Deep in the heart of Daylesford! Okay, maybe not deep in the heart. As Daylesford is actually a fairly small town, and we really only wandered around the main street. However, for those of you who don’t know Daylesford, it’s not a far drive from Melbourne, which makes it a popular weekend destination, and it is well-known for its mineral springs and spas which make it an ideal destination anytime!
The weather was nice, so the Fashion Mister and I put the top down on ChaCha Diva and made the drive over for lunch and a little wandering. There are two things I love about Daylesford; 1) there are some great cafe’s, Boccocini is my favourite, and 2) there are some adorable little shops to browse around in. So after stopping for lunch…at Boccocini of course, the Fashion Mister and I wandered around and I took photos of all things heart-shaped.
Heart Soap at Frances Pilley
Bubbly Heart: These little soap hearts looked so pretty in their wooden box. But then absolutely everything at Frances Pilley is lovely! Including the shop assistant, who was nice enough to let me get a pic of her that I will share another day.
Heart Truffles at the Chocolate Shoppe
9 of Hearts chocolates
Melting Heart: These chocolate hearts were so pretty and reminded me of the chocolate shops in France. When the owner of the shop came over to chat, I soon realized why…he is French!
Many Hearts – Beat as One
Painted Heart at Benjamin Bandicoot
The Fashion Mister thought of me when he saw these hearts
Metal Heart
How do you like your Heart?
Painted Hearts: Benjamin Bandicoot had the best selection of all things heart related. I’m always impressed how they can have so many seasonally themed items in the shop without going over the top. They carry clothing, gift ware and home wares, all of which are very reasonably priced. I can never resist picking up a Christmas ornament from BB before the holiday season.
Twisted Heart
Twisted Heart: Just next to Benjamin Bandicoot is one shop that I have never managed to get out of without buying something! They have the best finishing touches for home decorating and this trip was no different. We found a couple of metal trees that we are going to hang as the headboard to our bed. Actually the Fashion Mister came up with the idea and I think it will look great. Once they are up, I’ll get some photos to see what you all think. I’m stalling here because I have drawn a blank on the name of the shop…pretty sure the word Wombat appears in the name…which makes sense that I can’t resist it because I love wombats!
If you are in regional Victoria, I highly recommend you make a stop deep in the heart of Daylesford. I’m sure it will steal your heart just as it has stolen mine.
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February 5th, 2013 at 03:45
so delicate, really loved it
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February 5th, 2013 at 08:03
Thank you Ingrid!
It was fun focusing on just hearts for a day.
Cheers,
Laura
February 5th, 2013 at 08:23
I would love to try the truffles in the super cute bags, I love truffles especially in cute packaging.
February 5th, 2013 at 08:24
I love all things chocolate!
Especially truffles.
They were very pretty, I may have to go back and get the Fashion Mister a pack for Valentine’s Day…with the hope that he shares of course!
Cheers,
Laura
February 5th, 2013 at 17:26
I HEART all of these very pretty phots xx K
February 5th, 2013 at 18:49
Thanks K!
It was kind of cool to focus my attention on one item and trying to collect as many of them as I could.
Cheers,
Laura
February 5th, 2013 at 23:19
Hearty post, Moneypenny! Lots of tempting things you are showing here. I fall for the twisted heart.
Daylesford sounds like heaven for shoppers. Too bad – or great… depends;-) – it would be a too long “drive” from here!
Cheers, Miss M.
February 6th, 2013 at 07:52
It would be a long drive, unless Q made you a super speed land/water craft.
Daylesford is a great place to do a little shopping and eating!
The twisted heart was my favourite too.
Cheers,
Laura
xx
February 6th, 2013 at 06:30
Love it! Also, I think you really, really need that paperweight (is it a paper weight?). Either way, it surely is fitting! xx
February 6th, 2013 at 07:59
Yes, it is a paperweight.
The Fashion Mister agrees with you. Maybe it will show up as a Valentine gift.
Cheers,
Laura
February 19th, 2013 at 00:05
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February 24th, 2013 at 00:06
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