Garden Slab Mosaic

This month we finally finished our first mosaic project. Gave a colourful makeover to a dull, grey concrete slab lying around the front garden, turning it into a pretty stepping stone instead.

Now this is no ordinary mosaic. It contains contributions from 3 generations - the pink pieces belong to a tea set my mother received on her wedding, the other coloured pieces have come out of broken and damaged ceramic crockery from my kitchen, while the square tiles on the edging were collected by my children from our previous home when they were younger. This coming together of 3 generations is what makes this piece of mosaic really special!!!

To read about the project details and the process we followed to make this mosaic, click here.

The mosaic tile now sits right in front of the children's bedroom window, under the papaya tree, nestling amidst the greens and blooms.

Love how we turned something ordinary to something special. We've got just one life; live inspired, I say!

Decor Prompts

In my efforts of trying to get the new house to look like a home, I have been adding bits and pieces to some key areas....  small touches and decor effects that bring in a certain warmth and lived-in feel.

From a Ganpati with dried florets at the entrance, right across the main door...

...to money plant in a bottle in the kitchen.

The macrame plant hangers that liven up the bathroom are all made by me.

Sundry florals from our garden, propped in random bottles and vases, pep up the living room.

And of course, my cherished green babies that give the home a welcoming, fresh feel.

The packing cases that contain my decoratives are not even opened yet. Can't wait to dress up the walls and corners with all the knick-knacks.