Buying Bed Linen

There is nothing nicer than making your bed for the first time with fabulous new bed linen...

or is this just a sensation I experience???

 

We recently purchased a new mattress for our king size bed, but it is much thicker than the previous mattress & believe it or not, the king size quilt cover is about 10cm too narrow to cover it.

When I make my bed I have to line it up so the side you look at when you walk in the door is covered & the window side  has the sheets exposed.

 

Thankfully there is a solution to this problem, its called the 'Super King'.

A traditional King is  245 x 210cm

The Super king is 270 x 240cm

 

So Ive done a little online retail therapy & this is what I bought

 

 

The Ascot seafoam quilt set.

 

I have only purchased the quilt & basic pillow cases & I think once it arrives I might go & get some fabric to sew a few cushions in various sizes to dress it up a little.

 

I have purchased this from an online store called

 Planet Linen

 

I will let you know how it pans out.

 

I would love a white quilt but I plan to save that for the dream house.

 I want it to be sparkling & new when I move in & if the speed we are currently travelling at with getting organised for building this house is any indication of how long the build will take, then my quilt will be old & worn by the time we move in.

We had expected to be started by mid may but the dream guy has changed his plan of attack & still hasn't finished quoting it so it could be months before there is any action.

He is currently building a kitchenette in his shed/mancave seen as though we will spend all of our spare time there once the building begins, he has already built a bathroom.

 

Have you purchased any new linen lately?

 

Where do you do your online shopping & what keeps you going back there???

 

Cheers

Trish xxx

 

 

 

 



 

 

Master bedroom heaven

 Source HOUZZ
 

Now this is my idea of perfection...

I love the restful colour scheme,the decor is not to feminine that my man would question his sexuality.

Fabulous bedside chandeliers(something from my bedroom wishlist)

  I'm loving the upholstered wall for the bed head & how they have framed it to give it a very stylish finish.

Of course, you can't forget that tufted ottoman at the end of the bed, I have been lusting after one of those for YEARS now.

 

Ahhh just perfect!!

What do you think?

 

CHEERS

Trish xxx

Fireplace Fantasy

Source Classic chic home

With winter well and truly upon us here in Australia I am back to dreaming of romantic bedroom fireplaces.

Source Wicker & Stitch

Source House of Turquoise

This is how I would need it to look at my house as we are that terrible couple that have a tv in the bedroom...

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I love black & white schemes, they are always so so stylish!

Source Red door home

I know this isn't exactly a bedroom image, but I am really loving this look at the moment, all of that crisp, clean white , softened by some stone.

 Its very cosy & inviting don't you think!

What does the cold weather leave you wishing for?

Have a great weekend everyone & thanks for dropping by!!!

CHEERS

Trish xxx



Beach house dreaming

Stunning!

I love this ceiling, the soft blue really oozes style & charm...

(not so sure I could live with the ceiling fan)

This living room is definately inviting, the colour scheme is so soothing

I think we should sneek up that gorgeous staircase that is peeking out of the corner & see what eye candy lives upstairs



OH! what a devine view

more lovely ceiling detail with a fantastic lantern

Heavenly master bedroom complete with ocean views & the soothing sounds of waves crashing

Dinner anyone?

Preparing meals would be a pleasure in such a well thought out & superbly decorated kitchen.

Love love love the pendant lights

This lovely home is situated at Point Pleasant Bleach NJ and is the work of

Richard Bubnowski Design

What can I say.....

Location Location Location!!

I read quotes from designers about choosing colour & using the palette that mother nature provides us with...Bringing the outdoors in.

  I have to say it really is spot on in this beach house.

Blues from the ocean & sky, white from the clouds & white caps of the waves & then of course the sand colours used throughout  give a serene, calm & soothing feel amongst the architectural details.

This house is finished to perfection.
The furniture, lighting & architectural details  all work togethor to give a relaxed WOW experience to anyone that walks in the door!

What do you think, is this a dream house for you too?

CHEERS
Trish xxx

Thank You!

