Polli

Bread Hearts

2012-01-29T14:40:00.000+03:00

credit: www.ohhhmhhh.de

Now isn't this just so sweet? Imagine finding this in your lunchbox? All you need is a cookie cutter in any shape you want, then cut out the centre of the piece of bread and place the cut out piece of bread on top of a slice of bread and pour in the colorful spindles inside of the cut out hole and walah!

Happy eating everyone!

Love Polli xx

The Vogue Diaries

2012-01-28T10:06:00.001+03:00

Those who follow me on Instagram might want to start following 'The Vogue Diaries'. It's a celeb fashion blog and you can find them on Instagram as well. I love finding new fashion labels & blogs that embrace peter pan collars.

I did make a confession on Facebook this week that me and my husband follow the Kardashians on twitter, and I was rather surprised at how many responses I got.

If I could be a celebrity for a day I think I would have to choose her for the time and being.
Who would you be for the day?

Love Polli xx

Ring around the Rosie

2012-01-26T08:50:00.000+03:00

Credit: The Beauty Department

Woohoo Toujouri store opening is this weekend and I am contemplating on wearing my new little flower crown I bought in South Africa. I am super excited as it's going to be pretty glam! Can't wait!

Flower crowns are huge at the moment, and I am making this most of it, although it's winter on this side of the world. Thanks to 'The Beauty Department' I found amazing tutorials online that will keep you busy for the next year.

Happy weekend everybody ! (Thursday is like a Friday in the Middle East)

Love Polli xx

I like you and naps

2012-01-24T08:44:00.000+03:00

Good grief, it's hard starting a new job, I have been working overtime and trying to catch up with all the different languages that's being spoken in the office! It's tough starting a new job, All I want to do is sleep!

However in the meantime I found a cool Etsy Store. And each of these cards kinda means something in a funny little way to me today. The fact that I am loving naps at the moment is beyond description, and it's true I do get scared to "reply to all". And last but not least, I hate the fact that I will be 25 this year! Woow even typing that makes me want to vomit lol !

Love Polli xx

Sharing my wardrobe with Style Confessions

2012-01-19T17:11:00.000+03:00

Dear bloggers, here in an inside scope of my wardrobe and our current apartment we recently moved into here in Qatar, Doha. I collaborated with another fashion blogger named Carla Mallari from Nomad* blog. She works at Impressions Boutique and has her own fashion label called Cala Mari.

In this clip you will also meet my cute cat called Frankie, and get a glimpse into my wardrobe & life living abroad. Head over to Impressions Boutique online and like their Facebook here! (PS: They have an awesome sale on at the moment)

South Africa (part 2)

2012-01-18T08:46:00.000+03:00

As promised, here is sneak peek of my recent trip to South Africa to go see my family. This part of my trip was very special as I was able to reconnect with my grandparents as well as long lost cousins which I haven't seen in over 7 years.

It was great reliving my childhood memories. Waking up to hot porridge (pap) was one highlight I had to admit.

Love Polli xx

Feel the love

2012-01-16T11:01:00.000+03:00

cherry pie pops

heart-shaped whoopie pies

perfect for date night

paper garlands by mara may

Oh gosh, since working at the Magazine company I have been looking up some Valentines ideas as we are working on our Feb issue. I found these lovely gestures on link Houzz.

Here are my top 4 favorites gestures for this Valentines so far:

1) Cherry pie pops
2) Heart-shaped whoopie-pies
3) Sparkly shoes
4) Paper garland

Love Polli
xx

A little bit of paint

2012-01-15T15:42:00.000+03:00

Me and my hubby had an interesting wedding anniversary. There was a huge muck up with our booking at a Hotel and we had to leave empty handed with our bags and all in front of everybody. Such a horrible experience when somebody have pocketed the cash you payed to stay over a night at a Hotel celebrating something so special.

We ended up buying me a huge canvas and I started painting out all my frustrations out on it lol ! At least something positive came out of such a horrible situation. To keep up with my progress you can follow Instagram (follow polliblog).

Love Polli xx

2011 Review for Polli blog

2012-01-12T13:29:00.001+03:00

♥ Me and Mike took a road-trip in the North island of New Zealand

♥ I went snorkeling for the first time

♥ I saw real snow for the first time!
♥ I got a pixie hair cut ( do note it's was the first time having my hair this short)

♥ Me and Mike attended a live Bob Dylan show
♥ Me and Mike decided to live in Qatar as ex-pacts for a few years

♥ Polli blog got featured in a Magazine in Qatar
♥ I travelled on my own for the first time with a friend to Bahrain
♥ I loved attending the Auckland Art & Craft Fair

♥ I returned back for the first time in over 7 years to South Africa with my husband
♥ I'll be celebrating my 3 year wedding anniversary this weekend
♥ I visited Impressions Boutique in Qatar as well as Moda Key

My 2011 was packed full of adventures. It was a year where I got stretched in my thinking and a year where I had to move out of my comfort zones in A BIG WAY! My dream of traveling did come true in 2011 and will continue in a big way in 2012. Keep a close eye on 2012 !

