I can’t quite believe we are just over halfway through 2015. Can you? Increasingly I’m repeating that old cliche: wow, doesn’t the time fly? But it’s never been truer for me. In …
Winter Dresses from Luxe to Less – Prints
Welcome to the latest instalment of Luxe to Less, a popular post around these parts. (You can catch up on previous posts here). The idea behind these posts is that …
Tips for Families Travelling to the US
Travelling to the US with kids is a big call. Firstly there is the distance to get your head around and that 14 hours or so direct flight between Australia and …
Welcome to the Weekend Rewind: The Holiday Hangover
Good evening and welcome! It’s a great pleasure to be the guest host of this week’s Weekend Rewind. Thank you Bron, Kelly, Sonia and Sonia for having me. It’s so good …
What to Wear to Work
Putting together a workable work wardrobe can be something a lot of us struggle with. When we shop, we can often gravitate to and multi buy those things we love …
How to Wear Colour
I’m often told I wear colour well. Or, that I “know” how to wear colour. Why? Well, I have been known to embrace colour. That’s not to say I’m averse …
Styled Three Ways: Woolerina Merino Dress
For many of us, our casual summer uniform consists of two items: a frock and shoes. The advent of Winter is inviting and all with those layers and boots, but …
What’s News at Shenanigans Central?
Well, just for something different, it’s been busy times here at Shenanigans Central. In amongst the usual first term shenanigans, I’ve been madly preparing for our upcoming trip to the …
Capes and Ponchos from Luxe to Less
This week’s fashion post was inspired by SnS reader, Hannah: I “accidently” gave my favourite winter cardigan to the op shop two years go and am still in mourning (well …
New Season Cushions: Autumn
My cushion loving ways are no secret around these parts. As I revealed in this post, I’m a cushion addict/tragic/lover from way back. And, as the change of seasons brings new …
#SNSCOLOUR 2015 Day 5: Citrus Hues
Welcome to our fifth and final day of #snscolour 2015. I know, already! Today, the focus is on Citrus Hues, those bright, zesty colours that really pack a punch, even …
How to Holiday with Children Part 1 – How Many Kids
Since we had our first child nearly nine years ago, our holidays have changed. A lot. We’ve had some OK holidays, some mildly enjoyable holidays and some downright shockers. Big …
The Best of 2014
Tonight I’m gonna party like it’s 1999. Well, perhaps that should read “like it’s 2004”, the last NYE I celebrated before I first fell pregs. Truth be told, however, things will …
Happy Christmas from Shenanigans Central
Well after months of prep, planning and festive shenanigans, Christmas is almost upon us. Can you feel it? Can you believe it? Today, like many others, I’ll be doing some …
Feature Interview: Kate from Kip & Co.
I’m having a bit of a fan girl moment today. Why? Well, it’s a bit of a thrill to feature Kate Heppell, one third of super cool lifestyle brand Kip & Co. today. …
SnS Book Club: Seven Types of Ambiguity by Elliot Perlman
This month’s book club discussion has been written by my dear friend and fellow book lover Sarah Tidey. Sarah is also an author, having published a number of children’s books. She …
7 Tips for Eating Out With Children
Mr SnS and I have always loved heading out for a bite – breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Coffee, afternoon tea, high tea. You name it, we’ll be there. So no …
Tips for Managing When Your Partner is Away
Are you a solo parent some of the time? I’m conscious that some people parent on their own most of the time. For some, because they are single parents and for …
So, what’s on for you in 2014?
I can’t believe the year is nearly over. Can you? 2013 has been a busy one for me. With school and kinder alone, each week I had sixteen occasions on …
Happy Christmas & Thank You
Well, it’s almost here. All that we have been working towards, planning for. Christmas is finally here. Tonight, we’ll be heading to every Carol service in the neighbourhood and sorting …
SnS Book Club: Book Club Picks for 2014
How would you like to join the Style and Shenanigans book club in 2014? I love book club but I realise that it is not possible for many people to …