Monday Must-Haves

Four Seasons towels and mugs by Bailey Doesn't Bark

 

Paper craft by Jurianne Matter

Porcelain wall tiles and bottle pendants by Angus & Celeste

Indulge in these unique and artisanal must-haves and more in The New Artisans (Thames & Hudson) 

Timorous Beasties

wallpaper

cushions

lampshades 

Today I am loving these fab finds from Timorous Beasties. 

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Shopping in Paris

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Just the other day, my (eternally nomad) friend, Chiegatch asked me if I wanted to have a break and fly out to Paris. In my head, suitcase in hand, I was on my way to the little shops, markets and the les bonnes addresses (the seldom-shared best addresses). In my head I was already there! If you're like me, a bricoleur, a chineur, and prefer to hunt out rare finds, quaint shops, artisanal craft markets, studios and quiet corners of Paris, these books are your besties. Every street, every market, in all corners of Paris are carefully detailed for that quintessential French experience. (Click on the images to get them on Amazon. Just a word of caution: The pictures are amazing they could get you really excited like me). Anyway, there I was in dream state, on the ninth arrondissement shopping. Whatever my friend said about the how and when of our trip? Absolutely no idea.

La Petite Robe Noir

Blue

The prettiest package that ever landed in my mailbox from my best friend, Andrea. Van Gogh book from the Netherlands, incense holder from India, bear from Massachusetts, beach stone from Punta Fuego Philippines with her own handmade knitted covering. 

IZOLA

More things I want, to have, to stare at, to just keep forever. 

Here's the story of Izola  which I pulled out from their site:

Inspired by the old world utilitarian ideal of making something that is "built to last," IZOLA and Aesthetic Movement have curated a collection of whimsical objects with a masculine sense of antiquity. Made with great care and attention to detail, this series of functional every day staples is designed to be the perfect gifts for men. The products include flasks, soaps, candles, laundry bags, bamboo toothbrushes, handkerchiefs, shoe brushes, shower rings, ceramics and shower curtains. ...READ MORE