A good funny movie is the best way to lift yourself out of a blue funk and get in the best mood possible for making beautiful designs. I got out “Mrs Henderson Presents” the other night when I was feeling a little sorry for myself and found this supposedly dramatic...
Since starting at The Rocks markets I’ve had far more international customers and it’s been quite fascinating getting to see from their experiences. One of the most enjoyable and interesting perspectives is how we, as Australians, are seen. We give a really good...
Working at home I often (usually) have the radio on but it’s been really annoying me lately so I’ve taken to having music on and the difference is huge. I’m making the choices of playing more happy music rather than dramatic or sad and the difference is great – I am...
I was talking with a self-employed friend on the weekend about what’s happening in the business and found that I could so easily be rattling on about a dozen different things and the background chatter in my mind was about all the things I need to do – all...
With the challenging economic times affecting all countries it may seem like a really bad time to be considering a sea (or tree) change. When it might really be the best time to be preparing for a life style change. If getting out of the rat race is something you want...
I’ve been re-learning old lessons lately about looking after and building a creative business and the good life has been one of them – getting good sleep, eating well, exercising, laughter, time with friends and family and financial freedom. Sometimes it seems to be...
We have our Christmas and New Year jewelry competition finishing soon so come and check it out – go in it before it finishes! We’re giving away 10 Pairs of Freshwater Pearl Earrings so start the year off with a great start by winning a beautiful pair of...
When I get stuck into working my desk gets really busy with piles of papers and things. Every time I clear it up and create space around my working space I feel so much better and a lot more motivated. I know that this is nothing new and makes lots of sense but it...
I’ve always liked having essential oils in a burner but I’ve discovered blends of organic essential oils for specific effects, moods etc. I now have 2 blends for when I’m working and another 2 for relaxing. I like the romantic ones too. I use to have to keep track of...
I found myself getting worried about the coming year, mainly because of the bad economic news more than anything else. I found I wasn’t feeling rested a relaxed as I should be with my normal Christmas and New Year break. So I got thinking – what do I want...