Love Polli xx

Sally Scott

2012-01-11T16:20:00.003+03:00

I am currently stalking Sally Scott's new spring collection Nikukya Issue#05. The simplistic patterns and retro look caught my attention. I love the natural photography of the model as well. I was flicking through Frankie's Fashion pages and discovered it there.

And sorry that I haven't posted some more of my traveling in South Africa, we recently moved to a new apartment as I have mentioned before and everything is on hold since we have limited Internet connection and the fact that I have also just started a new job makes my life feel like it's a bit all over the place. I can't wait to start buying new "homie" accessories for my new apartment.

At the moment it has empty walls and just the basics. I was thinking of buying a little cactus plant for my desk at my job and perhaps a few plants for inside the house. The fact that I live in the desert does get to me sometime, that's why seeing a bit of green for the day does a person wonders!

Love Polli xx

Sweet Heart Cupcakes

2012-01-10T13:42:00.000+03:00

I started my new job at a Magazine company today. I hardly slept last night and tried to not wake up hours before I needed to. I was however very early for work, the office wasn't even open lol !

If you are anything like me the only way I find myself to wind down from a long day of stressful events, meeting new people and moving into a total new apartment is by baking. Thanks to glorioustreats.blogspot.com I will reward myself with this delish Sweet Heart Cupcake recipe and celebrate that I have made it through a scary day which turned out to have been totally fine! Can I get a cheer for 2012 of new things and new beginnings?

Love Polli xx

Christmas in South Africa

2012-01-08T18:27:00.000+03:00

I spend my Christmas with my family in South Africa. It was amazing, we ate loads of food and gave out the presents as per tradition on the 24th after dinner. And on the 25th of Decemeber we had a lovely shared lunch again with the family. Mike my hubby had to learn a few Afrikaans words at the dinner table which kept us all entertained.

I really do love Christmas is has to be my favourite day of the year!

Love Polli xx

Oh Africa

2012-01-06T07:35:00.000+03:00

As most of you know I spend the last month visiting South Africa with my husband. I left on the 8th of December and spend Christmas and New Year's with my loved ones.

It was a spectacular holiday I will never forget. I have so many stories and photos to share with you all.

The sad part of this journey is that it has ended and I am currently sitting in Saudi Arabia's Airport reminiscing & longing back to familiar faces and spaces. I have packed my bags and decided to take on the journey back Doha, Qatar and give Qatar a second chance.

I look forward to spending my next night not on a couch in the Airport but on the comfort of my bed at home with my cat Frankie.

Love Polli xx

Home Sweet Home

2012-01-03T14:04:00.000+03:00

It's time to love and leave sunny South Africa in 3 days time. I spend a month here with some family and did all the tourist attractions you could think of. I had a fantastic time and wish this journey would never end.

Me and my hubby Mike will be flying back to the expat life in Qatar soon. I have big plans for 2012 so keep your eyes pealed. I really think this year it going to be amazing for all of you!

I look forward to sharing my trip with all of you. A Happy New Year to all and may this year be an exceptional year for all of you

Blessings

Love Polli xx

A Message from South Africa

2011-12-15T15:53:00.000+03:00

Dear Bloggers

Just letting you know I am traveling around in South Africa for a month. I have limited Internet connection therefore it's been a little quieter than usual. I have big plans for 2012! I can't wait to share all my travelling stories with all of you. I have taken so many photos and am able to catch up with some family members here in SA.

Since I have been living in Qatar for the last 4 months I realized how lonely it can get without good friends and family that surrounds you. So I am soaking it all up here in SA. I was able to meet up with my mum here in SA. She traveled all the way from New Zealand to meet me here.

I held a snake, ate biltong, visited vintage shops, enjoyed seeing wild animals and hopefully will be feeding elephants soon!

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, if you don't hear from me soon. Thank you for all the support through this year. I leave receiving emails from all of you.

Blessings

Love Polli xx

Charlotte Taylor s/s 2012

2011-12-10T05:00:00.001+03:00

You got to love Charlotte's new range for 2012! Fun, colourfull and quirky. I better start looking out for ankle socks, perhaps I might find some in South Africa. Who knows what I might find :) I am looking forward to doing some shopping as my suitcase was half filled with presents and half full of clothes, which means I am in desprate need of some shopping (I will always find an excuse to do a bit of shopping).

