Author Archives: Aixie

About Aixie

Artist Crafter Interiors Addict Crazy Cat Lady

Thank you.

Posted on 09/05/2020 by Aixie

It is with some sadness that I am leaving this blog where it is. For five years it was a lovely way to chronicle my creations and my decorating, but my own pressure on myself to post combined with the … Continue reading →

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Hiatus

Posted on 29/06/2019 by Aixie

It’s that time of year again. It’s winter here, dark, cold, rainy and I want to hibernate here … So I’m putting my blog on hold for a bit. Don’t worry! I promise to be back in the Spring, I … Continue reading →

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Clipboard Display

Posted on 22/06/2019 by Aixie

Following on from last week’s William Morris craft, I wanted to use more of the gorgeous papers. Then I found this cute little clipboard for just $1.50 in a discount shop: It was a no-brainer. This paper is so beautiful, … Continue reading →

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William Morris Tray

Posted on 09/06/2019 by Aixie

A long while ago I bought a very scratched but pretty lacquer tray at the op shop for $2. I couldn’t repair it, so I spray painted it pink. It’s looking a little daggy so I figured it was time … Continue reading →

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June Bed Post

Posted on 01/06/2019 by Aixie

This month’s Bed Post is all about pink, red and blue. It’s my current colour combination of choice ❤️💗💙 It also features another recently created patchwork bedspread.

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Blue Spatter Planter

Posted on 26/05/2019 by Aixie

This project is one of those things that I still cannot decide if it’s a success or a failure. It certainly has not turned out in any way related to my vision, but I actually quite like it! It all … Continue reading →

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New Lampshade Makeover

Posted on 18/05/2019 by Aixie

This one was inspired by a sunset and my new studio makeover. In the same style as a previous lampshade creation: However, this lampshade (thrifted, of course): Was much more textured and fluffy than the previous one I painted, so … Continue reading →

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Bed Post and Patchwork

Posted on 11/05/2019 by Aixie

I apologise for not having done a bed post for a while. Also for not being as regular with posting (any posts) as I usually am, I have been busy. Not an excuse I know, but it is a reason! … Continue reading →

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Felt Moons

Posted on 28/04/2019 by Aixie

I have always been fascinated with the moon. As a child, I felt the magic of the full moon and as an adult I have observed its influence on my moods. I have been seeing some cute moon phase artworks … Continue reading →

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New Studio

Posted on 24/04/2019 by Aixie

For some reason I have never been happy with the yellow wall colour in my studio. You may remember a couple of years ago I painted a mural of hellebores on one wall, which I think was an effort to … Continue reading →

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