I just wanted to say a quick, but huge

Thank You

for all of the lovely birthday messages from everyone, I felt very special!!!

I was very spoilt for my birthday & will actually be having a bit of a party this weekend to celebrate, so I am looking forward to that. I will have my parents 2 sisters & my brother all in the same place at once. We don't get togethor like that to often, so it should be lots of fun !

My dream guy and the kids took me shopping for my birthday & let me choose my own gift

 (apparently I'm fussy)

& seen as though I have a thing for mirrors at the moment that is exactly what I have chosen.

I found this image at Interiors Online , but I hope to take my own pic to share with you soon, along with some of the other goodies I was spoilt with.

Image via Good Life of Design

I intend on hanging mine in the formal lounge room in my dream house

I'm loving round mirrors over fireplaces, which is where I will be placing my mirror 

Althought they look pretty special in the bathroom as well, from memory I think this may be one of

Sarah Richardson's beautiful bathroom designs.

 Please correct me if I'm wrong!

At this point in time I will have to hang my mirror in my bedroom, but that's okay I will get to admire it every morning as soon as I open my eyes,

placed strategically so I don't have  to see my scary bedhead of course!!

Have a fabulous week everyone & thank you for being such lovely blog friends, I really do appreciate you comments & well wishes

xxx

CHEERS

Trish xx

Love their style

Whilst perusing a few ideas books over at Houzz I came across a company that had an endless supply of inspirational work to show case.

LDA Architecture & Interiors

 are regular contributors to Houzz, so you may already be familiar with some of their work.
I fell in love with their style....take a peek!

Whats not to love!

These guys appear to be the master of the mud room, not a room you really see in an Aussie home, but I often wish I could have one, especially when they are made to be so stylish by LDA Architecture & Interiors.

If you want to see more drop by their website or take a peek at their blog

CHEERS

Trish xxx

Fancy a Faux Fireplace

Image via wicker & stitch

When we finally build our dream house I really do fancy the idea of a faux fireplace in the master bedroom...

Something to add a little romance to the boudoir

I don't want an actual fire, just the mantle to give a hint of what could be...

Image via My shabby stream side studio

A lovely arrangement of fragrant candles is all the flame I require!

Image via Urban farm girl

Accompanied by a pretty pendant light or chandelier

Image via My Summerhouse

with a mirrored firescreen to add a little extra spark & give it a stunning finish

of course a lovely accent chair would also be fitting in such a romantic space

mirrors really do add that extra bling a girl needs...

Image via Dreamy whites

I know this isn't in a bedroom but still its so feminine & pretty I just had to include it...

Now a bit of the romance will be lost when I place the TV above it, but, what better way to display the big black box...

Image via DIY Show off

Perhaps I could get my dream guy to build a picture frame around the TV to make it look like art & help keep the romantic look of our dream bedroom.

That is IF I can talk him into the Faux fireplace to start with, at least this is a decorating item that can be added to your decor any time, so I can work on this one at a later date. The poor man, lucky he doesn't read my blog, he would know just how many ideas I have for decorating this dream house, he would probably run a mile, LOL!!!

CHEERS

Trish xxx 





Bedside lights with a difference

Image via A page of Inspiration

I love the idea of pendant lights or chandeliers as bedside lights, something a little different to the usual lamp

I love how they leave the bedsides free to display something pretty...

Images via Decor pad

I love these lanterns for a touch of whimsy.

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These pendants add a very elegant touch to a  formal bedroom, complimenting the extremely beautiful sunburst mirror, without over powering it.

I wonder if this is a guest bedroom or does someone out there have children that would love & respect such an incredible space.

I know my kids wouldn't, they like to add their own little style stamp to their bedrooms!!!

Nicky Hilton's bedroom

Image via Houzz

Very glamorous, what can I say...

 I'm really loving these Plume lights at the moment



They are available through Mercator lighting here in Australia.
I love a pair of these pendants for the bedside & the ceiling mounted version for over the bath in the ensuite, to connect the two rooms.



Image via Urban Farm girl

Here is one in action!

Do you have a chandelier or two in your bedroom?