anticipation

it has already started snowing---yippee! we are supposed to get a big snow storm tonight, so hopefully we will wake up to fluffy goodness and not a slushy mess.

i added some new prints to my shop-check it out.

also check out caryn drexl's etsy shop.

fresh start

this weekend, it was time for a fresh start. time to clean up the house {apartment} and update the inspiration board.

so, speaking of inspiration, here is a little to get the juices flowing.

i do not think i have posted about lucas allen before, but maybe i have. his work is amazing. very beautiful interior and lifestyle work. you can see more of his work here. just look under photographers and click his name. while you are there, you should also check out the work of petrina tinslay. when i became interested in food photography, she is one of the first photographers i remember being drawn to over and over again while devouring images in books and magazines. you can see more of her work here.

i just found out about this bakery from the splendid table. it is from the owner of city bakery, which i love there peanut butter cookies and pretzel croissants are so delicious! i will definately have to check it out!

i also wanted to mention a book iona told me about, at home with white. it will be available in march. can't wait to see all the lovely white!

happy monday!

it's time for my friday loves

photo on left by jason lowe, photo on right by me.

my first love... Gourmet magazine!!

it was love at first site when i found the work of karin bubas {found via skona life}.



i really love her ivy house and the leon's palace sets.

and these white images are amazing.



i have really been inspired by images of white objects lately. i even feel inspired to do some sort of white project myself. humm....

here are some of my favorite images from fashion week from vena cava.

i love the socks with flats on the far right model. and the deep shades of grey.

now, on to my flickr favs:
a lot of my favorites this week consist of trees. i guess since it is too cold to actually be outside, i have been living through these photos. i hope you like them too!

that can no longer feel
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yukiguni(snow country)
sweden

also wanted to mention these baby blues, and i bet henry would sure love a bite of this.

the MOST delicious oatmeal ever

everyone has been posting yummy recipes this week, so i thought i would join in.

lately, i have been making oatmeal for breakfast. each day i have been adding different things to see what makes the best combination. today, i think i have mastered it.

here is my recipe:

bring 3/4 cup of water to a boil.
add 1/4 cup mccann's quick and easy steel cut irish oats
reduce heat and cover and cook 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly. add 1-2 teaspoons of sugar, to your liking and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and butter if you like.
here comes the best part:
remove from heat and add your favorite mix-ins. today i added raw sliced almonds, walnuts, raisins, dried apricots, and dried papaya (tastes so good!). i have also tried dried cranberries, which was also really delicious.

warm it up

so, i'm kind of addicted to taking pictures of this fella. he is too cute!! and such an easy model, kinda like a still life.

it has been so cold here this week, so i wanted to share some warm and sunny images from these talented photographers.

~ christy bush
~ erika mcconnell
~ mikkel vang
~ james merrell

enjoy!!



above photos by james merrell.

my tea fortune from yesterday: know that whatever you are doing is the most beautiful thing.

cozy hibernation

stayed in most of the weekend, as it is very cold here! henry is getting cuter and more cuddly each day. i can't stop eating the whole wheat chocolate chip cookies i made yesterday. they're healthy, right?? i think the whole wheat cancels out the cup of butter in them;)

found some great inspiration during my hibernation.
this polaroid reminded me of the beautiful work of hanna werning. check out her website, it's fun to navigate.



i have always loved the drawings of alyson fox, but i did not know she was a photographer as well. her photos are so fun and alive. i love her use of color and her style. check them out here. also read this great interview with her.

ellen von unwerth. look at her beautiful photos of women.

glen luchford. love these photos from a prada campaign a few years ago.

spreading a little more shoe love and chair love.

my tea fortune from the weekend: feel great, act great and approve of yourself.

friday favorites

photo above left: elle decoration photo above right: me

lately i have really been loving grey/blue tones and also creams and whites.
these are some of the grey/blues i have been drawn to:

1. see-saw she is blurred in sleep
2. sx70183s
3. rain
4. clothes line

and here are some of the creamy whites:
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6. besoin de calme
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8. opening soon

i'll leave you with a couple of links to peruse over the weekend:
marisa crawford indri.

this great slide show {found via free people blog}

have a happy weekend..maybe i'll try this recipe..