London, Art, Shopping, Giveaway Winner

I have been shopping, can you guess where?

A quick dash in and out to pick up my giveaway prize.

THE WINNER

Marina Saclley @ Iced VoVo's

The sun was shining on London on Saturday and we decided to make

the most of it before the rain came along. 

You can see from the photos that the clouds were moving in.....

We all made the most of the sunshine.

and then they came... rain clouds.

When the rain came we dashed into the 

National Portrait Gallery to mix with the Gods.

You can read about it here.

and added a little retail therapy into the mix over here.

Hope you all had a fab weekend...

sending best wishes for a wonderful week!

images via me

image of Eileen Brent via postcard

refer to link above for more details.

A Fortnum and Mason Giveaway

How many times have I mentioned Fortnum and Mason 

in my blogging life? This makes ten! 

For those of you who are not familiar with this store, 

it is located on Piccadilly in London.

It is one of my all time favourite spots in London.

I know each floor intimately....

I guess you could say I have a bit of a crush.

My F&M teaccup and saucer

My F&M hamper, honey pots and jam jar.

The store is fab, the location is perfect.  

I nip into Fortnum and Mason for tea or lunch, 

walk a few doors down to Hatchards to get lost in the floors and floors
of wonderful books and then head across the street to the Royal Academy of Arts 
to view the latest exhibition.  Bond Street, New Bond Street, St James Steet,
Jermyn Street and more are an easywalk from the store.

My F&M apron...with long tie.

Chef's Apron Giveaway

Every time I stop into Fortnum and Mason, 

I pick up a little something...and I have done the same 

for the lucky winner of my giveaway.
For you: the Black and Cream Chef's Apron.

What do I love about this Chef's Apron?
It is nice and long and has equally long
ties.... enough for a bow in the front.
I like that.

The bow... on me.

It is simple, elegant and easy to iron too!
Ironing?
Yes...100% cotton needs ironing.

You will look ever so smart when you do. :)

via Fortnum and Mason

Fortnum and Mason says about their Black and Cream Chef's Apron.....

"Look smart in the kitchen in this traditional black and cream chef's apron. 

Made in crisp 100% cotton with a simple but elegant design, 

we feel sure it will improve your culinary skills"

Has it improved my culinary skills?
Not quite, but I am working on it. :)

Want to know more about Fortnum and Mason? View this...

How do I love Fortnum and Mason?
Let me count the posts...

 Mr. H and Madame Blogger: here

Christmas Hampers: here

 Playing Hookie: here

A Royal Sweetie: here
Fickle Female and the X Factor: here
10th photo: Perfect Moment: here (see comments)

Daydreaming at Fortnum and Mason: here

Snowy Night, London Lights and King's College Choir: here
A Picnic, A Morris Minor and the Chelsea Flower Show: here

TO ENTER MY GIVEAWAY:
Just leave a comment below.
If you do not have a blog,
could you let me know how to reach you?

Entries close Monday 19 September
6:00pm
(UK time)

Best wishes to one and all for a fabulous week!
xxx

PS..
I am thinking about starting 'The Brown Paper Book Club'. 
Have a look here and let me know what you think?
Could it work?