Not one, not two, but three animal lamps have found their way to the blog today.
L to R: Tortoise lamp, $139, Zara Home; Abracadabra lamp, $69, Land of Nod; Seahorse table lamp, $295, Jonathan Adler
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Do you have any plans? Have you created a Valentine’s Day wish list? I think the traditional gifts of chocolates  and flowers are just perfect. Beyond these things, gifts from the heart (or with hearts!) are irresistible now or at any time of the year, so you can scoop up goodies like the ones below and gift them to your loved ones (or yourself) throughout the year.
Left to Right, Top to Bottom: mug $9.05, print $14, earrings $40, pillowcases $29.99, bowl $98, pillow $20, print $17.68, sunglasses $155, print $17.68
We are still seeing quite a bit of wordy decor items online and in stores. I don’t know about you but I’m pretty addicted to pinning inspirational quotes, cute sayings, and beautiful typology on my Pinterest art board.
Top: cushion cover $12.95, teacup $16, sign $30, plate $3.95
Bottom: laundry bag $37, banner $60, t-shirt $24, tote $22
I think the banner is my favourite item in the collection above. It could be quite a good reminder when the going gets tough. You know?
I was thrilled when I discovered Julie Joliat’s agenda books last year. My 2013 book served me well and the weekly connect-the-dots kept me entertained. I thought the layout of the book worked very well and there was enough space each day to write down my meetings and tasks. My “to do” lists are usually kept in another notebook although I know some people like having space in their agenda to jot down these sorts of lists. Anyway, because I was so pleased with how the booked worked for 2013, I kept tabs on Julie Joliat’s site and as soon as the 2014 agenda was released, I placed my order.
The 2014 agenda is set up so that each week there’s a task to complete. Everything from buy a bouquet of flowers (week 13) to cook a Cambodian meal (recipe included) (week 26) to make a donation (week 41). I can’t wait to see what 2014 has in store!