Weekend Edition

Parisian Interior Decor BookThe last few days have been a bit of a whirlwind. But that’s okay. It’s what makes the start of a weekend so special. If you’ve had a crazy week and are staying home to catch your breath, here are a few interesting links that you may enjoy.

  • Garance Dore just returned from a week in Mykonos and she’s sharing her envy-inducing diary of the trip. It made me want to pack a bag and book a ticket to Greece as soon as I was done reading.
  • Summer time is perfect for outdoor dining. Whether it’s a backyard bbq or a picnic in the park, simple but stylish will always win points with me. The Every Girl site presents a guide to the essence of great alfresco dining.
  • I am a die hard animal lover (snakes and spiders excluded!), so I love when people get creative about supporting animal causes. See how french artist Paulo Grangeon uses 1600 pandas to help raise money for WWF on Nicole Warne‘s blog – The Gary Pepper Girl.

Naughty and Nice

Jezebel Soaps - Hussy, London, ONJezebel-Soaps-Tart-Trollop, London, ONJezebel Soap - Harlot, London, ONJezebel Soaps - Bath Soak, London, ONJezebel Soaps - Plain Jane, London, ONStrolling through the merchant stalls outside the Covent Garden Market last Saturday, my eye landed on the essence of European advertising…great uncomplicated design with a dash of sex appeal. The packaging is a play on the beguiling concept behind Jezebel Soaps. The cheeky vintage vixens conceal luxuriously scented, hand made soaps that are as good for your body as they are for the environment. All the soaps (and products) are made from natural ingredients and the wrapping is made from recycled paper. So if you’re feeling a little naughty or know someone who is, why not give these beauties a try.

Weekend Edition

NewsstandSome Saturday mornings are spent lingering over a long breakfast and the crossword, others beckon with sunshine filled adventures. I wonder what this one will bring? If you don’t feel like moving an inch this weekend (at least in the morning), why not have a peek at a few of these links. Enjoy!

  • After seeing Alice Gao‘s photos of Blue Hole Park, I have a feeling that I will be adding a Texas destination to my travel list.
  • There are many days when I wish I had a sweet treat to go along with my morning cappuccino. These delicious looking chocolate almond and orange cantucci by Kylie Flavell make me wish I was a better baker.
  • Learning languages should be fun, and what better way to do it than finding a new french word each day in your instagram. Bonne chance!

Oh, Monsieur!

Graf & Lantz Moustache Key ChainMy key chain recently broke sending keys scattering to every corner of my purse. Until that moment, I hadn’t realized that only a tiny screw held my life together. Not one to cry over spilled milk (bleh!), I took this as a sign to go shopping! And I’ve found the most amazing replacement from Graf & Lantz. I’m absolutely enthralled with this colour. I hope this one lasts much longer!

 

Weekend Edition

Purple flowers London, OntarioAs summer rolls on I’m taking the time to stop and smell the flowers.  Here are a few more stops I’ll be making this weekend. Hope you’ll enjoy them too!

  • Illustrator Jamie Lee Reardin combines two more of my favourite things – fashion and art in a quirky, colourful manner. I love her perspective!
  • Sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith. F*** it…going to New York (FIGTNY) is a photo blog that sums up the sentiment in minimalist style.
  • I try to live my life in balance and the newest aid in my arsenal is Joyous Health. The gorgeous Joy McCarthy is a glowing example of “practice what you preach” and her beautifully simple recipes make my tummy growl.