Light up my initials

Most likely I will attend the Maison and Objet in Singapore this March. Looking forward to seeing some of this Graphic Lamp collection by Delightfull. I love the font of the G and would love to see the M and L up on the boys room. Let's find out if we have to break the bank for that...
Find out what your favorite letter looks like here... CLICK.

Very stylish and very functional, the Booksee shelves

Meet the BOOKSEE. A new product from the collection of Ubabub. We love the BOOKSEE as it delivers what it says... you can see the book when it is on the shelf. Kids books often have amazing covers that you want to display them. An easy and quick solution for many has been the spice racks by IKEA (including in our home) but this is definately a more stylish option.

In my own backyard… the Bloesem creative space

All images by Bloesem blogs found on Pinterest

So far me not visiting the new Bloesem creative space in Singapore has not been a matter of no interest but absolutely a matter of lack of time. And by the looks of it it will soon be a matter of budget. As soon as I step into her shop I'll be lost and have to buy some of the items of designers we both adore like Fine Little Day, Keecie, Darling Clementine, Jurianne Matter, and so many more. I am also curious about her own hand woven pillows (image 1) as it seems she is using amazing colors. 

I feel fortunate living in Singapore and being able to visit her shop and enjoy her signature style and atmosphere. Must really shift into gear and make sure I go there in the next few days. Keep and eye on Instagram as I'll surely post images when I'm there. 

Quirky but very cool

How nice is this quirky but very cool version of the Charles chair in concrete. Yes you read it correctly CONCRETE. Ideal for a relaxing moment outside. Brought in a limited edition of 45 and a few available in Singapore via Fred lives here. Wonder who's going to pick those up. Lucky people.

New year is new collections, a Ferm LIVING preview

It's a new year and that also means new collections. One I am always curious about is Ferm LIVING. I've known this brand from their early wallpaper days and so very much admire the development of their collection. New products added and always in line with their current designs. Want to see more of what Trine has come up with for this season check out their catalogue via this link.

If you follow me for insights on my life as a mother in Singapore on Instagram you'll see some nice Thailand pictures in the following days as we're off to Phuket. Hope you also have nice things planned. 

Have a nice weekend!

Appartment in Strassbourg

I cannot get over how many unusual but great decoration items this house in Strassbourg has. I envy them for their large hyper pink Z, their wired Eiffel tower, and their lovely combination of original features in the apparment combined with a modern style furniture. The only thing I would change personally are the glass door and the glass 'bricks' next to it. Not really my cup of tea.
Images: Miluccia (a blog I've recently discovered and love)

Safe the date.... February 7th

Put a big X in your 2014 diary as on the 7th of February IKEA will launch a new designer collection called Bråkig. In a collaboration with the danish ArtRebels a line of beautiful products was designed. I love the simplicity of the wall storage with nice hooks to put either coats or cups. Coloring the tops of the FROSTA stool is one of the most done IKEA hacks so why not offer it in store... Clever thinking IKEA! And in my mind I've already found more than one nice spot of these little 130 x 170 cm rugs.

I love a good sale

Sometimes I wish I was at a place where it was a little bit colder. Like when the SALE starts at Mini Rodini. Love their SKI TEE, the Star sweatpant and the biker zip hoodie. And the funny thing is that here in Singapore all stores are filled with warm winter clothes.
On Boxing day many of the sales begin and you can really find some good deals around. Next year we'll have 'ceremonial' presents under the tree and a shopping spree on boxing day! You can bring me all over the world but being Dutch I still love a good bargain.

Have you started wrapping presents yet?

You may want to look into some of these great gift tags....

We're going for Marks and Spencer christmas wrap combined with white with little stars and neon orange. But for next year I'll definately keep these tags in mind. For all those enjoying the black and white look at the moment... these are perfect!

Gold and black tags by CreativeIndex

Black and white by Studio Hey Look from Finland

Meet HOME-WORK (in the making)

There will be a new kid on the block in Australia, HOME-WORK. Beautiful products of fabrics designed by Lara Davies and Jess Wright and all printed and produced in Melbourne Australia. Personally I totally fell in love with their 'Scrarabian Nights' pillowcases and the gold foil toilet bag.
In order to not take to much risk in with this new venture Lara and Jess had opened an account on Pozible, a crowdfunding creativity site. You could place your pre-orders of your favorites products. This would guarantee them quick payments to their suppliers and a way to fund the expensive start up costs of printing. A great idea as not only do you create funding, you also create a buzz and a group of ambassadors for your new brand.
As production is in full swing at the moment all we can do is sign up for the newletter, follow on Instagram for behind the scenes photos and WAIT.