Love Loans + Linen

I have been inspired

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In Summer i have the pleasure of visiting some of the most beautiful houses in Palm Beach.

I was especially over joyed to see the incredible talent of Justine Hugh-Jones.Justine is so clever,her style is simple yet beautiful.It would be an understatement to say that im a little

jealous of every little detail in her house.

Bye Bye

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I dont often talk about my personal life on my blog,but i thought i would tell you all that it is

with great sadness lll says goodbye to Montana.She has been lucky enough to get a full time job

doing what she loves,photography.Hopefully she will drop buy with her camera every now and then so i can show you her amazing work.

Sail on in.

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We have some fabulous new products at the moment.The best bit is that hopefully very soon

we will be launching the new website with lots of products for you.I was hoping we would be up and going by now,but with the craziness almost behind us it should be very soon.

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Palm Beach is a very popular holiday destination,so i thought i would show you our lovely

custom made cups so you can remember us once you have gone.

wants...

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Clothes. For me my most desperate desires are clothes. and when it comes to decision making the voice that says is this what you really need is always overridden. we all want what we can not have. what is it that you want...

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traveling could be oh so easy if only i could fit into a suitcase like this!

Image from the drifter and the gypsy.

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String! It is so simple yet so funtional.
via momo living

13 sleeps

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Rustic Christmas ,how wonderful.
april and may

Happy Birthday

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To my darling son happy birthday,may all your hopes and dreams come true.

New Product

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Last year i had the pleasure of helping Skye of Cloud Story on her wedding day.

Now i am pleased to say she is sharing her talents with everyone on her online store.

Skye is so creative and amazingly beautiful person,so obviously i asked her to make some gift cards for Love loans and linen .I have to declare i am a little excited to see them today.

So if you are looking for Wedding Stationary you must have a look,i am positive you

will find something to love.

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I obsess over stools.I know this is a little strange,but we moved into our house over a year ago

and it has a perfect breakfast bench.Well it would be if i could decide on what kind of stools i want.

Image from fryodogdesign

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Not only do they own The Cooks Larder one of the best cafes in Avalon,but Samantha Mackie

is an amazingly talented girl.Her photography is crisp and genuine just like her Christmas decorations.If your lacking some December cheer go into thier store and relish in the culinary

delights .

So sorry

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Hello,firstly i would like to apoligise for my absence.To be truthful i have just been completely

lost.Since i went away i have been playing constant catch up.

So i found some wings to send out love and beg forgiveness,it is Christmas time after all.

We have been doing some exciting things at LLL and very soon we shall show you our hard

work.

Angel Wings via lovenordic.blogspot

hide and seek

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We like to play this game. It is called hide and seek. We have lots of lovely toys for everyone but some of them are hiding! At the end of the day is when our game comes to life and we like to play and rearrange. If you are in the mood for some childish behaviours come and join us in our mayhem of madness. who knows, you might find a treasure amongst the fun you will be having!

imagination....

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i love how the simplest of things can bring you so much joy. sometimes when i am at home with nothing to do i love to put on a tutu and parade around the house like i am a ballerina. for that single moment i can pretend to be the star in my own little world. for that moment i bring myself joy with the use of my imagination. what do you like to imagine...

Image from vintage et cancrelats

Sink or Swim

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When I first started working at love loans + linen, elyse told me there was only one way to know if i would fit the part... sink or swim. And boy oh boy have i been tested this week! With my magical fairy gone i have had to swim my way to the shore in my half sinking boat! I arrive however with my feet upon the sand looking back at the fun and excitement i have had this weekend. I hope you have had fun too!

Image from painet

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sometimes i feel like this bookshop is my life... an array of endless stories, ideas, experiences, mistakes, adventures, catastrophes and more. Endless numbers of hours spend philosophizing over the most minute details of my life. choices to make... paths to cross... oh how it could be just that little bit simpler if i wasn't so indecisive!

