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Hear ye, hear ye: Holiday love shall now be proclaimed from this day forward. Thanksgiving's only two-plus weeks away, putting Christmas at six--give or take--and by my calculations, that makes today Raise the Freak Flag Day (cue cartwheel, cartwheel, interpretive dance move, cartwheel).
Let there be crafts. And smiling. And high-on-life reflection.
In case you wondered, shadow pictures make me happy and no, I'm not wearing elf boots.
Oh, I had something good to say, but let's just do this stream-of-consciousness, shall we? Because deciding to do a blog post stream-of-consciousness is like showing up for a job interview in an expensive borrowed blazer with a prepared stage-crap, sell-yourself speech only to find your soon-to-be boss in a kaftan, with his feet on his desk, holding a popsicle with your name on it. "Sit down," he says. "Let's talk about our kids and how we're going to change the world. Over popsicles, of course." And we sit, laughing, licking Bomb Pop juice off our fingers and tapping our popsicle sticks in a toast to Coldplay or aged cheese or, maybe, to Mary Oliver's poetry, if I'm lucky. We both cry, trade friendship bracelets, and then he gives me the job.
Weekend Delivered. Or perhaps, weekend delivers every single time it arrives, but it's our job to accept delivery and sign for the package.
So, Friday night, I signed. In a moment of "I take thee, Life, to be my lawfully wedded whathaveyou," I called my friend to arrange something grand at the beach. Last minute parties? Oh, they are the best.
Really, truly, I heard word that temperatures were shifting again in our parts, and if you take it to the beach at night in November, there's a good chance you will encounter a sweet sliver of the north. Cold winds, cool water, the opportunity to bust out some ear-flap hats and sweaters. Hollah.
Top it with a bottle of "kid wine," some grapes and cheese, and a line-up of jam jars full of candles as the sun is setting? Take me away. A secret place. A freaking pocketful of sunshine, at twilight, on the beach.
My friend, Andrea, actually said once we got to the beach, "I know you. You just did this for the sweaters and hats, right?" This is true. This is true. She knows me well. You can take the girl out of Michigan, but you can't take Michigan out of the girl. Pink-flecked skies and Mason jar glow was just a bonus.
I interrupt this blog post to gush about what I love right now.
Billie Holliday is breakin' it down on Pandora, and the great loves of my life have collided...late night writing, candle light glow, and my sweet baby, asleep on couch cushions next to my desk.
This makes me insanely happy.
So, I'll keep it simple.
My happies, this weekend:
T-Soup with Parm
Tomato soup, doused with parmesan cheese and garnished with easy Jiffy buttermilk biscuits (smeared with butter and honey). Holiday magazine, optional yet imperative.
Lainey put on a 12-18 months size dress this weekend and decided to give us a show. Cue Gustav Mahler CD and Nella in a chair watching, entranced.
And I had an "I am blessed to have two beautiful daughters" moment.
Car Wash
Daddy's car first.
But, most importantly, the kid car. No airbags, but seriously, the workout that Flinstone pedaling gives ya?
Sister Rides
Late afternoon, when our feet hit the driveway pavement and the sun is slowly bowing out, you can hear this staccato giggle from Nella. Most likely, it's induced from the thrill of Big Sister thrusting the little car forward on a fast ride along the sidewalk. And, in the exhileration of a fast ride, Nella stands in the back of that car and smiles while Brett and I holler "Nella, sit!" from the sidelines.
Sometimes, she listens and sits. Sometimes, she keeps on smiling while she stands and proclaims "I'm doin' it my way!" And though I appropriately react with attention to safety and obedience, somewhere within, I'm fine with her defiance. I freaking love her spirit.
And this is the part in that imaginary job interview where my kaftan-wearing soon-to-be-boss finishes his popsicle and says "Break it down, now." As in, bring it. High on life? Show me. Like holidays? Prove it.
Oh, I'll prove it. It's November 7th, Dude. I see your kaftan and I raise you a 20-minute Christmas Craft, okay?
