KIP & CO.........Coming to MOSS GROTTO

KIP & CO

Jump into bed with the NEW designers KIP & CO

Apart from the eye catching colours KIP & CO design, the girls behind this fun & fabulous new line of bedding caught my eye because they sparkled as much as their range when I met them at Life Instyle recently.

 Lipstick and clothing to match, I couldn't walk by without stopping!

KIP & CO are new designers that have launched a bright,beautiful,delicious range of bedding & accessories.

Their designs have been inspired by all things unique,wild & brave!

Their motto is:"Out with the white and in with a splash of colour".

Illuminate your sanctuary!

Luxurious velvet!

DUE in store SEPTEMBER!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOSS!!!!!!!

AUGUST: 2006 - 2012

HAPPY 6th BIRTHDAY MOSS!

6 Years ago MOSS opened its doors in Barwon Heads as Moss Industry florist & gifts in partnership with my sister Danielle.

After 5 years of trading as a florist we wanted a life change and so 

Moss Industry branched out as a freelance weddings & events business & MOSS GROTTO was launched as a new homewares store and more.............

The years have flown and I continue to enjoy every minute of the ride!

Thank you to everyone that continues to support MOSS GROTTO!

Alex O'Halloran

AUGUST Design Files with MOSS GROTTO BUNNIES

THIS MONTH on the DESIGN FILES

Thanks Lauren for shopping at MOSS GROTTO and mentioning our store on the August Design Files.

A fantastic shoot at their home in Melbourne.

Our cute "Hear, See & Speak No Evil" Bunny Sets

http://thedesignfiles.net/2012/08/melbourne-home-lauren-and-david-seeman/

AT HOME WITH GT!

GT at HOME........

A few weeks ago I was asked by the Geelong Advertiser to do a shoot at our home for GT titled "MY FAVOURITE THINGS".

Photography by Nikole Ramsay

These are 3 of my favourite art pieces that all tell a little story.I painted the Sunhat girl after taking a long break from painting.I met my husband-to-be, John, and I was in a good place and out came the brushes.Every time I look at her it reminds me of Summer.

The Queen Elizabeth portrait is a new purchase.I fell for the sheer old glamour it held - its muted palette,authenticity, old age and most of all, the hint of glitter on her clothes.

I purchased the Burmese girl at the Butter Factory on a trip to Noosa visiting my Dad.Its been with me for a long time.I love this because it makes me feel relaxed.

This spot in our stairwell is where I hang a collection of pieces that I've purchased as a buyer for Moss Grotto or from my travels. I love to collect beautiful pieces that have absolutely no function at all other than they're visually fabulous!

You can't create a painting without these little beauties! A trip to the art store for me is like a lolly shop to a child.A big tease with so many to choose from that you just want to buy the lot. 

My weakness is handbags, in all shapes and sizes.Life would be boring without them - whether the purchase is to simply admire it or a bag that's worn out from using it to death. The cream flap bag with wooden buttons was made by hand by my Grandmother, Avis.

I had wanted this Helmut Newton book forever. My husband John, bought if for me at Christmas.I was so excited! It's the holy grail of photography.A lover of drawing the female form, I'm always sketching nudes.Its a great way to loosen up.

A big thanks to Nikole Ramsay.An amazing photographer and she made my shoot so much fun!

GEELONG ADVERTISER - GT EDITORIAL - July 2012

Enjoy!

A morning with photographer NIKOLE RAMSAY

LOOKING THROUGH THE LENS with  PHOTOGRAPHER NIKOLE RAMSAY

This first shot would have to be one of my favourites! I have a soft spot for this little pink corner. 

 Lucky to catch Photographer Nikole Ramsay for a morning in her busy day recently these new shots really make the store shine!

 Thanks Nikole!

Although Nikole is an incredibly talented photographer, the first thing you love about her is her easy going personality and smile that makes every part of a photo shoot relaxed and fun!! Nikole has really captured the magic that I love to create in my store for my shoppers.

Click on images for  slide show gallery

Nikole Ramsay Photographer

TRADITIONAL COLOURS OF BALI.........

MARKET MAGIC!

Like a magnet, I'm always drawn instantly to any traditional market on a holiday away.On my travels around the world it was the first place I'd head to, to see,smell and experience the real people and colours!

Not a tourist to be found,no matter where you looked and wandered - the natural colours were just amazing! Raw and authentic - priceless!

This wonderful market was opposite our villa down a quiet road.It sold everything from baskets of fresh petals for offerings to fresh daily produce.

If you're attracted to colour like me........the best place to find it is a local market.It's a visual feast!

Wouldn't you love to be that flexible!

 Blog on tomorrow for some Warung delight!!

Enjoy.

RHINESTONE COWGIRL - FASHION NEWSFLASH!

Last minute NEWSFLASH!!!!

  This Spring & Summer see's a resurgence of a Western version of VEGAS GLAMOUR! Think Rhinestone cowgirl.

Yes....... the great West is back, so pull out those bedazzled cowboy boots, gold encrusted bulls heads on leather, cuffs to match and more....... 

Keep an eye out at MOSS GROTTO for new arrivals early August!

Yeeha!