Hello there, it's Sharalee from A Life More Fabulous, very excited to be guest blogging here at Desmond and Beatrice and sharing some great finds for the shakers, bakers and kitchen mess makers in your life. Unfortunately we can't all live in the Desmond and Beatrice kitchen, but with perhaps with the right kitchen accessories you just might inspire your very own domestic goddess. As we're running a little short on holiday shopping time, I've narrowed it down to a one stop shop for the most retail bang for the least holiday madness... and so, we're off to Anthropologie (and old favourite and one of the best new shops to come to town).

Of course, nothing gets you in the mood to set out and start some magic like stepping out in style, even if it is just into the kitchen. With the least apron-y aprons ever, you'll be finding excuses to cook wearing these (and double them as sundresses all summer long!)

Of course, what would the perfect oufit be without the perfect accesories?

Here are some quick picks-

{Clockwise l to r:}

1- Ikat bowls - love, love this bright bold pattern. These are just limited to the kitchen, use them as a stylish little catch all anywhere - for keys, jewellery or whatever needs a stylist place to land.

2- This punchy little magnetic timer would add a sunny spot in the kitchen of any cook - from the three minute egg timer to the twenty three minute souffle.

3- A little personalized touch and because we're never too busy baking to stop for a quick cup of tea.

4- This little beauty hides and secures the most important thing of all - butter. An ingredient so incredible deserves a little extra special presentation.

When all else fails, don't let the madness of holiday shopping get you down...

{I happen to know a great little bakery...}

Happy, happy holidays - wish you lots of fun and yummy treats!

xo

{All photos: Anthropologie; Poster: Jenny Bake Shop}