dance

Lately, I have been dancing. After 8 years, I have finally started taking lessons in tribal belly dance. I can't tell you how good it feels! I have also been amazed by how little I really use my body in everyday life. Just the challenge of moving my knees to move my hips without moving my shoulders has required a lot of focus and energy. I'm all inspired...

So, just for something different I wanted to share this video I found just the other day. Looking forward to seeing more male dancers, and getting to tribe fest one day...

planning...

I'm having fun helping my sister with her wedding plans. Those of you who know me know I'm not into the wedding thing much, so it has been interesting for me to get to see this side of our culture. I guess it's a good thing that I'm not the 'odd one out' on this issue in my family. All the women in my family are quite practical and would prefer to do most things ourselves, especially when it comes to such a special event.

So, even though my sisters, my Mum and I all spent a Saturday going around to the bridal shops so Tiff could try on dresses (which was an experience in itself!) my youngest sister Gabi will be making the dress, Mum and I are already coming up with ideas for the jewellery, invites, and other stunning accessories.

I decided to make a treasury of etsy finds to show off a few things to inspire...

... and I intend to make a few more to share with Tiff. As we live several hours apart this seems like such a great way to bounce ideas back and forth.

And it seems that The Crafty DiY Bride blog likes the idea too. Go check out the blog for more wedding ideas.

wednesday wish list

its all about hats today...