I used to white-knuckle my way through the holiday season. The calendar sometimes felt too thick to navigate, barely enough white space to catch a breath between out-of-town guests, Christmas programs, your fourth batch of gingerbread for Aunt Margaret’s cookie exchange. For a gal prone to quiet and space, the bustle of holidays have often
Work + Projects
My (Updated) Bedroom
If you’ve ever visited my home, you’ll notice a pretty stark aversion to color in… pretty much every room. It’s not that I can’t appreciate a great hue (obviously), it’s just that white is so… calming. And peaceful. And clean. All of the things I long for my home to be (even though, in the
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inspiration
Fall At Last!
Of all the seasons I’m most excited about parenting in, fall’s top on my list – filled to the brim with apple orchards and cozy weekends and winding hayrides. My favorite coffeehouse’s signature drink has returned and the outside world is settling back into a family routine after a long summer of adventure and exploration
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ARCHIVES
The Compliment Fairy
Diana HajAhmad sent over a link to her latest project, The Compliment Fairy. A student of Stefan Sagmeister at the School of Visual Arts MFA Design, she asked herself: Can design touch someone’s heart? Her answer is a resounding yes, as is mine. Just watch.
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ART + DESIGN
a surprise ball.
Ahhh! Watching someone else open their surprise ball is almost as fun as opening one yourself. LINK: MISAKO MIMOKO
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ART + DESIGN
a watercolor video.
If you’re feeling sluggish this morning, Bradley Hyppa can help. LINK: LITTLE PAPER PLANES p.s. You know what else can help? A kickin’ giveaway coming right up…
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ART + DESIGN
six minutes of awesome.
I spent a few minutes this morning watching a Vice magazine video about London artist collective THIS IS IT. Totally inspiring, completely creative. Cut to 3:32 for an inspiring moment of celebration. Makes you want to go make something, yes?
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ART + DESIGN
a smokin’ music video.
My new friend Cariann knows I love colored smoke these days, so she sent over a link to this fun music video (screenshot above). The song is suuuper relaxing, so don’t listen if you’re feeling a nap coming on. BUT, do watch the smoke, b/c its absolutely gorgeous. LINK: OLAFUR ARNALDS on VIMEO