Leek & Goat's Cheese Phyllo Parcels by Tina Bester

I've become a steadfast fan of Tina Bester Queen of Tarts. I got her book Bake last year, and I'm very keen to acquire her other recipe books. I made these leek & goat's cheese parcels for a friends Christmas party in December. They lasted I think 2 mins. I got the recipe from her book Bake. I'm super impressed by her recipes. I've only made these parcels and her cupcakes so far. Her ingredients are easy to come by; the recipes are simple to follow and the end result is delicious! I'm also a sucker for good photography, which combined with the layout is just gorgeous.

Look at the sunny egg leek!

Phyllo square sheets

Parcels before adding cream filling and being baked

Ta daaah!

Love Hamper

Coco li is a Fashion-Accessories-Gift Boutique based in Cape Town. In their own words: "We pride ourselves on stocking predominantly locally designed and sourced treasures". Wish they were in Durbs! Coco Li are giving away a love hamper to the value of R650. Check out their facebook here and their website here. Good luck!

Vintage dress rescued

I popped in at the local Hospice shop and spotted this vintage Italian dress for R38. Not the best pic I know - apologies it was late! I paid R19 for it as they were having a half price sale! Crazy! It still has its rather large, original label on it of an Italian gondola. I don't know when I will use it but I had to rescue this dusky pink dress. I couldn't believe my luck when I tried it on and it fitted me. It reminds me of a dress you would wear if you were to dance with Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire!

Win an iPad or iPhone!

Toughees are running a facebook competition to win an iPad or iPhone. All Toughees campaigns are designed by Bikini - The Advertising Agency. Brilliant prizes, I wouldn't mind both quite frankly! Click on the image to take you to the fb page to enter. Comp ends 31 January 2012.

Fellow i heart traders ~ Part ii

As promised here is part ii of some fab traders at i heart market...

Sam from Isla Designs has some gorgeous hand crafted children's toys and home decor. I really like the Africa cushions for sending as pressies to friends and family abroad.

Love the birdies having a breather on the blue plaque.

Gorgeous colours and fabrics.

Unique Africa cushions.

Nadia from Cupcake Couture has many inspiring treasures on her table and everything is so beautifully put together!

Nadia ~ Cupcake Couture

Creative jars ~ each one is unique

Badges and corsages

Birdie clips attached to vintage cards

Kirsty from Mint - The retired goods company, has a love for all those retro and stylish items that are hard to come by these days. You can find vintage lighting, mirrors, coffee makers, furniture and much more on Mint!

Kirsty and Justin ~ Mint

Stunning Decanter & glasses

Pyrex always a favourite!

Tarryn from Lun@tic has some awesome little girls dresses. Her fabrics and colours are bright, colourful, and all her toys are handcrafted. I love the crayon holders ~ if you are out and about keep your little one entertained with some pretty paper and crayons!

Tarryn ~ Lun@tic

Crayon holders.

Hand crafted toys

Sun, sand & salty sea

Tomorrow we are bundling the children in the car and heading off for a beach vacation. The holiday flat is on the 11th floor and the view is spectacular! These are pics of the sunrise I took, last time we were there. I love the last shot of the sun reflecting off the buildings, with the subdued colours of the clouds and the misty sea spray. Sigh, can't wait!

Fellow i heart traders ~ Part i

Last year was a whirlwind of baking for me. Looking forward to a better and brighter new year. I met some lovely people at i heart market where I sold most of my baked goodies. Thought you would like to meet some of the traders that I managed to take pics of... 

Under the I heart tent 2011

Ellen from Angelic Fragrances, has a range of aromatherapy room sprays made with 100% natural essential oils. She has quite a range, which are made for specific uses. I love the Angelic fragrance I purchased.

Angelic Fragrances

Sprays & oils

Irene from Lulu - Yesteryear Redeemed. She always has a fascinating assortment of vintage wares on her table. Irene also sells her charming collectables online.

Lulu - Yesteryear Redeemed

Kitchenalia

Love this lamp

Terry Angelos has an array of artwork which is quirky and so appealing. I love her subject matter of birds, bunnies and robots and the way she renders them. Terry can be contacted through her blog the windmill diary.

Terry with her original pieces 

Block canvas pieces - how does one choose?!!

Uniquely hand crafted journals by Terry

Owl jar holding the key
to wisdom & humility