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My lovelies... Firstly...Happy New Year to you all....I have missed posting and catching up on reading posts here in the blogsphere...but things have been a little full on at the moment here at the White House...and that is putting it lightly. So much happening within the next 4 weeks and I  am finding it all a little overwhelming . Ok..I'll admit ..I have had a few sooky la la moments....

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 Hello my Lovelies... Thought I would share with you the goodies that I was ever so lucky to receive over Christmas...thanks to having the best husband in the world!! Golly gosh..did Santa deliver..or did he deliver?I felt very spoilt..and very loved by my two boys ; ) On my wish list was this Stunning gold chain Michael Kors Watch..ahhh...hello...The old ticker did major flip flops over this

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Well my lovelies...Lona de Anna is finishing up for 2011, now that little Jacq and I have Mr White home and officially on holidays ..we plan to soak up every minute of being together as a family and getting into the Christmas spirit of things ! I want to thank you all for your wonderful friendship, for your constant support not only with my blog but also with my LDA Etsy Store, for your

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Tucked away on Manhattan’s Upper East Side is this colorful and joy filled home where the art ranges from Andy Warhol to pieces found in thrift stores and the people who live here seem to have found a perfect balance of love, family and life… I mean, what else would we expect from Kate & Andy Spade? Images via: From Me to You

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My lovelies..what better way to kick off a working week than with a Winner.... So without further adieu The winner of my LDA print giveaway is Anna from  My Design Ethos  Congratulations Anna...I will be in contact to arrange getting your Ikat Print to you. Thank you to ALL that entered....and dont worry...there will be more giveaways happening in the new year. Wishing you all a wonderful

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Well, I have to admit that I am pretty darn glad that the weekend is near...this week has been a busy one for me and I have been feeling a little dizzy and exhausted thinking about all the things I need to do..I want to do.. but cant do. Sometimes it is hard to keep up..But..the world keeps spinning round and round....with or without you ..right? And so this weekend...Im going to just try and

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Nothing makes me more tickled pink than seeing one of my LDA prints beautifully framed and hung up in someones home. I love seeing the different ways that people like to encorporate a piece of my artwork into thier home. Danielle, blog author of Danielle Oakey Interiors was so wonderful to send me these images of her own  Ikat Oz Print I sent out to her not long ago. Being such a talented

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My Lovelies, all this joyous Christmas Spirit that is in the air is infectiousSo much so that it inspired me to create a special LDA Christmas Print for 2011 A new addition to my Lona de Anna Etsy Store Arvore de Natalmeaning Christmas Tree in Portuguese. A festive and colourful print that would make a fantastic Christmas Present for that someone specialAnd the best part, the colours are just

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Holly Golly Golly, if I were still young enough to sit on Santas lap and make a Christmas wish, it would be that my beautiful little family would spend the whole holiday season in a beautiful home like this....heck...forget the holiday season...lets move in! You will be instanstly swept away by this gorgeous 1930's cottage, owned by  Jill Sharp Brinson " creative director of " Ballards Designs".

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A Little Something from Me to You Your own Free Lona de Anna Printable Ikat Oz Christmas Gift Tags in A4 size Simple click onto image to enlarge or to save to your desktop  Click Print ( Prints out beautifully on 200gsm Semi Gloss Paper ) Cut each tag out carefully Punch a hole at top of each tag Add some pretty ribbon And Voila! A unique and very festive looking Christmas gift tag! Please

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MM - Mummy, I wanna have aroot MUMMY- You want a what sweety? MM - I want aroot MUMMY - ( Slightly confused and thinking..did I just hear what I thought I heard? ) Show mummy what it is you want bubba MM ( Pointing to the cookie jar) Up There Mummy....aroot MUMMY - Oh, You want to have an Arrowroot Biscuit MM - Yes, ( jumping up and down with excitement) I want two big ones please!

