Monday, November 26, 2012

PLANET LUXE now at MOSS GROTTO

NEW in store to MOSS GROTTO

ALL NATURAL,BOTANICAL BLEND OF ORGANIC HERBS,PLANT EXTRACTS & PURE ESSENTIAL OILS. THIS PPRODUCT IS 99+% PLANT-DERIVED.

NO ANIMAL TESTING OR ANIMAL BY-PRODUCTS.TOXIN FREE,READILY 100% BIODEGRADABLE AND GREY WATER SAFE & MADE IN AUSTRALIA



LIQUID LAUNDRY $18 1000ML & FLOOR CLEANER $18 1000ML


HAND WASH $25 500ML


Friday, November 16, 2012

A CREATIVE MIND IS ALWAYS ON DUTY!

BALI MAGIC behind the lense!
The camera never leaves my side when I'm away on holiday! It's those unexpected moments,architecture,plant life people and more that excite me every time!

The 'Potato Head' building  is well worth the look just for the sheer talent behind the structure! 
The architecture really is brilliant!
As for the long queue of wannabees lining up behind a red rope for the tick of approval, I had to pinch myself to see if I was still in Bali.
Thanks but no thanks........give me an authentic warung anyday!
 
 



I think I'm going pink! Look out MG!

This would have to be one of my favourite places - simply for the fit out! Breakfast with the girls here was fabulous!





Offerings,offerings,offerings...................................


The golden hour.....my favourite time of day.The girls next door.....

Our resident cat!

Danielle and I with Dad.A surprise guest to her 40th!


Thursday, November 15, 2012

OFFICE INSPIRATION at MOSS GROTTO

COLOUR INSPIRATION!!
"NEVER LET A CREATIVE MOMENT SLIP BY......"
Who ever said that an office space had to be boring! 
My office gives me inspiration and creativity I need for Moss Grotto to come alive everyday!
A few little snap shots.
Enjoy!
One of my obsessions is for tassels! All styles, all colours......an object that has absolutely no function! That's what makes it special. It's great because it looks good!


Colourful tassels - a great accessory for your Summer clutch or hand bag! $25 each


I love this tiny oil painting that hangs on the wall of my office! So simple yet it works! 
Thanks to Bonnie,Helen and the girls at the Barwon Heads Oppie! A sanctuary where I can relax,have fun and buy some amazing treasures for myself!
It's my therapy and I live and breathe every minute I can get there!



A giant milagro cross hangs on my wall

This gorgeous old beautiful gold mirror has been covered in anything that I love,especially beads in the  palette of blue & green - my two favourite colours.
At home and at work in the office they provide a feeling of calm, so it's on the top of my list for the office! 

Stay blogged on next week for some fun and creative shots in Bali.My sisters birthday was celebrated with a few of her close friends and family!! In Bali......one always leaves feeling creative!

Thursday, November 1, 2012

THE COUNT DOWN BEGINS........

JAM PACKED
 Life feels a little like this picture!  
Up with the sparrows again.....the countdown begins to the start of the crazy season. Approaching my 7th year owning my store, I'd like to say that I have it all together, but as always at this time of year, my nerves get the better of me.With Christmas only around the corner, I start driving my husband mad (which he loves) and I can't sleep.....checking my list and ordering big for Summer!

A few years ago I met a wonderful woman called Sue.Owner of Montreux and Trove Trading Co in Melbourne - two amazing stores! (Look them up....they really are special!) The thing I love about her most is not just her incredible talent and taste but -  she's honest and real!
 No matter how great or successful we are in business,we all have our little moments of self doubt(I know I do)..... doubting our buying skills and hoping the shopper will love every chosen piece as much as I do. 
 In the competitive world of retail I can't say how refeshing Sue's honesty is! Thanks for all the "retail" chats! It's always appreciated!
 
Part of me knows that the rush is a happy challenge for my mind as it brings out the creativity in me and like every other year........it all somehow comes together and it works!
 

This photo sums up my head space and desk perfectly right now!

BALI BREAK!
RELAX & UNWIND! 
Off to Bali for a girls week to celebrate my sister's 40th Birthday! Just what I need to refresh before Summer!
Planned for months, it's suddenly here!