A Sydney breakfast continued...

Stupidly I forgot my camera this morning so these were taken on my BB and aren't that clear. Still, they capture Sydney beautifully don't they. Despite being a Sydney girl through and through, I still appreciate the beauty of our harbour.

Breakfast was spent at the Park Hyatt Sydney. And it was possibly the best breakfast I have ever had! I had the most divine fruit, muesli, nuts, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms and waffles... Oh and a coffee and fresh apple juice. OK, so I over ate greatly but it was too delicious not to.

My mother insisted on taking a photo of me, so yes, that is me in the second shot, but I'm not a photo person so this is the best she was going to get!!

Kellie xx

A Sydney Harbour Breakfast!

My family and I are off to a lovely breakfast on Sydney harbour. A perfect way to spend a (early) Saturday morning. Delicious and so pretty! See you soon Kellie x

From Martha Stewart. x

An easter surprise

Just when I thought all my hydrangeas had gone to sleep for the year there was a pretty surprise out the front.

Photos by Kellie Collis for Ada & Darcy

DIY: Tutu Inspired Lampshade

Remember I posted about a tutu light here, well the lovely Anna of Lone de Anna was kind enough to send me this DIY. And doesn't it look very simple. Perhaps I an idea for my office i'm planning as we speak. Kellie xx

From Martha Stewart via Lona de Anna

Clean before a break?

My best friend Kate and I had this conversation the other day. For me, before the weekend, I have to clean and re-organise my house. Why? Because I cannot relax knowing that it isn't all sorted. Perhaps cleaning and tidying up means I am letting go of the previous week's work. So tonight you can guarantee i'll be vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing....

For Kate though, she couldn't think of anything worse after a week of work, coming home on a Friday (or for this weekend, a Thursday) and spend the night cleaning. She spends it relaxing and worrying about dusting another day. That night is all about Kate and her partner and spending it just how she pleases.

I kind of wish I could do that but I know i'd try it and be annoyed by every bit of fluff i saw!

Pedantic!? Possibly! Anyone else like me? Kellie x

Photo by Kellie Collis for Ada & Darcy

Kellie's all set...

Lovlies, four fabulous days off as of tomorrow. Is it bad if my head is already there? Nope, didn't think so. And I'm even more relaxed knowing that all my easter egg shopping is finished, done, sorted! I even impressed myself this year. So no last minute shopping trying to find a non-broken chocolate bunny! Enjoy your Thursday! Kellie

From my favourite Dustjacket Attic.

Dinner by candlelight, day forgotten

What a day!

A relaxing candlelight dinner with my favourite moscato to make things all seem like a blur... My lovely husband arranged that for me! Thank goodness for Luke x

A ballet inspired lighting

I saw this room over at Made by Girl. Bet you can guess what i first noticed and loved - that tulle around the light! At least it looks like ballet tulle to me!

Then i noticed that stunning fabric on the seating and those pretty, pretty cushions just sitting there looking so loved and comfortable.

I thought about trying this tulle idea myself. Then i realised this may cause potential fire issues if it was to overheat. Hmmm... Possibly one time Luke might not run with my big ideas... Kellie x

Image from Hus & Hem via Made by Girl x

The black folder makes a comeback!

A

See, this is the perfect example that black standard folders can look pretty damn stylish with the right decor around them (see second picture)! What a fabulous office space though. Surely only the most creative of ideas would come out of here!

A

My little office space is the next room in our house to be given some TLC. I haven't quite decided exactly what I would like to do so i'm on the hunt for some serious inspiration. Kellie xx

Image from Lonny x

DIY - The perfect flower arrangement!

Here is a beautiful and step by step 'how to' in creating a divine flower arrangement. How lovely with this beauty be, sitting by my bedside table so I can wake up to it each morning. Kellie x

From here. x

A Schmooks wall kind of idea

I spotted these designs on the weekend at the Handmade Market. Aren't they fabulous. Imagine these babies framed up in something white and glossy, clustered on a wall. Divine. And incredibly affordable. For my lovely international readers as well as my local ones, you don't need to attend the market just to see them... They are also available at the Schmooks Esty store. xx

Handmade Market visit...

I had the pleasure of attending the Handmade Market at Canberra on Sunday.

Jules did an amazing job at organising the event which wasn't just in a gorgeous location, the selection of individuals showcasing their creations was fabulous. I have been to lots and lots of markets full of average quality and not so individual designs however this was full of beautiful, beautiful things and wonderful ideas.

Here are two cushions that I picked up for an absolute bargain I might add. I'll show you some of the other wonderful things I spotted over the coming days.

The next market is Saturday, June 5th 2010. I'll be heading there again, if you have a spare weekend, please make the trip! And if you want an insight into the type of designs that were on show, head over here. Kellie x

Green tea and chocolate - what a mix!

I adore green tea - any kind, and since I have started to drink it more and more every day. I actually have quite a collection that I rotate daily just to keep things interesting. Perhaps because i'm no longer having caffeine I do adore my chocolate. Just a little so I don't ruin the goodness of the tea but still, it's a magic combination - day and night!

These are just about the last two hydrangeas in my garden. Things are starting to get cooler in Sydney and my darling flowers are starting to hide away. I'm not sure how I can manage to get mauve and pink on the one flower. It's pretty nonetheless!

Have a great week! Kellie xx

Photo by Kellie Collis for Ada & Darcy x

A little road trip for two!

Luke and I are off on a fabulous road trip to visit the Handmade Markets in Canberra today. I hope to show you some pictures from the day and anything lovely I find in my travels! Kellie xx

Image from here. x