I’ve found that I really like beetroot.  Apart from its health benefits (beetroot can help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, is good for the liver and can even help prevent cancer), it adds colour and sweetness to the smoothie.

Now I’m not suggesting we all resort to a liquid diet but I do recommend you try this yummy beetroot starter, above!  A nice change from the norm and healthy too.

Click here for the recipe

Via The Good Food Channel

Above:  My mum has just started collecting the Maileg mouse family… so cute!

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Okay I couldn’t resist… how cute is this pink crossbody bag?!!  Oh, to be a Californian gal…

See juicycouture.com for the latest styles. 

If you favour the more classic look, Juicy Couture has just launched Bird.  The first collection is inspired by the British countryside, set to be a huge trend for A/W 2010…

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Decoupage Kitchen by Jonathan Fong

I love this kitchen, although I can really only picture it working in a student apartment somehow.  Toning it down a little by just covering one or two doors would give the kitchen more of a family feel (and would be less of a shock first thing in the morning!)

Subtle and classy, this ceiling is proof that découpage needn’t be bright and colourful to make an impact.  See the how-to instructions over at Apartment Therapy.  If only Michelangelo had known, he could’ve saved so much time!!

Postage stamp table via Apartment Therapy

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This small Swedish flat is a great example of how to make the most of an area where space is limited.  It’s not often I can say I’d love to move-in straight away but there really isn’t anything I would want to change!!

It can be difficult to keep work and rest separate in small homes.  It’s so important to have a home office space separate from the living room furniture… even if it’s literally a desk and chair in the corner of the room.  Here, the ‘office‘ and lounge are open plan, yet the individual areas are clearly defined.  Notice how the room looks quite girly, however I’m sure this is purely because of the pink sofa.  What a difference one piece of furniture or colour can make!

 White gives the illusion of space as can large windows and plenty of natural light.

 Add definition with a feature wall

Love the idea of a wet room but not keen on the tiles used.  Although the striped shower curtain detracts from this

How delightful!

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We all remember the days of the hair scrunchy. Easy to wear and they slid comfortably on your wrist between wearings. But as style evolved, scrunchies became a fashion faux pas, creating the need for a new breed of hair accessories.  Enter Twistband!

Twistbandsare ponybands and headbands made of elastic trim.  This means no tugging on hair, no headaches and no dents caused by regular elastic bands.

Wear it as a bracelet; to make a statement; or celebrate a bachelorette or birthday party with custom-printed bands… the uses are endless!

Buy online here.  You can also contact Katie for wholesale enquiries here.

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The person behind Pip is Dutch product designer Catharina, who has had the nickname Pip since childhood.  What a talented lady!

Pip’s designs are inspired by ”every-day incidents that seem quite ordinary but when scrutinised more closely are, in fact, exceptionally beautiful”.

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Masseria Torre Coccaro is a converted farmhouse complete with modern luxury accessories to ensure a comfortable stay.  I’d imagine it to be refreshingly cool inside with the thick stone walls.

 I do like the idea of leaving the stone natural, although I’m just not too sure about the bathroom!

 The sitting room is fresh, light and airy…

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Images via Mr and Mrs Smith

CMYK Shade by Soner Azenc, £49 each

I love these lamp shades, above.  Great for the office or in a child’s room

Oli felt rug by Selina Rose, £445

Orange and grey is one of my most favourite colour combinations.  Striking and sophisticated!

Almost Square cushion by Christina Podioti, £30

Botanica felt coasters by Selina Rose, £24.95

Hot Dog Prince cushion by Emma Henderson, £25.54

All items can be purchased from The Hidden Art Shop

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The collection is called Muse, made in Italy by Axo.  They only use natural material such as Vicenza stone, blown glass, silk and bamboo in their creations.

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