Image by April - A beautiful mess

Gone.

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So elyse has finally broken free and left us behind as she begins her adventures in the mystical lands of indonesia. I can tell you now that she is already missed but boy oh boy will we have some fun these next couple of weeks. Come down and play with me at our beautiful store and we can make our own cheeky adventures.

love tash

Image from Flicker

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Tomorrow i am off to the airport to pick up my boys.Oh have quickly five weeks go.

Yummy

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Latley i have been oh so adventuress.After twenty years of child raising and staying in my safe hometown,i am starting to break free.

Therefore i am dedicating my posts this week to everywhere i want to go.I guess its a little funny that the first stop is the candy store!

Eatible photo vis emmasdesignblog

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Have always loved the pages of frankie magazine.So fresh and visually stimulating.

Now there is an extra reason too,follow this link for a special treat www.frankie.com.au/shop.

Images via eat drink chic.

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I have always admired Cabbages and Roses .Their simplicity and styling is devine.

It looks like everything im loving is in Europe at the moment.

Macarons...

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every so often, my sister (who lives in canada) and I catch up have and cooking dates over the phone. This time we decided to make macarons but something went wrong and they turned out to be disastrous. On my recent trip to melbourne i came across a superb italian patisserie, Brunetti, where i believe they have mastered to art of pastries. this is one not to be missed!

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Its our birthday,I cant believe it has been two years.

Hip hip horray!!
yummy image via always with butter

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Because everyone needs a little favour.

Come Visit

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Its going to be lovely!

Bon Voyage

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Good bye my boys,have fun in Europe.

Dont forget to send back all my lovely parcels.They will cheer me up when i start missing you

so.

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Two loves combined chocolate and enamal ware
pretty picture from what katie ate

time for a little bit of spring cleaning

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Its that time of year again.

a change of season with all the fresh scents of blossoms opening. for some reason this puts us in the mood for out with the old and in with the new. why not freshen up your home with our new beautiful spring stock!

image by favim

Coming soon

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I absolutely adore Pony Riders new Spring range .

Spring is early!

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It was a lovely weekend at the shop.I never know why but with the onset of spring there seems to be a little change in the air.Spring is so fresh and revitalising .It makes me all energised and

ready for the busy season ahead.

image from scout honour co

Dad. I love you.

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as spring approaches so does a day, dedicated to our dads, to let them know how much we love them!

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Cote Bastide may i say ,you make simple look so easy!
via 79ideas

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To my brand new niece Penelope Jane, I would get you this beautiful cradle if i could find it!

A girl has every right to start thier life with a perfect bedroom.

I cant wait to meet you.

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Just Lovely

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Cant wait to see more posts from Montana Wilsons new blog.

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These candle covers are just amazing! They used to be old dye containers but they are so pretty

we are putting them to better use.

photo by Montana Wilson Photography

Melbourne

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I have just returned from my buying trip to Melbourne,i have to declare that i had the time

of my life.I have found a few new treasures plus the most amazing bed linen.I have also bought

Clean home

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Why not add a little bit of spark to your home? Here at love loans + linen we can't get enough of the house doctor. these wonderfully creative products will leave your home with the most gorgeous scent you will be inspired to clean.

Photo by Montana Wilson Photography

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Just in case the shelves get a little empty,i am off to Melbourne for a little while in search of treasures.I am a little bit excited ,so many pretty things too little time.

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Belinda Blacks marmalaide.

Lots of lovley new things in store.

photos by Montana Wilson Photography

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Hello,just thought i would tell you about my new neighbour Good Company.

They are a collective of talents who have opened a little studio in our little strip .

Follow studios,Belinda black catering,Melinda Tualima,and Sophie from my lense of love.

We also happen to stock some of their wares, we have had follow studio goods for a long time

and now we have the pleasure of Belindas delightful marmalade and Melinda is lovingly putting flowers in our window display.Im feeling a bit privileged as Melinda is one of the most

talented florist i have had the pleasure of seeing in action.

