Life via Instagram

It's a running joke with friends(one in particular namely Sage.. not that I'm naming names) that all I do on the coast is 'potter around'. Which I deeply contest is NOT TRUE!! I admit life on the coast is not as 'crazy busy' as city friends and I'd happily lose the competition on that front I'm much too busy taking photos. Unfortunately this post only serves to reaffirm my so-called pottering lifestyle. But I'm not complaining... life via Instagram is looking pretty sweet...

 

The garden is brimming with beautiful Autumn flowers, Camellia's being my favourite. Autumn/Winter flowers along with beautiful & mostly clear days make it easier to ease into the cooler seasons.

Serene mornings walk along the water...

and stunning sunsets.

 

With the abundance of autumn flowers I've been getting into my favourite art, 'flower mashing'! I gave a p;d top a new lease of life by covering it with natural flower imprints. I found this wonderful idea in India Flint's book Eco Colour!

 Old worn boats have been inspiring discoveries on my daily walks - works of art

Escapes to Sydney are still essential(to counter balance the pottering). Last weekend I visited the new Koskela store located in Rosebury! Wow this is one inspiring place... not to mention the fabulous food by Kitchen By Mike who shares the open warehouse space.  If your loving the feel of the space The Design Files did a beautiful feature on them today. Can't wait for my next Sydney visit! 

Last but not least I have been dining true Central Coast style at Fisherman's Wharf, Woy Woy.  I have been capturing a collection of photos each time which deserve a separate post of their own. Owner's Sam and his family have made a regular of me with The Wharf's stunning location, fresh & tasty food and a great selection of drinks at Happy Hour! I wish I was there tonight!

Better get going if I want to catch another spectacular sunset to end my busy busy week..
Enjoy your weekend whatever your style xx

Spider's tale

This morning's walk was full of fog & dew and all things spidery! Not for the faint-hearted, every tree was dripping with spider's webs. Literally! To add to the eerie mystical feel standing out on the big boulders where you'd usually have amazing views of the ocean was just thick voids of endless fog... very 'Picnic at Hanging Rock'.  One of our Instagram friend's Orangepoppy described the web image at the top as a 'delicate lace net', I like that. What about you... can you stand spiders??

Hard to believe this was this morning as it turned out to be a beautiful sunny 27 degrees!
Enjoy your weekend xx

Low-tide journey to Hardys Bay

Happy New Year to you all, I hope it's off to a great start!
Nearly two weeks into the new year... can you believe it!? I think I'm officially back from my holiday hiatus and ready to begin Elkhorn 2012! Definitely all relaxed-out if that's possible. 
I've missed the Elkhorn blog, Elkhorn and the Central Coast! It's so great to be back, especially with these few days of proper Summer.
I thought I'd begin the year in sharing this mornings instagram journey to one of my favourite local walks that always sets me up for a great start to the day. Timing's important for this walk unless you would prefer to swim... You can only access the track at low-tide which makes it extra adventurous...

 The Rip Bridge to Hardys Bay(via sludgy water tracks)

The beginning - View from The Rip Bridge to Fishermans Bay

Looking down from Fishermans Parade

muddy flats of Rileys Bay

my dream home

These mud flats are home to millions of little crabs that hide away within seconds

Glimpses through the bay

Lots of tranquil untouched greenery

 

coffee and recovery time at The Fat Goose

now ready to start the day!

Hardys Bay!

These are just half the photos I took! It was hard to stop where I did... so many beautiful spots. If I didn't lose you half way and you'd like to see more then head over to our new Elkhorn Instagram page. Where you can choose to follow Elkhorn Instagram if your heart desires! Can wait to get into the New Year and see you all at the Markets soon!! xx