Friday mood

 

Lunch at The Grounds - an Aladdin theme

We had lunch at The Grounds of Alexandria the other day. It had been ages since our last visit so it was nice to see a few new changes, check out the flowers and eat there again. 

The Grounds is currently adorned in an Aladdin theme and it was fun to see the Aladdin themed cakes, drinks etc.  There were even drinks served in a golden lamp....

We had lunch at The Potting Shed. I love dining amongst all of the plants and greenery there.

So much inspiration for the home and garden. 

I've popped up a few photos from our visit below -

Have you been to The Grounds lately?

I can't wait to see their next installation!

Friday......

It's been raining on and off all week here and I've come to the end of my first cold of the year. I'm happy to see the end of this week! So I'm throwing back to last Friday when the weather was warm and we headed down to Manly for a little paddle board session.....

How has your week been?

Friday's Favourites.

I've popped together a few of my favourite images that I came across on social media this week.

When I first started my blog I used to love to compile posts full of inspiration, pretty things, quotes that resonated with me and interior ideas.  I still do save lots of things that inspire me on my phone but they don't always make it over here to the blog. I must do these posts more often as it is lovely to have everything in one place. Here are a few things I'm loving this week......

This Frida painting from Etsy

This gorgeous bohemian outdoor space via Glitter Guide

This pretty, clean desk space has always been a favourite

I have lots of large crystals beside my bed and on my book shelves at home but would love to have a tray of smaller crystals on my coffee table. So beautiful!

I'm desperate for a sleep in! Hopefully I get one soon.

I'm really, really missing the warm weather and the lifestyle that goes with it. I'm missing my vitamin sea fix and dips in the pool. Winter feels like it has been here forever!

How has your week been?

What are you loving?

Friday's Favourites - my Pinterest picks this week

Here are a few of my favourite things this week  -  From my Pinterest boards

These donut holes and cute food party found here

I love this tranquil pool setting

I might need this vase from Kikki K

I wanting to try this side dish of Garlic Mushroom Quinoa found here

How gorgeous is this table?!

 This would be perfect for a summer dinner party

I hope you've had a great week. Enjoy your weekend!

You can see more of what I've been pinning this week here

Friday Night Tipple - Sangria Swirled Frozen Margarita

As we head into the weekend, it's the perfect time to make yourself a cocktail.
This week's favourite is the Sangria Swirled Frozen Margarita.

As seen on Dessert for Two Recipe You know those cans of frozen limeade concentrate?  Yeah.  Grab one.  After you empty it into the blender, fill up the empty can half way with tequila.  Fill up the rest of the can with triple sec.  THEN FILL UP THE CAN WITH ICE.  I swear, don’t forget the ice.  Blend, blend, blend.  Rim a glass with salt, and pour.

So, for these fancy pants sangria swirl frozen margaritas, I sacrified 1 cup of fruity red wine to make wine ice cubes.  It’s totally optional. But, wait, when in life are pink drinks optional?  Never.  Good answer.

Sangria Swirled Frozen Margaritas

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Prep time

5 mins

Total time

5 mins

makes 2 drinks

: www.DessertForTwo.com

Serves: 2

Ingredients

For the sangria swirl:

• 1 cup red wine, frozen in ice cube tray
• 2 tablespoons triple sec (orange liquor)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• juice of half an orange

For the regular frozen margarita:

• 6 ounces frozen limeade concentrate
• 2 shots tequila
• 1 shot triple sec
• 1 cup ice

Instructions

1. First, dip two margarita glasses in water or lime juice, and rim the edges with salt or sugar (your choice).
2. Next, puree the frozen red wine cubes with the triple sec, lime juice, and orange juice. Pour into a small glass and have ready on the side.
3. Add the limeade concentrate (not defrosted), tequila, triple sec and ice to a blender. Puree until slushy.
4. Divide the margarita mixture between two glasses, and swirl in the sangria mixture.

Notes

*It would be super easy to double this recipe and use a whole can of frozen limeade concentrate and make 4 drinks. Party!

Friday's Favourites - a wish list!

1. Pink Shoes from here 2. Round beach towel from here 3. Gold cushion from here 4. Hand towel from here 5. Heart cushion from here 6. Fairy lights from here 7. Coloured tassels from here Have a wonderful weekend! 

This week....

How my side of the bed looked this week. Pillowcases from Adairs

Friends came over for a catch up. Is there anything better than nibbles?

My roses are dying so I cut them down and popped them in my new vase from Typo.

It was supposed to be a pencil holder but it seems to be waterproof so far!

My lightbox message this week. Happiness is always in fashion ;)

I went to an art exhibition with a friend this week featuring Jacquie Fink's knitting. The pieces were so fabulous.

Someone has discovered the ipad and The Wiggles this week. He loves them! I think I have been listening to The Wiggles for almost 11 years now. I definitely know the songs.

I drew the winner for my Instagram Giveaway today. Thank you so much to everyone that entered!

I'm getting ready for a garage sale tomorrow and looking forward to a Sunday with no plans.

Enjoy your weekend!

Smile, it's Friday!

Is it just me or has it felt like a long week?

 I'm so tired and I'm looking forward to a weekend of doing ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! :)

I have been solo parenting for a week whilst Simon was away and the  week has caught up with me. 

How about you? What are your plans for the weekend?

Simone xx

image via etsy, original source can be found on my pinterest board

It's Friday. Share the love - a Giveaway!

It's Friday, so what better excuse to share some love!

It's Giveaway time!

I am including this Kikki K magnetic shopping list...

This Coconut and Cream Bubble Bath and Shower Creme for a little hint of Summer during this chilly Winter....

And a print from Honey and Fizz. Either an A4 or A3 size :)

(excluding the custom prints)

(one of my prints - Birth Announcement)

To see more visit here

I will draw the winner next Friday :)

All you have to do is be a follower of Honey and Fizz (the blog )and leave a comment below that you want to be included. 

Enjoy your Friday and have a wonderful weekend!
Simone xx