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I am praying that if it ever stops raining that we will at least get blue skies.To have a rainbow would be the icing on the cake,we all need hopes and dreams.

So truly sorry but i do not know where this originated .

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Mac and cheese ,this updated rustic version will warm your soul on these freezing winter days.
image from miloandmitzy

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I have found true love .The folk over at momo inspirational studio not only have amazing taste,but they offer words of wisdom as well.If you have ever considered if there is a formula

in creating perfect rooms,take a wonder to their site.I believe they give the right advice.

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We are so proud to have northern light candles in store. There is so much to be said about these glowing pretties. They are made from 100 percent organic Australian beeswax, are perfect in colour and form and come with a reusable ceramic holder.

This family run business is so clever it is a privilege to stock their products.

A Splash of Colour

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She has finally done it. that is right. she has gone mad. added pockets of colour throughout the shop. this winter we love to brighten up the mood with a splash of colour here and there. come down to see what she has created before another mad idea crosses her mind!

image by my modern met

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I so admire wise women.

via absolutley beautiful things

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I spend a lot of time in other peoples houses mostly for work.I admire how different every ones decore and fixtures are ,and the function and form .These twin basins designed by Charles Lack

are so simple and harmonious .

Via the hip hostess

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Oh emma i am so happy you are inspired to blog again,as it motivates me.

And to be honest we all need a little visual bliss every now and then.

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These perfectly formed sugar hearts are happily awaiting you in our little shop.

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Our store photographer Montana Wilson has now created her own photography blog..Make sure you check her out.

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Warm your soul with this heavenly soup by what kate ate

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Mr Jason Grant popped in the other day and has posted this snapshot of our shop on his blog.

Mrjasongrant.com.One must have a look at his site to relish over his stylish adventures.

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I know that winter has to come every year,but why so much rain.

As i sit here pondering the skies above are grumbling-loudly and

although i am a big fan i know its not Peter.

So i thought i would take the opportunity for a happy thought

"Happy Birthday Mae"we love your work,but want the rain to go away.

Lara love

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So i have announced that we are selling Lara Huttons delightful ceramic range in the shop.

I have to declare that her talent is endless.From the most stylish photo shoots, (her most recent in Maddison magazine is beautiful.)To designing a harmonious collection of pretty but

practicle wares.They are even in my favourite colour,which is not even at colour.

So if you are in need of inspiration have a look at a day in her life.You can find it here dialy imprint and here larahuttonobjects.

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So I am obviously still obsessing over food,and all the lovely food blogs are not helping.

This culinary delight is from call me cupcake.I recommend a little visit to thier blog as

it is simply yummy!!

Love your mum this mother's day

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when i ask mum what she wants for mothers day it is inevitable that she will say "someone to do the house work for me!"

So brighten up your mums day... take care of the chores, give her breakfast in bed, take her for a stroll along the pier. but most of all give her love.

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With all this rain all I want to do is cook lovely things to eat. I'm betting this coconut

would make any cake look amazing.

Image from Pinecone camp

time to play dress ups

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take a day to dress up and enjoy the innocent freedom that kids have. it may be an old tutu you have shoved at the bottom of your wardrobe or just a simple slip dolled up with a few pearls and ribbons. but go out and have fun. it doesn't matter if you look like a bunny... it's easter!!

Easter

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The feathers are dropping, and easter is approaching!

wishing you all a safe, wonderful long weekend.

image by montana wilson

ceramics

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Beautiful ceramics by the very talented Lara Hutton.

image by montana wilson

Hop on in

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Enjoy a sunday where a bunny brings you chocolate for breakfast, you spend the morning finding sweet treats hidden around the house and best of all, a guilt free reason for eating chocolate all day! Hop on in and indulge in our easter collection.

Photo by montana wilson

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There is something about the cold weather that makes me eat lots of bread. I love how simple things can be so delicious, and pretty.

