Inspired By: Dog

Anyone up for some more inspiration and online shopping again this weekend?

I for sure am! 

This weeks inspiration photo is of our pet dog Pompon. I don't think I've ever introduced him on the blog before! He is a maltese-shitzu/toy poodle and absolutely adorable when he's clean. We live on a farm so he's not clean very often but I still love him. He just got a wash and trim on a few weeks ago so now he is lovely to cuddle!

The photo was taken when the flooring was being laid in Wattle Cottage (read all about that here - and I promise there's another post about it coming soon). Pompon was just as keen to get in on the action as everyone else!

This weeks finds are great, whether you're a pet owner or not...

1) "Houndstoothe_Black_and_White" fabric by Holli Zollinger on Spoonflower
Such a classic style, yet so stylish! 

2) "Australian Kelpie Silhouette Tea Towel" by Paloma Le Sage Hand Printed on Down That Little Lane
Simple enough to fit in with almost anything, yet bold enough to make the most perfect statement! 

3) "Luyesa Bookends - Sausage Dog" by Outliving on Hard to Find
If you love reading, you probably love bookends to display those titles of yours... and aren't these just perfect? They would make such a fun, quirky piece of decor!

4) "Dogs Fridge Magnets" a set of six by Badge Bliss on MadeIt
Even though I don't really like magnets and papers all over the fridge... these are too cute to resist! Just look at those faces!

5) "Dharf K-leather leash of Glory" by DHARF on Down That Little Lane
This is hands-down the most stylish dog leash I have ever seen. I want it. It's one of those things that makes you think that if you have it your life will be complete.

6) "Cat & Dog Pet Bowls" by Design For Use on Hard to Find
We have separate water and food bowls and it's so annoying because they end up all over the place! These would be just ideal... and oh so stylish too!

7) "All You Need Is Love And A Dog Print 8x10" by Milk and Thistle on Etsy
This print isn't actually correct. What it should say is "all you need is love, a dog and this print". It's simple, black and white, meaning it will fit in with any decor!

8) "Kelly Green Cotton Dog Bow Tie" by Charlie Be Good on Etsy
Don't bow ties always look handsome? And on a dog... even cuter! 

9) "Dog Show" fabric by Troismeittes on Spoonflower
What a cute fabric! I could totally imagine a cute bag made from this... but the possibilities are endless..!

10) "Hampen" high-pile rug by IKEA
There's nothing better than snuggling up with your canine friend. Apart from maybe snuggling up with your canine friend on a soft high-pile rug, like this black beauty from IKEA.

I really think you should check out the rest of these shops too, because even if this particular stuff doesn't appeal, the shops have the most gorgeous products, I wish I could include (and own) every single one!

Have a great weekend!

Inspired By: Shells

Inspiration is all around us. 

Including the millions (okay, hundreds) of photos piled on my computer. 

Combining my love for moodboards and inspirational photos, I've searched the web for some fantastic products inspired by a photo I've taken. Some online shopping along with a little story about the photo, gives the best start to the weekend, right? 

I've already made a few more so look out for these Inspired By posts some Fridays (I'm trying to get some sort of order back into this blog, it's been so neglected lately).

This photo was taken on our annual holiday to Bremer Bay this year, when I was documenting our holiday house for a blog post (which you can find here). In the dining room of the house there is a cabinet filled with shells that have holiday-makers and beach-goers have collected over the years. These recent finds are propped on an ice-cream lid on top of the cabinet because there is no more room inside!

I love the mint green, coral, cream and brown colours of the shells... they are all so pretty!

This weeks finds:

1) "Fretwork in Mint" fabric by Domesticate on Spoonflower
The colour of this fabric is so gorgeous... the perfect mint green! And I love the pattern too. Imagine the possibilities! Would look cute in a nursery or in a beach shack, perhaps?

2) "Shell Charm Necklace" by On A Whim Designs
I think this necklace could have jumped out of the picture, they are so alike! I own a necklace just like this (but Paris style instead of shells) and think it is great! A perfect way to bring the beach to you!

3) "Shell Shoes" limited edition print by Erin Petson on Hard to Find
This beautiful print would be a great way to make a statement. The colours are fantastic and would provide a nice contrast against a white wall.

4) "Beach Throw/Lacey Days" by Sea and Me on Down That Little Lane
Make all your friends jealous with the best beach throw on the beach! Not only does this throw look adorable, in a cute coral colour and pattern with pompon fringe, it's also made from 100% natural materials. What are you waiting for?

5) "Coral Chevron Zig Zag Cushion" by Black Eyed Susie Too on MadeIt
Personally, I'm a bit over chevron. But this cushion is an exception! The colour is adorable and it's bound to make anything look a whole lot cuter! It would look great as a statement.

6) "Husky Beach" necklace by Chasqui Orozco Designs on Down That Little Lane
This simple necklace could quite possibly be the definition of perfect. Everything about it is adorable, including the fact that the beads are hand-molded. You know you want it...

7) "Alabaster Nevil" watch by TRIWA on Hard to Find
I don't normally wear a watch, but if I did, it would be one like this. It has enough features that it could nearly be as useful as an iPhone, looks devine and is unisex. What more could you want in a watch!

8) "Shell Stripes" fabric by C'est La Viv on Spoonflower
I love the way this fabric is like, as the name suggests, shell stripes, without being too theme-y. What a great way to incorporate a bit of beach whilst keeping it modern and sophisticated. I'm in!

9) "Pink Vintage Style Hairclips" fabric by Kapalau Jewels on MadeIt
Whether they be for yourself or someone else, these vintage-style beauties are too good to pass. The colour is super cute and I love the little charms on the end!

10) "Pom Pom Beach Tote" by Sea and Me on Down That Little Lane
Sea and Me have done it again. Put style back into a trip to the beach! This tote is a super stylish, all natural bag perfect for keeping together your summer essentials... and the best thing is... it's so stylish you can take it anywhere, not just the beach!

Have the best weekend everybody!