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As I sat in a coffee shop yesterday, (sipping on my weak Latte whilst enjoying the latest issue of Real Living and scoffing down my Pear and Berry Bread).  I couldnt help but watch a young mother doing an amazing job of juggling feeding her newborn baby & keeping her other little toddler entertained with a small packet of colouring pencils, all whilst trying to take quick sips of her Cappucino

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Something to tickle your tastebuds? How about this Spiced White Wine Sangria? ....ok....for me ( being knocked up at the moment ) I may need to substitute the White Wine for something else? but being a big fan of Sangria...I think this little spiced up drink would definately rock my boat! Mmmmmmm Spiced White Wine SangriaMakes 2 quartsIngredients:2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup water2 cinnamon sticks3

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Well my lovelies we have chosen a winner for the Decorating Emporium Giveaway...via Random Org  so without further adieu The winner is  "Bohemian Hunter " Congratulations lovely !! I have no doubt you are going to value the advice that Julie Ann and Kristie will be providing you with These are two talented designers indeed! For those of you who missed out this time, dont forget that

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Well..at least thats what the Italians believe...and so let me introduce you to "3" new pieces of artwork that I have recently added to my LDA Etsy store. Two new Graphic Prints - Kaleidoscope & Primavera Carnival... Dont these prints just make you want to celebrate?  Colourful and festive, and a little mesmerising...yup..thats what I like! What do you think my lovelies? AND NOW FOR

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As a blogger ...you know... there are those moments when you stumble across an amazing blog that just knocks your socks off, that fills you with such inspiration that you just HAVE TO share. Well..this is one of those moments..and I just have to share the amazing talents of Kim Davies, blog author of " Inspired Lines". Kim Davies is an Australian abstract expressionist painter and Fine Artist.

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Naomi Stein , Owner of boutique construction firm Design Manifest describes her aesthetic as modern bohemian glamour. I love the way that Naomi embraced an eclectic look towards her home, mixing colors, patterns and time periods.  This was Naomi’s first apartment completely alone, without having to factor in a roommate ( other than her pug dog Bailey ) or a boyfriend’s tastes, so she pushed

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Hello Lovelies, Thought I would share a few cool iPhone App's that I downloaded recently and am really enjoying. Christmas - Better Christmas List  (Category Productivity) Took a little figuring out..but once I got the gist..it was great to make the list, add the gifts, tally up everything and see the GRAND ( horrifying total) of how much you have spent on Christmas presents for the year. You

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My Lovelies...Do you have a space in your home that you are struggling to style and would love to have an Interior Designer help you add the finishing touches ? Have you painted the walls..bought the furniture but are still struggling to turn it into the room you were hoping for? ( Isnt this the part we all get stuck on? ) Well...your going to LOVE this giveaway! Experienced Interior

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Although we don't really celebrate thanksgiving here in Oz..there is still no reason why we shouldn't take a moment to be thankful? In my life..there is so much to be Thankful for I am most Thankful for..... An amazing husband who constant love and support I feel every day.Who is my morning, noon and night Our son Little Jacq...who is seriously the light and love within both our hearts My

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Whilst researching baby names and their meanings I came across a great website called Nameberry.com . A fantastic website to checkout lovelies if you are stuck on baby names. According to these guys they predicts a glut of 'adjective' and 'fierce' names in the year ahead. Apparently Nouns, such as Brooklyn and Apple have given way to.. wait for it... Adjectives?? Like Sunny, True and Loving, 

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I am totally excited and thrilled that I have been asked by a couple of customers to create customised pieces of artwork for their home. I have never done this before....painted to someones specifications....I have always just dived in and let it all loose and see what emerges from all that creative energy outpour. But this makes a lovely change....and tests my artistic abilities somewhat...

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We had a very busy weekend which involved alot of the things that I love, friends, family,fun, food This weekend we managed to squeeze in - a visit to David Jones in the CBD to check out the Christmas window displays  and I love to check out the delicious treats they have in the gourmet food section...how huge are these strawberries they had for sale??? Squeezed in some Kite Flying...my

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Ok...so now that we know we are having a boy...I thought that the process of picking a name would be much easier...especially since I created a list the first time round with Jacq...buuuuuut Nooooooo I am really struggling this time round to come up with any....nothing reeeeeeally grabs me as yet. I do know I love short, strong names for boys...yet I like something unique and uncommon Any

