Quiet post

Quiet post~

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Chocolate cake

Good morning! It’s not too early for chocolate cake, right? Yeah, I didn’t think so either!

Over at Traci’s special, blissful spot I have a little give-away happening, be sure to check it out! Also wanted to quickly mention the Self Portrait project, we have heaps of room. Just shoot me an email if you’re interested!

XOXO
Jewels

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Little pleasures

Little wonders. Little delights. Little pleasures. This weekend was full of them. Rain showers with booming thunder. Plum colored paper for books. Watching Anne of Green Gables for the first time in almost a decade. Red Sox sweeping the Yankees. And long, long walks up hills and through spring trees bursting their buds.

What was your weekend filled with?

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Friday Favorites

1. espresso glimmering locket by SeaUnicorn
2. bathtub from janeheller
3. turquoise blossom case by ShibaNgDesigns
4. mantilla from Rohm

Well, I was supposed to do a guest post over at the beautiful Design Lovely while Miss Rachel is on her honeymoon, but I think I screwed something up or didn't get it to her in time! So, my dear, dear friends, please be sure to send up a quick happy thought for this new blushing bride, Rachel was married last weekend! Congratulations, Rachel! *does a happy dance*

I'll get it right next time!

Have a wonderful weekend, you guys--I hope you soak up the beautiful spring sunshine, get out in the dirt some, take a walk or go for a run! Sending you heaps of love!

Luscious Fabric

I mentioned to a good friend of mine the other day that you can always tell how busy I am by how short my blog posts are! Oi!

Can't wait to catch up with you guys tomorrow. In the mean time, enjoy these luscious fabric designs from Carolyn Quartermaine. I know you'll love them!

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Quiet post: May

Quiet post this morning~

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I want to be here

Soft, warm and inviting! Exactly where I want to be. It's snowing here, mid-April! Yuck. I really want to put my mittens in storage, for goodness sake.

Thank you for all the wonderful words of encouragement last week! It's an incredible feeling, to know that I'm striking forth on a new adventure. I've signed up for my summer course, talked about an end date with my boss and now just need to get through these last few weeks. By the way, talk about tricky, having to stay focused on projects that no longer seem "that" important. For a month. Hmm. Very tricky!


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Friday Favorites

1. Bowl of blueberries by felicitycrew
2. Mod Scooters purse from JenniferLadd
3. Branch necklace from eRosasjewelry
4. Summer Love Corsage from AAliciaAccessories

Every great adventure starts with the first step! Yesterday I gave my boss my two weeks notice. I'm leaving the world of marketing and pursuing my dream of becoming a nurse. All things have been considered, weighed and balanced, and Andrew and I feel that it's time. It's a little unnerving and telling your boss, whom you really like, that you're leaving him in a lurch, is one of the hardest things to do. But, even with those difficulties, I can't help but smile. I can't help but think that I've taken the first step towards something I really want: the opportunity to learn how I can nurture, help and heal. The desire is powerful. Powerful enough to take on Microbiology!

Thank you so much for all your prayers and thoughts. I can't tell you how incredible it was to check in here throughout my day yesterday and know that you were there! Thank you, thank you!

Now, I'm off to Duluth to see my niece! No better way to end the week!

Sending you all heaps of love and great thanks~

Jewels

Edinburgh

When studying abroad in England during my last year of college I made a number of trips up to Edinburgh, Scotland. You couldn't beat the double decker bus seats covered in plaid and the cobbled streets leading you to pubs filled with coziness. I loved Edinburgh. In the spring, the grounds are covered in wild daffodils, like thick yellow carpet, sprawling everywhere.

On a more personal note, today is going to be a tough day, I'd much rather be in that adorable apartment. If you think of me can you send out a prayer? Sorry so ominous, I'll explain tomorrow!

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Quiet post

Quiet post today, lovelies~

Well, mostly quiet, I just had to add that I love, love, love all the paper draped and hung in the second set of images. I'm adding these to my "someday studio" archive.

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Self Portrait: Luphia Loves

We have another incredible artist and writer for our Self Portrait Project today! The beautiful Tina from Luphia Loves has put together her favorite and most special items for us. Thank you, darling, this is such a wonderful portrait! By the way, have you guys checked out her prints over here lately?

