Art

The Crazy Store

by Fiona Rossiter on February 4, 2013

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The school term is well under way and all our kids are keen to show off their creative flare and we as parents need to provide them with the correct tools to express this creativity. Whether you are a parent with children at school, are home schooling or simply have a young budding artist at home, you can never have enough stationary or art and craft supplies!

My girls both love art and being creative, they are always looking for pretty notebooks, colourful pens and craft scissors to name just a few items. I am sure you also find yourself constantly shopping for stationary and art supplies, so I thought I would share a great range of affordable stationary and craft items with you, from The Crazy Store.(TCS)

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“There is such a wide range of fun, affordable stationery available nowadays that there’s no reason for a child not to have stationery that reflects their interests, whether they love animals or dolls,” says Sian Glass of The Crazy Store.(TCS)

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You will find all sorts of goodies at TCS from Bookmarks, Notebooks, Pencils, Sharpeners, Erasers, Stencils, Pens, Khokis, Pairs of Scissors, Pencil Cases. You will also find super fun items such as Smencils, which are pencils that smell like Bubble Gum or Grape!

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So if you are looking to stock up on school supplies or searching for that perfect gift for someone creative then you should definitely pop into The Crazy Store near you and get shopping! Click here to find a store near you.

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Typo Cavendish Square

by Fiona Rossiter on September 11, 2012

While in Cavendish Square on Saturday, buying a new printer, my girls and I happened upon Typo, a new rather exciting addition to the centre, enough to make “Mr” breakout into a cold sweat! Typo is an amazing treasure trove of awesome goodies, I could spend hours there but we did not have too much time on Saturday but we still manged to come away with the gorgeous decor goodies above! My girls are redecorating their bedrooms and fell in love with the beautiful canvasses they had on display, they each picked one but I think we will be back for more. We also found great scatter cushions for their rooms and the best thing of all was the price and the sales assistant even threw in a funky water bottle for free! {That’s mine! :) }

Typo has gorgeous stationary all colour coordinated, beautiful lap top covers and myriad of other knick-knacky bits. As I said we did not have much time, so a second visit is definitely in order! The store is on the 1st floor in Cavendish, next door to Timberland and they also have a store in Canal Walk, so if you have not been yet do yourself a favour and get there!

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Do your dreams change?

by Fiona Rossiter on April 3, 2012

 

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This is a question I have been pondering the past few days. I think this thought process was instigated after my daughter hauled out a few of my art pieces from high school the other day and then insisted on taking them to school to show her art teacher! After I got over the feelings of complete and utter insecurity, I felt an overwhelming sense of pride. These were after all my creations and my daughter saw fit that they were good enough to share with her teacher. I am completely aware of the fact that I am “no Picasso” but I felt proud none the less!

 

 

It did, however, make me reflect back to my, somewhat naïve, yet hopeful outlook at the tender age of 15 or 16 years, when the world was my oyster. My aspirations of becoming a world-renowned fashion designer, with my own thriving chain of boutiques! At that point in my life doing anything that was creative, was my ultimate goal in life. This really got me thinking – well are my dreams still the same or have they changed and morphed into something completely different? Or are they buried beneath all the stuff life throws at you? I think that maybe I have changed, as my circumstances have changed but I think my dreams are still alive and well! If anything I think we add to these dreams as we grow and mature.

 

 

So what now? When does living your dream become impossible, well never, as far as I am concerned – if you want something badly enough you will make it happen? Luckily for me I have daughters that both enjoy fashion and have a creative flare, a husband who is extremely supportive – which I feel makes living my dream even more plausible. It may not be the exact same dream that I had all those years ago but I believe it will be better than ever because I now have special people in my life to share it with!

 

 

Images: Photography & Drawings By ©FAR Photography

 

 

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Real Women – Real Life…

by Fiona Rossiter on February 16, 2012

 

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Today we get to take a peek inside the life of Ellie Coburn; Ellie is the creator of the blog The Ellie Life.

