What to Wear: City Hall Wedding {Fashion}

What to Wear: City Hall Wedding {Fashion}

Today’s post is for those contemplating making it legal at their local city hall or home affairs branch. While you may be headed downtown, there’s no reason you can’t still shine in a sweet and simple uptown ensemble.

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Edward & Heather {Carnival Wedding}

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Most of my friends are enjoying an extended long weekend. But if you are in the office, like me, not to worry. We’ve got a bright and heart warming real wedding coming up.

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Desktop, iPad & iPhone Calendars {Digital Wallpaper}

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Remember our Digital Wallpaper DIY post in January? We had initially only designed January, February and March and when April came round, we had a number of you enquiring about the next month’s calendar. Today’s Pretty Blog DIY is in response to your requests. So here they are, DESKTOP, iPAD and iPHONE wallpapers for the months of May, June & July.

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Bridal Shower Biscotti {Inspiration}

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I get asked for bridal shower ideas all the time. And I have lots of sympathy for bridesmaids planning a shower. It is really hard to come up with a unique and special party that does not cost a fortune. So I was thrilled when Haniela from Haniela’s Food and Photography sent me this bridal shower biscotti idea.

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Easy Apple Crumble {Recipe}

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There are few dishes as homely as a freshly baked apple pie, served warm with thick cream. It smells buttery, yet fragrant with cinnamon, the fruitiness of fresh apples filling the air. I’ve always struggled to find an easy recipe for a hearty apple crumble, untill I once saw “The Hairy Bikers” on BBC Lifestyle cooking up a really rustic version of this classic pie.

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Decorex Designer Collection pops up in Cape Town

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Decorex is one of the highlights on our Calender. And we can’t wait to pop in this weekend at the CTICC. If you are also planning to attend this inspiring event, make sure you get your hands on the Decorex Designer Collection. Decorex Designer Collection is a homeware range showcasing South African design talent and artisan traditions in modern form.

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Heart & Home Online Shop

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I love beautiful things. I can browse markets and quaint little shops for hours, finding little treasures along the way. But I hate to go shopping for the sake of shopping or because I need to find something. You know, when you have to buy a present for someone and the only option is to head for to the mall.

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