I was recently reading this post by Chereen from For The Beauty Of It blog & it reminded me of the importance of showing up. For friends, family & acquaintances. Sure, we can’t be all things to all people. Plus not all of us have the same personalities or gifting. You might not always be in an […] Read more…
Win Double Tickets to The 2017 Good Food & Wine Show in Johannesburg [CLOSED]
**This competition is now closed. Congratulations to the winner, Portia Monyebodi.** I’m not one for massive shows & exhibitions with thousands of people around. But next weekend I am making an exception for the Good Food & Wine Show (#GFW2017) that will be on at the Ticketpro Dome from Friday 28 July until Sunday 30 July. There will […] Read more…
How to get flawless work-from-home style
Pre-motherhood & before I became a freelancer, I enjoyed getting dressed for work so much! I can still remember how hard it was for me to transition from heals & fabulous outfits for the office every day to a way more casual style. It took me about two years to get my head around my […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #24 {Parisian Beauty Rules, a roller skate party & more}
Hihi How is July treating you so far? Here are 10 fun & interesting links to keep you entertained for a while. Have fun! Is it still too early for a sparkling spiced pear cocktail? Three words to describe your fashion style. Vietnamese spring rolls & peanut sauce – looks so delicious. Beauty Rules Of […] Read more…
Spoil Your Senses at the 5th Turbine Art Fair in Jozi
When in Rome, do like the Romans. Even if you know very little about Rome or the Romans, right? Well, when in Jozi this weekend, do like Joburgers & visit The Turbine Art Fair (from 14 – 16 July 2017). Even if you know very little about art. Especially when you know little about art, because […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #23 {Mascara do’s & don’ts; Ways to be more green}
Wowee! It is the last day of June already. Welcome to the middle of the year. Here are my latest favourite links from the web – I’m proud to say that more than half of these are from local blogs. Enjoy. Have to make this Caramel Pear & Pecan Lattice Pie. The invisible workload… 3 […] Read more…
6 Practical Tips For Beginner Decorators
Hands up if you like a beautiful, welcoming home. Well so do we. Our home has always been our happy space & I love to make it look pretty – irrespective of whether we own or rent it. Hours go into the planning of the interior & playing around with ideas. Hello Pinterest my best […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #22 {Marshmallow Choc Mousse & How to relax}
Hallo friends. How is your day going? I’ve lined up these 10 great links to share with you. Enjoy! A trendy Jozi rooftop wedding. More confidence in 10 minutes! (I love tip #4). How to relax. An anniversary shoot – how gorgeous? How to write a sympathy card. Marshmallow Chocolate Mousse – only 3 ingredients (believe […] Read more…
Five Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas with Consol
Do you always imagine how you are going to treat your dad on Father’s Day & before you know if, it is right around the corner & you’re out of ideas or budget? Relax. I have teamed up with Consol Glass to bring you some easy DIY gift ideas for this Father’s Day – coming […] Read more…
Finding Friends In Your 30’s {Part 2}
In August 2015 I wrote Part 1 of Finding Friends in your 30’s. Only now can I tell you that I was really sad & depressed back then. It was mid-winter, so I was often cold & sick, plus I felt so terribly lonely. We relocated in April of 2015, so by August 2015 I […] Read more…