1. The letters from my best friend "Jason" in China, where I lived till 13. After that we kept in contact through writing for 3 year until moving to e-mails. I have to say I prefer the letters :) (I gave him the English name Jason & he was also kinda my childhood sweetheart)

2. From my 1st year at University, my friend painted these amazing Chinese landscape scenes on this plain fan for fun (she's so talented!) and I asked if I could have it. It reminds me of my first year which is my best year at Uni.

3. My early year book from Year 8, since I was leaving the country I asked my classmates to do my year book early, I also use it to store photos, notes etc. from that time too.

4. A empty biscuit tin from Prague, where I went on holiday with my boyfriend for my 21st Birthday, I had an amazing time. Prague is such a beautiful city and the weather was glorious!

5. A gold necklace of my chinese name in Arabic, from the brief time (4 months) I lived in Saudi Arabia with my mum & step-dad before coming to the UK. It was such an amazing experience & it was nothing like I imagined. I absolutely loved every minute there, even though I was totally shy as I didn't speak much English.

6. My only Tiffany jewelry from my lovely boyfriend J for our 2nd "anniversary".

7. A jade pendant with the Chinese character "happiness/blessing" in the middle, this is actually my grandma's but I loved it so much she gave it to me :)

8. A pin with "Tina" on it, I bought it from Disneyland Paris on my Paris trip 8 years ago, I felt like a true princess while I was there :)

It was really hard to choose these items as I keep anything with memories attached to it, so I'm sure my pile will just keep grow and grow!

Thanks Julia for having me today! xx

Tranquil

Good morning! I hope your weekend was lovely—filled with fun and yummy treats. We made our way down to Iowa for Easter with Andrew’s family. He has a little niece and nephew who made the festivities even more joyous. There’s nothing like an Easter dress to twirl in and a basket full of candy to replace lunch with!

This image seems so tranquil to me, perfect for a Monday morning. Hope your week is off to a great start!

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Friday Favorites

1. Silk taffeta bolero from englishdept
2. Equinox from AliciaBock
3. Summer cottage house shoes from elephantandchickpea
4. Lapinova from kinglappin

Wishing you all a blessed and rejuvenating weekend. However you celebrate it, I hope it’s one full of joy!

XO,
Jewels

Summer treats

They remind me of summer treats, orange popsicles, cotton candy, lime and coconut drinkies, and cherry sundaes! What about you, what do they make you think of?

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Self Portrait: (Into) the Fray

This beautiful, thoughtful and inspiring woman is the author and creator of today's Self Portrait. I know you will enjoy! Thank you Ambika from (Into) the Fray!

I knew exactly what I wanted to include in my portrait. While the typewriter was a recent acquisition, as someone who loves writing, it's an item I've coveted for a very long time. It's also a testament to how much more settled my life has become since I first shoved that 5 Euro note in my wallet years ago. When I initially returned from Prague, I didn't intend to stay home for long. For at least a year or so, I thought I'd soon be in a position to spend it. Five years later, the money remains in my wallet as a reminder of that amazing time--at this point, my hope is that when I take my boyfriend to see the Czech Republic, I'll spend it then. The necklace was a gift from my boyfriend, a reminder of our very first vacation together in Belize where we snorkeled with sting rays, sharks and any number of other reef creatures. The thimble and feathered headband are two sides of the same coin, my love of pretty things, whether made by me or someone else. & I have always loved art and have never been able to part with the Schiele postcard I picked up in Cesky Krumlov years ago.

Spring

Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush.
~Doug Larson

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Friday Favorites

one: small cake stand with ruffles by vesselsandwares
two: sparkle philosophy from florabond
three: spring tulip from Emmalynne
four: sly bear from stitchface

I was tagged at the beginning of the week by Rachel and Aimee to find a photo of an interior that most represents me. This was hard to do, because I inevitably found four or five that I wanted to post. I finally found one that seemed to combine a lot of my favorite colors, tones, and "vibes." I'm big on vibes--it's the sixth sense at work, telling me that a room feels like home, that it feels safe and cozy. Warm colors, soft textures, cozy nooks, all make me feel at home. I'm going to tag these three ladies: Blaze Danielle, Periwinklebloom, and Lotta.



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A little lift

Soft, spring-like images to bring a little lift to our Thursday morning! I loved all your votes yesterday on the office spaces. Each one had a little something I loved. All are going into my someday office inspiration folder!

Two little pieces of good news, over at {this is glamorous} and Emmaline BRIDE!

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Home Office

Which is your favorite?

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