The Girls and I were in the East Village last week and we stopped by the Goat Milk store. It was our first time dropping by and we are so glad we did as the girls really enjoyed looking through the collection in person. It was lovely to see Tania and the gorgeous retail space […]
A collection of images featuring American Designers. A Saturday in, with friends. Maya wears – Nico Nico Naomi Dress, Misha & Puff Popcorn Vest, Harfang Custom Belt, Country Kids Organic Tights, Frye Dakota Boots Elle wears – Mabo Wool and Cotton Sherpa Cape, Wovenplay Laia Tutu, Mabo Organic Tee, Country Kids Organic Tights, Minnetonka Moccasins Back Zip Boot, Sarah’s Silk Playsilk […]
Oh sleeping dreams, a place where the mind can be free, where the subconscious can put any little thing into place and give us visions to inspire us on our path, affirm our deepest desires, release fears, or simply teach us a lesson. I had a sleeping dream recently that did all of that. From […]
During our time in Nantucket we had the pleasure of walking through Squam Swamp with our friend Zak Mackay, who is studying to be a mycologist. While on this walk we were treated to a great variety of mushrooms to explore and it further heightened our appreciation of fungi. I have always found mushrooms […]
Of all mushroom the amanita is the most widely celebrated. The iconic red and white fly agaric has made it’s way into literature, art, and into our homes. It is said to be a symbol of luck. As I looked around our home, I was struck by just how many mushrooms items we have, and […]
Feeling very inspired by the Autumn Winter 14 collection of Mabo, the girls and I ventured to the woods to gather images for the Mabo lookbook. I adore working with Emily, besides her clothes seemingly made for us, Emily has become a best friend and there is a comfort that can only described as close […]
Polish Pajaki have caught my attention over the years, and I have periodically thought of making one. What is traditionally a paper flower and straw chandelier, that translates to mean “spiders of straw” I have appropriated with my love of fresh seasonal flora. For those of you curious to know more, Pajaki are a Polish […]
{ Soor Ploom : – Scottish for “sour plum” is a sharp flavoured, round, green boiled sweet originally associated with Galashiels, Scotland. They are sold loose by weight in paper bags, traditionally in “quarters” — a quarter of a pound } I had the pleasure recently of working with Marissa Buick the designer and owner of […]
After many years of wishing for heirloom rag dolls and alternating between ideas of purchasing them and making some myself, we are now the owners of two of the sweetest dolls imaginable. Beautiful both in craftsmanship and design, and especially because they are the handmade work of Michelle Housel, whom operates creatively under the name […]
I met Marta about two years ago when I interviewed her for Papier Mache Magazine. Instantly we became friends, feeling like kindred spirits across the ocean, our similarities ranged from parenting style to environmental awareness and even down to a love of oats for breakfast every morning! I was drawn to Marta for her interesting […]
It is always great to have tips from those that know, and when it comes to hand washing wool Anna Wallack of Misha & Puff is very knowledgeable. I spoke to Anna recently asking her to share her hand washing technique for woolens, and I am so glad I did, the towel rolling technique to press […]
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A conversation about the flame resistant quality of wool lead into a lesson this morning about fibers in general. This is a lesson I learnt in high-school, but honestly, you could learn it any time after the age of seven and find it handy. I have applied this lesson to fabric after rummaging through Grandma’s […]
Ohlala it is Apple picking time and this is a favorite outing in our household. We really look forward to this day out, the wildflowers and the scent of the orchard filled with sweet ripe fruit. As is our annual tradition that we have done since Elle was a baby, we went to Maskers Orchard. […]
This was our first time going to the Liberty Farms Sunflower Maze. Located in Sussex County, Northern New Jersey – day trip distance from NYC. I adore sunflowers and just happened to stumble across this gem while looking up local sunflower growers. As it turns out with over 1.5 million flowers it is the largest […]
Just the word leaves, gets me, they leave, they leave the tree as summer says goodbye. We turn over a new leaf and the next season begins…a symbol for us of change. Our mornings become a little slower as we pause to stay beneath the covers, snuggling into the warmth that has become cozy for […]
If you have not been introduced to Red Creek Handmade, then allow me the introduction. You will fall in love with Katie’s work, and feel a connection to this Mama who spends her days living a simple busy life. With a heartfelt connection, Katie sews, and lucky for us her aesthetic is spot on. Red […]
As we embark on our second year of homeschooling I have been looking forward to the new year ahead, whilst taking a moment to digest all that we accomplished last year. I feel pretty lucky to get to spend my days with these two little monkeys and can’t believe how quickly the days together go […]
On the way up north to our Canada vacation, we stopped to spend some time at Niagara on the lake. We wanted to see Niagara Falls, and break up the long drive to Ontario. When we pulled into the street our hotel was on, I spotted a large vacant lot full of Queen Anne’s Lace. It […]
When lightening strikes, there is illumination and just like that, suddenly I am filled with light and energy from an idea… “Oh, we have to decorate hats with fresh flowers!” I exclaimed to the girls. The notion filled me with life, and the imagination of the beauty was so great, I just had to do […]