Autumn wish list

Autumn has long been one of my favourite seasons. It's when Tony and I started dating, which makes me smile every time the leaves start to turn. It's good weather for cosying up, cooking comfort food, and it's (finally) time to buy Easter eggs. My dream autumn includes... this lambswool alphabet jumper, which would be a super splurge but sure to cheer up the chilly days ahead.

I've also been admiring these smart frames, which are a lot lighter than the black frames I've been wearing for years.

I have a weakness for pyjama-style clothing, and could imagine myself going out for coffee dates or watching the latest season of Love in these stripey pants.

Last but not least, we're heading into excellent eating weather. I'm excited about getting back into hearty pasta bakes and trying out a new cheap and cheerful Italian restaurant in town.

Pasta bake photo by Bobbi Lin for Food 52.

My Christmas wish list: 2017

At the moment, my notebook is filled with present ideas for friends and family. I love choosing gifts and am crossing a few names off my list each week. After a big year of travel, we'll be spending the holiday in Canberra - sleeping in, riding our bikes, and cooking up some delicious food. Here are six things I have my eye on, starting with some delicious coffee for my new machine.



Perfect for summer - a soft shoe that's part ballet flat, part sneaker. I like this silver pair too, to wear with summer dresses, and chuck in my bag for weekends away. For northern hemisphere friends - check out these fleece-lined booties!

I just found out that my favourite Canberra ice cream shop sells gift vouchers. A summer of free ice cream would be a dream come true!

I'm doing a lot more yoga these days, it makes me feel strong and relaxed. This is something that's practical but very necessary - a yoga top that ties up on one side. Also, these yoga tights are the best.

MUJI has the cutest mini lamps that double as essential oil diffusers - I spied one in Ebony's Nagano flat. I'd use peppermint oil with mine (when I'm not sprinkling it into the shower or bath). Fingers crossed MUJI comes to Canberra one day.

And it's not Christmas without a new cookbook :) Like the magazine and the podcast, Cherry Bombe: The Cookbook celebrates women in food. I hear it's dedicated to the likes of Alice Waters, Ruth Reichl and Martha Stewart - women who continue to lead the way.

2016 Christmas Wish List

Are you ever get tempted to buy yourself a little present while you're out Christmas shopping? The thought occurred to me today :) I've seen so many nice things lately - big and small - here are a few of them just in case you're still shopping for a friend or sister. First up, a cheery face bag ($12) to help reduce our plastic bag use and encourage trips to the library.

I've been curious about beeswax wraps all year. This starter-pack ($35) is practical and cute and could be used for storing cheeses, packed lunches and snacks.

Last summer I accidentally bought sunscreen that made me smell like a swamp. This one ($40) is SPF 50 and smells great, which means I wouldn't hesitate to reapply.

It's ben an incredible year for cookbook releases, I've reserved Grown and Gathered ($45) at the library but would happily give it a permanent place on my bookshelf. Dorie's Cookies too.

Our local pool has recently re-opened for summer and funny light-weight towel ($39.95) would fit easily in my bicycle basket. A pool or yoga pass would make a great gift too.

I have a thing for grey handbags and this crossbody bag ($149.95) fits just the essentials.

And finally I've always admired Milly Dent's creations and think this marbled cup ($44) will be an end of year treat :)

Pretty things

How's your week going? I had a bit of a bumpy start with a few things going wrong at work and not enough sleep. I also think the crazy wind has something to do with it :) So here are a few pretty things to make it all okay, starting with these amazing earrings because I'm starting to feel like wearing glasses and big earrings at the same time is really no big deal.

I messaged my friend Danie about this book the other day and she already had one on order! It came out in the States last week and I've been seeing non-stop great reviews on social media. I'm going to order a copy tonight :)

And finally, we're this close to booking a beach getaway for summer and I've been daydreaming of things to pack. This sunflower pinafore is super cute and 100% cotton too.