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Thank you to everyone who supported this blog since it first began in 2008. We ceased publication in 2016 but keep these posts for you as an archive of inspiration and information.
Garden Renovation. Where do you start?
My back yard currently looks like a sink hole; or a dig site in Jurassic Park. Yes folks, we've finally kicked off the BIG renovation. The beginning of a 2 (or so), year project to get this house into the shape we want. It's taken slightly more than six years of...
Vintage Style Inspiration at the Love Vintage Show
I took a day off last weekend for a special occasion; the Love Vintage Show was in town and I really needed new vintage style inspiration! It is hard to explain to Mr.SKM why I need to go to another vintage shopping event when my closets are overflowing, but more...
Daily Outfit – Western Wear
I am well and truly back in the saddle with this week's outfit. Two of my favourite Las Vegas purchases have found yet another way to be worn. Whenever I go to Las Vegas (not that it is every year, it's a long trip!) I always head to Boot Barn on the outside end of...
Recipe Review: Mexican Cracked Chocolate Cookies
This visual culinary surprise, comes from a recipe book titled "The Art & Soul of Baking", a hefty 500 page recipe book. There was no accompanying photo with this recipe, I was drawn to it simply because it had "Mexican" in the title. So you can imagine my...
The Trashy Diva Obi Dragon Dress
I went all out today and decided to get into the feel of the Trashy Diva Obi Dragon dress by playing the 1940's lounge singer role in the studio with Helen. It was the perfect opportunity to road test evening looks for some upcoming Winter's night events and see just...
How to make Chorizo & Prawn Tagliatelle
When I dine out, I love to explore the menu to find something I either haven't tried before or would never be bothered cooking at home. I like to experience new tastes, combinations and be inspired by presentation. And from this, I can add these new ideas to my home...
Daily Outfit – Wicked
Last night was a Mother's Day night out treat for my Mum and I. We headed into the city early for some delicious Pho and green tea ice cream before the rest of of evening spectacular began, and it certainly was spectacular! I wish you could have all been with me at...
Daily Outfit – Polka Dot Vintage Dress Day
It may be Autumn in Melbourne already, but we are lucky to sneak in a few lovely days here and there. Provided you bring a cardi, you can enjoy a bit of a brunch in the sun. The fabulous ladies at Trashy Diva, who I met while last in New Orleans, kindly sent me this...
How to make European style thick hot chocolate
There's something quite indulgent about the thick hot chocolates you can get at Max Brenner. There's also something a little amusing about ordering a Dark Italian from the menu! I discovered a more indulgent European style hot chocolate at The Polish Place in Mt...