have a cozy sunday!

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hi, here's to hoping you are cozy this weekend. digesting lots of holiday comfort food, adjusting to the seasonal change and getting into the holiday spirit. for some reason i'm not in xmas panic mode. i've slowed down this year, enjoying walking local main streets, and poking and shopping for more special gifts. it just feels nice. 

i'm also reading this cover to cover, mapping out our route, getting the main aspects booked (flight done!) like car rental, places to stay etc, then let the wandering in between begin. cannot wait!

and if you are doing some internet surfing like me, some fun finds from around the world wide web:

these terrazzo wall hooks. yes please. these are pretty too. 

i want this coat bad. 

a gorgeous floor lamp.

my next kitchen purchase. and who wouldn't want velvet oven mitts this time of year?

yum.

to add to my cheeseboard addiction. i really like this rustic version here too. 

this sherpa belt bag would make shopping easier. 

the color, pattern & texture of this coverlet. she has so many beautiful things here.

a beautiful footed bowl.

this betty sofa is pretty jazzy. that fringe! maybe pair it with this?

this banana bark chandelier is striking. 

a wow chair. a wow bench. 

a fun belt. 

loving the simplicity (and texture) of this malta basin. see it here too. (also wait for the terra basin at the bottom too!)

if you want unique dining chairs.

i'm not really a watch person, but this one is pretty.

her before and after bathroom makeover is eye popping. 

really liking this fern storage cabinet for my bedroom. i've been eyeballing this one too. 

how sweet are these wicker trees? pretty for a tabletop or mantel. 

speaking of wicker, total lamp love here. and the price is right! ok one more, a sneaky good find?

vintage love. more. 

this door. 

outdoor pool inspiration. 

indoor fireplace inspiration. 

enjoy!

happy long weekend!

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here's to hoping you are enjoying the heck out of your long weekend! i will admit, like many of us, i'm in a sort of reflective mode as of late. jarring events in this country force an introspection, to arrange and work through feelings, anger, confusion, you name it. 

i hope that you are processing ok. that you are finding beauty around you. for me that's staying outside as much as i can. taking in everything in and around me that i am thankful for and more. so you'll find me listening to the chirping birds that wake me up every morning. reading curled up on the deck, embracing the warmth of the sun and the weight that it feels like it lifts while dave brubeck on shuffle plays in the background. sipping red wine slowly. and floating in my silly inflatable pool. because why not. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web: 

just bought this summer bag. ( came just as it looked on line and so fun!)

so much goodness in these spaces, those warm brown nut colors throughout, gah, so good!

rug love. more. 

levis love.

yum. 

loving this ventana glass display cabinet in classic black. this vintage cabinet is also stunning. 

this burl wood side table is special. and the pattern/texture it offers a space. 

i just really want this armchair. 

still mad for this ice blue fireplace frame. 

this brass sconce.

ha ha

wow lighting. 

a beautiful sofa. 

a dream coffee table. 

his stunning glass works. that pink prominent piece speaks to me (and i'm not really a pink person)

would be interesting in an entry way.

i started following her on instagram. her floral arrangements are captivating and perfection in so many ways. 

the sweetest summer cottage. 

gorgeous

hair goals. 

enjoy!

happy weekend!

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here's to hoping you are enjoying the heck out of your weekend! i've been sleeping late, eating huge breakfasts and moving slow. going to paint today, some scenes from photos i took of the chatham coastline. will see how they turn out!

i hope you are doing whatever makes you happy this sunday. and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

 one of the most amazing artists i've seen.

i have a tiny lawn, so just ordered this for fun this summer. and might grab this for my deck.

a pretty necklace.

this amazing stool.

beautiful coasters. ooh these too.

funky mugs.

yum. and would pair visually with this drink.

really like these planters. ok these too.

a wine glass shaped cookie cutter? yes please!

etsy love. more. ok one more.

a stunning wall sconce. and a wow pendant.

a pretty spring blouse.

her photographs.

a pretty floating cane headboard. 

just ordered this book. i'll report back how i like it!

everything beautifully textural here.

vacation dreaming.

loving this ripple mirror.

wish i could afford this dreamer couch. i'd get it in orange velvet.

these colorful wine glasses. these are sweet too.

i need this boat mirror. and this hook door knocker. ok this light too.

a wow chair.

this seating line is gorgeous.

wow lighting.

enjoy!

have a cozy weekend!

