Mother's Day

To all the mums out there, this Sunday is much anticipated and much deserved. Being a mum is the most rewarding, but also the most difficult job in the Universe! As they grow my three girls (currently 11 years and 9 years - twins) are getting a much better appreciation for me and all the things I do for them, so I'm really looking forward to this year's Mother's Day. 

All I ask for is no fighting from the kids, and no cooking from me (the kitchen is not my favourite place!). But if you think your Mum deserves a little something extra this year I have put together a selection of some of my faves from the Cush & Nooks shop. If there's anything on there you like, why not leave this page open on your home laptop (hint, hint).

blue blue ikat cushion cover | my blue suede cushion cover | you wonderful thing card
gold key tassel | teal key tassel | love you card | shibori baskets | just one thing print
royal blue key tassel | boho tassel necklace | lotus hanging pod chair | thank you muchly card

Lucas Allen Photography

I came across the work of photographer Lucas Allen recently, and was quickly swept up in the beauty of his work. His work is varied and includes portraiture, travel, still life, but it's no surprise that his interior photography is of the most interest to me. Having worked on interior photo shoots for magazines, I know it's not easy to capture the essence of a room in a single still photo, but Lucas certainly has no trouble doing just that.

Originally from Melbourne, Lucas now shares his time between Australia and his base in New York. Go and check out more of his work on his website.

A Colourful & Textural Abode

Hold on to your hat, I'm about to 'wow' you with another gorgeous and unique home. Located in Los Angeles, it's owned by Laura Purdy, Juan Devis and their children. This is definitely a backyard where you need to kick off your shoes and enjoy all the yummy textures underfoot. I love the rustic tree trunk pavers.

Undoubtedly my favourite part of this home is the effect from the raked-stucco walls in pink and yellow. Not only a beautiful injection of colour, but amazing texture as well. Cork flooring throughout creates continuity and gives the home a soft bounce underfoot - perfect for scampering children.

The cork continues down the stairs to the kid's level, and a rope railing adds another fun element.

More cork running up the wall makes a great pin board to display the family's art - what a perfect home for this creative family.