Monday morning Media room update

Monday (Morning?) Update.........

Ok ! I know its not monday morning, however I did start the Media Room plan of action......
This is a super fast post as I have really hungry children who's mother has been popping in & out of the room for 3 days running back to stencil.....running back out to feed/change......drink/eat.
so here it is so far.....

This was the room Before............

So this was the T.V on the wall.....It was all you could see when you looked at the wall.

 This is my wall now.......(well half of my wall)

  

 This is were the mirror lives.....No need to waste my time on wall space that no one will ever see!

  

 Me hard at work.......this was about an hour ago..........I havn't even completed half the wall!!! its taking me Forever!!

And while I was waiting for paint to dry, I sewed up these navy cushions, I love this fabric!

(They are a Lacefield Fabric in Bali Chevron) 

So did you get inspired to do a little DIY this weekend?

Mine is going to spill over into the whole week,but it does feel good to have started.

I'd love to hear what you got up to? 

Have a great week!

LL

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays!



I love the feel of the holiday's....bring on the wine & cheese!

How were your Christmas holidays?
Did you go away? We diddnt go away,we just hung around at home....We cooked (Ok so I cooked),we ate, we went on a picnic.
We had a few other things planned but then everyone got a cold.....and 1 by 1 mind you so it seemded to drag on forever!
So by the time everyone had recovered it was time for my husband to return to work.
I took a few pre christmas "hint" photos. The hint however was not taken. Oh well I might take it on as a post christmas shopping list!

I Love this,monochromatic look......

 I bought this one year in Noosa whilst on holidays & I've run out....It reminds me of our holiday everytime I smell it! (Perhaps I should go back to Noosa to purchase it??)

 Blueberry muffins....YUM....there were really good!

They are a Martha stewart recipe.

I love to harness my inner Martha...............

 

This is the start of Crepes...........

I've been making Crepes for years, & have perfected them! 

Lemon & sugar are a firm favorite in my house. 

 The clean up!!

Chorizio Frittata 

Our Picnic at the Botanic gardens, it was such a nice day, these ducks were so cute....

 I got to use my new picnic set, Its a set for 6 on wheels,it was really easy to use & made the whole experience even nicer as I had everyhting that I needed on hand. All I had to do was throw in the food & call into a bottle shop to purchse some white wine....

 Wine & cheese..........YUM!

So this was us for the holidays!

I still want to take the kids to the zoo,we havent been in years!

bring on 2014. 

What do you have install for this year, I dont really like to call them "New Year's resolutions" However upon doing a little research it seems There are other religious parallels to this tradition that go back in history and have quite a significant meaning to the starting of the new year with a clean sweep/a fresh start! a time to reflct & renew the Self!

 Through the High Holidays and culminating in Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), one is to reflect upon one's wrong doings over the year and both seek and offer forgiveness. People may act similarly during the Catholic fasting period of Lent, though the motive behind this holiday is more of sacrifice than of responsibility, in fact the practice of New Year's resolutions partially came from the Lenten sacrifices.

The concept, regardless of creed, is to reflect upon self-improvement annually.

(An adaption from wikipedia)

We'll talk "New year's resolutions" next time!. LL

HOW DO I ORDER CHALK PAINT?

Ordering is simple....

1) Pick your colour:

 

 

2) Pick the size: 

1ltr Tin- $59.95

120ml sample pot- $12.95

30ml sample pot- $5.95

3) Order Wax (Clear or dark).

250ml Tin-$20.00

4) Ordering can be done either online via the 
Blog / Facebook (via the SHOP button).
Via EMAIL: latreilledesign@gmail.com
or from one of our AUSTRALIAN RETAILERS:


If you are interested in stocking this amazing paint as an Autentico Chalk Paint Retailer please Email me at : latreilledesign@gmail.com

WHAT IS CHALK PAINT?

WHAT IS CHALK PAINT?



About our paint

History

Chalk and lime based paints have had a colorful history.

Dating back to the 14th century in Italy, natural ingredients like chalk, lime, clay, mud and even dirt have been used to create paint.

The Italians painted with these ingredients and a method called dry secco. Secco colour’s dry lighter than the colour upon application producing a distinctive chalky quality of a distempered wall.

Dry (secco) fresco paintings dating back thousands of years are still in remarkable condition. This is a paint which will keep its beautiful appearance for years to come.

Truly a paint that has survived the tests of time. 

Our inspiration 

We invested years of time and dedication to create a modern version of chalk and lime based paints, which combine their coveted history and modern technology.
We believe we have a spectacular range of chalk and lime based paints, all very environmentally friendly, with the best possible coverage and an unrivaled pallet of rich colours.

Autentico Vintage chalk paint

A superb chalk paint for furniture and walls. No extensive priming needed and sticks to almost any surface. Great for all decorative techniques.

Eco friendly

The paints we offer are water-based and free of toxic solvents and other harmful additives (VOC low).

They can also be used in situations where anti allergic and anti-bacterial features are paramount.

Autentico Paint is member of AECB, the Sustainable Building Association This organization is a network of individuals and companies with a common aim of promoting sustainable building. It brings together builders, architects, designers, manufacturers, housing associations and local authorities, to develop, share and promote best practice in environmentally sustainable building.

Important to know is that the colorants we use to tint our base products are water based and VOC-free.

Child safety

Our paints have recently been examined with regard to compliance with the latest EN71-3 EU Regulation (July 2013) with regard to Toy safety. The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS, bureau Veritas) concluded we comply in full. The amount of found and examined substances is less than 10 percent of the allowed limit and therefore Autentico Paint is safe to use on all juvenile products.

Ordering from us

Ordering from us is pretty straight forward. Autentico is being produced in Belgium and in the UK and we have offices in Melbourne. (our distribution centre for Australia). 

To order For Delivery prices around Australia, please contact Lisa via Email:     latreilledeisgn@gmail.com 

or Phone: 0419 519 416.

Paint classes

We offer paint workshops to keep you informed about the latest tips and tricks. Our studio and production unit in Melbourne is open on specific days & scheduled classes available thru out the year.

Email for Information on up & coming dates, however we are only a phone call away & always there to help.

Prices

Vintage chalk Paint- 1Ltr - 

$ 59.95.

Wax- 250 ml -  $20.00.

Sealer - 1Ltr - $ 59.95.

What’s next?

Don't forget to check out the Facebook page & my Blog for more paint samples & photos.

Compose your first order and send it to latreilledesign@gmail.com 

We are looking forward to having you as a customer. 

Warm Regards,

Lisa Latreille (Latreille Design).

Autentico Chalk paint Colours 40 to choose from!

Autentico Chalk paint Colours

40 to choose from!

Blues & Greens

 Greys & Neutrals

Whites

Brights

"AUTENTICO VINTAGE CHALK PAINT COMES IN A 1LTR TIN"

COST: $59.95

"WAX in a 250ml tin - Clear & Brown-"

Cost: $20.00