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hoping you are all having a cozy weekend. with the winter weather and the news, i'm more than ever drawn to curling up at home, lighting more candles than i should and surrounding myself with protective spaces, spaces that warm my mind mostly. if that makes sense. 

what are you up to this weekend? i've been writing, feeling a few hours of oil painting coming on and have some of my favorite ipa's (trying this new one this weekend too)  in the fridge. i hope that wherever you are and whatever you are doing this weekend you are feeling safe and cozy warm. and some fun finds from around the world wide web if you want: 

this mirror.

lots of pillow love going on here.

a beautiful dining table.

been very into reading these journals lately.

these taps are perfection.

pretty.

vintage love. more vintage love.

lamp love. more. wait one more.

this beach chair.

a fun card.

i like this rugby polo dress, can dress it up or down.

made to order clothing. i really like this jumpsuit. 

i need these pants.

yum.

in love with these shoes.

every. single. inch. of this hotel is fantastic. (that rooftop pool!)

these pillar candle holders. 

i'd love to try this front door garland idea for next christmas. 

listening to this group on repeat on spotify lately. 

these marble and travertine side tables are simply stunning.

wishing for this radassa woven bench seat. 

thinking of my artist friend in the ukraine right now. 

enjoy!

happy winter weekend!

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popping on to say i hope you are enjoying the heck out of your winter weekend. i'm lunching it with friends, sleeping in, writing, sipping wine and just going slow. feels good. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web if yer interested:

this steel firepit.

that red in the bathroom is making me crazy in love with it.

vintage painting love. 

i'm not a faux flower person, but this makes me happy. especially during a snowy winter. 

hilarious! i definitely need this app. 

i love a good frittata. 

how fun are her stitched tablecloths?

etsy love. more etsy love. 

a stunning headpiece.  these swan earrings are pretty stunning too!

yum.

want this dress. also making me want bangs again. 

this is pretty in ochre too. 

these sconces. wow. 

and i kind of like how old fashioned this wall light looks.

hands down the prettiest desk accessories. current favorite.

if i had the space (and the money!).

pretty little soap dishes.

i want these howdy socks for my cowboy boots. these are fun too. 

really like these outdoor chairs. wish they were available. this chaise is pretty too.

i'm in the market for a much comfier sofa. so many to choose from here. 

an interesting side table. this one too. 

loving the textural element this coffee table adds. 

this dress popped onto my instagram recently. how pretty.

enjoy!

happy holidays! happy new year!

 

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hi there, how are you doing? i write this post while building antibodies from my recent vaccine booster, yay! ha! seriously though...we are in strange times whilst we attempt to celebrate the holidays. and i know you know. and don't get me wrong, i sure am trying, and i am sure you are too. 

so! what i'm doing is staying away from the news best i can. i have acoustic guitar christmas music on repeat, i'm peloton-ing myself silly, staring at the extra christmas lights i added to the house this year and yeah, breathing in all of the positive vibes that i can. i hope you are hanging in there. i hope you are able to put some of the crazy on your peripheral and dive head first into everything else that makes you happy, everything else that calms you and gives you hope. it's there if you squint your eyes, trust me i see it! go ahead, squint your eyes. do you see it now? see, i told you. happy holidays, happy new year!🌲

and some fun finds from around the world wide web, if you're interested:

a fun handbag.

i want to put away these landscape coasters for next summer. 

a beautiful, simple ribbed dress in cream. i'd live in this.

so many gorgeous home/kitchen pieces here. 

what do 12 people passionate about food do during a pandemic in milan? create a stay home cooking book. can't wait to explore this e-book. 

speaking of cooking, this marble cook book stand in white is everything. this is pretty in brass too. 

add in some magical.

in my search for a unique outdoor fire chiminea, this one may be an option. 

if i were renovating a house and wanted something unique around an indoor fireplace, this would be it.

this boucle sofa might be nearby. wait, or maybe this one. 

the 10 tiniest homes of 2021.

a wow armchair. 

fun lighting for a kids room. 

a very pretty instagram site for food. and pizza of course. 

love her pillows (and everything else), especially this one. it reminds me of my grandmother. it's a long story. 

yum. 

