Interior Beauty

I am really loving these stylish interior ideas, particularly with the classic grey, black and white colour scheme. 

Paper Globes

While on my current crafty kick I couldn't go past these lovely paper globes. What a great way to use up some old books, a foam ball and some time!

Pom Poms

I love a great pom pom, and I have recently found these beautiful fabric versions (thanks to Pinterest). Here is a cute 'How To' for a tissue paper pom pom, how cute!

More Plate Walls

While I am yet to get cracking on my plate wall, I have found some more inspiration. Love the all white plate version. i would ned to develop a whole new wall for that... and get some more plates!

SushiBird Tile

As I was skimming through Home Beautiful magazine I saw these gorgeous handmade tiles by The Red Thread. These vibrant, graphic birds are created from Japanese papers nest on stylised background patterns inspired by nature. The white line work illustrations are hand painted on solid natural timber, and each element of the SushiBird is lovingly cut by hand from carefully combined paper colours and patterns, creating a stylish, elegant work of art with a contemporary feel. SushiBird Tiles are made in a limited edition of 50, and each tile is personally signed and numbered by artist Lisa Tilse. As they are individually created by hand, no two will ever be the same. Finished with a semi-gloss varnish for protection, the piece has a luxurious sheen that enhances the natural grain and warmth of the timber. Available at Udessi from $150.00 each. Inspiring!

Plate Wall

Ever since I first had dinner at 'Dish' in St.Kilda Road Melbourne, I have wanted to create a Plate wall in my Kitchen. It seems that I am not the only one who sees the beauty in plates. Angela Hardson and Lisa Congdon have both created a beautifully colourful example (courtesy of Design Sponge). Now that I have a house of my own I am no longer constrained by the rental rules. Finally I will be able to make my Plate wall dreams come true. When I do, I will be sure to post it :)

EcoCocoon

Those awesome retro red cups are back, and better than ever! They are made from stainless steel and a free from the residual chemical taints that come from many plastic items. They also do our landfill a favour, providing a safe, durable (and virtually indestructible) alternative to plastic and polystyrene. If you do manage to ruin one, they're 100% recyclable, as well as being manufactured in a carbon neutral environment. I feel a picnic coming on! Sold as a set of 6. Packaged in a cute red, zippered neoprene case. Available at Collection of Cool for $39.95, yay!

Sweel Paul

I found this lovely photographer and stylist through Bespoke Letterpress. Sweet Paul does a Christmas Countdown each year, showcasing some of the lovely interiors he has created. These are my favourites, Merry Christmas everyone!

Catherine Martin

I love everything that Catherine Martin designs. That woman can do no wrong. I really want a fantastic panel of this Black Cockatoo print in my house. Powerful and beautifully detailed.

Jason Miller

I adore this 'Seconds' range by Jason Miller. Recently found on the Zuster website, they can also be found at Design Republic. I know what I would love for Christmas, hint hint!

Bernabei Freeman

Rina and Kelly have been working together since 2000. They have always been obsessed with decoration, the domestic interior and using materials in non-obvious ways. Being industrial designers the two are excited by the challenge of mass manufacture and the modern day factory.

This has translated into a range of modern lighting and furniture that combines "brutal technical precision and delicate sensuality rolled into one". Their work has received several national awards, and been exhibited both locally and internationally, most recently in Zona Tortona at the Milan Furniture Fair, and at the Milan Triennale.

Since the two formed bernabeifreeman, they have always aimed to deliver a high design product, of the best possible quality for the domestic and commercial market. Sustainability and product life cycle has always been part of their design process, right from the concept stage.

Rina and Kelly are always looking for opportunities to collaborate with manufacturers, play with new materials and expand their range both in Australia and abroad. They are inspired by the potential of new design.Check them out at http://www.bernabeifreeman.com.au

Bird Wallpaper

I can't quite remember where I found this wallpaper, but I do love it. Her are some more birds to take your fancy.

Queen Martha

We all secretly admire the vast creativity that Martha Stewart shares with the world (even if we don't admit it out loud!). Here are some faboulous examples of the paper flower lanterns that she has created (for sale in the U.S. only). How delightfully gorgeous.

Barbara Hulanicki Wallpaper

Barbara Hulanicki started her career in fashion as a fashion illustrator. She covered all of the important fashion collections in Europe for the major publications of the day, including Women's Wear Daily, British Vogue, the Times, the Observer and the Sunday Times. Exasperated by the disastrous street fashion in England, her husband Fitz encouraged her to design her own clothing. Biba was born and eventually, expanded into a five story art deco building, flanked by rock stars and celebrities of the day. After Biba, she continued to work in Fashion, designing for Fiorucci and Cacharel as well as her own brand in Brazil. In the nineties she arrived in Miami Beach where she designed interiors for Ron Wood of the Rolling Stones and Chris Blackwells Boutique Hotel Group. She is credited with the resurrection of Miami Beachs crumbling Art Deco district. Her stunning wallpapers are available through Graham & Brown.

Cloth

Cloth has been making screen printed textiles by hand since 1995. They mainly work with hemp and linen, creating contemporary fabric collections with a strong look and a relaxed natural feel,together with soft furnishings. The work is produced in short runs by hand in a tin shed in country NSW. This small batch production method is an important part of the distinctive cloth character and allows for a controllable low impact approach to manufacturing and materials.

Pottery Barn

Someone get me to the US now please! Pottery Barn has everything I want to furnish my dream home! In fact, if you were to put all of these pieces together that's exactly what you would have. I wish we had something like this in Melbourne. While we do have your retail stores, these guys have 'collections' with some fabulous interior designs. If only they would ship to Australia (as they are quite well priced for hardwood). I shall just keep on dreaming :(