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28 January 2015
Let's have a party!
Happy Birthday Lula
One thing I knew would impress my little Lula for her 2nd Birthday was a tea party, since the day she received her first tea set from Nana she has been busy entertaining, poring tea and serving cake. She even went through a phase of demanding we go out for tea and cake each day, settling only when her toasted tea cake was served and mum was sipping on her cup of tea.. Thankfully she is just as happy these days with a little role play, especially as her tea set has grown into a full on Lula cafe!
I have to admit I'm not really that into party planning, I generally get a little flustered and stressed out with it all, but I thought my little girl had been through such a tough year that she deserved a special day to celebrate all she has achieved. So I sat down a week before the big day and scribbled down some rough ideas of what to do and began working my way through it. Keeping it small and simple was key for me and Pinterest was also a huge help, giving me some lovely handmade ideas that were achievable. I found grouping ideas together on a board the easiest way to visualise what I was after. The week of organising everything was going really well, I had made the party hats and mini bunting for the cake using Liberty prints and purchased other little things that would add to the tea party spirit. Then I fell ill with only a few days to go and a long list of things that had to be baked, I managed to pull myself together to make most things and let myself off the hook with a few and ordered from our favourite local bakery instead. Of course everything worked out nicely on the day, even the sun came along and gave everything a sunny glow. Lula loved her spread and enjoyed making sure everyone was wearing a party hat once through the door. I'm feeling encouraged by this this celebration and already thinking ahead to what I can do for her next birthday, the joy on her little face was totally worth it.
Photography by Nadinoo
8 January 2015
make a plan
A happy 2015
I'm excited about this new year and the many unexpected things it may bring.. But I'm also attempting to plan ahead and make the most of my Frankie diary & calendar by filling it with fun projects, family time and visiting much loved friends. I've never been one to plan or organise anything longer than a month or two in advance, always thinking it too far in the future for me to worry about. So in a bid to change my nature and finally grow up I hope to make a rough plan for the year with a better work life balance.
What is your plan for the year?
Photography by Nadinoo
What is your plan for the year?
30 December 2014
time to think..
Merry Christmas
It's hard not to get reflective when a year comes to an end, especially on those days between Christmas and New year when you have a little time to breath out and put your feet up (if you are lucky that is..). This year has been a busy and challenging one for me and my family but for all it's highs and lows I'm grateful as it has brought us to where we are right now.
18 December 2014
Life keeps moving on..
I regret that this space has not been used for personal posts lately and vow to do my best to rectify this and bring you fully up to speed. It seems our life has been moving so fast this year with move after move that it has become tiresome to even recall the events and changes in our lives let alone tell the story. I think my head is still spinning trying to pin down where now is, if that even makes any sense.? But I feel blessed to have landed in a beautiful quiet countryside village that is making peace and grounding all together possible. If you are following @nadinooclothing on instagram you will already be familiar with this charming little place we now call home. The first few weeks we spent wandering the village awestruck by how idyllic and characterful it all is, never mind the joy of having open fields just around the corner. It feels like the perfect antidote to busy city life and we are gratefully soaking it all in. I'm starting to feel like we have found a place we can spend a number of years but I'm not one for getting ahead of myself.. who knows what adventures are waiting round the corner!
Photography by Nadinoo 28 May 2014
Keeping busy
A catch up...
This space has been much neglected since the opening of our Studio/Shop, the days are filled to the brim with new projects, sewing custom orders and chatting to the lovely people who walk through our doors. I can't say I'm complaining as this opportunity has filled my head with plenty nifty new ideas. I even have plans for this old blog if I can only allocate the time it truly deserves. I would love to do a few fun sewing tutorials that may inspire us all to get a bit more crafty in the evenings and weekends.. I'm thinking tiny projects that will take no longer than a couple of hours, as let's face it who has the time or patience to devote any longer..!? I'm hoping this will get my head into gear for setting up some sewing workshops at the Nadinoo Studio/Shop in July, there are so many Nadinoo designs and simple sewing techniques I would love to pass on. If you would like register your interest or if there is anything in particular you would like to learn however BIG or small please email at info@nadinoo.com
6 January 2014
Sunny start to the year
I've always enjoyed the beginning of a new year, a fresh start with new goals, ambitions and resolutions to fulfil. For me it's always a good reminder that I need to take better care of myself so I have been making improvements in my daily routine to fit in as many relaxing and healthy habits. Lets hope I can keep it up..
Photography by Nadinoo
I've been daydreaming of putting together a small children's wear range for quite some time so I'm hopeful it will finally come to fruition this year. The idea of mini versions of your favourite Nadinoo's has to be brought to life, at the very least so my little Lula can run around in Nadinoo dresses of her own. I fear I'll never find time otherwise..
I have lots more ideas and grand plans scribbled down in my shiny new diary but it would be lovely to hear what you would like to see from us in 2014. Please don't be shy, all ideas are welcome for either the blog or future collections.
P.S. The blog is going through a slow make over, I hope to inject a little love back into it and plan to welcome back like minded sponsors very soon. Please email me if your interested at info@nadinoo.com
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