While I should be researching mattresses… I digress. Prior to having a home I was roaming around and came upon antique olive jars. I ran my hands along one of the large voluptuous beauties and felt an instant connection. I love them in the garden, the bathroom, grouped in corners. So beautiful, looking to collect a few of my own.
It’s around this time I begin to consider what I’d give up for a sweet inviting place to call mine on a patch of greenery, by the lake. Though I’m sure it could spiral into much more, I imagine needing several buckets of white paint, a great flea market, and a little help from my friends, to realize the dream. I picture living quaintly, built in bunks fit for adults, maximizing the small space- baskets of fresh fruit, killer playlists, and fresh white linens… and a dock… and my peeps.
I like boiled whitefish, my hips are tight, and am an avid crossworder. Maybe I’m hardwired in dog years? To get the crossword, I’ll do most anything. I subscribed to the Toronto Star solely for the purpose of puzzling, trashing the rest, and reading other publications online, I’ve noted coffee shops in other cities where I can sit and synonymize with the purchase of one everlasting espresso shot, I’ve considered brokering deals with my neighbour whereby I purchase their day old papers at a discounted price, and I’ve stolen… When I was living in my in-laws golf community, I took the crossword out of a few papers that piled up in the driveway of a house across the street (they must have been away, there was about a week’s worth)- in other words I thieved the elderly’s sport right from their property- let’s call this rock bottom. Stores sell papers. Seems like a rip off. They sell books of them- absolute no. Printers and internet an option too- blugh, that’s like telling Keith Richard’s to play guitar hero. Having one puzzle a day is the only way to expand my brain and force myself to complete, I need the crunch of the newspaper beneath the blade of my hand, and a felt tip pen (pencils are for non committal rookies.) I have been crossword free for a few days now… Time to get back in the game.
p.s. FYI Oreo’s are Vegan- chew on that… mentally, not physically. Unbelievable how one can misconstrue the way in which to achieve Beyonce’s ass.
it’s sunday funday brunchday- honestly… i’m actually not a bruncher. however… if i were to purchase a crusty bread for loved ones to enjoy, i would like to serve it on one of these boards. if i had no guests, i’d be happy to leave it displayed leaning against the wall of my kitchen counter. they’re good for chopping, serving, displaying… a few different sizes look right together- maybe one with cheese, another with baguette, a third with charcuterie. love the look- love the function.
when i was in greece i stayed in this house on a tiny island called hydra. upon first entrance i was filled with curiosity and awe as to how the architect built all the little nooks for living within the house. beds were built in, kitchen, sofas, from what i remember most furniture in general was part of the structure. i think it’s an interesting space solution, have seen it mostly in bench style outdoors, but i like the idea of taking it inside, a sofa in a den, a sectional in a living room, a reading nook in a bedroom, could give a space a touch of european vacation home feel- with chic casual customization.
i’m seeing a lot of slatting these days- perhaps the modern decorators answer to the reclaimed wood wall? i particularly like it as a fence option- further, am attracted to it painted a soft black. what’s nice is it creates some concealment without sacrificing natural light. i think it’s also an interesting option for window shutters, looks right in a bathroom, and a nice textured element for the garden.
chrome more shiny… steel, often brushed, a little less polished- both apply to the point in case. this post is credited to my mom for professing her love for the brno chair- it sparked my interest. our conversation then went on to discuss how couches must be based with thin metal legs if there is a leg, no clunkity wood blocks- but that is not this post, and also way obvious. regardless, these chairs have a modern yet retro appeal and add another element that is as easy to work in to the mix as your whites, neutrals, woods, and marbles.
i’m very attracted to photos with natural wood elements these days. in particular, loving the stair au natural, a built in shelving unit, obv a wide plank floor, and open to much more… brings natural warmth to a minimal space.
i’m in full support of the rattan redux movement. i love it’s versatility- adds a warm organic feel indoors and out. beyond it’s natural beauty it’s a pretty economical way to represent your laissez faire style. i’m feeling a lot of global inspired colourful renditions will be coming our way in the trend circuit. mix it with modern, keep it relaxed, chic it up with black paint- anything goes.
being jo 