A Very Special Man..My Dad

Over the last month I have had my Dad of 85years staying with  me whilst hubby has been overseas
I have to admit that I enjoyed everyday spent with this wonderful man
He may be slow on walking but his wit and cheeky smile is never far away ..
I just hope I still have a sense of humour like he has when I reach that  age (god willing)
My dad was a hard working man that worked long hours to provide for us  we were no way what you would have  called  rich that was for sure..
 but I don't think we missed out on very  much or maybe our needs were just less..
Mum was always the nurturer of the family and the person you went to when you needed advice or just  to talk about what was troubling you
But now with the passing of darling Mum
 Dad has taken on that role and even though you may have to repeat the story twice or sometimes three times so he hears all the details after saying what is worrying you  a few times it all doesn't seem that a big of an issue...

I have to say that there are not  many good men left like this one in the world
but I guess we got lucky..!!!

Love you Dad xxx

Happy Mothers Day ..xx

To Mothers who celebrate this special day enjoy..
and  Mothers who are celebrating this Day as a first time Mother which includes my daughter
have a wonderful day !
I have the honour of having the title Grandma this year  a name I have longed to be called
Benjamin you have brought so much love and joy to me in just 5 months xx

Also to Mothers who are not here you are never forgotten and are always in our hearts
my mother was such a loving Mother and I hope I will be loved as much as her Grandchildren  continue to love and remember her this week it would have been Mums birthday 84th  hard to imagine even harder to think that it will be 15 years that she passed

Again Have a wonderful day dear mothers and enjoy
Michelle xx

Back After So Long ....

Back after such along time ...
Well as many of you would know that after 14 years at my store
Kerri and I closed the store to have more time with our families now we both have become Granma's last year
As you can imagine we both felt great  sadness in saying goodbye to so many beautiful customers over the years many  who have become  friends that we have shared many special moments in our lives
some happy , sometimes sad ...
I have continued the website with a French Nordic feel with products from jean d Arc Living with books and a select range of homewares
So I hope you can come  and keep in touch with me on this blog and also facebook and don't forget to take a pick at the new look website www.shabbysheilas.com
Love to you
Michelle xx
PS if you want see the reason why things have changed I have posted an image of my darling Grandson Benjamin who is now nearly 5 months

Decorating Style 2013

 Teal Blue is a current decorating colour for 2013
look for many of these products at our store

Shabby Sheilas store in Newcastle NSW

 

Autumn 2013 at Shabby Sheilas

Words to Inspire..

Beautiful Quilts

Something to snuggle up under now the nights are getting cooler

Our gorgeous Jersey Cotton Rosette Quilts

Easter at Shabby's

Look whats new for Easter

Just Arrived

Just arrived the latest Jeanne D Arc Living magazine from Denmark featuring Easter decorating.

New in store !

This is what we are loving in store this month - relaxed living!

January Trading Hrs

Store Re opens Tuesday 10th
Store hrs Tuesday - Friday 11am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Closed Mondays
Our Bliss at Home label will be drastically reduced. Come in and say hi.
Regards Kerri & Michelle

Happy New Year 2012

Michelle and I have decided to keep you up to date in 2012 with our favourite design style and introduce you to all the products that we love.
We are both dedicated to our families - christmas surrounded by our loved ones, such a special time of year.
At my house this year presents waiting to be given with love and Danish decorations.

Christmas Gifts

Christmas is upon us once again and we have a wonderful selection of gifts to tick all the boxes on your lists, as well as some stunning new pieces to decorate your home for the holiday season.
Here are some ideas to help you -

** Vintage Wrapped Belgian Chocolates **




** Soy Candles From USA Starting At $20 **



** Pip Crockery **
** Lazybones Quilts And Cushions**
** A Large Selection Of "BLISS AT HOME " Tableclothes, Napkins, Garden Parasols and Cushions -
These Are Exclusive To SHABBY SHEILAS **
** We Are So Excited To Be Stockists Of The GEORGEOUS "JEANNE D' ARC LIVING" MAGAZINE AS WELL AS A SELECTION OF THEIR FAMOUS LINEN TEA TOWLES, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAIN DROPS AND CUSHIONS.

LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU SOON !!

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM SHABBY SHEILAS

Christmas Gifts

Christmas is upon us once again and we have a wonderful selection of gifts to tick all the boxes on your lists, as well as some stunning new pieces to decorate your home for the holiday season.
Here are some ideas to help you -

** VINTAGE WRAPPED BELHIAN CHOCOLATES

Christmas Goodies are on there way...

Our Christmas goodies will be arriving in store any day now ..
But ..July this year we finally had a Christmas in July it was so much fun
How quick the time has passed and the real deal is coming soon
We have some photos taken by Melanie ( French Blue and Peachey Pink Blog)
to share

Spring has Sprung ...!!

Last week at Nobbys Beach in Newcastle was such a beautiful day it felt as though Spring has sprung

We are happy to share a sneak peek at was is coming to Shabby Sheilas for Summer 2011

New Range from Bliss At Home

along with some wonderful cushions and floral throws