Do you have an outdoor wall that needs a focal point? Let me share a little DIY with you. You need a piece of wood or a branch from the forest, some glass jars (mine are “bonne maman” jars) and some wire. I guess the pictures speak for themselves on how to do it, just make sure […]
The Hat
24/06/2013 by Leave a Comment
“Wearing a hat is like having a baby or a puppy; everyone stops to coo and talk about it.” -Louise Green Probably both the most loved and the most despised fashion accessory is the hat. Unlike belts or bags, simply the word “hat” conjures up Advanced Level Style, yet simultaneously instils such angst that few […]
Bring it out!
07/03/2013 by 2 Comments
Days are getting longer and warmer. Bring blankets, pillows, flowers and a cuppa something out to your terrace or garden and feel the energy level rise. I’ve decided to use my winter fabrics and pillows one more time before they get stowed away until winter comes again. Text, photos & ideas: Ann-Kristin Øvreeide, March 2013
Spray it your way!
26/02/2013 by Leave a Comment
A quick DIY for your guest bathroom if you want to glam it up before your guests arrive. Choose your colour or mood – I went for a bronze look this time (I did say glam!). This is what you need: Soap and hand cream from your local supermarket, spray (I got it at AVA), and the […]
Jewellery on display
16/01/2013 by Leave a Comment
A CLEW decorista tip: Instead of hiding your necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets in the drawer, put them on display! Use a big bowl, serving dish or a nice cake stand to show off your bangles and bracelets. Hang your earrings on the lampshade and your necklaces on bathroom knobs from the department store. Pile […]
The way you wear your hat
01/01/2013 by Leave a Comment
CLEW is at a bit of a loss here. Not that you can’t find nice clothes in Lux, but where are the special boutiques, and the feelgood factor…? Machines like H&M don’t provide that feeling, neither does the staff in certain places (quite the contrary, CLEW dares say). Or, as the local boulangère says it: “Toutes ces enseignes de luxe – il n’y a […]
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