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a paper snowflake diy. these are pretty too!

how about an antioxidant mask to wrap up the year?

etsy love.

a rustic speckled casserole dish. 

cool candles.

pillow love.

pasta love.

these quilted pants are kinda cool. 

i just like this plaid outfit. 

love everything about this home.

this chair, for texture.

enjoy!

Happy Sunday!

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happy sunday! hoping you are having a relaxing weekend! i tried a new to me restaurant that now has me thinking about their food, so delish (i'd forgotten how good a brilliantly made margarita is), slept in, ordered this book, cause joan didion is truly amazing, and painting at the beach this weekend (inspired by him and see his process here). what are you up to? anything fun? 

i hope that you are enjoying the heck out of your weekend. and some fun finds around the world wide web:

fun corkscrews.

sectional love. and their leather chair too!

a fun tiger rug.

table top color pop.

the perfect size outdoor table.

this terracotta lampshade.

a pretty one piece bathing suit.

loving these flushmount rattan light fixtures. 

speaking of rattan...

a simple sidetable.

the cutest clutch.

colorful etsy love.

this made me smile.

a tropical summer outfit.

her cakes!

this eyelet blouse.

a pretty puzzle.

i don't usually go for an exposed bulb, but these pendants are changing my mind.

old fashioned yum. 

for the mushroom lover.

super fun aprons.

enjoy!

have a beautiful weekend!

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spring is here, can you feel it? after the crazy year that was 2020, i feel that we are all opening up, like cracking out of an egg shell and that everything is looking fresh and new again. so if we gain that perspective after all is said and done, i guess that's pretty neat. 

my leg is healed (last xray this month), i'm back to my beach and my ocean. taking longer and longer walks and so happy that i'm beginning this new year healthy. i hope that you are having a beautiful weekend. 

what are you up to? anything fun? you'll find me in the yard checking on my plantings from last year and hoping they made it through this cold winter. writing. sipping wine and reading my recent book purchase (see below). 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

my love for ceramics continues.

this vintage terrazza sofa is just wow.

serious boot love.

what are you reading these days? i just ordered this, based on her recommendation.

in lust for this puff sleeved long canary yellow coat. 

a stunning couch. ok this one too. wait, this might top them all. 

um, yum.

and a pretty dessert for easter.

her pretty hand painted lampshades.

this diy is fun.

the sweetest wallpaper. just ordered  this pattern for my dining room. bold & beautiful!

etsy love. more. ok just one more.

kind of in love with this 3d printed vase.

her stitched portraits. 

sheet pan recipes.

more boot love.

a definite wow chandelier. i love it!

a gorgeous sideboard.

side table of my dreams.

these vases. i want one of each.

enjoy!

have a happy (long) weekend!

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here's to hoping you enjoy your long weekend, celebrating valentine's day and president's day all wrapped up together. 💝 what are you up to? anything fun? you will find me dancing around the house (it's been a while since broken leg), eating dinner at one of my favorite restaurants, and sleeping in. I hope that you have the best time too. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

a beautiful bowl.

a beautiful pot.

and my ceramic love continues.

a pretty dress for spring.

how did i not know about this site before. 

thinking of making this, this weekend. holy cow this recipe looks delish too. 

wanting this outdoor fire pit for my back yard.

a very bold & beautiful necklace. 

this pendant.

i can't believe this is from home depot. 

just ordered this book. 

a perfect leather sofa.

vintage etsy love.

this wall piece.

valentine's day hair. 

already wishing for summer. this bathing suit line is gorgeous. & their velour line as a cover up. 

a pretty puffed sleeve top on sale. 

ooh this cinnamon incense.

i have a slight tea light candle obsession. loving this holder. 

i want to wear this shirt with these boots. 

in love with this suri vase. 

delish.

a STUNNING way to display her fall/winter 2021 line. i was mesmerized (plus want one of everything).

enjoy!

have a relaxing weekend!

