The Big 50

On Friday my darling Dad will be turning 50! I have been busy making a photo scrapbook to present to him at a family dinner. It has been taking me forever to choose photos and organise how it will look, but with only a few days remaining I am pleased that I am almost finished!

Dad didn't want a big party - so we compromised and arranged a family dinner for him, with his sisters and mother.

I cant believe my Dad will be 50 - he doesn't look or act like he is 50. I cant wait to spend a wonderful weekend with him celebrating and enjoying a few champagnes!

Ralph Lauren Home

Elegance. Class. Sophistication. Opulence. Wealth.

Ralph Lauren is a man whom captures the essence of of the above. By far one of the best and most recognizable fashion crossover companies perhaps in the history of home wares, it is no wonder Ralph Lauren Home was a $390 million business in 2007.

Timeless furnishings make the collections a smart purchase - mainly to those with a few extra pennies in their pockets. The classic shape makes them a well turned out purchase mixing well no matter what style your home.Sumptuous sofas and come to me beds adorn the collections.

When Ralph Lauren was asked by Elle Decor of his inspiration in designing home wares his reply was simple "When I started my company over four decades ago, I thought about what I wanted to wear and how I liked to see my wife dress. Branching out into interiors, taking inspiration from what I wanted in my own homes, was just a natural progression."

Ralph Lauren polo shirts are now a staple in the modern mans wardrobe and it wont be long before Ralph Lauren Home is a staple in the modern families home.

Chinese Lanterns

Chinese lanterns whisper romance. The soft light illuminating surrounds. Pretty colours.They are just so pretty if you ask me! So when I found them for just $2 i snapped up the last white ones to go in my bedroom, which I am slowly redecorating. I will not post pictures yet, until I have a final product to show you - don't hold your breaths though, it may take me a while! I cannot wait to have a new luxurious bedroom.

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Bed Head

I am so excited! I am going to make my new bedhead. For years now I have had a lovely wrought iron bed, but it is not all that comfortable to lean up against whilst reading before bed or watching the late night news.

I have been looking for a nice simple yet stunning bed for a few months yet and have not found one i like or that would be practical - most importantly not breaking the budget!
I decided that with Dads help I would make it. I found gorgeous fabric from Textile Traders and now all I have to do is buy some wood and get to it.

The fabric is flocked, cream coloured, floral pattern a bit like this one belowHere are a few pictures of upholstered bedheads