HOLIDAY @ HOME: Holiday Memories Cork Board

Highlight your holiday with a cork board that serves as a scrapbook and tour guide of your recent escape to paradise. Cover the cork board frame with sandy coloured paint. Cut a map to fit the corkboard and use a craft glue to adhere it. Create travel inspired thumb tacks by gluing shells, miniature compasses, or other mementos onto flat pins to show where you've been. Add your favourite photos, ticket stubs and other souvenirs for a decor piece that will keep you reminiscing for years to come.
 

HOLIDAY @ HOME: Leaf Coasters

 

Freshly cut large leaves make natural waterproof coasters for drinks. Lush foliage adds colour to table settings and act as reminders of tropical holidays. Cut leaves early in the day, and set them in water immediately, keeping them hydrated in a container until it's time to serve drinks. Dry before using.

Via Martha Stewart Living

HOLIDAY @ HOME: Fairy light Headboard

 

I love this gorgeous, romantic fairy light headboard… It is so simple to make!

Build a simple timber frame from 2x4s and add crossbeams. Drill small holes to put cords through in the bottom of each opening. Paint your frame and screw to the wall. Fill each space with lights and connect all cords. Cut translucent panels from polycarbonate sheet and fix to the frame with screws.

Enjoy your new even more romantic nest!

Source: www.shelterness.com

Images to Inspire... x

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Monday Decor Inspiration! x

Pineapples!

Turn your home into a tropical oasis with these beautiful pineapples.  The 'must have' tropical feature piece!

Available online now - www.escapetoparadise.com.au/store/categories/homewares

Tickled Pink Tropical Island Iced Tea

Tickled Pink Tropical Island Iced Tea

Ingredients:

• 30 mls Spiced Rum
• 30 mls Gin
• 30mls Vodka
• 30mls Tequila
• 30mls Cointreau or Triple Sec
• 60mls Guava Nectar
• 60mls Soda Water
• 30mls Fresh Lime Juice
• Lime wedges to garnish

Method:
Pour all the ingredients into a tall, large ice-filled glass. Top with the soda water and gently stir. Garnish with lime wedges and enjoy...responsibly of course! ;)

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Shangri-La's Boracay Resort & Spa, Philippines

Dramatically situated on a lush hillside within an eco-reserve, Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa is a spectacular hotel offering sensational luxury to its discerning guests. Rich with sprawling grounds and secluded beaches, this Boracay hotel is a destination all on its own with an impressive variety of restaurants and leisure facilities, including a tranquil spa village.

One of the first deluxe Boracay resorts to open on the island, Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa brings new levels of luxury to this fabulous tropical destination, with 219 room, suites and villas in a classic-yet-contemporary style infused with local cultural influences.

Located in the northern part of the island, the Resort's secluded setting includes 350 metres of pristine beachfront and 12 hectares of grounds that are home to a number of interesting and rare species of wildlife.

The Resort, with its fun-filled Entertainment Centre and child-friendly Adventure Zone, is an ideal vacation spot for families, while Shangri-La's signature CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La is a sanctuary for those desiring to be pampered and indulged. An impressive selection of restaurants and bars also makes the Resort the island's foremost dining destination.

Image Source: Kiwi Collection

Tropical Inspiration...

Surf & Sand Resort, Laguna Beach, California

 

Surf and Sand Resort, resembling a sun-washed Mediterranean Village, lies on California’s Laguna Beach shoreline where the waves of the Pacific meet 500 feet of pristine sand.

All 167 guest rooms and 16 suites at Surf & Sand command spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Part of a recent $3 million renovation, guest rooms have been refreshed with a new California coastal design that’s both timeless and elegant. A palette of ocean colors can be seen in textiles and custom furnishings. Original artwork, luxurious linens and new modern lighting provide comprehensive contemporary comforts, while private furnished balconies extend the coastal experience further.

For decades the Surf & Sand pool has been a popular draw for couples and families alike. Completely refreshed in 2010, the pool deck has been transformed into a haven for complete escape. New modern cabanas, a wave-inspired structure, cozy chaise lounges and a poolside bar add a contemporary touch, while a scenic tile mural by a local artist further embraces the charm of Laguna Beach.

Source: Kiwi Collection and Surf and Sand Resort

Summer 2012 Photoshoot

I am pretty bad at keeping surprises so just had to share these pics from our latest photoshoot with you all!

Escape to Paradise now has 6 main style categories - Natural, Tropical, Classical, Neutral, Coastal and Nautical, so we designed the shoot around these themes.  We hope you like! x

P.S Keep an eye on the blog for more pics from the photoshoot coming soon...

Spring is Here!

Spring is finally here so now is the perfect time to start planning your Spring decorating ideas.

Here are 10 hot spring décor ideas and tips for your home that won’t cost you a bundle:

1. Clean out that clutter!
This is a great time to clean out the clutter that has been collecting over the past few months. Open up the drapes, get some sunshine in your room and clean out all that extra stuff that’s lying around.

2. Clean up your front!
Take this time to clean out the front doorstep and make it more inviting for people. Sweep the stoop, dust out the mats, clean the windows, etc.

3. Bring on the green!
Now is time to get rid of those old dusty silk plants and flowers and bring out some fresh flowers, greenery and lively plants. Spring is a great time for brightening up the home.

4. Clean out the fireplace!
If you have a fireplace that you’ve been using all winter, now is a great time to clean it out. Even if you still need to use it on a few chilly nights, it’s still a great idea to clean out all those old ashes and soot now.

5. Redo your rugs!
If you have rugs throughout your home, this may be a great chance to switch them out for spring or summer rugs. If you don’t have any to switch out, try moving them to different rooms throughout your home for a fresher look and also be sure to clean them properly and remove any dust build up.

6. Let in the light!
This is a great time to begin opening your shades and window coverings, cleaning your windows, using sheer curtains and finding other ways of letting that great spring sunshine into your home.

7. Clean your fans!
If you have ceiling fans in your home, take time to clean and dust them properly, including lights and fixtures, and change the direction in which your fans are blowing.

8. Create a window box!
Another great craft/décor idea is to create a lovely springtime window box for display. It’s fun to do and it looks great.

9. Spring scents!
Remember that a clean-smelling home is all the more inviting. Instead of wasting money on sprays and other products designed to make your home smell better, create your own spring scents. Try a simmering pot of cloves and cinnamon or dried flower leaves to give your entire home a great scent.

10. Check your accessories!
Look around your home at your wall décor and other accessories. This is a great time to revamp the décor look in your home by changing some simple accessories to more spring-like designs, colours and patterns. Escape to Paradise cushions are perfect to add some colour to your home.