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hey, have a relaxing weekend! i'm getting a liiiiiiiiiiiiiitle bit ancy with the broken leg, but hoping that december brings me good news from the doctor and my christmas present is walking again. strange, but i'll take it! i hope that you are all embracing the last month of an unusual year. could it be that we are all looking forward to a new year like never before? i'd take that bet. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

a wow sequin dress.

want one of each of these blankets.

wishing for these totem candles.

really into the painterly feel of this wallpaper.

i really just like this. would make an unusual gift too. 

can we talk about how beautifully wrapped these presents are?

this place would make for a unique weekend getaway! i'll also take their veggie tacos.

windy peak vintage. a sweet small business to support. i really like this and these.

another favorite small business. want one of everything.

we will one day renovate our upstairs bathroom. this is perfection inspiration. 

loving this reversible fur/bomber jacket. 

this bowl has that icy look for the holidays.

just a lovely space. ok, this one too.

in design, for the love of arches.

mad for this ruby velvet jacket.

just bought this for the color.

etsy love.

fun.

rug love.

i'd love to start doing this.

yum.

liking this vuelta lamp alot. this honeymoon sconce is pretty cool too.

the open/closed concept of this "sky" storage piece is beautiful. loving the super clean lines.

this one's stunning too.

a funky pink marble coffee table. 

enjoy!

have a beautiful weekend

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are you feeling it? me too. that collective breath we all took recently. that's all i'll say about that. but what i will say on a personal level is that this week i sort of floated along, buoyant and quiet. feeling for the first time this year that things are going to be ok. i hope that you have a beautiful weekend, filled with positive thoughts and energy. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

just ordered this faux leather dress. how fun right? i'd wear it with these earrings. 

a pretty wave bowl. 

this dreamy white blouse.

i made these for friends that came to dinner recently. so easy & delish (i added extra parm of course).

super fun inspirational/compliment cards. or just because too.

a yummy cake for thanksgiving (or for whenever!).

this sofa in goldenrod. 

a fun rug. 

loving these lush velvet bolster pillows.

really just like this smocking jacket.

this daybed is gorgeous.

still want this print. 

a wow pendant light.

a wow lounge chair. 

ok one more, a wow coffee table.

a striking entryway.

this midi dress is on sale, great deal. 

this unglazed ribbed vase would make a lovely gift. these would too.

i get alot of home/architectural changes & inspiration from them. gah, this bathroom sink and tile backsplash.

enjoy!

hi how are you? have a happy weekend!

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i haven't posted in a while. there has been working remotely, and then working back in person, there has been a writing project that i'm getting nibbles on, there have been 3 hour walks on the beach, there has been research, there has been reading and a new boating commute, there's been painting purchases and painting with my fingers, there have been long nights looking at the stars, there have been dinners outdoors.

in between all of that, and like most of you, i'm fighting off a week of the blah's, paying attention to what it takes to make me feel less anxious, or happy or content. and then eating it or doing it or committing to it. how are you doing? i hope you are all hanging in there and finding spaces and places that make you happy. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

etsy love, this neon waves sign. 

love this! spooky cheesecloth ghosts. simple and fun for halloween. 

such lovely lines.  

more lovely lines.

a vote diy.

a gorgeous lace blouse. 

the art of quilting. sooo worth the watch.

a pretty pitcher.

a beautiful barrette.

wow furniture. this block bench. oh, and this teddy chair too.

still want this  good luck zippo.

have you read this? i just ordered it.

i'm always a sucker for plaid. 

this tobacco quilt cover. & this tufted blanket. 

kind of a perfect leather sofa.

a seriously puffy chair. 

would love something easy like this, to get away. 

a neat little house.

enjoy!

hi, how are you?

just checking in to see how you are?