Love Polli xx

A spoon full

2011-12-09T05:11:00.004+03:00

A spoon full of chocolate keeps the doctor away! And how can you resist making these? I got this cute recipe from Delicious Delicious Delicious and the good news is that it's packed full of amazing quick recipes.

Just thought I'd keep you guys inspired while I am sitting in Jeddah Airport for 11 hours lol.. the things we do :) I do wish I had one of these to suck on as I just had one disguising meal here in the airport :(

Love Polli xx

Laure de Sagazan

2011-12-08T05:00:00.003+03:00

Laure de Sagazan is a French photographer based in Paris. It's almost like you can read that information through her photography, so dreamy, french, feminine and beautifull!

Love Polli xx

Bon Voyage

2011-12-07T10:06:00.001+03:00

photography by Jen Campbelle

Hi lovely readers

There is an hour and a half till I leave to head to the airport, I am super excited and also very nervous as I have an 11 hour layover in Saudi Arabia. Although I am sure I will be fine it's kinda scary traveling to an unfamiliar & strict country by myself. Fingers crossed I will have WIFI lol otherwise I will probably just play my iphone dead.

To those who don't know, I am heading to South Africa for a month, I have sceduled a few post for all of you but do note that my updates might not be so regular due to Internet connection availability.

Be sure to pop back and visit often as I will updating my travels on here, or if you want instant updates check "Polli blog" on Instagram as well as Twitter!

Love Polli xx

Win an Element Eden wardrobe to the value of $1000!

2011-12-06T05:11:00.004+03:00

What a great opportunity is this to win all the things you want for Christmas via Element Eden! Which would mean you could get the entire Daydream Lilly collection woohoo - my favourite piece is the cute pink Holga and the pretty as a picture dress.

To celebrate their new website Element Eden is giving you the opportunity to win your Christmas wishlist - An Element Eden wardrobe to the value of $1000.

ENTER HERE:

1) Like Elemend Eden's Facebook page
2) Enter the competition here

Love Polli xx

Travelling to South Africa

2011-12-05T09:28:00.000+03:00

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So I am exactly 2 days away from traveling to South Africa for a month. I am excited, nervous and all over the place! I have never traveled all by myself before, especially not on such a big flight. Traveling it's such a big dream of mine, I can't believe I just tossed myself into this situation. You either have to sink or swim :)

I look forward to meeting with some family members over there, as I haven't been back in just over 7 years. So I am trying to be well prepared, and to sort out my last minute packing and buying of things.

Today I have to:
* Exchange my money (Riyal) into Rand
* Buy a couple of last minute presents
* Print my airplane ticket
* Make copies of the address to put onto my suitcase

Love Polli xx

Visiting Impressions Boutique

2011-12-04T12:16:00.001+03:00

My favorite jersey at Impressions. Funny enough my mother-in-law has a Teacup Yorkshire Terrier and her name is Rosie (I ended up sending the picture to her and she nearly died).

The incredible cupcakes provided from Tasmeen for Impressions Boutique. Look it even has the logo of Impressions Boutique stamped on them awhhh... Plus we walked away with a bag filled with goodies and a cupcake places in a pretty blue box!

Dressed by H&M

This beautiful table filled with lollipops, cupcakes and juice was divine!

Meet Carla a fashion blogger for Nomad* here in Doha, Qatar as well as fashion designer for her own brand called Cala Mari.

I was invited to to attend the showcasing of the new collections from up-and-coming regional and local designers in Doha at Impressions Boutique!

It was a great evening filled with treats, a photobooth as well as cupcakes and lollipops! It was a great night to meet other local designers, photographers and bloggers. Well done Carla, what a great event!

note: all photos where taken with Instagram

Love Polli xx

Gosh and Golly

2011-12-03T10:33:00.000+03:00

Gosh & Golly is an online Etsy store filled with paper goodness!And to think this paper mobile will only cost you $48 ! And all of it is handmade.

I think part of being a graphic designer I am naturally just drawn to things made out of paper, I have been since the age of 3 apparently. I think it's the idea of being able to create something from scratch.

Love Polli xx

The Twelfth Letter

2011-12-01T11:35:00.000+03:00

THE TWELFTH LETTER LOOKBOOK

''The Twelfth Letter' is a creation pieced together by the same two Sydney designers that made their first step into the industry back in 2007 with basement experiments under ls.clothing."

They collaboration of their lookbook is amazing, and extremely well planned out + I am a big fan of the clothes. It's definitely something different which you won't probably find in a mall.

Love Polli xx

Keep it Native

2011-11-30T11:08:00.000+03:00

Elizaveta Medvedeva Photography

I wanted to share one of my top favourite photographers with you today! Her name is Elizaveta and she is a student from Russia.

I'd love to have a photoshoot like this :)

Our giveaway closes tonight - so make sure you enter it by clicking here.

Love Polli xx