Introducing Roco Magazine

I am thrilled to share with you a fantastic interior design magazine that I have just discovered. Introducing... dum dum de daah... Roco! Based in the UK, Roco can proudly take the title of Ireland's first exclusively online interiors and lifestyle magazine. Founded by designer and style lover Rachael Colton, Roco showcases gorgeous design and stylish living in both Ireland and abroad.


This magazine is positively swelling with gorgeous inspiration, including Rachael's choice of design products and fashion...



Brilliant articles and photography like this one on "Interior Meets Fashion"...


Interviews with talented artists and designers...


But my favourite part, and the main focus of the magazine is the abundance of beautiful homes for us to visit. At the end of each home you'll find a 'Design it Yourself' section, with helpful tips for creating a similar look in your own home. I love this, it provides readers with ideas and project that are completely achievable.


 


So kick off your shoes, get comfy, and enjoy some fantastic reading. You know you deserve it! Don't forget to visit Roco on Facebook and Pinterest too.

Anna Spiro's Holiday Home

As the sun beats down, and the Mr & kids continue to holiday, I'm trying to balance family time and my interior work. This gorgeous holiday home seemed like the perfect post today, as it combines a holiday vibe with the divine interior styling of one of my idols, Anna Spiro. Anna's family holiday home is on Queensland's idyllic Stradbroke Island.
What a view!

Anna's famous for her ability to mix patterns, and her love of blue & white.
Throughout this home she uses blue and white for a relaxed beachy feel with accents of red.

I have this exact piece of furniture in our bedroom, and it always makes me smile.

A beautifully rustic hand painted bench makes a nice reading spot.

Simple but beautiful styling with shells from the beach and a sprig from the garden.

Beautiful furniture and Anna's beloved ginger jars make a great display.

The pattern mix works here because the colour palette has been kept simple.

Love this vignette - the lamp adds height and texture, but because it's all white
it doesn't detract from the painting, which is the hero.

pics via here

Clair Wayman and Curio & Curio

I love discovering creative and inspirational people, especially when some of that creativity produces amazing homewares. Clair Wayman is a perfect example. After working for 15 years in the magazine industry as an interior stylist, she decided it was time to try something new, so she and her partner Nick set up a little print making studio. They now run a boutique in Melbourne called Curio & Curio selling their own hand printed homewares and clothing, as well as other gorgeous pieces.






Clair's first love is styling, which she still finds time to do. She also offers a decorating service from the shop, visiting people's homes and giving them ideas on re-designing their space. These are just a few examples of her work, you can see more on her website and Facebook page.