July 2010

My Style 23.10.09: Planning a Special Outfit

July 20, 2010

In October 2009 I was 30. So technically, I’m still 30. Do I sound paranoid?  Maybe I AM paranoid. I’d hate to be paranoid.  Am I sounding paranoid?  No, I’m not paranoid about it — well maybe just a little. I surprised myself when I realised how afraid I was to be 30.  I still like to skip, jump over [...]

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Full of Beans

July 19, 2010

Children are often full of beans.  I’m making it literal.  I look-out for easy, healthy snacks for my family so when I was alerted to the new Edgell 3 Beans & Corn range I was excited. It’s absolutely a food I was interested in trying. My review: I love beans. I love them for their taste. I love them for their nutritional [...]

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I Have Three Crushes

July 17, 2010

No, I’m not talking about me. Although, David Tennant’s Scottish accent is pretty cute.  Ahem, but seriously, I’m recalling a conversation I had with my then seven-year-old daughter. I remember it clearly because it was a triumph moment for me as a mother. Flossie: Mum, I have three crushes. Now, just imagine me.  I’m driving the car. At these words, my [...]

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Theme It: Shoes

July 16, 2010

When it comes to shoes, I’m a pushover.  I pause to look in the window of every shoe shop I pass, just to look — of course, mostly, sometimes.  Will you check out the shoes at number nine.  If you love shoes, the Princess Chic Blog is filled with interesting posts and topics. Enjoy browsing. [...]

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OP Shop Cubby

July 15, 2010

$5 in an op shop goes a long, long way.  My sister and I allowed our children to explore a second hand shop for items to create a cubby-house. Talk about excitment central.  It was like a great big treasure hunt.  Items to look out for: mosquito net — pots — utensils — foldable child seats – basket — bell (for [...]

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My Style 11.7.10: Soft Side of Edgy

July 14, 2010

I like wearing sharp lines and I love black. To soften the look, I’ve added a long grey vest and gone a little extra on the accessories.  Wide Leg Pants: Target Scarf: Sportsgirl Shoes: $15 from Nova Top: Ezibuy Vest: Clearance rack $5 Myer (Miss Shop) Headband: Pretty Things Distract Me Belt: Kleins (now closed down) Ring: [...]

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