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Seriously...I dont know why exactly...but I am absolutely loving GOLD at the moment...Im in the zone..big time !! Here are a few of my Golden Picks so to speak...and if were to score any or all ( wishful thinking) of these Christmas beauties for Christmas I would most certainly be wearing a Golden Smile to match ; ) Gold Love Print by Made By Girl Gold Wishbone by Zhush Gold Decorative

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Are you feeling the excitement and buzz of Christmas yet? Well...I am...I think watching the movie Polar Express with my two boys last night got me all warm and fuzzy inside and was also a good reminder about what Christmas is all about....and for me one of those things being the gift of giving...be it of your time, your love, your help, and well of course we all know Christmas also includes

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One thing I absolutely love about creating unique pieces of artwork and prints for my store is trying my hand at different methods and mediums...and this weekend it was all about getting back into photography...pulling out the good old trusty camera that hadn't been used in years....and snapping away at all the wonderful beautiful objects that caught my eye....and for me..this inspiration came

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I have been working on some new Graphic prints for my Lona de Anna Etsy Store and thought I would share my latest two creations so far...just cant seem to get enough of colour at the moment. IKAT INSPIRED SEA SHELL GRAPHIC PRINT Really love the colours in this one...so fresh , crisp and summery  ALL IS WELL IN MY WORLD PRINT This is an inspirational quote that I have long lived by ever since

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Today I wanted to say a HUGE Thank you to  Kirsten from 6th Street Design School  & Danielle from  Danielle Oakey Interiors Danielle was ever so kind to feature not one..but two of my Lona de Anna artwork pieces on Kirsten's blog as part of an Etsy Round- Up I was ever so surprised and honoured to be listed amongst so many talented and creative bloggers. Not to mention flattered to be

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Although I have cut out my caffeine intake since being pregnant ..Today I think I need one of these to really kick start my day. After a restless nights sleep...due to lots of baby movement, an overactive mind that was still ticking away at 3am, and a 3 year old that decided to jump into mummy and daddy's bed at 1am...not much sleep was had. So with a caffeine hit on the list...here is also

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I Absolutely LOVE this DIY idea and am definitely going to try it..what a fantastic way to give your old worn baskets a modern look when dipped in paint.We all have some old baskets lying around don't we?...not to mention loads of left over paint...why not try it and give your rustic baskets a modern look and transform them into carryalls that look as if they came straight out of a design shop"

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This weekend will be all about taking a seat back for a moment and looking at the bigger picture. Finding a quiet place to sit and ponder...visualise...dream...plan...and most importantly believe and not lose hope. Sometimes we may not always have the tools, means, support or finances to build that dreamthat we desire...but where there is a will...there is a way...it may take a little longer...it

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I recently stumbled across an awesome new lifestyle website called  " Glitter Guide" and it is now been added to my list of daily reads ...there was one post in particular that made my heart go flip flop which was the "Style at Home" post featuring Samantha Hutchinson blog author of " Could I have That" Samantha's little abode is as charming and gorgeous as she is , filled withBeautiful bits of

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Thought I would share a few little bits of loveliness I came across this week..nothing too fancy shmancy..but I love sharing little great finds that I come across that are cheap as chips! Spotted these gorgeous Hydrangeas the other day at Harris Farm...aren't they just divine?and at only $12 a pot...heck..I'll take two!! Latest fashion accessorie purchaseThis super cute white and gold woven

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Well...gone are the days when I was part of the corporate world and would get to enjoy ALL the festivities that went with celebrating and taking part in the Melbourne Cup ! No more office sweep stakes and games, champagne and canapes, the chance to doll up and wear a super gorgeous fascinator, etc etc etc So I thought...Hey...there is no reason why Jacq and I cant have our own little Pitty

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We had a friend of ours Paul from the US come stay with us to attend a Martial Arts Training Seminar which was organised by Mr White himself.... and so of course the weekend was all about showing Paul the sites and gloating about this beautiful country of ours.  Being that Paul is a lover of nature we thought that he would really get a lot of out a trip to the Blue Mountains. This is where he met

