Journal

cloth book

I may be away but I’m still keeping you up to date with whats happening back home! For over 20 years Julie Patterson founder of Cloth Fabrics has been designing and printing textiles ( all made in Australia) her work crosses many mediums including soft furnishing and rugs – She has a very distinct style […]

see you this wednesday nyc!

See you this Wednesday night for my next Book signing with Bludot 140 Wooster St, New York, NY 10012

store visit march

I must admit I love a city tip whilst travelling and to be honest I have been given a lot for this amazing trip Im on. Whether it’s something to do or see , somewhere to eat or a store to vist, i have love so many of these suggestions – feel free to keep them […]

bend goods

Whilst in LA I met the super cool guys from Bend Goods ( Thanks Daniel!! ) and visited their equally super cool studio ( and i mean SUPER cool) I love their mid century style and fun use of colours. Founded in 2010, Bend is a design and manufacturing company they design functional products for the home […]

blues, timber and brass

Currently Im loving mixing Timber and Brass with shades of Blue –  Blue is one of my all time favourite shades just like the ocean and the big blue sky!  This decorating mix is classic, calm and casual and yet still Modern. Why don’t you give it a try! Here are some great finds from […]

san francisco

So hello from San Francisco! so far I have checked in to The Good Hotel –  checked out the Golden Gate Bridge and the famous Painted Ladies (its’ a term in American architecture used for Victorian and Edwardian houses and buildings painted in three or more colors that embellish or enhance their architectural details) you know […]

melrose trading post

One of my favourite places to visit in LA is The Melrose Trading Post vintage market at Fairfax High School (corner Melrose and Fairfax) on Sundays. You will ee sure to find all kinds of cool stuff, Vintage clothing and goods, Plants, Crystals and a whole lot more. If you love vintage flea markets this […]

the piece collective

The Piece Collective is one of  my moist favourite stores here in LA, I always have to head back when in town- I mean take a look at the front of the store, I think its one of the most instagrammed and pinned on Pintrest images ! have seen. It has a cool edit of […]

griffith observatory

LA is HUGE and I love the view of the city in all it’s expanse from Griffith Observatory It’s one of my favourite places to visit here a definite must do when visiting LA.

more la la la

As you can see I’m totally loving LA! Of course no visit is complete without lunch and The Ivy and a visit to Kelly Wearstlers Flagship boutique. I discovered  Crystalarium and did a little window shopping at Marc Jacobs (I’m still lusting after that bag) and Bookmarc and coffee from Alfred Coffee and Kitchen on Melrose

bludot LA

The awesome team from Bludot Furniture are hosting my 4 Book Event whilst Im here in The USA – check out their La store…   Bludot Los Angeles 8000 Melrose Ave Click here to see their Collection

new bludot catalog

My friends at Bludot USA have just released their latest catalog – They’re always a little cheeky and the catalogues are always styled in a cool and fun way. There’s no surprise it’s packed full of awesome furniture – heres a few of my favourite pages and lets just I LOVE the Punk Table Lamp […]

happy easter

Happy Easter from LA! Enjoy the Easter weekend where ever you may be – hope the Easter  bunny brings you something sweet! Plate and Napkin both from  West Elm (USA) cookie and chocolate Rabbit both from Whole Foods Market Photo Grace Cassio Styling MJG

ponyrider wanderluster

The new Ponyrider collection Wanderluster is in store and online now – just in time for the cooler months. Its no secret that Im a HUGE fan of this awesome Aussie brand. I love their cool products, unique slant on things and this collection is no different,  with their signature hero printed cushions and bed […]

daily inspo

Daily Inspo from the archives today – My old Kitchen as seen in Real Living Magazine a few years back  – Photo credit Michael Wee

bludot la event

Thanks everyone who came to Bludot LA for my first book event-  was so nice to meet you all JG Photos Grace Cassio  

hot cactus

Everyone knows Cactus are cool – but I found the coolest Cactus store in LA. Cactus Store. Yes they just sells Cacti, all kinds of them big and small, its a mini desert  in store. I love the simple design of the space with the terracotta pots and bricks. Be sure to put it on […]

la vibes

Having a great time LA style – Greetings from Hollywood