Thursday, February 10, 2011

[ a happy place ]

THE PERFECT CURE for the winter blues? A trip to the Cath Kidston store! This is one shop that is guaranteed to perk you up - her colourful patterns are so happy and playful - a perfect distraction to less-than-perfect weather!

[all pics by me on my iPhone]

I've picked up a few things on my visits: fabric, tea towels, shoe bags, a tote, a passport cover and I love how her patterns mix so well together. I'm eyeing those spotty plates right about now....

lisa
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24 comments:

  1. TinaFebruary 10, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    Absolutely swoon-worthy Lisa! I LOVE anything Cath Kidston! Thanks for sharing:) ~ Tina xx

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  2. UrbanstemsFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    I get giddy when I go in there! Sinead x

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  3. RazmatazFebruary 10, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Cath Kidson, come to Canada.

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  4. jeanette from everton terraceFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    That little girl's sweater is too sweet for words.

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  5. LeanneFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    hope you're bringing some of that home!...love it. i would want one of everything....or at least a handful of dishtowels.

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    How fun! I wish there was a store my way... I would love to visit! xo

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  7. LynneFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Hi Lisa!

    Looks like you are having fun!

    I just love Cath's retro spunk!
    It's like looking at stuff from my childhood that's been to heaven and back!

    *Lynne*

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  8. MeelingFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    So fun! You couldn't possibly be in a bad mood after visiting her store. :-D

    I'm with you on those polka dots...too cute!!

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  9. Formerly known as FrauFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Love all the colors and patterns! That store is a definite stop if ever in Ireland again...off to google wonder if she is other places too! Have a great day!

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  10. Kellie CollisFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Lovely shop! I want those heart buttons! Have a gorgeous day, Kellie xx

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  11. All things nice...February 10, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    My nearest CK shop is over 2 hours away so I am rarely ever there. Thanks for sharing

    All things nice...

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  12. Anna K.February 10, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    I honestly don't think I could go there without going bankrupt... Eeek!

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  13. birdie blueFebruary 10, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    cath is my happy place. love the spotty plates you're thinking of...you need them.

    i don't think i could practice any restraint. i'd definitely have to pick up the new cupcake/fairy cake sleeves.

    and the little rose cardy for my daughter rosie.

    xo
    ~molly

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  14. Jen @ RamblingRenovatorsFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Love it. Just the antidote I need to this chilly wintry day.

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    I absolutely adore the patters and colors she uses! So beautiful! Xoxoxo 1942charm.blogspot.com

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  16. Anna @ IHODFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    This looks like the perfect retreat for a Saturday morning. Love the style of this shop:)

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  17. EDYTA & CO. INTERIOR DESIGNFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Very cute! I can't see how you can be unhappy being surrounded by all these pretty flowers and colorfool polka dots!
    Happy Thursday evening and Friday :)
    :)

    xo
    Edyta
    http://edytaandco.blogspot.com/

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  18. Privet and HollyFebruary 11, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    I've promised my
    girl a trip to
    Ireland before she
    graduates HS, so
    hoping it will be
    in the cards by
    2013. If we do go
    to Dublin, this
    shop would most
    definitely be on
    our radar ~ LOVE it!
    Wouldn't it be
    fun if we could meet
    you for tea, afterwards??
    xx Suzanne
    PS: My LISA ROY came
    this week and I have
    had a zillion compliments
    all about town!!

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  19. quintessenceFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Her shop is adorable and there's truly something for everyone - such a cheerful place!

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  20. Lissa PierceFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    This shop would definitely help with the winter blues. Love all those wonderful patterns!

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  21. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum}February 11, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    What a fun store!!!! I love places like that...for some reason I never buy anything in them, but have the best time looking at all the treasures.

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  22. Simple HomeFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    How lucky you are to be able to go into a Cath Kidston store! Loved all the photos.
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  23. SarahFebruary 12, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    OMG! beautiful post, lucky you - I LOVE Cath Kidston!! I want all of it!! :))

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  24. Tiffany from HOLIDAYFebruary 14, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    i so wish there was a store in the us! i was so excited when the ny opened, only for it to close not too long after. sigh...

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