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Im so excited to share the wonderful news that the new online store " Down that Little Lane " has finally gone live !!!! This online store is an absolute MUST to check out my lovelies....it is jammed packed filled with so many  gorgeous creative pieces that make wonderful personalised gifts and gorgeous homeware..there is something there for everyone....that you will find yourself spending just

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There are many moments through life when you simply cannot help but burst with pride from not only your own children's small or great achievements...but also your family members. And this is one of those moments.... This proud moment and wonderful achievement belongs to my gorgeous 18 year old niece Kathryn. Growing up she was always referred to as a little Mini version of me...because she

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Thought I would share some gorgeous little Etsy finds with you....I have been shopping for little baby bump of course...but also for some fresh vibrant decor pieces for the home. There is no guessing what colours I seem to be gravitating towards !!  How super cute are these little booties? Even though little baby bump will be born during the summer season...those cute little tootsies will still

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LONA de ANNA IS OFFERING 25% OFF ALL PRINTSUNTIL SUNDAY 23RD OCT !!! Recently I framed a few of my watercolour prints which I wanted to photograph for my Lona de Anna Etsy store ....I must say Im so pleased with how they turned out and think they look even more lovely framed that I may just keep the Orange Crush watercolour print framed and find a nice little nook in my home for them. I love how

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I have been researching some maternity fashion inspiration for this summer with a fast growing baby bump I am determined to feel and look great this second time round. With my first pregnancy with Jacq I felt daggy, boring, and less adventurous ..he was a winter baby and it was more about comfort rather than style...and so...this pregnancy I am embracing colour in a big way, and not play it safe

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Happy 71st Birthday Mum ! Still miss you ever so much and wish that you were here to see how much your family has grown..I know that you would feel so proud. And so today on your birthday... a bunch of your favourite flowers and loving kisses on your soft cheek...Always in my heart.

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Well another week has flown by and I well and truly looking forward to the weekend! We have a Christening to attend on the sunday and I cant wait to get up and close to the gorgeous little Addison ( who's christening it is) and shhhhhnuggle right up to her and remind myself of how adorable it is to hold a weeee baby bubba. That will most certainly be a Flip Flop moment ! So what made my heart go

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I have been trying to settle on a colour scheme for baby Number Two's Nursery....and now that I know we are having a boy ; ) it has been easier to narrow it down to a few different colour schemes but as usual..there are so many colour schemes I am hooked on at that I just cant decide. I went with Lime green and two different shades of Blue for Jacq nursery when he was born and so I would love to

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Well despite the unpredictable weather we experienced over the weekend it still managed to be a very productive one in the White household... There was painting...... Both my boys Big and Small...got busy with brushes over the weekend..little Jacq had a bit of fun with getting all messy with his new paint set  later he helped daddy give his Ikea stepping stool a new makeover with some left 

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Well this week has been a bit of a write off for me having to wimple ( waddle & Limp) around due to a sprained ankle....yes...not fun...don't ask how I did it...I really have no idea...perhaps I overdid it with the walking ( for hours) on a recent shopping spree with my sister...not sure...but let me tell you that pregnancy and a sprained ankle certainly put you off balance ..literally! Anyway...

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Ok ..so I thought it best that I draw a name out now and kick off someones long weekend on a happy note! But I thought..... hey...you know it kinda makes me feel extra good when Im giving so why not pick out two winners this time? Sooooooo.......without further adieu.....the Winners of my Lona de Anna Giveaway Are .... Katrina from Katrina From The Block   &   Cath from Chunky Chook Congrats

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Because this week has been all about sharing and receiving joyous news around the blogsphere I thought I would continue the joy by holding a Lona de Anna Giveaway ! Lona de Anna will be giving one lucky blogger the chance to win their choice of  ANY A3 Print of their choicefrom my Lona de Anna Etsy Store ! To Enter : Simply visit my Lona de Anna Etsy Store then come back and let me know which

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I cant tell you how hard it has been trying to keep this a secret until the time was right...but now I can finally just blurt it out with glee...that hubby and I are expecting a baby in Feb !! Baby No 2 to be exact...so now I will be blessed with two little gorgeous bunnies in my life to smother in kisses and cuddles...can't wait! This news has been the major reason why I have been absent from

