How do you measure up?

I first spotted this Who Tall are You? chart on a friends wall and discovered that I'm shorter than Madonna and taller Than Edith Piaf was. It's quite fascinating to see how you literally measure up to better known figures in the world, not to mention a great record of your guests.

If you haven't already, the make sure you get to know Bakerella. They really are whipping up some amazing things over there.

I did try my own version of the cake pops a few weeks ago for a kids party and they were a hit.

But I think I will leave the rest to the experts. What an inspiration!

ooh la la ... a rather fancy bar and public house

Madam Brussels rooftop bar is just the place to sink a bowl of punch with friends, peek through the indoor plants to spy what the next group of crazy kids are up to, or just relax on the patio furniture whilst sipping a delicious mixed drink.... sounds nice? see for yourself

toys forever...

I am all for Toys that children can love for their entire childhood and still appreciate the great design and worth when they have children of their own.

Here are a few picks that fit into that category that I have or are on my wish list....

Lundby Dolls houses

Gorgeous homes featuring all the mod cons ( working lights and lamps), if you can't afford the main Stockholm, then maybe you could purchase the smaller more modest Gotland weekender. You will need your first home buyers grant to help furnish them.

We love our Sophie le Girraffe. She was there for the teething, she is great company and every once in a while she lets out a squeak and it reminds us how cute she is.

Mostly now she just sits on the shelf looking adorable. We recently watched 3 Men and a Baby... and we were so glad to see that she played such a wonderful supporting role. (Tom selleck's Character Bought Baby Mary a Sophie)

French company Vulli made sophie a long time ago, and she truly is a timeless treasure. Squeak!

Boy or girl should have one of those good ol' fashioned Garages. Can't find a good pic, but you know the ones...little plywood shell servo - bery basic. Ours was only $10.00 from the local Toy Kingdom... if you don't have a handy Grandpa to whip you one up... you may be lucky enough to find one at the opshop or garage sale.

and...

Farm animals and dinosaurs. Very kind on the purse, and always fun.

Interiors

MMmm...no place like home

Simon Carver styling and Interior design for your drooling pleasure

Marimekko

Marimekko (finnish Textile company) have my favourite prints of all time. They were established in 1951 and their wellknown Unikko pattern oozes mid - century chic.
My house is plain and I don't wear bright clothes, however this stuff could be my flipside.
Also see "I just love that Fabric" for fun prints and must have party bunting.