 

Tell Us About Yourself:

I am Ellie Coburn and I come from Coronado, California. I am passionate about the word love. A bit ridiculous I know but it is my honest belief that there is much to go around. I am passionate about family and friends and creating. Mostly though I am passionate about getting inspired.

I have a dream that every young women thinks highly of herself. I believe that all young women are beautiful, talented, and bold. It is my honest prayer that they will thrive on believing in themselves. I dream of a place where all young women have a voice – and use it!

I am strong when it comes to giving and sharing advice. I do not like goodbyes. Not till tomorrow or till next year. Mostly I’d rather you not leave at all.

 

What Motivates & Inspires You?

My mentors, family members, and an incredible support group motivate me to do what I love to do. I love Blogging to young women, about young women and for young women. I am often told that I attract more than just young souls and when asked how, I often answer that “my words reflect the words of the people I surround myself with” many of them older than my fifteen years.

Casey Wiegand who blogs over at The Wiegand Family Blog has been a constant in my life since I began this incredible journey. Answering all my questions and concerns and most of all she has made the commitment to stand by me.  It is absolutely wonderful to have her heart right there when I need anything.

 

What Is Most Important To You?

My baby sister. She my absolute number one fan in all that I do. She wants to be just like me and it is the most wonderful feeling in the world. Often times when she is sound asleep in bed I’ll sit up and stare at her, thinking about all the beautiful places she will go. This makes me feel absolutely blessed!

 

What Keeps You Busy?

I have been blogging since September of 2011, I also attend one of the most competitive art high school’s in California. It is sheer joy. But I am a busy bee.

 

What Do You Do For Fun?

I am a West Coast girl and  spend about half my life with the pacific ocean’s sand between my toes. After school and weekends are spent on the beach or enjoying the sweet outdoors of my incredible community. I am spoiled when it comes to my hometown!

I love art. All things art! Especially graphic design and anything that can bring a whole room together. I believe that art could be a person’s greatest endeavour.

 

 

What Are Your Success or Failures?

I am successful when it comes to my blog. Not as successful when it comes to my long time dream of being a photographer. I am successful when it comes to sticking to my goal to spread love. Somewhere I feel that I fail is understanding and seeing eye to eye with those who do not live a life of love. This has been an incredible struggle for me.

 

Has there been something that has determined your life’s path?

I’m fifteen. My story is only just beginning. But I have been challenged by the grace of God. Meeting his every expectation. Mirroring his love. Has been hard. There are decisions that must be made and choices that must be attained that must reflect your love for God. As a sophomore in high school it has been a struggle. But His beautiful heart is near.

Two years ago my father passed away of a heart attack. He was a stay at home daddy to me and the baby sis. One day he was here, the next he was with God. My life has changed forever. This event created my soft heart. It has taught me to let love in order to let His love for me shine through from somewhere very far away.

 

What exciting adventures do you have planned for the future?

I have founded * Speak Now, a soon to be non-profit organization. Our The Mission:“Speak Now gives a voice to young women who have been silenced in the fear of being outspoken”. The Ellie Life has branched its wings to send love to these lovely young women we speak of above. Spreading it’s wings, The Ellie Life speaks to them on love, life, coping, heartache, drama, & dreams. Mostly though, to give them a voice. 

 

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If you could do something different with your life what would it be?

I would accept more and judge less!
 

I am blessed with the life that I live. Truly blessed and grateful that for much of my life I will not have to worry about change. I am content here in this sweet place.

 

Thanks Ellie for sharing your life with us, we wish you every success in all you future endeavours!

 

*If you would like to find out more & support this wonderful cause, visit them on Facebook – give a little, to gain a lot!

 

Also in this interview series, read – Cape Town’s Premier Birth Photographer.

Image Source: Ellie Coburn & Pinterest

 

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30 Day Photo Challenge

by Fiona Rossiter on February 15, 2012

 

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Day 15 of my 30 Day Challenge! The halfway mark, although February only has 29 days so we will have to see what happens!

 

 [quote style="1"]Objet d’art – something small and decorative that has artistic value.[/quote]

 

Photography: FAR Photography ~ Super Mom Blog

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