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Good Morning my Lovelies, I hope you all had a wonderful weekend spent outdoors enjoying the sunshine! Our weekend was jammed packed...with little Jacq's 3rd Birthday party on the Saturday which was fun, crazy, exhausting ( for mummy) I think the best part of a birthday party is enjoying ALL of your presents the next day...which is what my little munchkin is doing today and is having so much

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Happy 3rd Birthday to you ...my little Munchkin Jacq At 3 you are curious & clever, cheeky, and charismatic.Your certainly not shy and enjoy meeting people , saying Hello and Goodbye and see you soon! You have beautiful manners and always remember your Please and Thank you's Your heart is big,  you are gentle and caring and you would have to be one of the most affectionate little kids around....

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Today I need to find a quiet place to plonk and start putting all my ideas on paper...you know what they say...the first step to achieving any goals is to write them down...so thats what I will be doing today...writing them down...and setting some little benchmarks for myself....Best get cracking !! Do you have a quiet little place in your home where you like to plonk? image via: Christina

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 I am absolutely obsessed with the London home of Abigail Ahern one of UK's Top Interior Designers, I love the fact that Abigail thinks big, takes risks and has such a unique way of creating magical interiors using a wonderful mix of bold colours, dark hues, eclectic pieces of furniture , artwork and sculptures...I just love everything about this place...right down to the cute little pooch...

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Ok..so what have I been upto over the last couple of months? Well I have letting my creative juices flow into paint...and its been so much fun!  I am at my most happiest creatively when I paint, its hard to convey the true joy that comes to me when I paint but the moment I have applied that first brush stroke to a blank canvas Well..the feeling is Almost like twisting the top off a cold drink

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Hello lovelies, Yes, I know...where on earth did I go? How did a two week break from blogging end up being a two month break?...Im not sure exactly..but  it must have been exactly what I needed as the break has been great in helping me to regroup, regenerate and refocus...spend much needed quality time with my boys, get creative ( and boy have I been busy)...and plan plan plan ! I most

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Happy Friday Everyone... Im super excited about it being Friday because Mr White now has two weeks of Holidays...and so we plan to take advantage of those days where the Sun is out ( or at least when its not raining ) and just enjoy spending time doing the simple things in life that bring us joy...cooking dinners....picnics in the park...catching up with friends and just chilling out. But most

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Why not add roses to your recipe next time your making something deliciously sweet! Petals from roses that have never been treated with chemical are edible and can be used in their dried form to flavour food.  OR you can try using fresh petals to make jam or to create a beautiful sugared rose petal garnish for desserts just grab a pastry brush and paint each individual petal with a thin film of

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1 - SAVOUR EVERYDAY MOMENTS We all know the greatest of joys come from the simplest of things. 2 - AVOID COMPARISONSStop trying to keep up with the Jones's 3 - PUT MONEY LOW ON THE LISTMoney cant buy you happiness 4 - HAVE MEANINGFUL GOALSSet goals that will enrich and enhance your life for the better 5 - TAKE INITIATIVE AT WORKShow them what your made of  6 - MAKE FRIENDS - TREASURE

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A little DIY I worked on a few weeks ago but hadn't got round to posting about it...mainly because I would still like to add something to it...don't know what exactly? but it still needs a little bit of wow factor to it I think....some sparkle somewhere? This DIY was a lot of fun to do...and so easy. All you need is 1 x Round craft mirror 1 x Glue gun and plenty of glue sticks 1 x Packet of

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Hello Lovelies, I love when I stumble across new inspirational and creative blogs and this one is no exception, so gorgeous that I just had to share. You may know the name Jane Hall...the actress who played Rebecca in Neighboursand who also occasionally joins the crazy girls of The Circle as a co host. but here in the Blogsphere she is known as Salvation Jane. I admire Jane's passion for

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Hello All,  I have some great new prints designs that I have been working on and have now been added to my Lona de Anna Etsy Store! Must say that I am pretty chuffed with these designs ! These prints are colouful and fun and great ones to add to the kiddies room!  DONT FORGET....the LDA 25% off Graphic Prints Sale is  still running until  Sun the 26th June!! A great opportunity to grab