Here's the deal. The word "Christmas Craft" alone makes me perk up much like a text announcing a new baby.
The first presence of the holidays in our home? A quick, homemade wreath. I wanted to add a bow or buttons or something more, but I loved it for its simplicity. Simplicity is good for me. Sometimes I peter out. And this craft easily welcomed a four-year-old's assistance.
It's as simple as a styrofoam wreath form from a craft store, some fabric scraps and a bottle of Tacky glue.
Voila. It's a little grandma-ish and, being that I'm thirty-two and now appreciate the beauty, wisdom and experience of that generation, I dig grandma-ish.
Of course, Wreath is begging for some friends, and he will soon be joined by some other freak-flag-waving decor cousins.
Meanwhile, we are brainstorming special gift ideas for friends and family. And I am loving watching my girl beam from the satisfaction of creating things to give away.
An easy, inexpensive gift for friends?
Embellished chalkboard.
Seriously, it's a five dollar gift, and it took maybe fifteen minutes to create.
Materials: Wood frame, assorted felt, embroidery floss, embroidery needle, Tacky glue, primer, chalkboard paint.
Prime frame, paint with chalkboard paint, adorn with felt bunting.
Keep for yourself or decorate with twine and chalk to give away for a holiday gift.
Remember cool artist chick, Casey Leigh?
Well, congratulations to Comment #202, Talia: Love the photo of the girls sharing. Just lovely. Like you, we are practical and when the opportunity presents itself for me to take my girls to dinner - we go and cherish each moment!
Talia, your home is about to be graced by Casey's love of art. Please e-mail your contact info to email@example.com, and your wall will be soon be happy!
I've gone through far more pony tail holders and barrettes for my girls than I'd like to admit. I've proclaimed new methods for organzing trinkets many times, but I've never found the right fit for us. So, naturally, I'm excited to lauch our our new sponsor, The Adorned Abode, which provided the perfect fix for our hair accessory storing problem.
Kelly, of The Adorned Abode, does custom decoupage work to all her trinket and jewelry boxes, and her husband custom creates all the wood recipe boxes.
We love our new accessory box. And Lainey likes the whole idea of opening drawers and choosing accesories from a tiny dresser, just her size.
You can enjoy a 10% discount from The Adorned Abode, using code ENJOYING10, and two commenters will be randomly chosen from this post to receive a $25 gift certificate, courtesy of The Adorned Abode shop.
And tomorrow is a special day. Gary turns 50. Happy Birthday to a very special part of our family...thank you, Gary, for everything you do. We love you. 50--that's a big year, Dude. Celebrate that life.
(and sleep it off later)
Have a great week.
Brett has proclaimed his holiday love by promising only to use the snowman mug for his coffee from now until the New Year. If only I could think of such a badass way to declare my holiday love.
Monday, November 7, 2011
I'll take Holiday Craftastic for $400, Alex
278 comments:
1 – 200 of 278 Newer› Newest»- Rik said...
Thanks for the preview of holiday craftdom. And thanks for the shout out for Gary's Five O Day...and to think he chose to spend over half of those years putting up with me! I wish I were settled into that sand for a sunset celebration with you. I love you all, and to all a Good Night!
Poppa - November 7, 2011 at 8:34 PM
- Candi said...
I have a love on for shadow pics as well. Bring 'em! lol! Always look forward to reading your inspiring, amazing blog Kelle. Happy Fall!!
- November 7, 2011 at 8:34 PM
- chambanachik said...
Love those gift ideas. I could actually do those! :)
- November 7, 2011 at 8:36 PM
- WhatDoesTheFutureHold said...
Lainey in the first picture...reminds me of baby Lainey :) so cute.
Such a cute wreath craft I found this yesterday on pinterest.com
Have a great week!!!
Melissa - November 7, 2011 at 8:38 PM
- booksatthepaperhouse.com said...
Chalkboard paint is my newest obsession! Thanks for the great gift idea ....
I love this time of year too!
