I am all about pretty things and am drawn to any shop that stocks items that appeal to my vintage and shabby chic style. Heart and Home is a new online gift shop that is right up my alley. They stock an array of beautiful accessories that are unique, charming and affordable, from both international and local suppliers. Take a look at some of their stunning range in the pictures below… Heart and Home specializes in home accessories, soft furnishings and gifts for children and adults, many of which are hand made. Each product is carefully selected to ensure a …  Read More »

Dr Hauschka has just launched a new line of beautiful Body Moisturizers. I love the ethos of Dr Hauschka – all the ingredients in their products are certified natural and organic – so am always pleased to find an addition to their lovely range. There are 5 different Body Moisturizers available and each one has unique properties and a delicious scent! Almond Body Moisturizer is known for its intensive nourishing and moisturizing properties. The scent of this moisturizer takes the senses on a journey through a land of fragrance. This choice smoothes dry, sensitive skin and restores its silky feel …  Read More »

The winner of the Coco li competition is…. *Drum roll please* Entrant no 5 Vickie Gibson CONGRATULATIONS VICKIE!! I hope you have lots of fun spoiling yourself with something pretty from Coco li! Thanks to Coco li for generously sponsoring this competition. Stay tuned for more chances to win coming soon….

Last week I wrote a post about the loveliest little shop I recently came across called Coco li (see my Coco Li review here) Well, I am thrilled to announce that I am giving away a R300 gift voucher from Coco li to one lucky reader!! What a treat to be able to browse around this beautiful space to your hearts’ delight and pick something pretty for yourself (or someone else if you’re feeling extra generous!!) There is so much to choose from – beautiful jewellery, stunning swimwear and sleepwear, cute ceramics, sublime smelling bath products and delightful dresses. I …  Read More »

Today I have great pleasure in announcing the winner of the Glossybox competition…. CONGRATULATIONS to entrant no 2 – Wan-Thing Chang Wan-Thing please contact me asap so I can arrange for your Glossybox to be delivered. And if you didn’t win this time you can always order your own Glossybox. I’m led to believe that the April box is going to be FAB! Remember Glossybox is the ideal way to try out high-end beauty products before you buy the full-priced item. GlossyBox is designed to offer beauty lovers an easy way to test luxury products from international brands to find …  Read More »

Today I am pleased to announce the names of a few more winners! It’s almost as good as winning myself (almost!) I have selected 5 no’s via Random.org and the lucky winners of The Help competition are: Lisa Marlene Emma Tamra G Thorne If you are one of the lucky winners please do email me with your contact details so I can arrange for delivery of your prize asap! Thank you for entering…and CONGRATULATIONS. I know you will enjoy watching the movie – it’s one of my favourites!

I am thrilled to announce the winner of the R300 voucher for vinyl wall stickers from Pink ‘n Posh! Random.org selected no 32! Congratulations Annabel The words I love are: “If music be the food of love, then play on”, “love and cook with wild abandon” and of course, “Always kiss me goodnight” Looking forward to hearing what design you choose! Remember to send me a picture once you’ve revamped your decor with your decals! Here are a few to inspire you! Please contact me with your details to claim your prize. And if you weren’t the winner but would …  Read More »

Today I am thrilled to announce a new competition on Becoming you. We are partnering with Party Things, a one stop party shop, to offer you some great prizes and exclusive discounts on kids party paraphernalia! Party Things is a great new concept in party planning allowing you to book everything for your child’s party online in one place and have it delivered to your door! They operate in the Cape Town Southern Suburbs – from Rondebosch to Muizenberg. Party Things have built up great relationships with the best suppliers in Cape Town. The offer the following: – themed tableware …  Read More »

It’s a New Year full of New Beginnings, 2012, I’m super excited to see what you have in store for this year, aren’t you??? What does seem to be waiting in the wings for so many of my friends is a new baby – it seems every second person I know is pregnant! What an exciting time of anticipating a New Life! For all those mamas-to-be’s I’m so pleased to share this exciting news with you today! Blomerus Photography specialises in Maternity, Birth and Newborn Photography. Marysol Blomerus is a Cuban-American now based in Cape Town who got a love …  Read More »

And the winner is…… Entrant no 5 Congratulations to Fiona Rossiterwho has won a R250 voucher from Smitten to spend on whatever takes her fancy in this haven of happiness! There is so much to choose from at Smitten to treat yourself or someone special (cough, cough!). Enjoy!! But even if you didn’t win hurry along and take advantage of Smitten’s longer hours this week to get a last minute pressie! Here are the details: Thanks everyone for entering this competition. Please stay tuned as Becoming you is “expecting” an exciting NEW competition in the NEW year! And wherever you …  Read More »