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A project that has been moving at a very slooooow pace is me getting little Jacqs room in order. I STILL havent found a decent single bed for his room...and cant handle seeing the cot in his room each time I walk in...I so want it gone! But I have been productive with cleaning up, throwing out or donating alot of items he is just too big for now. I have also collected a few decor pieces and

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Something that I purchased a few weeks ago but never got round to blogging about it ( due to being sick with the flu) was this gorgeous green glass lamp I scored from Freedom. The whole thing..base and shade cost me $34 ..reduced down from $99....what a bargain right? Dont you just love end of financial year sales? This little beauty was sitting on the SALE table amongst a million other gorgeous

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CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR PRINTS ONLINE NOW!

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Do you recognise this beautiful artwork? Its certainly one that has been circulating around the blogsphere at a very speedy pace! The true artist of this  " Be True to You" artwork is Kal Barteski from Love Life Something so beautifully thought out and created deserves to be shared and enjoyed....but something so beautifully created also deserves to be respected and protected and credited..

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Hello All, Still on my blogging break...and onto my 3rd week of trying to battle this horrid flu which just seems to be getting worse with now what seems like laryngitis kicking in...fun stuff ! Thankfully my little munchkin is almost back to his happy self which has taken a load of my mind...and double thankful that I have the best husband in the world who has been playing nurse, cleaner, cook,

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So take advantage of the FREE SHIPPING offer on all domestic orders Australia Wide At my  Lona de Anna Etsy Store Now ! Ends 14th June...Only two days to go my lovelies! Cmon now...you KNOW you want to..and you deserve something pretty in the post ; ) Anna x

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image via: Pinterest My lovelies....I am taking a Bloggy break for a while..I really dont know how long for...not too long I hope? I have been feeling quite run down with this flu and have also been quite overwhelmed with the whole world of communication right now....what most refer to as our " Insecurity Work" being - blogging, facebook , emailing, twittering, pintersting, Etsying etc All

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A little way of saying Thank you to all my fellow  bloggers who have been so supportive with the launch of  my new LDA Esty Store  Until Tuesday 14th June I will be offering  FREE SHIPPING Australia Wide !! This applies to all graphic and artwork pieces! So now is the perfect time my lovelies to grab yourselves one of those prints that you have been

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The only good thing out of being sick this week with this darn cold is that I have managed to keep myself occupied whilst snuggled up in bed creating new Graphic Print designs on my Mac...Oh how I love you Mac...you have been such a great companion and a life saver when it comes to keeping me free from boredom! Here are some of my latest designs that will be available at my LDA Etsy store  in A3

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I love when I come across a DIY job that blows me away to me the most beautiful creatives pieces are the pieces that have you saying " Oh wow...Look at that...What an awesome idea!  It is those kind of creative people that truly inspire me.People that think outside the circle...creators who are very recourseful and turn even the most unthinkable odd everyday peices of bits and bobs...into

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Fabulous Fashion 4 Sensible Style !! If you havent met the adorable Liesl yet...blog author of Fabulous Fashion 4 Sensible Style..Then you most certainly are missing out on some awesome fashion tips... Liesl has a great knack for putting together the most gorgoeus outfits at a fraction of the price...she oozes style and shares some great stories of her little adventures along the way. Check

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To me ...the best part about blogging is the special friends you make along the way... My dear friend Matthew from Ervin Cowboy made my day today by posting about his little parcel that he received all the way from Oz Read here Thanks Matty for your friendship and kindness...Im so glad we crossed paths here in the blogsphere! Much Love Anna x

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My Lovelies...if you are interested in a little catch up and the opportunity to meet some new fellow Sydney bloggers....then come join up for the next Sydney ABCD Meet Up...organised by the lovely Steph from Bondville and Lisa from The Red Thread Just a lovely informal gathering of wonderfully talented and creative women having a good ol chin wag...about anything and everything over a lovely

