Trend: Pineapples

Pineapples are not the first thing you think about when it comes to design, however, they are EVERYWHERE right now. I really am loving this surprising trend. It's super cute, and super summer!

Pink. Pin. Picks.

Happy Monday bloggers, and to celebrate heres a post dedicated to this years most wanted colour. Pink!! It is totally trending right now wherever you go, and has definitely caught my eye while flicking through the pages of Pinterest. 

Here are a few pink, pin picks and a cute little pink quote to match..

'I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles.'

Audrey Hepburn 

So much love for pink right now it's incredible!!

(All images are from Pinterest, none of them are my own.) 

What's on my desk?

I've had a busy weekend working because of the bank holiday so heres to a week of relaxing and being creative. Oh, and of course more blogging!

I have recently seen loads of bloggers post about whats on their desk and workspaces. It's definitely made me think about mine, and how i'm not fortunate enough to have a workspace that I can solely call my own, instead have a small desk in the corner of the garden room. It's not huge but it gives me a place to reflect, organise and create to my hearts content. What's currently on your desk?

My Imac

Various jars filled with pens

One 12x12 scrapbooking album

Kodak printer

Paintbrushes and scissors

Various unfinished layouts

Two Orla Kiely storage boxes

My organiser

Silouhette Cameo and cutting mat

Welcome back.. Finally!

Ok, so once again I have abandoned my blog although i've got a pretty good excuse this time, am now a proud mummy to a fantastic electronic cutting machine! I've been super busy making and creating all kinds of beautiful paper cuts from some really wonderful scrapbooking designers. Its been wonderful to see my layouts come to life with a simple cut out title or cute little embellishment or frame. My only regret is I wish i'd bought one sooner. Am definitely in love! Heres a little sneak peek of some of my latest layouts, paper cuts included!

Because i've been so useless with updating my blog, i've decided the only way to have a proper catch up is with a 'Just A Minute' update. Enjoy!

In May I am

Listening to..

DJ Cassidy Calling All Hearts (feat. Robin Thicke and Jessie J). Its so summery and pink! It just makes me want to dance especially with all this beautiful weather we've had lately! Summer 2014 is definitely upon us folks.

Visiting..

Exhibitions. So, April and May consisted of some great adventures to some great exhibitions. John McLean stained glass, Artists Textiles: Picasso to Warhol, Wedding Dresses and The Glamour of Italian Fashion. Being a V&A Member means some fantastic benefits including free entry to all exhibitions, and special members events. I was fortunate enough to join just in time to receive a cute little canvas tote. 

Drinking..

Starbucks caramel macchiatos. I'm totally in love with them right now, and the cute little straw is just too adorable. 

Adventuring..

Out and about on my bike. When I got it last year, we didn't have great luck with the weather, so a few weeks ago I pumped up the tires and just went out for a leisurely cycle in the countryside. Perfectly peaceful.

Looking forward to..

More time with my cutting machine. I've only just scratched the surface but am totally captured by it, just can't wait to learn more tips and tricks and design my own cut files. 

Feeling..

Really happy right now. I don't know if it's the fact the sun is shining  or whether its the possibilities of the cutting machine making me happy but right now, things are happy happy happy!

Fingers crossed I won't ditch my blog for quite this long before my next post. Despite my new found love for cutting!!

Birthday weekend

This weekend I celebrated birthday No. 22 in the wonderful city of Cambridge. It was such a lovely sunny, warm day and was so lucky to share it with two wonderful people. Here are just a few snapshots from the day!

The strawberry milkshake was so delicious, especially with the enormous portion of cream

My piece of victoria sponge, complete with double layers of jam and cream! Beautiful

Me and my boy enjoying Harriets tea rooms. Who thought it would be warm enough to be wearing the sandals and leggings combo in March?

Some delightful cakes and pastries in Harriets tea rooms. Was so difficult to choose with one to have

Cambridge sunshine. Cambridge people. Cambridge architecture

Beautiful sunset at the end of a beautiful day. Perfection 

Happy birthday to me! Homemade chocolate cake I was given as a present (But with only the one candle). So, so tasty!

Pin picks

I have recently rekindled my love for Pinterest, and embraced pinning with a passion.Pinterest is definitely one of those 'go-to' tools I use when i'm feeling uninspired or lost for ideas.  Here are some of my favourite pins from my newest boards, Typography, ceramics, colour and illustration. 

Just A Minute MARCH

March is such a wonderful month for me, lots of things to look forward to and enjoy. Heres just a little snippet of what March will bring for me. Enjoy!

In March I am

Listening to..

Vance Joy, Riptide. Its such a beautiful, summery song that makes me want to dance and be happy. The lyrics are just as additionally beautiful. 

Visiting..

London. I love any excuse to visit the British capital city, feel inspired and surround myself with the hustle and bustle of London City life. As well as sneak in a cheeky visit to 180 Piccadilly. The home of the Flagship Cath Kidston Store. I have recently treated myself to V&A membership, so this month I will be researching into all the wonderful exhibitions I can visit.

Drinking..

Delicious coffees from our new coffee machine. I have never loved a kitchen gadget like this one. Am particularly partial to the Costa caramel latte. One of my new favs that I will be drinking for a very long while!

Looking forward to..

Celebrating my birthday with wonderful people over a traditional, afternoon tea. Like a real grown up (Since i'm getting old!)