What’s your handbag jam? When I spy an irresistible handbag, I find it hard to pass it up, especially if it fits my requirements; a phone pouch, crossbody design, and compartments for lip-gloss, eyeglasses, and sunnies!
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I was introduced to Vikki’s art by a friend and fellow artist, Susan Salvati, I can’t quite put my finger on what grabs me with her art; reminiscent of 60’s vase art, you know the ones, with the tiny coloured rocks with a dark wooden frame and likely in your aunt’s kitchen. Her colour pallets are soft and edgy, her techniques are muddled yet defined.
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In our dining area we have a tropical art-deco-inspired poster, and on the adjacent wall, we have a formal (very old) oil portrait of a woman wearing a fur hat and stole. Polar opposites, and yet somehow they relate.
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At the recent opening party for Gallery Merrick featuring Tim Hoey, I discovered an artist who really grabbed my attention, Denise Tierney. Her art brought forward memories of my childhood, I felt like I knew these women, were they my mom, my aunts, family friends or neighbours?
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Any given Sunday I can be found lounging around the house, a coffee and magazine in hand…wearing a robe - wait, this is every day, really, just ask my neighbours.
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The wait was over for this homeowner; after storing a mint green Art Deco sink from a friend years prior, the time was right to make the bathroom dream a reality. Staying within the walls of the existing bathroom, making sense of the layout by moving fixtures and having the sink be the glorious focal point of the room.
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Welcome, Bedtime Stories is one way I am able to stay connected with you. It is a place where I can share my thoughts on all things design-related: local artists, design process, thrifting, pet peeves, fashion, colour stories, and anything that’s caught my eye….squirrel!
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If I can do anything, I will always try to save the chairs, really, I’ve been told I should have a chair store.
As in this case, I sourced this beautiful pair of Art Deco chairs, giving them new life with plush upholstery in the original colour, re-chromed legs, and untouched hardwood armrests.
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Forget the gorgeous pink throw, check out my caftan! I have a rotating collection hanging in my bedroom for inspiration, something about dreaming of being on a holiday every day.
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