Paula Joye's Hampton Inspired Home

I really loved Paula Joye's home (editor of Madison magazine) featured in the Australian House & Garden magazine last month. Of course it is no surprise that it is fab-u-lous, she is after all an fashion magazine editor and always looks polished and stylish herself. I am particularly loving the palm tree prints in her bedroom and might start hunting some down for my very own bedroom...Oh and of course her little girls bedrooms are adorable also. I am loving the use of the palm tree fronds used throughout her house. I always strip our garden for fronds and place them throughout my home. Lush, Green foliage can sometimes look just as good as pretty blooms and are a cheap alternative, and I think, offer a point of difference from flowers and create a whole different look for a change.

PS. The weekend away was fantastic. As anticipated my stomach is so sore from laughing so hard...

Images via: Australian House & Garden

Coastal Cool

Gorgeous deck looking out toward the guest bungalow...

So cute....Love the blue and white stripe awnings.

I just love an old beach shack! Is there nothing better? This cute, coastal cottage is situated in the picturesque town of Wooli, has 2 bedrooms, a sleepout and a guest bungalow all with private access to the beach......second mortgage anyone??? You can find more photos here and check out another gorgeous beachfront cottage here. On another note, hopefully my lotto numbers will come up tonight for the cool 90 million - oh would'nt it be nice??

Images via: realestate.com.au