The title of this post comes from a beautiful article in Kinfolk Volume Three by David Winward. David writes about a philosophy for creating a home that is near and dear to my heart. It simply involv...
Two patterns released in a row is kind of crazy. Ive been really dragging my feet with the Broadcast Sweater pattern, but releasing the Alluvial cowl kicked me into gear. Im excited to have it out in...
When I designed this reversible cable cowl, I knew just the yarn to use for it - Tanis Fiber Arts Orange Label Cashmere/Silk Worsted weight yarn. It is so scrumptious! The cowl is knit in the round, ...
Im so sad that Mociun stopped producing clothing, her patterns were the best. However, she still makes gorgeous jewellery and recently opened a store in New York. Im new to instagram, if youre intere...
I love to buy plants when the weather is on the cusp of spring. When the days start to get longer, you can be sure Ill start to hoard living greens. Vic has collected some amazing examples of hanging...
Fancy things for fancy times. Scout & Catalogue clutch, Biko bracelet and Dieppa Restrepo Lady boots. Its nice to get dressed up, and I love to find occasions to put on my best.
When this book came along, it was exactly what I needed. Its a series of interviews with branding professionals including an anthropologist, a professor of design, a cultural critic and numerous desi...
These are beautiful birthday flowers from J done up by Alison from Coriander Girl. Today Im a quarter-century old. Thats an interesting milestone, isnt it?Twenty-four was incredible, exhausting, chal...
The last week of January meant one of my favorite events in Toronto: Come Up to My Room. One floor of the Gladstone Hotel was taken over by art installations, and Ive posted some photos of my favorit...
J and I stumbled across a message on the sidewalk in Kensington Market in early December that read: "Look what I found". In the spirit of discovery, here are some of my favorite web discoveri...
Days of low light and long nights repeat. Im looking forward to sunnier skies and taking comfort in the daily routine.
A new knit hat for winter walks in the park (and commutes to work).Ravelry Page.Replies: Elisalex: List making is my favorite thing! Perhaps I have too many... This is so me.Julie: I will take you up...
(a lovely Coriander Girl bouquet from last year)The first week of the new year always zips by. Im in awe of how fast time passes these days. I hope its not too late to chime in with my go...
(Were having a green Christmas, but this photo was taken on the first snowfall in Manitoba in November.)Wishing you a wonderful holiday with your loved ones!Thank you for all your comments and ...
George Whitman, the owner of Shakespeare and Co. bookstore in Paris, died last week. Ive long been a faraway fan of his bookstore and the ideals it encapsulates. Though I have yet to visit his store ...
(as it turns out, Cinema LAmour is a cinema of the adult variety...)I picked up my roll of black and white film this week and it got me thinking about my favorite films in black and white. Sinc...
(note: the blue wall!)I bought Steve Martins An Object of Beauty, last fall, when it was new on the shelves. I was taken with its stunning design and happy to fork over my precious penni...
Photographic print//Outfit//Skirt (Anthropologie - Sold out)//Pillow case//Polish//Scent Hi! You may not remember me, its been awhile! Its not that I forgot about this little blog, its that I st...
"I absolutely love fashion. I love doing new things and finding ways to swerve in a different direction. But one of the reasons why I try to use fabrics and cuts that don’t go out of fashion is b...
Cooler weather and grey skies (for what feels like weeks!) make me instinctively reach for a mystery novel. I picked up a copy of The Little Stranger in Montreal where I was immediately drawn t...
Im a picky eater. Its actually embarrassing for me to admit Im picky and I try to hide it when eating out with friends. When faced with a new food item, I am usually gripped with irrational fear (irr...
(photo text inspired by these, Im teaching myself photoshop step by step) Montreal was wonderful. We spent our time there eating the best food the city had to offer. This included the most melt...
This book has been discussed on numerous blogs, however, it was Christys recommendation that prompted me to pick up a copy for myself. St. Lucys Home for Girls Raised by Wolves is a serie...
"There is no security on this earth, there is only opportunity"- General Douglas MacArthurI have big plans for this fall. It feels full of potential for new opportunies and experiences.Beginn...
Ive fallen head over heels for the Mulberry fall campaign. There is a lot to love about it - the bird print dress, the shearling coat and giant scarves. However, even more so, I am in love with the h...
My apologies for my extended absence - last week started off rather busy, then I ended up with the chicken pox! Not recommended, to say the least.Making up for it are my first successful Diana ...
Sometimes, its just nice to sit on a dock and let time go by. My cottage vacation was wonderful and I miss it already! The cottage is a few hours north of Toronto and I was delighted by the slig...
I finally found the perfect nude nail polish for my skin tone.The HIPPxRGB collaboration color F1. Im also really excited to try the brown shade, Mink, come fall. I ordered both colors directly ...
More Cat-con.Replies: iris: haha! We have a ways to go, yet. ;)caroline: the jury is still out on whether or not well be runners, too. I also love yoga. Hiking sounds amazing!Julie: I think it m...
Jim and I went running together for the first time this evening. One of our goals after the move was to be healthier - make more meals at home, exercise. It wasnt easy, but we made our wa...
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