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this quiet time we are all in is something that we have all probably never experienced in our lifetime. i feel like everything around me is on hold, when will i see my son next, when i can have new neighbors over for dinner, when will i get my hair cut again? some things (like trips to the hair salon) seem selfish but they were all of our little pleasures, our small luxuries during busy work months and long winter weekends. treats.

i started a large embroidery project a month ago that has sat since i moved into my new house. i'm in the middle of a large writing project that has gone untouched. i have not hung one thing on the walls of my new house. my basement is still in boxes. i think we are all in disbelief in some way that we have been forced to pause. it took me some time to understand that i HAD to. and so i literally did. i strangely put everything on pause to adjust. i've been taking long beach walks, turning off the t.v. and being quiet, listening to jazz music on repeat.

on my walks i see other people, alot of other people, though from a distance. everyone is trying to get outside, breathe in cool clean air. i see families, many more families than i ever have, walking together, staying close to each other, talking, protecting each other. when i catch certain people's eyes, we are all saying the same thing in one smile, hi, how are you? take care.

i'm getting ready to open some boxes now, to pick up my writing, to get my head back in some sort of regular routine, adjusting to this strange new existence that we are all in. how are you? if anyone would like to chat, let me know! find me on instagram and dm me to say hi. i hope you are well and finding activities that make you feel content and happy.

and some fun finds from around the world wide web if you are interested!

tote perfection.

goodness.

converse perfection.

because we are all for a while, bought this spring in france jigsaw puzzle.

also just bought this gorgeous wall sculpture. made me happy :)

it's still cold in new england, this looks cozy!

plush furniture is everywhere these days. how gorgeous are these chairs?

this plush line is to die for too. that couch!

i'm feeling the itch to bring more color into my spaces, step away from so many neutrals. this rug would do the trick.

loving the color & line in this lacquered pair as well.

we are all cooking at home more these days, so this line up of winter soups is on my recipe radar.

feeling crafty? this site has some fun craft/dyi ideas, like these origami easter bunnies.

i want a pile of these for summer.

concerts here, (my favorite venue) are on hold, but their pop-up virtual concerts are a treat for now!

enjoy!

hello! i bought a house!

hi! :)

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alot has happened in my world. i bought a house near the wild open ocean (not the house above but how gorgeous is that wall?!). bought this car (dream), started buying grown up furniture (just bought this leather chair and am in love) and have generally been seen walking the beach every chance i get, staying in waaaaaay more and listening to the quiet. pure love.

i hope that you are having an amazing start to your week! and some fun finds from around the world wide web for ya:

color palette heaven.

how GOOD is this new music? dancing around the house to it on repeat.

pretty to put on for a night out.

while wearing this.

just bought this rancher hat. feel like i'll wear it everywhere.

eyeballing this pendant light for my dining room. very beachy. this one is lovely too.

serious rug love.

wishing for these dining chairs.

this one in simply wood is gorgeous as well.
this tall vase.

a perfect accent chair

cashmere love.

interesting article on work-life balance vs. work-life harmony. the idea is rooted in music.

this cake stand takes the cake.

so fun.

oh, just a beautiful leather & wood chair.

enjoying the lines & angles in this chandelier.

a wow dining piece.

enjoy!

happy sunday!

hope you are having a relaxing weekend!

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what are you up to? anything fun? i'm finally (slowly) letting go of summer and embracing the fall season. it's hard not to want to run to the beach for a swim! my favorite thing. today i'm hunkering in, going to eat a giant breakfast, write for a while then watch the patriots win. :) i hope that you have an amazing sunday!

and if you're interested, some fun finds from around the world wide web:

lamp shade love.

also loving this matchstick holder. this is cool too.

the best thing ever.

love everything from block shop.

just ordered this. :)

yes!

really like these earrings.

making these this sunday morning.

and maybe this for the football game?

this mirror.

etsy love.

alot of interior eye candy going on here.

loving this door knocker.

would love to rummage around in this vintage shop.

this dreamer couch in velvet is 👍

a beautiful vase concept.

a pretty planter.

wishing for this rattan egg chair.

this one too.

intriguing hotel installation.

a great jumpsuit (and on sale!).

fun in dark green.

really feeling fall lately, especially looking at these.

a cool sideboard.

veeeeeery into this color lately.

enjoy!