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Went to @rails_end_gallery in #Haliburton and saw Went to @rails_end_gallery in #Haliburton and saw this fringed silk-velvet scarf in fuchsia and showed it to the Man of the House and said, “remember when I had a midnight-blue fringed velvet scarf I LOVED that was stolen?” and before I could say anything else, MOTH said that he should get me this one to replace it as a surprise birthday present for me but that I should wear it until just a few weeks before my December birthday to decide if it is really really what I wanted to be surprised with for my birthday. Pretty sure that what I really really want for my birthday is a fringed silk-velvet scarf in fuchsia. Can’t seem to find the maker’s name but as soon as I do, I will add. Can I put it down as research costs for @kabincanada? The gallery is terrific, btw, especially the collection of local artists in the back room. Don’t miss Gregor Gillespie’s stunning botanical sculpture. #haliburtonlife #haliburtonhighlands #art #craft #textile #fridayvibes #afternoonoff #weekend #happybirthday #kawartha #Minden #celebrate #wearableart #fuschia #aroundthehouseONTHEROAD
Found this card I bought from @davidchen733 and de Found this card I bought from @davidchen733 and decided to send it to each and every one of you. Happy first day of spring! Don’t these colours and shapes make you think of spring, especially late spring? They do me. It’s the last I have of David’s cards, so I will have to meet up with him soon for more. Looking forward to that. LOL I am buying 2X this year. David’s brush work - including for calligraphy - is exquisite. #spring #endofwinter #art #localart #willowdale #aroundthehouse #silktexture #artprint #affordableluxury #craftsmanship #botanical #peony #cherry #violet #greensofallsorts #forsythiayellow #forgetmenotblue #qualitypaper #goodprint #flowers #spring-garden
Apparently, Mother's Day looms. I know from the nu Apparently, Mother's Day looms. I know from the number of press releases I am getting about it. I've never encouraged extravagant presents-hand-made cards and hugs from four perfectly wonderful kids were enough for me. My youngest is 28 and that still holds true. HAVING SAID THAT, if any of my many, many, many, many worldwide fans should choose to mark the day for me with a gift, perhaps you would consider: A hanging piece by @caralarga_mx a collective of female weavers in Mexico who blend generational knowledge of the ancient craft with commitment to the environment. I can't decide if I want it all natural, or natural with black or gold contrast threads. You choose, but I'm leaning toward all natural. Four feet will do, so that's a savings for you. Pieces are made with recovered cotton yarn and the Sansevieria plant, so it's a sustainable choice. Good on you! In Canada, it can be ordered for me through through Vancouver-based @obakki. Just a suggestion, of course. This lifestyle brand has an equally handsome range of ethical, artisanal serve ware, bed/table linen, personal care, lounge gear, blankets, planters etc. Plan to stop and look. Maybe even grab something for you! After all, your birthday's coming up isn't it? #aroundthehouse #design #artisinal #decor #textile #mexicanweavers #wovenart #saturday #treatyourself #mothersday #art #wallhanging #roomdivider #obakki #vancouver #treatyourself #homegoods
Decided to shorten the sleeves on my shirt/jacket/ Decided to shorten the sleeves on my shirt/jacket/beach cover-up/loungewear from @lynnekayennestudio. After seeing the fabrics side by side I decided that a flower from the scrap will make the perfect patch to mend a hole in my favourite shirt. Smart, right? Also inspired me to buy another patch from @eweknitto. Today’s lesson is that if you have extremely short arms that have even sometimes been called stubby by unpleasant people and you have always thought it’s a drag, you should consider that it will one day mean you will have the perfect patch for your favourite shirt. Do those unpleasant people have such a nice patch? Who cares! Just stop what you are doing and say, “thanks, arms!” Bonus Short Arm Tip: Take full advantage of the nearest good seamstress, which in my case is Pearl Cleaners in the Emerald Building in #Willowdale at Yonge and Sheppard - west side under Food Basics. Owned by Christine, the seamstress. SO good. #toronto #weekendchores #patchedclothing #clothingrepair #sustainableclothing #fabulousfabrics #mending #sewing #aroundthehouse #connectedcommunity #reduce #reuse #recycle
Just finished transcribing my interview with Amy H Just finished transcribing my interview with Amy Hoban, Chief Creative Office for lifestyle brand @parachutehome. What a treat that was. In case you don't know, Ms. Hoban is kind of a big deal in retail decor. Google it, my dudes. She has a deep understanding of textile from both a design and business perspective-I pretty much sat back to listen and learn. The brand gets a quick mention in this week's @postmedianetwork column about indoor air quality. Next week, I circle back for a conversation about the inspiration for the delicious new colours the company added to an already lovely and versatile palette, as well as a hint about product coming for fall. Colour shown above is Melon on shams and pillows, with Clay sheets/ pillows, and a Bone throw. So light and calming. #aroundthehouse #design #decor #bedding #bedlinen #textiledesign #responsibleindulgence # naturalfibres #cotton #linen #bedsheets #trendcolours #clayandpeach
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Happy International Women’s Day. Thinking of my Happy International Women’s Day. Thinking of my own dear Mother on this day.
Planning, plotting, scheming, and dreaming this we Planning, plotting, scheming, and dreaming this week at one of the many global satellite offices of Around the House. Wait till you hear what I’m cooking up.

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