{ At last! A tree that works }

I am truly excited about this jewellery tree.

I have been on this perpetual quest to discover various creative storage spaces to hold my costume jewelleries. I have yet to uncover anything that is practical, aesthetically pleasing and does not take up too much space.

Until I came across this duo of talented industrial designers from Sydney.

I heart this! The steel material means it is sturdy. The perforated holes will gladly hold all of your ear-rings (both studs and hanging ones) and you can hang your bracelets or necklaces over the branches. Love!

Available in Black or White for $89. Made in Australia.

Accessories are available for sale at the shop.

{ Spotted: Bowerbird }

Bowerbird's ceramics were featured a couple of times in Jan09's issue of Home Decor.

To find out more about Bowerbird's range that are designed by a New Zealander, please click on her website Bowerbird or visit our shop to view the collection.

Ginseng Pot featured as a vase on the table

Ginseng pot ($225) & Peacock Jar ($195)

Ginseng Pot ($225) and Orange Small Platter ($195)

{ Love is... }

As cliche as Valentine's Day is, no one is going to complain when they receive a little token of love right? I know I wouldn't.

Limited edition artwork

Eco-friendly card $7

Bursting With Love $7

{ Ushering in the Ox }

Before we head off for the long weekend, I just want to highlight this lovely homegrown label that produces organic clothing for babies and adults.

Dean & Issy, the passionate founders of Belle & Dean moved from London to Singapore so they can introduce the organic clothes concept to a new place.

I'm glad they chose to produce their clothes in Singapore as the label is not only affordable, they provide free delivery to all parts of the island. Do take a look at their website to view the whole collection.

If you prefer to view and touch the real thing, we stock the baby range. One of my favourite items is this little number.

A cute little cardigan ($45) to keep your baby warm yet comfortable.

I knew I had to get something for my good friend's baby. Her little bub will look so cute in this bodysuit.

Sleeveless Hedgehog Bodysuit $22.50

For our international readers, Belle & Dean ships internationally.

Before I forget, please take note of our operating hours during CNY:-

24th January - 11am to 9pm

25th January - 11am to 5pm

26th January - CLOSED

27th January - CLOSED

29th January - 12pm to 9pm

I'm heading off to sunny Perth and I will return in February with postings of new goodies at the shop.

Happy holidays everyone!

{ Something For Your Furry Friends }

Calling out to all pooch and feline lovers! There is no better time to pamper your furry pal.

The lovely Daniela of Glamourpuss is giving reduced prices for her Ree-Yong collection for the month of January.

Most of the stocks are available at The Nest. Alternatively you may view the products via her website.

I have attached some pictures from her web for your viewing pleasure.

First up, pet carriers.

This pet carrier is the solution to carrying your little friend around whilst running your errands in style. What more, the medium size carrier doubles up as a magazine holder. It is available in brown and white.

Pet carrier (small) - $129, reduced from $155

Pet carrier (medium) $139, reduced from $165

Please note that stocks are limited at this price!

There is a 10% discount for the remaining pet pieces for the month of January. If you were to to purchase 2 items from the Ree-Yong collection, you are entitled to another 5% discount. How great is that?

Check out the uber luxe cat condo.

Cat Condo (3 piece) - $299, now $269.10

Dog lounger (small) - $242.10 (after 10% discount), Dog dinner set (small) $139.50 (after discount). Don't forget to take off an additional 5% if you purchase 2 of these items.

A dog or cat's life isn't so bad eh?

{ Luxe, Fluffy Pillows }

Thomas Paul is a designer based in New York. After a string of design stints at labels such as DKNY, Bill Blass and Calvin Klein, he went on to start his eponymous luxe pillow collection in 2001.

Every collection of pillows are snapped up quickly as the exclusive designs are limited in quantities. Each pillow is hand silk-screened and hand sewn. It is no surprise he has found success and has expanded into a wider range of accessories such as lamps, rugs, totes & etc.

He has been featured in various magazines in the US such as Vogue, Oprah, Elle Decor, Lucky and In Style.

Thomas Paul's pillows are now available in Singapore for the first time. There are 3 choices of fabrics to pick from:-

• Linen
• Cotton
• 100% luxe silk twill

You have the option of purchasing the luxurious fluffy feather inserts from us at an additional cost $50 for the 22" size.

The Linen series.

Seed 22" (Linen) available in Java and Corn colours.

The reversible side of Seed.

Kabuki 22" (Linen) available in Dove and Corn colours.

The 100% cotton range.

Zinia 18" in Grey

Nest 18" in Grey

Chrysanthemums 18" in Grey

The 100% luxe silk series.

Goldfinch 18" in Blue

Swallows 22" in Blue

Matryoska 22"

Matryoska 12" x 20"

{ Final Entry... }

For 2008 that is.

Time to whip out your new organisers, diaries, New Year resolution lists + calendars.

What a great way to welcome 2009 by using one of these very cute, eco-friendly desktop calendars?

They are made out of sustainably harvested birch, imported all the way from "Sweet Home Alabama", US and they are $39.

This will look so pretty on my desk.

The cute designs will make me flippy happy when end of month arrives.

Happy New Year everybody! Be merry & drive safe.