thorny situations

Have you ever been in a thorny situation? No matter how you try to get yourself out of it, you’re just sure that thorn’s coming up. I’m making it sound too poetic, aren’t I? Well I got myself into a huge thorny situation earlier today when an idea sparked in a cloud above my head as I passed by my grandma’s gardener throwing out the excess branches from old trees. I’ve been wanting to find something interesting for that corner in my room, something with a little bit of height to it. That’s when i decided to experiment and asked him to leave out a few branches on the side for me.


well obviously our branches don’t blossom around this side of the world,sadly. But you get the idea.

So I got started. I picked out the right size and color of branches, shed off the leaves and cut out the excess side branches. If you ever try this, make sure you wear gloves as it is a very thorny situation.

I brought out a few vases to fit them in. I found the one with the wider opening carried more and gave them a more natural drop. We then washed them out to bring out the beautiful natural reddish wood color. I left them out for a while to dry.

meanwhile, I went out to Sia and grabbed a few artificial flowers. How I wish our climate allowed us to grow lovely hydrangeas and colorful roses in our gardens to decorate vases with on a daily basis. But for now, faux flowers will do the job.

I picked an odd count of three roses and just a little shrub to finish it off. I think I might need another shrub for the other end to give it a complete look.
lit up my diptyque candle and enjoyed the view.
Recommended if you’ve got some extra time on your hands and a corner to fill.

images via the much missed dominomag, ahamodernliving.

joy is {2}

Throwing a casual carb filled bon voyage party for the dearest people to you with an unusually pretty Fiona Cairns teapot cake.

The lovely Cath Kidston table cover creates the cheerful mood you should emphasize in goodbyes.






Will miss my dearest asmah

non-edible details

i know i'd like to have a dish of those around my bathtub. With pastry scents like almond,lemon creme and rose bud you could almost bite right into them.
gorgeous non?

available at naiad's lovely store.

joy is {1}

food picking at selfridges foodhall, a donut shaped box of pierre herme macarons + online surfing and baking in the kitchen avec my lovelies.
what's baking? asamee's experiment secret cupcakes covered in marshmallow fluff,devine results.

a pile of books

my obsession with interior design books is growing, and growing.

I know its in my genes because my father has an internal magnet to bookstores and libraries, so lets just hope my fascination is controllable.

I had a major drool fest today at Kinokuniya bookstore at the dubai mall. Major decor eye candy.

I ended up with Nancy Corzine's Glamour at home, great tips on decor glamour.

I left this one on the shelf but something tells me i'm passing again tommorow.

fun with fish

I'm so late on posting my photos up here but had to do it nonetheless. I've only been to Singapore of the Far East countries before, so I had no clue what Kuala Lumpur would be like. Though I didn't spend much time there I had a great time.
I loved how diverse the place was intermixed with elements of originality that you won't find elsewhere.

fisherman's cove, the best thai style cooked lobster


my sister and I accidentally found this coffee shop/home accessories store Zang Toi. They had the most beautiful trays and wall mirrors. They also make beautiful white stacking baskets and lounge clothing.






beautiful combination




starhill gallery, i heart this place


lovely christmas designs at the Pavillion




the most unusual experience i still don't know how i plucked up the courage for, the fish spa.


late night stroll through Bukit Bintang,with dozens of late night massage bars,operating till 3 am. We passed by one for a heavenly late night reflexology session.


more christmas beauty


breakfast buffet, dont you luv them?

with x's and o's.

twin towers city

I have just arrived in Kuala Lumpur for the first time ever.
The drive from the airport to the hotel was tropically beautiful. I'v got lots to see in the few days we've got here, and must pamper myself to the max with all the divine spa treatments.


happy holidays everyone <3 xo

to vacating

I've finally packed my bags,tucked in my heart shaped mini pouchette, bow back flats and straw hat.I'm off for summer.
It feels great after a series of stressful events to fly away and vacate somewhere.
This summer I am trying to discipline my shopping habits.Thus, note to self:only buy things you need or fall madly in luv with. Seriously, i'm not just saying.

To better shopping habits!
Until I blog again. xx :)

macaron chaussures

We all love macarons. Although i think they're more of an eye treat than a tongue treat,they are just lovely to scatter around a table or on mini plates to add that marie-antoinetteish touch to a setting.
mais do you love them enough to wear them on your feet ? i think theyd look super sweet if worn with the right outfit,and i heart the pink shoe lace.
super playful



available at zazzle via the lovely paris breakfast.

surprise surprise B

Last night we got together for a casual/surprise mini pool party for my sister B.
I set the table up with a fresh tea green colored cover, with edges i had cut in a half-circular pattern. I attached loose bows around the ends.
I scattered tea lite candles around the pool, dug up the coasters i got at Soho NYC two years ago and enjoyed the outdoor heat for a couple of hours.
Recommended if you've spent tooo much time indoors and need to get some fresh air.
I realize i've neglected my blog for sooo long, i actually missed it. xoxo