kept losing my password) and you can now follow my work, outings, bits of family life over there too.<br />
my name is : <a href="http://instagram.com/veronikapollard"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ea9999;">veronikapollard</span></a><br />
Let me know if you are on Instagram, I would love to have peek into your life too....<br />
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have a great week(end)</div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-84631530379012463812013-04-03T11:32:00.002+01:002013-04-03T11:32:55.644+01:00spring sale <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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During last weekend we reached 10 000 admires in our <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/sarahandbendrix?ref=si_shop"><span style="color: #e06666;">Etsy shop. </span></a> It's calling for a small celebration so we are offering 20% discount on all items. Head over to<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/sarahandbendrix?ref=si_shop"> <span style="color: #e06666;">our shop</span></a><span style="color: #e06666;"> </span>and apply code : SPRING after you add items to your cart. Enjoy!<br />
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THE CODE IS VALID FROM <b>3rd April - 8th April. </b><br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/sarahandbendrix?ref=si_shop"><span style="color: #e06666;">sarah & bendrix Etsy shop</span></a><br />
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-78191417956275927522013-03-26T23:22:00.003+00:002013-03-26T23:22:56.990+00:00Easter table setting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Very simple and pretty Easter table settings from<a href="http://ablognamedscout.com/fortunate-feast-spring-tabletop/"><span style="color: #999999;"> here. </span></a></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-14100262699256719042013-03-20T16:47:00.000+00:002013-03-20T16:47:49.420+00:00kids birthday party ideas<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Anya is still in her pink phase, so she would love this kind of party. Her birthday is 2 months away but she is already thinking about the theme. Pink heart balloons and strawberry lollies? I can hear " YES please...". Very cute.<br />
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from<a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2013/02/10/smp-at-home-a-valentine-making-party-for-kids/#"> <span style="color: #999999;">here</span></a></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-52374900983247324802013-03-18T22:31:00.001+00:002013-03-19T00:58:48.096+00:00Australia 5. - Good Bye<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Last week of our trip took us to Queensland. We stayed in place called <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rainbow_Beach,_Queensland"><span style="color: #999999;">Rainbow Beach</span></a> about 3 hours north of Brisbane. A small town surrounded by nature, deep forest and ocean. As it was after summer season the town was very quiet, so our two teenagers felt a bit bored. But selfishly I didn't mind at all. I loved it. I managed to read a few books, swam every morning, slept long hours...just paradise. We stayed in<a href="http://www.stayz.com.au/86096"> <span style="color: #999999;">this place</span></a> which was luxury itself. Seriously perfect...<br />
We visited<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fraser_Island"> Fraser's Island</a>, which was just 15 mins drive. It's a World Heritage site and the largest sand island in the world. Magical place.<br />
Unfortunately the weather was a bit changeable but still very warm.<br />
I'm sorry to everyone who is fed up with me going about our "perfect " trip to Aus but I wanted to share with you my experience and some of my thousands photos.<br />
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Just last couple notes :<br />
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Australia is bigger then you think, I know sounds banal but you don't realise how huge it is until you are there.<br />
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At the moment their dollar is very strong so everything is very very expensive for Europeans.<br />
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Check your flight details, not once but twice even more....you save yourself lots of trouble.<br />
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I personally think 4 year old is bit too young for a long trip like this. A. was fantastic, really enjoyed it, but she still feel a bit tired now from the constant travelling and moves. <br />
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Don't care if someone tells you what to pack, make your own choices:)<br />
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If members of family don't pack any books for long flights pack it for them. Or make them to buy some in duty free. You save yourself sanity.<br />
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so Good Bye Australia!<br />
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-23416823100986191052013-03-16T21:00:00.001+00:002013-03-16T21:08:11.103+00:00Australia 4. - Blue Mountains<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Yes it wasn't all just wonderfully sunny and hot. We had about 4 days of rain and very cold weather. M. told me not to pack any jackets or jumpers. Trip to NorthFace was necessary, I get cold and grumpy really quickly....<br />
Shame we couldn't enjoy <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Mountains_(New_South_Wales)">Blue Mountains</a> more, but still - I loved walking through the rainforest and staying in a pretty village called<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leura,_New_South_Wales"> Leura. </a></div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-10426839954892508302013-03-16T07:38:00.003+00:002013-03-16T19:45:26.183+00:00Australia 3. - shops I enjoyed<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We got back couple of days ago and after spending almost 30 hours on plane I felt awfully jet legged and exhausted. Due to a wrongly booked flight we had to travel from Brisbane to Melbourne, then to Bangkok, wait 4 hours and then to London. Simply, we left lunchtime on Monday from our apartment and got home on Wednesday morning. Not recommended with 4 year old :) But hey...<br />
Back to this post. When in Melbourne and Sydney I discovered a couple lovely shops which I would like to share with you.<br />
In Melbourne I found<span style="color: #999999;"> <a href="http://www.mudaustralia.com/"><span style="color: #999999;">MUD</span></a></span> which sell beautiful ceramic, the first photo. If I could I'd have bought the whole lot but I'm very happy with a few lovely bowls I purchased.<br />
