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Hi, I'm Anna the Editor of Beauty and Lace. This website was my first baby and since its launch, I've gained two kids (plus one on the way), a husband and a puppy!

We want to keep this space positive, we are all about sharing the things we love - and avoiding the things we don't. Happy reading x

Recipe: Zeppole

August 14, 2018 by lace Leave a Comment

by Carla Caruso, author of The Right Place (Harlequin HQ) I have many fond memories of cooking with my late nonna—or Italian grandma—growing up. One thing you could always count on her bringing out at Christmastime was zeppole. (Deep-fried dough balls for the uninitiated.) These weren’t like the fancy ones you get at cafes but peasant-style, imperfectly-shaped ones, using … [Read more...]

The Elf on the Shelf

November 13, 2017 by lace Leave a Comment

The Elf on the Shelf has become a popular tradition in many homes, and if you have been putting it off - this year is the perfect time to create a little magic. The idea came from Carol Aebersold, who originally introduced the idea into her home. As we all know, Santa is very busy this time of year and an elf is very good at making sure the kids aren’t being naughty, but … [Read more...]

Creating The Perfect Reading Haven For Your Bedroom

September 27, 2016 by lace 1 Comment

More than three quarters of people who read regularly say that it improves their life and makes them feel good, according to The Reading Agency. It’s easy to see why. A good book takes us away from the stresses and strains of our daily lives like nothing else can. Yet, while a book can prove a great escape, we often need the right environment to relax in and allow ourselves … [Read more...]

Beauty Book Wish List

October 30, 2014 by lace Leave a Comment

Bookworld is an online store with an extensive range of books in a variety of genres. The website offers fast, free postage within Australia as well as savings below RRP on many of its titles. We regularly publish reviews of fictional novels, and most of them you will find at Bookworld, but today I will be focusing on something a little different (and as a beauty writer, … [Read more...]

Hair By Kevin Murphy

June 16, 2014 by lace Leave a Comment

To celebrate 10 years since launching his line of eponymous hair products, internationally renowned styling god, Kevin Murphy, has launched a limited edition book ‘Hair, By Kevin Murphy’. A master of his profession, no one understands the power of transformative hair better than Kevin Murphy. Murphy’s impressive career spans more than three decades, during which time he has … [Read more...]