Bookmarked: Jeyo Side Tables

These Jeyo Side Tables had me in a flurry when the Graham and Graham newsletter dropped in my inbox.

The 50s inspired design along with the pretty coloured table top might just be ideal as a bedside friend. My current bedside situation compromises a small bookcase and the OH a wee cabinet – both handed down from the folks. I think these lovely side tables would be an investment into a grown up bedroom – whatever that might be! At £64 each, it would have to be a saver but definite food for thought.

 

My favourite would be the French Grey table made with the delightful  Shisham wood.

When did you begin to upgrade from hand-me-downs?

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A writer’s corner

This post goes out to all the bloggers, writers and freelancers in the world (or anyone who finds themselves curled up with a laptop at  home).

Although I’m very grateful I have a working PC (and back blogging!), I’m currently without a laptop (woe is me/first world problems) and have found myself dreaming of curling up in the corner instead of scrunched over a make-shift desk in front of this PC. Of course whilst doing this, my imagination tends to sway towards this little ‘writing corner’ and all the prettiness it might include (if money were no object). Yup, my brain is rather special.

1. Lighthouse Mug via Julia Smith Ceramics 2.Garden Centre Cushion Mustard via Elsie and Vine 3. Donna Wilson Blah Blah Mini Blanket 4. Wrist Worms via Sandra Juto

5. Orla Kiely Digital Radio 6. Rosehip Retro Floral notebook via One Brown Cow 7. Biscuits via A Daily Something 8. Ritchie Armchair via Made

What would be in your writer’s corner?

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Bookmarked: Three Jelly Moulds and a Wardrobe

Following on from yesterday’s post (touching on purchasing online vintage clothing),  I thought we’d take a look at homewares. In particular, the new online vintage and secondhand store, Three Jelly Moulds and a Wardrobe.

This gem of a shop is the creation of Elizabeth of Rosalilium fame and includes an abundance of vintage treasures to fill your home and your basket. Once again the pieces are well priced so it’s a great alternative to braving this mad British weather at a car boot or market – Elizabeth will do it for you!

Elizabeth is currently having a giveaway (2nd blog birthday – go say hello and send balloons) to win a £25 voucher for Three Jelly Mould’s and a Wardrobe. Fancy a chance of winning? All you need to do is visit her blog and simply chose a favourite item from the shop then cross those fingers (not too much mind, I want to win!). I chose two (I’m a greedy mare); the Cross Stitched Linen Tray Cloth and Red Enamelware Coffee pot. What takes your fancy?

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Weekend highlights

Lots of delightful things have kept me smiling this weekend. Let’s begin with a spot of stationery browsing:

• This Assorted Banner Set via Brown Paper is simply delightful. Pop them in your drawer ready for impromptu thank you’s, birthdays and those ‘just because’ moments. *Adds to wish list*

• Listening to Jeff Buckley on the way to work and pottering around town has kept me in check (what would I do without music?). That beautiful man was from another world, I swear. Luckily, my friend has lent me My Sweetheart The Drunk to continue my obsession.

• I have blabbered on before about how much I love Oh Comely magazine, I’m sure. However, while I am waiting for the next issue to pop through my letterbox, I’ve been catching up on old issues whilst cat sitting at my friend’s house. Oh Comely thank you for enriching my life.

• Be still my beating heart! I’ve been on the prowl for a new tea caddy as ours is looking a tad worse for wear. This Twinings Diamond Jubilee Tea Caddy would be a lovely addition to welcome in our British Summer.

• Unfortunately I don’t think this Black With Ivory Mini Dot Dress via Goldie London will suit my shape but I do like it so I do.

• I was gifted a True Grace candle last week and I was impressed how long the scent lingers (good ol’ essential oils). A nice change from lighting  tea lights every night.

• There’s nothing better on a Sunday morning but to research DIY tutorials with a cup of tea and a slice of cake. But this Coffee Syrups Tutorial via A Beautiful Mess has me pining for the beany wonderment that is coffee. I’m gonna give it a go at some stage me thinks.

• Whilst we were having computer issues, I was thankful for one thing – our Xbox 360. We’ve had it for years but has turned out to be a great investment using it not only to play games (the OH) but watch DVDs and download Iplayer, 4od, Last FM and access our LoveFilm library (and there are loads more aps too). So I spent Friday night laughing my head off at Moss from the IT Crowd.

Happy Monday!

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Bookmarked: Butter Dish

Ah the humble butter dish. Now then, I understand a ceramic or glass vessel to hold your tasty butter is not essential in life, nor is it necessary to spend £20 or so on one. Which is why I’ve been on the hunt in charity shops to find one that suits. Alas, I’ve had no luck so far *shakes fists at charity shop gods* so I’ve put together a wee collection of butter dishes that are very lovely, very lovely indeed. I shall keep my fingers crossed that I find the right one in the meantime.

Orla Kiely Poppy Meadow Butter Dish//Louella Glass Butter Dish//Ceramic ‘Butter’ Dish

Ceramic Bird Butter Dish//Avoca Buttons Butter Dish//Julia Davey Seaside Butter Dish

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