Styling such as this makes any kind of meal an occasion.

image via blissfulb.blogspot.com/

why is a raven like a writing-desk?

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What a day it has been around here today - sunny one minute, lightning and thunder the next, then right back to sunny again... it made my stumbling upon this Alice in Wonderland book cover illustrated by Sara Mulvanny all the more fitting. So clever and beautifully done.

love

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Sometimes you can find love in the simplest of things... From lila frances.

The Milk Man

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remember the days when the milk man would bring your milk to the front door, fresh with a thick layer of cream on the top. bring back those memories with our authentic collection of milk bottles and crates.

wedding style guide

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Our favourite pharmacy bottles make a little appearance in the Autumn issue of Wedding Style Guide which hit the shelves today! We love the pink and blue combo with the rustic kraft paper table cloth.

You cant have tea without a biscuit

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Not only do they look delicious,but they are also pretty,shiny and just in time for easter.

Image from horray you will also find the recipe there!

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enjoy this rainy autumn's day rugged up indoors with a warm cuppa in one of our gorgeous tea cups!

little pine boats

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Looks like it might be time to get out the ark again... or perhaps our little pine boats will keep our toes dry this weekend...

pass it on

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via simplesong

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Have you see our events and design hire book? Our little collection of special things we can loan you to make your wedding (or birthday, or engagement, or any kind of celebration!) extra special. We'd love to hear your thoughts!

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Lots of new paper goods.

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If only everything could be simple.

image via shannoneileenblog

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After years of raising children i have decided,this is the only kind of mess i can tolerate.
image from 2 or 3 things i know.

in the tub

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This could be the coolest bathtub ever. From Toast.

Enjoy the weekend

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So it is Autumn,the perfect time to have an early dinner party outside and enjoy the change of

seasons.I especially love the vintage harvest baskets hanging from the trees,it is always the little details that help set a scene.

I wish i could credit the image ,if anyone has the link please email us.

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How can such a sparse room have so much to love?

image via 79 ideas

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When its this pretty you know your on the right path!

picture from mimno and naz

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celebrating the last days of the month with love inspired by rene gruau's subtle, sensual works of art, depicting a seductive flare..

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After being farm inspired ,we thought you might like our butter churns.
photo by Montana wilson

farm house

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Love this little Bellingen farm house, and love even more that you can rent it out for a holiday - just look at that kitchen! Our kitchen goodies would be right at home here.

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if you are a lover of typography, Coulson Macleod love collection is perfect for quoting moments.

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i just love baking on the weekends,and with these utencils i would enjoy it all the more.

images from Sunday collecter

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I love when i find a few of my favourite things in a frame for me to enjoy. Vintage lace, storage

crates and lovely white foundations with a touch of pewter in between.

image via 79 ideas

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Yummy treats for a summers day.
image via Cannelle et Vanille

today is all about love

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image from dottiangle

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Happy valentines weekend!

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Beautiful silver hooks currently instore

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sorry for the lack of updates lately..We here at Love, Loans and Linen are busy busy busy...

outback wedding

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Love this wedding with all it's perfectly Australian touches.

Photographed by Mint Photography.

bamboo oar skewers!

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Our bamboo oar skewers are the perfect addition to summer picnics and dinner parties!

wedding signs

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The prettiest of wedding details are often the most simple, making use of the beautiful Australian environment.

From Jonas Peterson.

rustic hen's day

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Little details from a rustic hen's day (for our good friend Jessie of Follow Studio) You'll spot our wire lanterns, vintage milk bottles, red and white striped straws, confit jars and hessian cushions (in store soon!)

All images by Lauren Michelle Photographer.

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Wishing upon many (tiny paper) stars that this year brings you much joy...

Happy birthday Montanna!

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A very happy birthday to our very own Tanna!

Reindeers needing a good home

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only 4 more sleeps

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