I have been busy avoiding the rain and decorating the house this week. You see the weather here in Brisbane has been wet and miserable these last few days-more than 160 mm or about 6 1/2 inches has fallen, without a break, in the last 24 hours and the weather bureau is warning of a possible further 200 mm today. Apparently we have received the best rain for a century in the last couple of days alone....inside weather for sure!
This rainy old weather is just perfect for taking pictures of the garden for Outdoor Wednesday with Susan then quickly coming back inside to decorate tables for Marty's Table Top Tuesday party whilst sipping hot tea and eating home made shortbread with Wanda Lee at the Plumed pen!
I never thought that rainy days could be so much fun!
I have re-decorated our little wine cabinet in our lounge area with a few of my favorite things. Can you see that it is 10:30 in the morning and I need to turn on some lights? This is quite a novelty for me!
The beautiful Tiffany lamp was a birthday present from my wonderful husband.
I placed the sweet little silver birds on some books about England that were given to us by....wait for it....
my youngest sister's husband's older sister!
The rain still hasn't gone away....
Oh well, I might as well catch up with some reading, blogging and a cup of Yorkshire tea!
I think I might also have some yummy home made Scottish shortbread while I read my new magazines that arrived the other day!
This month's issue of American House Beautiful is, well, beautiful!
Have you seen the blog that I have just started with my two sisters? It is called 3 Sisters,365 and we are posting a picture a day. We have just posted our first pictures - Just click here if you would like to check it out.
Thank you Marty, Wanda Lee and Susan for having me today and thanks so much to you for visiting-it is always lovely to catch up with friends!
Best wishes always,
Natasha In Oz
Love your table, Natasha. I like the tiffany lamp and the silver birds..Christine
ReplyDeleteI love your pretty flowers. There aren't any flowers here yet, but Spring is just around the corner (I hope).
ReplyDeletehey natasha,
ReplyDeleteas always, everything is beautifully
appointed in your home.
just love the lovebirds.
blessings,
lea
im so glad u guys r getting rain! i wish it would rain everywhere back home where it is needed! Rainy days r great for baking :D love what u did with ur table top! What a lovely post darl! :)
ReplyDeleteLove your lamp and the birds...pretty arrangement...hope it stops raining soon so you can go outside and play. I would love a bite of the shortbread...I have a good friend from Scotland and every once in a while she makes me a tin full. Have a good day!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful lamp! Thanks for sharing your vignette.
ReplyDeleteOh we can do with some of the rain down here hehe!
ReplyDeleteIt is a perfect day to be spending indoor, your house is looking good! Bet the garden will be too after all the rain.
Hello Natasha, my first visit to your blog and what do I see but Yorkshire teabags and books on the UK!!!The clock is lovely too.
ReplyDeleteI am going to enter your giveaway and also view your new blog. I will be back, Jackie, Surrey UK
Hi there Natasha. Glad to see you making the most of this weather. I must admit this rain makes me feel very much at home:o)
ReplyDeleteYou have GOT to tell me where you got your tea/coffee/sugar cannisters??? I am on the look-out for some and these are too gorgeous.
Angex
"Who needs vacuuming and dusting when you can have this much fun!"
ReplyDeleteShe says of her what appears to be immaculate home! ;)
I love the cloud photo btw.
A perfect day for sure! Your table is darling!
ReplyDelete~Liz
Wow.. that is such an amazing wine table.. its lovely!! Love your tea cup!!
ReplyDeleteYour flowers are so beautiful! And your tea time is so welcoming, so peaceful. I notice that you read the same magazines we read in the U.S...I wonder if the issues are individualized country by country? The shortbread looks delectable. Thanks for having me for tea!
ReplyDeleteBlessings - Beth
HI Natasha...
ReplyDeleteMy friend, it sounds like you found a lovely way to spend a rainy day! Love your pretty wine cabinet and the beautiful vignette! The little silver birds are just darling...I have a "thing" for all sweet little birds! Hehe! The pink tassel is gorgeous! Thank you so much for the cup of tea and visit...what a treat!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
What a wonderful post! That oval table is gorgeous, would look perfect in my home!!~ Have a great day:)
ReplyDeleteI see we are drinking the same tea today. I was awakened with a crash of thunder this morning but it has finally cleared up. I love your wine table and the birds.
ReplyDelete~ Tracy
Such a beautiful table. I love the lamp too, what a wonderful present. The silver birds are gorgeous and the books look fascinating. Now for the clock. I just love it. So pretty. Your teascape is also beautiful. Your counters and the cannister set are lovely. It really is fun to play with our vignettes isn't it. Thanks so much for joining the party today. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteHope sunny days are just around the corner!
ReplyDeleteDebi
I love your wine cabinet...and those sweet little birds are perfect sitting there. I wonder if your tea tastes like my tea? I actually had a scone with mine this morning:)
ReplyDeleteI hope you get all caught up...that is a lot of rain.
Sue
Hi Natasha,
ReplyDeleteHope you aren't floating away in all that rain! And your decorating looks wonderful!
Kate
Very cute idea to use your beautiful cabinet for wine display and storage. Love the vignettes. I've signed up as a follower. Come by and visit with me when you have a chance.
ReplyDeleteEven though it was raining (and we do need the rain) you seem to have had a lovely time arranging, decorating and relaxing and why not? Enjoy....
ReplyDeleteYou certainly use your time wisely. When it rains, redecorate. Finished job is amazing!
ReplyDeleteJoyce M
Okay...I don't even drink wine but I might have to start just to have such a cute table!!! I have never seen one like that! Love it!
ReplyDelete& now I have to run over & see te blog you started with your sisters! I can't wait!
I'm over the rain already, Natasha. Aren't you? Your Tiffany lamp is a beauty - lucky you having such a nice hubby!
ReplyDeleteThanks also for the giveaway link love. Cheers Anita x
What a lovely cabinet!
ReplyDelete: )
Julie M.
ps I love Michael Bublé too!
You decorated that table and area beautifully! I love the pics!
ReplyDeleteMicki
Thats a wonderful table lamp.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad I found your site I have linked up, and I am now following you. Pop on over and see mine. I would love to hear from you.
Love the birdies.
I like the things you have done, very nice what you can get accomplished on a rainy day. Very cool that you have started a blog with your 2 sisters too! Best of luck with that, between the 3 of you, you should be able to accomplish a photo or more every day.
ReplyDeleteGreat results .. may I hope for another day of rain so that you share with us new ideas?
ReplyDeletei love the rain... it's so good for the planet and makes you want to cozy up with you fave blanket!
ReplyDeleteHi Natasha,
ReplyDeleteIsn't decorating so much fun? Love that pair of beautiful doves. Oh and I just popped over to your other blog...CUTE IDEA!!! Loved it. Anyway, keep having fun decorating, reading and baking (yum!) Have a wonderful weekend my friend.
Hugs and Kisses,
♥Ana
Natasha your Tiffany Lamp is to die for! Love the little birds!!
ReplyDeleteoh yummy! you are too fun!!! how do you keep the laptop from getting messy???
ReplyDeleteall my best.