Around here lately.....

I've been a little quiet here on the blog and my other social media lately as I just don't seem to find the time to pop in and post like I used to. So today I decided to share a little look at how the house is looking lately. As we've said goodbye to Summer I like to change the rooms up slightly each season. Hey, it's just my thing! Whether that means bringing in items from another room in the house, moving furniture or just adding a new cushion. 

It's the little things that can freshen a space and give it a new look.

Noah's room below had a little makeover. The prints, wall weave and plants were from other rooms but I love how they look grouped together here. His new drawers add extra storage as he needed a little more now that he has started school. Plus the wood injects a little warmth into the neutal space.

 Bed, rug and buffet - Fantastic Furniture

Weave - @holly_marling

Noah pennant - @my_friend_fred

Aloha print - @lonelyseaa

Little Frother print - @thezookeeper__

Coverlet + cushion - Adairs

Rainbow light - bargain shop at Belrose Supercenta

Lamp - Kmart

My little desk space received a refresh with some new Jasmine Dowling prints.

The space is tiny so there's not much to it but I'm loving the peachy tones at the moment.

My sitting room just received a cushion change up. The cushions from the main living room were moved in here for a new look. I'm still loving the pinks and neutral tones. It feels perfect for Autumn.

Last year we put doors on all of our Billy Bookcases in this room and it gives the room a more serene feel.

Just don't open the cupboards! They're full to the brim! Also look how well my plants are doing here.

The devils ivy seems to love this spot!

Bookcases +doors, lounges, rattan ottoman, rattan chairs - Ikea

Tan cushions - Kmart

Pink + neutral cushions - H&M Home

Rug, long multi coloured cushion, large abstract print, orchid - Freedom

Brass Tray - The Brassman - Neutral Bay

Other prints - Etsy, Jasmine Dowling, Olive et Oriel

Jasper's room received a little change up with his bed being moved onto a different wall and a refresh of his artwork. Weave and prints were from other rooms in the house. I added a new plant for some greenery. The main pop of colour comes from his rug. The colours are a gorgeous combination.

Bed and rug  - Fantastic Furniture

Basket - Kmart

Buffet - Ikea

Peace light - Bargain shop at Belrose Supercenta

Weave - Target

Coverlet - Adairs

Peace Cushion - Children of the tribe

J - Typo

The main bedroom stayed the same. Still loving the wall hanging above the bed.

As you know bed linen is my weakness! It really can change the whole feel of the room.

I couldn't resist this green quilt cover and I'm loving the combination with pink pillowcases.

The entrance way is still feeling very summery with my hats and bags so I will have to change that a little when the weather gets cooler. At the moment they're both still getting a work out!

Bed - Domayne

Bed Linen - H&M Home

Pink pillowcases - Adairs

Leopard Euro Pillowcases - Kip & Co

Lamps - Beacon Lighting

Wall hanging + bag - Coven & Co

Gemini print - Sunday Lane

Rug - Freedom

Chandelier - Alfresco Emporium

Bed Bench - made by Simon

Bags - Boho Leather Co

The main living area stayed the same. I just grabbed cushions from other rooms in the house and added a couple of new cushion covers in a dusty pink and a burgundy.

Recliner lounges - Domayne

Alaia Surfboard - made by Simon

Mirrors - Ebay

Pink + Velvet cushions - H&M Home

Tan cushion - Kmart

Rectangle cushion - Adairs

Rug - Home on Darley

That's about it! That's how it's looking around here lately.

How have you been?

Officeworks - #YourWorkYourWay challenge

This coming week I will be showcasing Officeworks products and participating in the #YourWorkYourWay challenge.

I will be working in 3 different locations and showing how having the right tech products lets me work anywhere at anytime.

The Officeworks products I will be using this week to achieve this are -

Targets IQ Backpack

iPhone case

iPad cover

Power bank

Headphones

I look forward to sharing my different work spaces with you!

Officeworks also has a great quiz on their site so you can find out which kind of work style you have and techniques that can make you more productive.
I loved their suggested play lists, books to read and tips from working at home.

You can read more here -
http://www.officeworks.com.au/campaigns/your-work-your-way

Refreshing my Desk Space - making my dollar work harder at Officeworks.

We're on the last day or 2 of our renovations and I can't wait to get home and start putting everything back into place. It has been a great opportunity to clean out any unwanted items and I'm looking forward to rearranging furniture and giving everything a little refresh.

One of the spaces I can't wait to style is my office space.  You have seen plenty of photos of my old desk space but towards the end it became a bit of a dumping ground and I hated walking in and seeing a messy desk. Also as it was in quite a visible spot, I really needed to organise a better system.

My desk space as seen in Adore Home Magazine coffee table book.

I packed my old desk away and used the space for a set of drawers to store my cutlery, platters, entertaining stuff and I've found a new nook for a little desk and a designated spot for my work. I can't wait to show you the finished space once we've moved back in and are settled.

I was approached by Officeworks to put together some options for a desk refresh for varying budgets.

I've put together options for under $50, under $100 and under $200.

There is so much to choose from at Officeworks. From office furniture, storage ideas, desk accessories, stationery, fresh pencils and paper (my favourite!) The prices are so reasonable, such great value for money. Your dollar certainly works harder here. We also buy all the kids school supplies from Officeworks too as there is such a great variety.

My favourite piece that I bought was the Kallis Computer desk for $21.75!! It fits perfectly in my space and I've jazzed it up a little by painting the legs gold! Can't wait to show you :)

Here are a few pics of desk spaces I'm using for Inspiration....

I'm all about the neutral spaces at the moment.

Desk Refresh for under $50

1. Large Square tin - perfect for stationery bits and bobs you want hidden - here

2. A5 Felt Diary - I love the colour and also the day to page - here

3. Clear Pencil caddy - here

4. Black folders for hiding paperwork - here

5. Kallis Computer Desk - here  I've sprayed my desk legs gold and it looks stunning!

6. A4  Clipboard  x 2 - perfect for displaying inspiration pics, calendars, art etc - here

Desk Refresh for under $100

I would include all the items above and add the following

7. Acrylic mini stapler - cute and I love that it matches the other desk accessories - here

8. Acrylic 2 hole punch - here

9. Desk lamp - I love that this lamp comes in so many different colours - here

Also a lovely bunch of flowers to add that pop of colour. Laptop, glasses and artwork my own.

All of the above 9 items come to the total of $100. I think that is such great value for money.  Plus I love the fact you can get furniture, stationery and desk accessories from the one place.
So with my last $100 to spend I would add the following items to my picks above - 

Desk refresh for under $200

10. Scissors - here

11. Highlighters - here

12. White desk chair - here

13. Clear hooks for popping up clipboards etc - here

14. Natural Cork Tag/Labels - here

15. Notebook - here

It's amazing how you can change the whole look of your work space and get so many useful items with as little as $200.

How is your desk space looking? Could it do with a little refresh?

Is there any particular item you swear by to keep you organised?