tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897843402780389682024-03-13T14:53:07.429+10:00Hope Island Home LivingA Lifestyle BlogKarynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.comBlogger139125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-5675171377231104102013-06-03T11:02:00.000+10:002013-06-03T11:03:31.424+10:00My blog has moved.......
I have moved .......
My blog is still Hope Island Home Living
but has a new URL
www.hopeislandhomeliving.blogspot.com.au
This will be my last post on this blogsite :)
I needed a fresh start after a very trying 12 months ,
the new look will give me this new lease on life !
The new URL is in keeping with
the blog title & simplifies searches.
If you would like to keep Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-80484215546335216502013-05-26T11:36:00.003+10:002013-05-26T11:36:47.457+10:00Ole Lynggaard Jewellery
I was drawn in by a beautiful image in a magazine of Helena Christensen ,
on the accompanying page was a shot of beautiful ' organic ' style rings.
Normally that is as far as I would go , admiring the image.
But this time I looked for the web address www.olelynggaard.com
I have never been more enthralled reading about a jewellery house.
Words like hand made , capture Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-23033281115294722162013-05-21T23:46:00.001+10:002013-05-24T00:02:23.599+10:00I went over the Border and.......
Miles of vast open green spaces ,
past Mt Warning & sugar cane fields.......
Up a steep driveway......
To this pretty setting ......
Look at the picture perfect view,
so still & quiet .....
I spent two of the most wonderful days doing workshops here ,
do you know where I was ?
The answer is on my instagram !
Pop on over & take a look
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-35770371002513966072013-05-13T12:09:00.001+10:002013-05-13T12:09:13.498+10:00Mothers Day 2013
My mothers day flower
picked by my gorgeous boy as we walked on the beach in the afternoon.
This was my favourite part of the day. My hand made card from my six year old. I wonder how many more years of these I have to look forward too.......
The kids shop at their school mothers day stall , I was pretty lucky this year ,
look at this booty ! They doubled up on socks Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-24998556467121231412013-05-05T00:44:00.000+10:002013-06-03T11:02:38.693+10:00Hope Island Living Blog Changes Coming........
Over the next few weeks I am making changes to my blog.
So bare with me as I tweak my neglected Blog , there may be a slight name change also
Its time.........
On the horizon will be giveaways , before / after room reveals and a online store.
Today I am sharing a few of my photos with you
Karyn x
Images by Hope Island Living
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-25352600504575992242013-04-25T13:01:00.003+10:002013-04-25T13:01:58.105+10:00Anzac Day Service
Today we attended the Anzac Day Service at Upper Coomera Monument
Image Hope Island Living
At The Monument
On this special day , ANZAC Day , 25th April 2013, we recall those men
and women who gave service to their country , who sacrificed their lives
to fight for peace in the world and freedom for mankind.
We recall the great tragedy of war and those who left our Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-45955644617642201952013-04-22T12:18:00.001+10:002013-04-22T12:18:30.045+10:00Paint Me White , Annie Sloan Workshop
On Saturday I attended a Workshop at
Paint Me White
learning to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint
It was held at the new premises of Paint Me White at Mudgeeraba
Sandy also has a store at the Woolloongabba Antique Centre
Here we all are , a lovely group of ladies.
I brought in this lovely ornate frame
Look , no sanding , no primer required
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-86881540662899092862013-04-19T12:55:00.000+10:002013-04-20T17:29:34.135+10:00First Tooth Out !
Moments after my 6 year olds tooth fell out biting into a pear
Much excitement !!
Which lead to the question that night............
How do you present the ' first tooth ' to the tooth fairy when you are a boy ?
I have had lots of experience with my daughter , she has a special pink fairy door on the wall complete with gold key that the fairy enters at night takes the tooth , Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-77108700257533878992013-04-11T06:57:00.000+10:002013-04-11T06:57:45.670+10:00The Perfect Rug
Kids Bedroom Rugs
Ive been on the hunt for a few pieces to finish styling my sons room.
I had given up finding the perfect rug !
Until I stumbled on these beauties , I may of given up again when I discovered they were from the American company Pottery Barn Kids ( you know the freight costs )
But........
Pottery Barn is opening in Sydney very soon , just a few weeks away I hear ,
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-42327868978537734782013-04-10T08:27:00.001+10:002013-04-10T08:47:03.800+10:00Vintage Baby Throws
Baby Kanthas
Girly Pinks
Beachy Blues
Little Boy Blues
Bright
Loving these Vintage Baby Kanthas
The colors are devine !
They are handstitched , reversable & made with 100% super soft cotton.
I was looking for a gift for a friend expecting a baby & found these at
www.sallycampbell.com.au
Read her blog Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-9443468991486903672013-04-09T14:22:00.001+10:002013-04-09T14:22:24.650+10:00Kids Bed Love Tuesday 9th April
Love this fun kids bed !
Searching for items for my sons bedroom I came across this unique style bed
from www.Hardwickandcesko.com.au
Would love to see it with blue rope too for the boys.
Karyn x
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-76849931420561509662013-01-19T08:15:00.000+10:002013-01-19T08:15:08.390+10:00Gratitude comes in all forms......
The kids & I have been writing in a gratitude journal for the last couple of weeks.
I choose for my daughter a Kikki K 365 days journal as it had a day number at the top
& a whole blank page to write , draw or add a photo to her daily gratitude.
Initally my 6 year old son didnt want to do it but after a few days of seeing his sister & mum
sitting together writing in Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-3268603965715831832012-12-31T07:58:00.000+10:002012-12-31T07:58:01.949+10:00 Welcome 2013 , Ive been waiting for you !
