Spring Forward : Part 2

Moon Diamond Print by TBP

Periodic, 2010 by Caitlin Foster

Half, 2011 by Caitlin Foster

Black Hole by Lulu Wolf

Eclipse by Lulu Wolf

Daylight Savings always seems to spark a curiosity in me about the cosmos - the sun, the moon, the solar system and how it all works. The above are beautiful examples of these curiosities and how each of these artists try to make sense of it all. See more boundary pushing works of TBP here, Cailtin Foster here, and Lulu Wolf here.

Cheers!

Spring Forward

In spirit of Daylight Savings this weekend (Saturday to be more specific) I am posting a few inspired clocks. Some of these are really great.

Normal Time Piece series by Ross McBride

Notime, Nightime, Finetime clocks by Farrow Design for SCP

Numbers LED Clock by Jonas Damon

Cubert Clock by Luis Luna

Time In Words clock by Qlocktwo

Twice Clock by Jonas Damon

Vintage Mauthe clock c. 1950's

 Because there is always room on my nightstand for a perfect vintage clock.

Cheers!

J.Crew Video Series

J.Crew is doing a 3-part video series to help explain their product and the stories behind why they use the materials they use. The first two are pretty great; About a Shoe and About a Thread Count (the third will be About a Print) tell the stories about the 5, 6, 7th generation shoe and textile makers J.Crew uses in Italy. The companies they work with have such an heirloom quality because these people have been a part of these trades their entire lives, they were born into it and they appreciate the knowledge the generations before them have bestowed onto them. It's really lovely to watch and learn a little more about. 

The videos aren't that long, which is nice in terms of keeping your interest. They have also logged a the story of each video, which is also accompanied by a photo journal. 

About A Shoe : See video here

About a Thread Count : See video here

About a Print : Coming Soon!

Enjoy!

Photo Project : Back To The Future

I can always be suckered in by a good photo project. This Back To The Future project by Irina Werning is an amazing concept. She takes people back to their childhood by having them reconstruct and re-shoot their childhood photo's. This series is seriously fantastic. Take a look at a few of my favorite and visit the rest of Werning's brilliant works here.

Ben & Jerry's Late Night Snack

OKAY seeing I am from Vermont and grew up knowing exactly what my home state had ownership of - the best ice cream ever - I feel the need to promote there newest flavor Late Night Snack. The teaming of Jimmy Fallon with the two kings of ice cream good-ness is a little questionable but the ingredients make up for any apprehension Fallons involvement may have had on me. Underneath the iconic Ben and Jerry's branding you will find yourself a mixture of a salty caramel swirl and fudge-covered potato chip clusters. Um, yes please. Both salted caramel AND fudge covered potato chips have been in my top 5 food obsessions for quite some time now. Ben & Jerry, you are still my heroes.

Images by Erik R. Trinidad, courtesy of slashfood.com

Cavalier Essentials

A new brand I stumbled upon about a week ago, Cavalier Essentials is a well curated masculine punch in the face. I mean that with the utmost respect. As described by Taylor Pemberton, who's brain baby was this project, says that:

"Cavalier Essentials is a line of vintage products designed for the rugged, yet sophisticated gentleman. Cavalier was always briefly explained as--"If Steve McQueen carried a beat-up leather duffel bag on the back of his motorcycle; what would be in it and how would the products look?" This simple idea married an appreciation for lifestyle design and vintage accessories. All of the products possess a hand-made quality while responding to the modern influences of today's culture."

I thoroughly enjoy the Cavalier 'project', however, my one criticism is that I wish there were a little less branding of the "C" on the pieces. I feel that if omitted, the product could better speak for it's self. I can say, though, that I appreciate the love and thought that went into this. The product design and art direction are really quite wonderful.

Cheers!

Clothing Swap!

Hi ladies of Austin! I am so excited to be headed to one of my favorite boutiques shops tomorrow for my very first clothing swap! Star, the Über stylish owner of DOG+PONY is hosting the event tomorrow evening. I have been so inspired in preparation of choosing my FIVE items to bring along. I have completely cleaned, purged and sorted through my closet and It has felt great to get rid of a little extra baggage. Now I simply can't wait to see what treasures I end up with tomorrow!

NEED TO KNOW: Bring five 'current' clothing items and $5 at the door - all proceeds to help out Austin Pets Alive, or possible any other worthy local charity!
8-10p at the D+P store on 2712 Guadalupe Street [up by UT campus].

I hope to see you there!

Is It Right To Draw Their Fur

 

 

 

My newest crush is on Is it right to draw their fur, a new book out by Dave Eggers. At first, you may think this book if for children with it's child-like sketches of animals and loose leafe format fitted inside what looks like an artists carrying portfolio, but what the animals have to say is much more whitty and "adult". Being an animal lover myself, I understand the though that each one "has a voice" and here Dave Eggers shows us just how clever they really may be. I love the simple yet thoughtful process involed in each animal sketch - here's what Dave, himself, has to say about it...


“This past year I went back to drawing animals. The process for these pictures is pretty simple: I find an old photo of an animal that somehow has some intrigue, and I use a China marker to freehand a version of that animal onto very smooth paper. Then I think of what that animal might be thinking — if that animal had an antagonistic relationship with humans and was vying with those humans for the favor of a Catholic God.”

-Dave Eggers

Sweetheart wish list

My wonderful and adoring boyfriend is amazing at buying thoughtful and beautiful gifts for me. I never feel the need to give suggestions on what I would like for birthdays or holidays because he knows me so well, but on Valentine's Day, this year, I wouldn't mind a few of these...

 

Fragments: Poems, Intimate Notes, Letters By Marilyn Monroe would make a lovely addition to my book collection. 

 

Decedent Theo gray salted vanilla caramels would shake things up from the typical box of chocolates (not to mention salted caramels are some of my favorite sweets these days). You can find these a Terrian along with may other goodies for the romantic holiday.

I saw these Sweet Nothings pendant necklaces a few years ago in one of my neighborhood shops in Brooklyn (before I moved to Austin). They're from In God We Trust and they make me smile every time I see them. My personal faves are "with love" and "really f*ckin cute".

Feathered

Feather painting found on etsy, sterling silver feather earrings from In God We Trust

With Love {from etsy}

Spread the love: Sewn Heart garlands by Kategreiner 

{$18}

A sweet treat: an assortment of whoopie pies (my personal favorite) 

from Whipped Bakeshop 

{$12}

For Him: 

Personalized "carved" wood tree trunk cufflinks from Allterationz {$10} 

and a sterling silver monogrammed money clip from Kitkingdesigns {$70}

For Her: 

'Octopus Lovers' from BlackBaroque {$10} 

and a sweetheart locket from CreationsbyJuliann {$29}