my favourite things

  • My favourite things: hearts, cakes, sweets, fruits, flowers, the colour pink, family, friends, holidays, smiles and anything cute

Monday, 28 February 2011

A lovely day out in London...

Yesterday I went to London to meet my friend for lunch. We met up at Baker Street tube station and took the short walk to Marylebone High Street.

At Eat I had my two favourites; a hot tuna and cheddar ciabatta and a coconut and raspberry slice for afters. I have challenged myself with giving up crisps and fruit juice for a whole year, nearly 2 months down and only 10 more to go!

There are some truly fabulous shops and a very relaxed atmosphere indeed. The rain did not stop us from finding a few wonderful buys.

I bought this gorgeous red heart-shaped tin from Emma Bridgewater. Loving the gift bag too.

Big Love to Kelley... x



My Top 5 ways to use it are:

1. To store a yummy homemade heart-shaped cake topped with frosting and sprinkles
2. To store lots and lots of heart-shaped cookies, sweets and other treats
3. To store my growing collection of buttons, beads and ribbons
4. To add to my other growing collection of tins and heart-shaped lovelies
5. To simply admire and make me feel happy

It comes in blue too.

Some other memorable shops are:

Skandium
I have added some of the jewel-like glass dessert bowls to my long wish list.

Divertimenti
I think I really do have a need for more pretty cake stands.

Designers Guild
Full of oh so stylish and colourful goodies, including jewellery. I particularly love all the bright pink items.

We then wandered along Oxford Street and took shelter in Debenhams.

As we came up the escalator to the Home Floor, our attention was captured by the sparkly new Grey Rose range by Jane Packer. We both knew that we would be taking a piece home.

I chose this perfect little candle plate. Just look at all the magical rainbow colours.





What a beautiful souvenir of our lovely day out...x





Sunday, 6 February 2011

Happy Chinese New Year...

It's the Year of the Bunny


May it bring you much prosperity, good health and happiness.


We had a fabulous family meal together, finished off with cake and traditional cookies (made by my little brother). Very yummy x



Sunday, 30 January 2011

New shop of cuteness now open...

Hooray!

My new online shop has been launched in January 2011.

Come and take a peek at more handmade decorations and accessories made by ilovehearts and other UK designers.

Remember you will receive a Free Gift on all orders valued at £10 and over.

Pink Heart Cufflinks by ilovehearts... perfect for your sweet Valentine


Mini Ceramic Heart Magnets by Jo Heckett... to brighten your day


Pink Fused Glass Heart by Marilia Carvalho... beautiful and colourful decorations


Other lovely, cute and heart-inspired gifts also available...

Love Hearts Toast Stampers... make a very special breakfast


Ceramic Strawberry Money Box... to save up for your summer holiday

Hope to see you soon... x



Saturday, 25 December 2010

Merry Christmas to you...

Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas filled with joy and loveliness.

Here is a photo of the most delicious Christmas trees ever.
Huge towers made of marshmallows and sprinkled with edible gold glitter.

See them at Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe in Windsor.



Happy Holidays
xxx

Wednesday, 22 December 2010

Guess who we saw...

When we decided to take a short walk in the soft and fluffy snow to the local garden centre.

Here is a little clue...

In a cosy log cabin hidden amongst all the trees and fabulous decorations...

We found Mr and Mrs Santa Claus!

Only 3 more sleeps 'til Christmas...

You can personalise a set of handmade Mr and Mrs Love Hearts for a special couple with their memorable date on the reverse too.


Sunday, 12 December 2010

Christmas baubles galore...


From the moment I saw this amazingly decorated Christmas tree, I knew I would have to go back the very next day with my camera.

It is covered from top to toe with so many colourful baubles and fairy lights.




Here is a close-up of the fabulous decorations.

Have you seen this special tree too?
You can find it in Maidenhead.

Hope you love it too... x


Tuesday, 26 October 2010

Cute Halloween...

I definitely prefer cuteness rather than a scary Halloween.

This is a custom-made cushion for my friend Amy who loves the Halloween celebrations.

We designed and made this cushion together under the watchful eyes of Baby and Cat.


Our fun craft day inspired me to make these Pumpkin Pals for sale in my Etsy shop.


I also added some cute Bat Buttons to my Folksy shop too.


Happy Halloween! x