Interior styling relies on giving a room its finishing ‘kiss’ with some decorative cushions… they’re the “lipstick” of the sofa or bed. Cushions are also the quickest and most economical way to add some ‘Wow factor’ to your space, giving it an instant facelift. However, when it comes to styling with cushions it pays to [Read more….]
It’s Australia Day tomorrow, it’s our national day to celebrate all that’s wonderful about our beautiful country. If you’re stuck for ideas on what to do over this long weekend, checkout these great Australia Day Activities.
A new year calls for new trends around the home! One of the biggest interior trends of 2015 is bringing the outdoors in! This trend is perfect for any home style and can be accomplished easily and inexpensively!
Most cosmetic companies still assume that the human skin provides a sufficient barrier to irritating and toxic substances. In the last few decades, so many studies have been done all over the world that link cosmetic ingredients to cancer and skin disease.
A beautifully wrapped gift really shows someone you care. These simple do-it-yourself ideas are sure to impress everyone on your Christmas gift list without breaking the bank. You can readily pick up most of these items from your local Officeworks or newsagent.
We are pretty excited to have been invited to showcase our stunning Black and Gold Egg Pendant light in Adore Magazine’s Annual Edition in their ‘Black & Gold Trending’ feature. The Annual Edition magazine will be available in newsagents across Australia from December 4, along with a select few boutique homewares stores. Check out the front cover and [Read more….]
Here’s one of my favourite recipes for a decadent chocolate brownie which is from Donna Hay’s October/November 2011 magazine. This recipe features 400g dark chocolate, which sounds like a lot, but it makes a fabulous crunchy top and a deliciously chewy centre.
Ever since I discovered the beauty and benefits of essential oils, I’ve been a bit obsessed with making my own products using them. Mostly I have dabbled in cleaning products…but the other night as I was folding some bedding I’d just washed, I got to thinking about trying my hand at making my own “Linen Water” [Read more….]
The Gilded Pear turns one today. Yes today! We can hardly believe it either. And can we just say, our first year has been totes amaze-balls and so much fun! But most importantly, your support has put us on the map. So a huge hearty thank you to everyone for making us who we are today! You rock. [Read more….]
Just so you know, I am not a great traditional or elaborate gift wrapper, I like simple + easy. So, the other night when I was wrapping Christmas gifts I was thinking wouldn’t it be so cute to have some mini flag style gift tags? (say that 7 times fast). Well I happen to be the owner of [Read more….]