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"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week in 2013." via Che and Fidel

All: Every. Single. Time. I go to the toilet at least one of you follow me in there. For once, just once could I have a minute to myself?

Reno - Week 12

This week saw the remainder of the framing completed and now the old cottage and extension have merged together as one. I'm so, so excited at how this project has unfolded so far.

Here is the threshold between old and new:

During the week I posted a photo on Instagram which I thought I should explain as it's not really obvious unless you are well acquainted with the plans. This is the outlook from what will be the new kitchen/scullery. A high level opening has been designed to draw the eye upwards.

When complete, this opening will frame the trees and distant sky like a picture:

Perhaps this model will depict it more clearly:

I'm really getting a kick out of seeing all these little details come to life.

The roof trusses were delivered just as the framing was done, so they are now promptly being fitted into position. As soon as they're up, the old green roof sheets will be removed and a brand new roof (of the non-leaking variety) will be installed. And hopefully the possum that is currently residing up in the roof cavity will leave to find a new home.

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I have finally made it onto Instagram.

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Linen Bedding

I finally got around to buying some 100% linen bedding to replace the one and only set I own which is at least six years old and well overdue for replacement. So what do I think of it? To say I love it would be an understatement. No more cotton sheets for me!

(I bought the pink cushions from Ikea - Linen blend cover with feather cushion insert for $21 each!)

After doing a bit of on-line research, it quickly became apparent that linen bedding is not exactly cheap, but if you look around you can get your hands on some at a reasonable price. Here is a quick comparison of what a King Size Duvet cover will cost you:

Society $655

Bedouin $469

Bemboka $395

Home Republic $229

I ended up purchasing the set from Home Republic which just happened to be on sale at the time - how convenient. I just couldn't justify spending the extra money on the more expensive brands, particularly as our funds are needed for another little project we have going at the moment (erm....that would be the reno.)

Home Republic's 100% linen bedding comes in four colours - white, natural, coal and duck egg blue. I chose the natural linen duvet cover and white sheet set.

I also bought some saffron-coloured linen pillow cases (as I'm having a bit of a love affair with yellow at the moment.)

Do you own linen bedding? What do you think of the crinkled look - love it or hate it? Personally I don't mind it which is a good thing as I don't iron - EVER.

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"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week in 2013." via Che and Fidel

On the Move

All: Running to win, running to play, running away.