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Thought I would share a few pieces of new artwork I have added to my Lona de Anna Etsy store For some reason it has been ALL about colour lately..perhaps because I am craving it! These are smaller pieces 25x30cm...something colourful to sit perfectly on your office desk perhaps? These were painted by hand..LITERALLY...no brushes were used. I am also working on some LARGER pieces that will soon be

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Wish I could say that I had the engergy to do one of these...but I dont! Last night was a horrid night for the 3 of usWith my little guy so sick at the moment..he...we...were kept up last night with this awful itchy cough that he has at the moment that just wont subside. All out of sorts, not being able to fall asleep, tears on and off, playing musical beds all night and running a high

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Today a gorgous little parcel arrived from Brands Exclusives!I always get so super excited when my little online shopping orders come in because they even more gorgoeus in person...AND...I have been so desperately waiting for this particular order to make its way to me..as I have been trying to make more of an effort with my sense of style when it comes to dressing myself for the day....tracky

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I am so super excited about my latest purchase for the home! I have been keeping my eyes peeled on Ebay for ages for a round retro style coffee table with a chrome base. and I finally found one that is perfect! This little baby cost me $33 on Ebay...can you believe it? I purchased this table with the idea in mind that I would eventually change the table top. Im not a huge fan of the existing

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Brrrr....it certainly feels like Winter today..cold, grey and wet...and all I want to do today is snuggle up back in bed and try and grab a few extra hours sleep which I lost last night because my little Munchkin decided to play musical beds last night..ahh the joys! Anyway...this post isnt going to be about the weather....its to share some news.. Over the weekend the creative juices were

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Hope you are all having a wonderful weekend....lots to show and tell next week on Lona de Anna so stay tuned my Lovelies!!

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We all know how exciting it is to stumble across new blogs that are right up our alley...and so Lona de Anna is looking for new blogs to add to the BLOGS ON THE BLOCK link! If you would like your blog added to this link...and get a little more traffic your way then just leave a comment...or shoot me a quick email..whichever you prefer ! Wheither your blog is about Interior Design, Fashion,

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My lovelies...I was  fortunate enough to stumble across an online website that I just had to share with you allcalled NOVICA. Not only was I  gobsmacked to realise that I would discover hundreds of home decor treasures from so many different cultures and continents on this site, places like Mexico, Thiland and Africa..amazingly beautiful hand crafted pieces..I honestly must have lost at least 2

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My Lovelies...the LDA giveaway ends today...so if you havent entered as yet..then be sure to pop on over the The Sydney Girl and Enter!! And grab yourself one of my lovely creations from my Lona de Anna Etsy Store!! image: Ikat Oz Print II - Lona de Anna 

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Ok my lovelies...so I promised you some pics from our little road trip last week to Piction...well the Oaks to be exact!And if these images dont make your jaw drop..even just a little ..then I dont know what will! Started our day off with a hearty breakfast in Picton...this was huuuuuge! Stumbled across some local talent ..lol..cute no?Honestly..they didnt budge an inch their eyes were locked!

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Well today my sister and I are taking a Road Trip to the Oaks...she and her husband have bought a property out there and so today is all about checking out the new house for the first time...and getting all creative when it comes to Interior Styling.  Hence the reason why I am tagging along so she can pick at my brain for a few hours in helping decide on what kind of look she wants to create in

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My Lovelies...it is a short post today...as I am feeling a little drained and run down. The past few nights have been hard as our Munchkin has all of a sudden been waking up a few times throughout the night and wanting to hop into Mummy and Daddy's bedstupidly..we allowed it the first two nights ( because we were both too lazy to get out of bed) but have ended up with even less sleep due to our

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I love the relaxed yet stylish feel of these spaces...a mix of old and new...earthy neautral tones and textures with a pop of colour = Heaven! images via:  decor pad, H&G

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If and when baby number two comes along?...and its a girl...I am definitely going to make one of these  Lace Doily Light Shade for her room. A DIY I found on DOS Family. How adorable is this !! So clever..and easy to do Basically all you will need is a nice collection of mixed patterned doily's, usually find loads of these at Vinnies  Some wallpaper glue was used in this DIY..and a nice big