As I reflect on the year nearly behind us
a very turbulent year
and look ahead with hope & excitement.
I had to stop trying to understand why the people closest to us when we needed them most turned their backs & I had to try to understand that some people just cant cope with helping people close to them , just in need of a hug , company or even a kind word of Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-71735819506570758252012-11-21T12:27:00.000+10:002012-11-21T12:27:10.479+10:00Seizing The Day..... a wonderful day
This beautiful day .......
5am picked rambling gardenias from the garden ,
the scent was devine.......
6am Baking banana & cinnamon muffins ......
6.30am - the resident magpie dropped by I think because he could smell
the muffins cooling on the windowsill
( can magpies smell , probably not ).......
8am - after breakfast , Master J decides he Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-28193441416823266262012-10-12T05:14:00.001+10:002012-10-12T05:14:29.952+10:00Winner & Powder Room Makeover Before Shot
I was a winner this week !!
I won a fabulous prize at a time it was really needed.
It was from the wonderful A-M ( 'The house that A-M built' blog ) & Masters Home Improvement
First I browsed for 2 hours the Masters website before finding many fabulous products
I could finish off our long drawn out renovation !!
I was so excited I entered A-M's chance to win a $500 voucher , neverKarynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-59033738480259606412012-09-23T07:17:00.000+10:002013-05-03T01:47:53.058+10:00When life gets in the way of blogging........
My mantra
I say everyday
****
5 months since I blogged , where has the time gone.......
Well here is the short version
full version will come over the coming days
18 months ago my husband was diagnosed with liver cancer ,
Went on a liver transplant list ,
Had a liver transplant 3 months ago ,
I had to try and run his business & look after two young children while he Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-59328965670374508962012-04-10T16:27:00.002+10:002012-04-10T16:27:49.753+10:00Francessco , a fishy story.....
Our 'New' addition to the family
Its very hard to get a fish to stay still for a great shot !
Here are the supplies for set up we purchased at the pet shop in Oxenford ,
I already had this bowl & was told it was
perfect for one 'fighting fish'.....
First the kids added the rinsed white stones.....
Then we added the living plants & water with a Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-1962476273962647382012-03-20T07:27:00.002+10:002012-03-20T07:27:16.854+10:00New "RESPECT" App
Thought for today
So often I have seen this happening , especially around children.
Be aware of this, what are we teaching the next generation about human communication.
Our children & family deserve more.
Show respect , teaches respect
Karyn x
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-11382725698508728302012-03-06T16:30:00.002+10:002012-03-06T16:30:50.636+10:00Wagga & many Aussie towns flooding.......
Here we are again !
Too many towns to mention across NSW & Vic flooding
A farmer tries to save his sheep.
So many heads of cattle have been lost to rising flood waters. Bare a thought for the helpless animals that are at the mercy of the gods. Hopefully these will be the lucky ones.
Prayers to you all
Stay safe
Karyn xKarynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-52525686656680705572012-03-02T23:56:00.002+10:002012-03-02T23:59:56.458+10:00We miss you magic land.......
We miss you magic land at Gallery Of Modern Art , Brisbane
It is an immersive and vibrant installation.
Created by artists Pip & Pop
Made of coloured sugar , it took 8 weeks to construct
A must see this weekend as it finishes this Sunday the 4th.
Pathways & peepholes will lead you to different worlds ....
a magical forest filled with strange flowers , vines ,&Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-43154097391572823732012-02-12T09:23:00.000+10:002012-02-12T09:23:04.397+10:00Sunday Musings - Matisse Drawing Life Exhibition
We visited the Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane for the Matisse Drawing Life Exhibition ,
Highly recommended
It is the most comprehensive of Henri Matisse's prints & drawings ever mounted.
Presented in partnership with the Bibliotheque nationale de France.
First you take in the exhibition ,
Exploring the themes and subjects to which Matisse repeatedly turned Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-57902223847466891972012-01-03T07:03:00.001+10:002012-01-03T07:03:12.743+10:00A day on Hamilton Island
5am Good Morning from the Reef View Hotel
A early morning visitor decided to join me on the balcony
He is a real poser !
He decided to come a little closer to have a chat
(really I think he wanted a fed)
See the church in the background , many couples come here to get married in this beautiful location.
As we both pondered on our day ahead ......
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-90424000856531146012012-01-01T09:42:00.000+10:002012-01-01T09:42:34.591+10:00Welcome 2012 Ive been waiting for you....
Happy New Year
To my lovely readers
& remember to say
each day is a new opportunity....
whatever happens i know i can handle it....
every thought I think is creating my future....
Karyn x
affirmations by Louise Hay
Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-17417614936230018632011-12-28T06:50:00.001+10:002011-12-28T06:50:13.939+10:00Belated Christmas Wishes
A Belated Merry Christmas to all
How could I have missed such an important post
Well......
Came back from a marvelous week away in the Whitsundays.
Realised with 6 days to Christmas I hadnt started any preparations as the last month was so full of medical appointments for hubby , ballet rehersals , end of school events , more ballet rehersals . I was nearly too exhausted Karynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00993635857301848627noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389784340278038968.post-71733558356210043242011-12-19T07:23:00.003+10:002011-12-19T07:23:53.043+10:00Where in the world ?
Holidaying......
View from a roomcome with me let me take you closer.......
step out the doors.....
stop at the hammock.......
roll out .....
just a few more steps to the water ......
you made it.....
Guessed where we are ?
Stop by tommorow & I will share more
Karyn x
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