Cheers ~
Reading with Joey - November 7, 2011 at 8:40 PM
- Michelle said...
My favorite sentances of the month so far were found in this blog tonight...
*The word "Christmas Craft" alone makes me perk up much like a text announcing a new baby.*
*Brett has proclaimed his holiday love by promising only to use the snowman mug for his coffee from now until the New Year. If only I could think of such a badass way to declare my holiday love.*
THANK YOU FOR THE SMILES!!!! - November 7, 2011 at 8:40 PM
- Hope said...
Love your posts! I've been checking back every few minutes in hopes of a new one showing up, and low and behold here it is! I can't get over how grown up both Lainey & Nella look! And that chalkboard craft? LOVE! Will definitely be making one of those soon! :)
- November 7, 2011 at 8:40 PM
- Rebecca said...
love the chalkboard!
- November 7, 2011 at 8:41 PM
- Katy said...
Love the crafts!
Happy 50th Birthday Gary! :) - November 7, 2011 at 8:42 PM
- Stephanie said...
Thank you for the fantastic craft ideas! Can't wait to try them.
- November 7, 2011 at 8:48 PM
- Lisa said...
I need to have my husband read your blog, if only to realize and accept that I'm not the only holiday crazy out there. My daughters and I have been having Christmas music dance parties in the living room since the day after Halloween. Bring it on!
- November 7, 2011 at 8:48 PM
- Happiness is... said...
Welcome the holidays! We started last week with homemade hot chocolate in the snowman mugs along with way too many marshmallows; and yes, the Christmas music is playing on long car rides. My "workshop" is officially open for the season; and it reminds me how much I just love making special gifts for the chitlins in my life!
The chalkboard gift is great, but the "splat" shot of Nella is priceless.
Happy 50th Gary!
-Jennifer - November 7, 2011 at 8:49 PM
- megatron! said...
Thank you for the craft ideas! I love the chilly weather beach photos <3
Happy Monday!! - November 7, 2011 at 8:50 PM
- dig this chick said...
Brett and his snowman mug! So awesome.
That chalkboard gift is killer. Good one sister.
I love the wacky job interview. And can perfectly imagine you in that exact scenario, loving it.
Sweet dreams, late writer. - November 7, 2011 at 8:53 PM
- mjscreative said...
I work for an online scrapbook store, and I recognized the paper that was used on the accessory box right away. It's a line by Imaginisce, and it is just adorable. Great post, great photos. As always!
- November 7, 2011 at 8:53 PM
- Hazel said...
Yikes that profile photo of Lainey on the beach with sun flare, the wine glass etc, made me hold my breath for a moment, she's stunning, what a proud mama you must be!
Looks like a perfect weekend, and I love that chalk board idea.
I love all the bold colours in your photos in this post. Yeah for the beginning of the holiday season! - November 7, 2011 at 8:54 PM
- melissa said...
Seriously, could Brett write a blog for our husbands? That would be a badass idea too, he-he!
Happy November! Love ya! - November 7, 2011 at 8:54 PM
- maplewalnutmama said...
I hope the North sends you some snow this holiday season because I would love to see the JOY that that would bring! This post has made me smile - I think I might become a regular around here!
- November 7, 2011 at 8:57 PM
- Kelsey said...
That is such a cute wreath! Cheap, fast, easy crafts are just my style. I love that the girls washed their own car as well. When our friend was selling his motorcycle, his 3 year old tried to sell the guy his motorcycle (tricycle) too. It is so sweet when they want to be just like mom or dad.
- November 7, 2011 at 8:58 PM
- cwhittingham said...
Happy Birthday, Gary! I think I just might have to break out a snowman mug... :)
- November 7, 2011 at 8:59 PM
- Alzbeta said...
I'm scouting wreath ideas now :). Happy crafting!
- November 7, 2011 at 9:00 PM
- Lacy Hope said...
Cute wreath! I'm definitely going to have to make one too!!
- November 7, 2011 at 9:04 PM
- IRWSMom said...