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Happy Monday Everyone! Again...blue skies..and sunshine !!Every Autumn day I wake up to a day like this I am thankful..because it means that Jacq and I get to enjoy a day playing at the park...then a little visit to Gloria Jeans where we both enjoy a Latte and a baby Cino ; ) But I am hoping that I get to squeeze in a little time to enjoy these three things I'll be honest...I have already

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Did I happen to mention how creative my little Munchkin is?Takes after Mummy ... I thinkHe absolutely loves to colour in, paint, make things out of play dough, paste and stick..bit too little for cutting just yet And just like Mummy..he likes to think outside the circle just check out his latest creation Yes, My little Munchkin likes to get creative on Mummy's furnitureThese specific pieces

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 I know this news will circulate through the blogsphere faster than a speeding bullet...that the latest issue of the online home decor magazine LONNY...its out now!! And its filled with so much gorgeousness its ridiculous !!!here are a few of my favourite picks...or pics that stood out for me?  Oh..and speaking of Gorgeousness....don't forget to visit the Gorgeous blog of the Joelyne from The

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My lovelies....because my giveaway went so amazingly well when I teamed up with the gorgeous Anastasia from Decor is like Butter...I have decided to hold another one...Why Not I say? This time I have teamed up with another gorgeous fellow blogger Joelyne blog author of The Sydney Girl. Ladies..if you haven't stumbled across Joelyne's blog as yet...you just must! Joelyne is the GO TO girl when

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That time of year again my lovelies..and I am on the hunt for some new blogs to add to my  BLOGS ON THE BLOCK link ! If you would like your blog added to my link...just leave a comment here...or email me directwhichever you prefer and I will be sure to add you. If you also have any blogger friends who you think would like to be addedplease feel free to spread the word. Anna x

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Happy Monday Lovelies!I hope you all had a wonderful Mothers Day spent with your loved ones ; ) We had a fantastic weekend...and it was a bonus that the sun was out as it was such a glorious day.My Mothers day began by lighting a candle and placing it by a picture of mum...saying a quiet prayer.. and taking a special moment out of todays celebrations to thank her for all she gave, taught, and

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As in..Im going to sit back ..make a cuppa and enjoy a good read! Dont you love when your favourite magazines come with a little prize? In this case...I was super excited that the latest issue of Instyle Magazine came with a Camilla and Marc T'shirt! Gotta love that! Hope you are all having a fabulous weekend...and whatever your doing..your doing it..In Style Hope you all have a wonderful

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I was so touched by a beautiful post that one of my fellow bloggers Anastasia from Decor is like Butter posted about my LDA prints. Anastasia received two of my prints in the post today...and was so excited and a happy with them that she couldn't wait to put them on show...how adorable is that! And what a beautiful job she has done of showing them off! Gotta say Im double touched and honoured

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If you hear the words..Made by Girl...over the blogspherethen you know which gem of a blog I am talking about. Yes...no other than the talented Jennifer from Made by Girl ! Not only is Jennifer talented and clever, Stylish and Inspiring, Gorgeous and ever so Genuine Jen is now...a true Artist in the making...I kid you not! Just check out Jen's amazing artwork on her new website Cocoa and

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NOW AVAILABLE IN A3 My lovelies...I have had quite a few requests and enquires in regards to wheither some of my prints will be available in a larger print size? And the answer to that is YES, absolutely! I have always had it in mind to do this but have just been limited on finding the free time to get cracking on it...until now. Sooooo, I am happy to inform you all that I have begun the process

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Will all the grey cold miserable weather we have been experiencing lately...it has me craving warm cosy spaces. This rustic farmhouse was calling out to me....all it needs is a roaring fire somewhere..anywhere...and Im there! Images via: momoge

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Hope you all had a wonderful weekend my lovelies! This week I thought we would kick start with a fabulous Giveaway!! This giveaway is being held at the gorgeous blog of Anastasia DECOR IS LIKE BUTTER! If you haven't stumbled across Anastasia's blog as yet...then you simply must!! Yes...you Must!! This gal is just ooozing style, and features the most awesome postsAnastasia is such a

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