The second photo is from<a href="http://www.littlesalon.com.au/"> <span style="color: #999999;">Little Salon</span></a> where I bought these cutest neon earrings. Both definitely worth a visit if you are in area.<br />
In Sydney I very much enjoyed<a href="http://www.aesop.com/uk/?gclid=CJXrjo7bgLYCFW_KtAodmlAA3Q"> <span style="color: #999999;">Aesop</span></a><span style="color: #999999;">,</span> (3rd. photo) and <a href="http://www.seedheritage.com/w1/i1002168"><span style="color: #999999;">Seed</span></a> where I bought way to much clothes for Anya...And the last photo is of lovely Brooke from <span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://elementsilove.com/visit-the-store/"><span style="color: #999999;">elementsilove</span></a>,</span> our Australian stockist. They store wonderful mixture of French and Indian antiques and vintage inspired pieces. Beautiful shop.....</div>
vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-1922260995019396352013-03-07T22:44:00.001+00:002013-03-07T22:44:30.637+00:00touch of spring<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hi it is Petra here today.<br />
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At a time when our friends
from London traveled with family to sunny Australia, we at the same
time left for vacation to London and lived in their lovely house. I
love London. Every visit I discover a lot of interesting places. As I
mentioned in a previous post, I planned to visit <a href="http://www.fewthingsfrommylife.blogspot.co.uk/2012/11/poilane-bakery.html" target="_blank">Poilâne bakery</a> and
I can recommend it, we had a pleasant experience.</div>
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Every time I
return home full of inspiration and enthusiasm to implement both new
and long overdue ideas. For some time I wanted to use a bit of old
rose color in our bedroom, where I usually prefer beige and gray and
white, accented with gold and black.</div>
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And after the return from
London, was the right time to bring old rose into our house like a
nice memory of the first spring flowers in parks and gardens.</div>
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I
can't wait until spring arrives to Prague!</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">See you later!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="en-US" style="line-height: 17px;"><span style="line-height: 17px;">photos & styling by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/petraweissova/" target="_blank">P.+V. Weiss</a></span></span></span></span><br />
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kiss poster pink <a href="http://sarahandbendrix.bigcartel.com/product/kiss-slowly-poster-blush-pink" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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Petrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17996040710347310455noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-60896622024374494532013-03-05T10:32:00.000+00:002013-03-05T10:32:42.499+00:00Australia 2. - Sydney<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We spent most of our second week in Sydney. We enjoyed quite tropical weather, misty, muggy and hot. We did the usual touristy things like taking a water taxi to a few places, seeing Opera and climbing the Harbour Bridge. Bondi Beach was busy but still absolutely wonderful. I have been taking way to many photos, so here is a few from that week. We also stayed in<a href="http://www.staywithstyle.com.au/accommodation-search/harris-st-pyrmont#.UTXHp6Wdw20" style="color: #999999;"> this place</a>, gorgeous two bedroom apartment, with oozes of style and space. Highly recommended, plus it had a huge roof terrace which reminded me <a href="http://www.thehighline.org/">High Line in NY</a>. Five stars from me.<br />
Since then we moved to Queensland and through a couple really rainy days we arrived to very close to Fraser's Island. But more about it next time.....<br />
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-32852226610623286612013-02-28T00:01:00.000+00:002013-03-30T13:47:46.439+00:00bonjour amour, bon jour<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We have a new poster in our shop. And it's truly delicious morning wake up call.</div>
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Bonjour, amour, bon jour - Good morning love, have a good day. </div>
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Mint or white background with gold foil wording. <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">Size - A3 - 42 x 30 cm, 16" x 12"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">What do you think? Nice fresh touch to your kitchen or bedroom?</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;"><a href="http://sarahandbendrix.bigcartel.com/product/bonjour-amour-bon-jour-good-morning-love-have-a-good-day">Buy it here. </a></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The posters was created by Audrey Walas for our shop. </span></span></div>
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-24234735659036827192013-02-26T04:54:00.000+00:002013-02-26T04:54:08.772+00:00Australia 1.- Melbourne<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We are at the end of first week of our holiday. Melbourne was great. The weather was fantastic, we enjoyed loads of sun, salt water....a trip to mountains (<a href="http://puffingbilly.com.au/">Puffing Billy</a>) was refreshing and having our legs out of the windows was quite liberating. The hotel we stayed in (<a href="http://theprince.com.au/"><span style="color: #999999;">The Prince</span></a>) was pretty cool with wonderful location but not very child friendly, I know it's more young, party type of hotel but anyway, they were fine but not fantastic.<br />
I went to couple nice little shops as well, but more about that next time.<br />
I hope you are all ok?<br />
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vhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02046747117406771847noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5479151167785116383.post-25715268635180171272013-02-21T08:35:00.000+00:002013-02-21T08:35:14.716+00:00the first snow <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Last year I have decided to start adding other designers to our shop. The first of them is called appropriately - The First Snow. They make wonderful items for weddings, painted cake toppers, posters, table numbers and custom wedding signs. I fell in love with their handmade, hand painted style, pretty details and colours. We now stock some of their items and I'm so happy! They are truly lovely and would finish any wedding perfectly.
all available in our shop now -<a href="http://sarahandbendrix.bigcartel.com/products?search=chalkboard"><span style="color: #999999;"> head over here</span></a><br />
photos & styling by me
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