thank you life instyle!

Thanks so much to Life Instyle and all of you lovely people who came past our stand! We had such a fab 4 days and met some amazingly, creative and talented people! Truly a show to remember x

first in style prep

Not long now till the Life Instyle trade show, super excited! Busy busy packing and organising the stand, 3 days and counting…

läckra…that's swedish for yummy don't you know

Love it when a new cafe pops up in your neighbourhood! Beautifully styled and simple yummy food, this has to be a new fave!

sloth so good

Ever since stumbling across a documentary about baby sloths on a plane (...as you do) I've had a complete fascination with them! In my mind they are one of the most endearing and comical creatures to have ever walked this earth (albeit slowly)! So when we went for a Lula & Bella lunch today at the divine Belgrave Cartel, I could have squealed with joy at the display of sloth illustrations that surrounded us! Such a colourful, delicate display of such charming characters! All of which have been created by the amazingly talented local artist Laura Ives. Here are a few more pieces of Laura's work, love love love it! Definitely worth a visit if you are in the Manly area...and while you are there try Cartel's gnocchi ragu too...seriously yum!

luca & eve

We recently came across fellow stall holders luca & eve at Balmain Markets...we love love love their trinkets and pretty things! My favs being their resin horns (which are so realistic!!). Check out their online store!

christmas aussie style...

...replacing snowflakes with ice lollies!

summer we salute you

Quite possibly one of my favourite ways to spend a sunny afternoon...sat on the beach doodling...oh Manly how I love thee x

bizarre bazaar

I was off to met the girls for a cheeky Thursday night vino when I stumbled across bizarre bazaar!! Nestled in the cozy Angel Place laneway just off George, this twilight fashion market oozes atmosphere. It's hosted by the creative nuts at A Series of Fortunate Events on the last Thursday of every second month....you with me?! Absolutely love the suspended bird cages (of which there were hundreds) and the models striking their pose at every corner! A few of my favs were Generalao, Doury, Lonely Kids Club and Veblen's Vice. Well worth a visit!

fiona verity

Say hello to our new friend and talented artist Fiona Verity,  you can see more of her work at fionaverity.blogspot.com.au. Working in intaglio print and watercolour we love her fresh, vibrant take on a very traditional printing method.

easels on the esplanade & manly artist market

A bit of rain and wind but all was not lost - we thawed ourselves out in the sun and enjoyed prime waterfront views,  thank you to Manly council for organising such a fab event! So great to have an opportunity to showcase local talent, such creativity on our doorstep. Some of our favourites on the day were live illustrations from Nicky Crowley (check out her blog Forestonia) and George Hambov (check out his site here) also have a look at the beautiful print work of Manly artist/illustrator and teacher Fiona Verity.

planet o' wonder

Welcome to the wonderful world of Planet! If you've never been it's so worth a visit. Located on Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills they focus on natural fibres, handcrafting, sustainability and above all they ooze style....and yes you guessed it they are now stocking Lula & Bella cards! Fabulous!...Prepare to max that credit card, you won't walk out empty handed! Enjoy!

painters' gallery

We are chuffed that the home of talented artist Ceasius Kakius, Painters' Gallery in Mona Vale, now sell our cards too! Their exhibitions showcase Australian and Latin American artists and they even host an artisan market every second Saturday!

vivid

If you haven't had the chance to check out vivid in Sydney yet do it! A fab nighttime wander awaits!...Is it just me or does it make you feel all warm and Christmassy inside?!

grannies keep your mitts off

We came across this wonderous nugget of cleverness over the weekend...hello cross stitch necklace kit!...well done Delilah Devine stunning idea!

antiques antiques antiques

Cream teas, countryside and collectables! We love a wee Sunday drive to the Southern Highlands...oh how middle-aged I hear you cry! This is one of our favourite stops, Peppergreen Antiques, a moochers delight!

ye olde england

Yesterday on a gentle jaunt around the beautiful Lavenham, I came across so many fabulous wreaths, not a fake morsel in sight! Lula x

the twinkly lights of blighty

After 6 years of hot Christmases I'm happy to say I've finally returned to the motherland in search of a mulled wine, mistletoe and mittens! And nothing excites me more at this time of year than donning my winter warmers and venturing out into the bright lights of London. Regent Street, Trafalgar Square, Bond Street and Leicester Square to name but a few all hold twinkly treasures and wonderous windows. In the shadows of the London Eye I came across Southbank's Christmas Market. Another festive delight crammed with wooden chalets selling handmade crafts and yummy food. Oh to be British. London + Christmas = a happy place for me, Merry Christmas everyone! Lula x

the rose street markets

I just love my girlie weekends in Melbourne, great food, great company, great bars and of course that overwhelming art scene, what can I say, Sydney eat your heart out. I lose days just wandering shop to shop in awe of the creativity that surrounds the Fitzroy laneways. One of my favourite hidden treasures is The Rose Street Artist’s Market. A former junkyard, this quirky space now houses now up to 70 artists and designers with products ranging from jewellery to jugs. One of my favourite finds this time was a Greg Mann number, a ‘spoon’ pendant which I bought as a present for a close friend’s birthday. Next time you are in the area check it out, Saturday and Sunday between 11am and 5pm. Lula x     www.rosestmarket.com.au

the boathouse

In need of a good old fashioned brainstorm, we packed our pens and paper and headed to one of our favourite spots, The Boathouse, at Palm Beach. What better place to gather our thoughts than here, surrounded by flowers, the lapping ocean and of course yummy treats.

davidmetnicole

Surry Hills was once home to Sydney's rag trade, a walk around here will see you pass a few brothels but more importantly some truly inspired furniture and object makers studio's and shops. One such treasure trove of retro and vintage finds is Davidmetnicole.

  

You'll find them at 382 Cleveland St, on the edge of Surry Hills. Walking into Davidmetnicole we felt like little kids in a candy store, our arms overflowing with treats, greedy for more. Fortunately after the heady high of vintage industrial lighting and rejuvenated furniture we could stumble into Twig Cafe, the cute little coffee shop and nursery across the road, for our much needed cup of tea.