"Garden" watercolour

I did not know that watercolour can be so fun. I got myself the Professional Water Color Chelsea Box from ArtFriend recently and was eager to give it a try.

The painting progress photos below.

Call me "kiasu", I bought a 400gsm watercolour painting pad.

Super thick per piece. Almost like a cardboard. I then found out that 300gsm works well too.

*sweat*

The water colours are easy to use. Colours are vibrant and "fresh".

Finished piece (below). :)

The photo below is version 2, where I tried to downplay the background.

This is done using photoshop.

Annie Stegg Fine Art - Limited edition framed print "Thistle"

Annie Stegg's beautiful limited edition framed print "Thistle" came this week.

The unboxing pictures below.

It is now hanging on my study room's wall.

Her art work is beautiful, classy and romantic. Such talented artist.

 

Version 1 and Version 2

Was looking at an old work. Could not stand the disproportion so my itchy hand did some rework. Still seeing errors but it irritates me less now.

Wondering if my itchy hand will get to work on this again.

 

Digital Painting "with Rabbit"

Am on one week leave this week, so I decided to draw and paint.

Here are the progress pics.

I believe that my skills have improved!

Sketch.

Started painting.

WIP part 1

A face emerged.

WIP Part 2.

WIP Part 3.

The finished piece.

Version 1 done. 

Thinking of adding plants to the background.

New haul from Dior - Spending too much

New haul from Dior.

Dior costume jewelry - Zodiac Leo necklace

Made of gold finish and cream resin pearls white crystals

Dior fine jewelry - Rose des Vents bracelet

18k rose gold, pink opal and a petite diamond

The more I see this, the more I am in love with this little thing

It's really not a good idea for me to shop alone

I just keep spending

Hmmm... mmmm

Miss Dior Promenade

New sling bag from Dior. 

Miss Dior Promenade in iridescent blue nubuck calfskin.

 Bought at the Dior Ginza Japan boutique.
Perfect size for me.

Click link to the Dior official website for details.

LV Montaigne MM Empreinte

Seriously did not intend to have a new bag.

This is beyond my expectation.

LV has just scored a big brownie point from me.

LV montaigne MM in empreinte leather.

Luxurious.

The monogram would actually make a great work bag.

This one is too precious to be a work bag.... at least for now.

2015 Birthday present

2015.

Birthday present to myself.

Rolex - my new love ♥

Photos!

 26mm steel and pink gold, fluted bezel, Jubilee bracelet with 10 diamonds set on dial. Pink face. Beautiful beautiful watch.  ♥ swoon!

Counting down to Christmas - Back from HK!

Less than 11 days to Christmas! Are you excited yet? =)

I just came back from a short holiday in Hong Kong. Hubby felt that I needed a break so he took the initiative to book the air-tickets and hotel room. **sweet**

And so we went and had quite a good time there. HK is a food and shopping heaven. We ate ate ate and ate, I bought bought bought and bought. ^_^

My spread of loot.... here goes!  **drum roll**

Organic masks and toner - My interest in organic face care products is growing. Many of the products in market are full of harmful chemicals, it is difficult to find good ones with organic "ingredients". Hence I got excited after spotting this shop, went in to find out more. Bought the masks and tried one of them 2 days ago. I like the texture and the fact that my face did not get red and painful after applying.  =)  It is also easy to wash off.

Jill Stuart Relax Set - The sales ladies at the JS counter were not approachable so I only bought this set. It includes a Body Cream, a Hair Mist and a Hand Cream, with a soft tote. I told hubby that I can use the tote when we are out for nearby weekend dinner.  <3 br="br">

Sony Vaio Duo 11 - Present from hubby for Christmas. I am using it to write this blog post now. Love it!! The keyboard and touch screen are best combo together!  **heart**

Halo silver ring - I found this beauty during random window shopping in Sogo. It is a silver ring with halo setting, so it is very affordable. Love it!

Rolex Oyster Perpectual Datejust - Shall do a separate post on this special babe.

The loot group photo. Many of the items are gifts for others. =)

This kind of sums up my haul. Thanks to hubby, I am able to buy many things I love, despite the difficult situation I am in. Of course, I need to control and continue to diligently save my money, it is not right at all to keep spending. 

If you are also in some "pits" like me, pls do give yourself a break. But remember to brace up and keep walking after you have rested. Let's press on together.  =)

Counting down to Christmas

Christmas is coming. Just 2 months more or so from now.

As I was window shopping at CityHall, I stopped by (the outside of) my favourite shop... checking out the new figurines on display. "Wow, they have christmas stuff on sale now." I told my hubby. "The little mice are so cute. New additions to the shop...." I added.

And this pretty babe caught my eye. Intricate works, truly an art piece. This is a sculpture made by the talented people from Wee Forest Folk. Check out their website for more sweet delicate figurines.

After much deliberation (talking, persuading, reasoning...and big time struggle within myself), I decided to adopt her. =) This piece is named "Oh My, A Christmas Present!".

I am so in love with her. Look at the petite christmas decoration on her head, the sweet look of surprise and the lovely red little christmas present left on her doorstep... on the snow!

A slightly turned view. I love the Christmas wreath on the door, with little bit of snow flakes piling on top. See the pink cheeks of the sweetie mouse.  ^_^

The wonderful thing about this piece is that you see careful intricate works at the back too - the photo showing her beloved partner (look at the frame design), the cookies and the red wine, the present on the super delicate carpet... did you spot the christmas tree with the yellow star?

Swoon***** I love her, love her, love her. Cutie is now seated in my cupboard, sharing the space with my collection of blings and works.

Indulge I did, probably the last one this year. Must learn to exercise self control, especially during this period of difficult time.

Love to all the beautiful friends, who showed me care and support. ♥   I am grateful. May this Christmas be especially warm and joyous to you.