Google is a wonderful thing...

I often wonder what my life would be like if there was no such thing as google. I would never have discovered why the sky is blue, how cameras work (but seriously I still think it's magic), the ever-addictive Facebook, my ultimate time waster Pinterest and the dozens of blogs that I read from authors around the world.

It was during my daily morning blog read that I discovered an interesting article about a design workshop that's coming to Brisbane. The School with Megan Morton  offers tuition from the best-of-the-best craftspeople inside the industry and gives an insight into the coveted worlds of craft, styling and design. Crafternoons and make-it-yourself lessons from specially selected teachers are structered with all levels of experience in mind.

One of the clases I was particularly interested in was a screen printing class by Rachel Castle. A little googling helped me to discover a little more about her and quickly I entered the wonderful world of Castle and Things.

Sadly for me, the class is only being offered in their Hobart Roadshow, but I'm going to keep my eyes peeled in the blogger world for more upcoming dates in the hopes I may learn how to create some of these pieces myself.

 

**I've created a link to my favourite blogs on the right hand side of the page. Check them out and you might find something you like! **

Love, love, love

Over the weekend Steve and I attended my highschool girlfriend's wedding and it inspired me to add a little more love into my own life. So as another lazy Sunday came around I headed to the art store to grab some supplies. I wanted to create a piece to fill an empty corner in our living area.

I attached each of the letters with the hot glue gun and with a little white spray paint with self primer I was well underway. I wanted to keep it all white to create an embossed feel.

I'm getting much better at spray painting. My first attempt taught me the importance of keeping a decent distance, while having enough newspaper underneath to avoid painting the garden another shade AGAIN. It took about three coats and a couple of hours drying time and I was done. The spray paint had a gloss finish so it ended up with a really nice shine to it. I think next time, though, I'd like to use some lace or doily to create more of an effect under the lettering, maybe even try it in grey like this.



She says 'I do'

This weekend one of my best girlfriends got married to the love of her life in a stunning ceremony in Maleny in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Addie and Matt managed to pull together the perfect traditional wedding that was both stylish and captured the picturesque scenery. I mean seriously, check out the view!

The venue Weddings at Tiffanys was a one stop shop for the perfect day. From the stunning setting, to the amazing food, right down to the staff service couldn't be faulted. It truly was a magical day.

They both planned and themed their own wedding, adding personal touches along the way. It wasn't difficult to see the love they have for each other and how much they care for their friends and family. It was a real celebration of finding true love. The mood was infectious.

The wish for a life together filled with happiness, joy and wonderment certainly had the perfect start.