The shadow picture...it looks like Nella's lashes are in the shadow! Well, maybe they really ARE her shadow lashes ;-) Love it! Love all the photos...my fav is the mason jar candles on the beach. I know you miss Michigan this time of year but living in Wisconsin right now, what I wouldn't give to be on the beach. Enjoy the rest of your week, Kelle~
- November 7, 2011 at 9:05 PM
- Becky Rodli said...
I think I have a door or two calling out for a crafty wreath! I am also glad to hear that I am not the only mother that goes through hair ties like crazy!
- November 7, 2011 at 9:07 PM
- Gina said...
I'm storing my daughter's barrets in a rubermaid. Would love to have something pretty. Not that there is anything wrong with Rubbermaid... :o)
- November 7, 2011 at 9:07 PM
- Laura said...
Oh goodness, I just pinned at least three of these photos. IN LOVE. Simple is best. Impromptu picnics on the beach with jar lighting? *jaw hanging open* Thanks Kelle, you never fail to make me laugh, smile, drool, and go to bed happy. :)
- November 7, 2011 at 9:09 PM
- Ruth said...
We have a fellow freak-flag flying neighbor tonight as they have already hung Christmas lights outside. Naturally, I thought of you.
- November 7, 2011 at 9:09 PM
- laurieg said...
Love the ear flaps and sweaters! Happy Fall!
And that chalkboard craft?? BRILLIANT! I'm trying to figure out if it is all wood or a canvas?? - November 7, 2011 at 9:10 PM
- Janice C. said...
I am so jealous of that beach party! The weather here has been super crazy, snowing one day, raining the next and 60 the next...it's getting kind of hard to keep up with. I
love the chalkboard idea, also I love the trinket box for hair things. So cute. Love reading your blog. - November 7, 2011 at 9:18 PM
- Mrs. G said...
one of my favorite posts yet!
- November 7, 2011 at 9:19 PM
- G said...
I stumbled upon your blog from another blog from another blog from another...etc... This post was hilarious, kept me smiling and laughing. I love your writing, your daughters are beautiful, and bring on fall/winter and all the fun fashion that come with them :)
- November 7, 2011 at 9:23 PM
- Sharmaine said...
cool crafting ideas! i will definitely be on the lookout for more of your neat crafts! so awesome that your girls get to be a part of it all!!
- November 7, 2011 at 9:26 PM
- Simply B said...
I'm DYINGGG at Brett's holiday love proclamation via sole use of snowman coffee mug! Oh my goodness, that's just too funny!
- November 7, 2011 at 9:26 PM
- Adventures In Babywearing said...
Totally just pinned that chalkboard frame. SUCH a great idea. THANK YOU!
Steph - November 7, 2011 at 9:30 PM
- Jen said...
Happy Birthday, Gary!
I wish I could sleep as peacefully as Nella does. Throw some of that sleepy dust my way. :) - November 7, 2011 at 9:38 PM
- Lovely Love said...
loved this post! you are too funny! i totally pictured you cartwheeling and dancing in my head lol! the pic of lainey on the beach with her "glass of wine" i loved! she looked so pretty and sophisticated and it gives you a glimpse of the amazing woman she will be one day. i needed this. i had a tough week last week, tough weekend, and today kinda sucked too. thank you :)
- November 7, 2011 at 9:50 PM
- joyful girl said...
i've recently returned to work after a blissful and whirlwind 4 months off with my precious baby girl, kaiira (kai) (who, incidentally, was born on 3.21.11)...
my work world has been in a state of complete upheaval and has been beyond overwhelming. however, my daily respite comes during my pumping break every afternoon in the quiet of my office when i open this page and savor your sweet musings - enjoying the inspiration, insight, and honest reflections of a fellow lover of life, of babies, of motherhood, and of the beautiful adventure in all of this. i appreciate your positivity and your reminders to be fully present - as much as possible - in every moment... already i'm finding they fly by at an astonishing pace! thank you for your sharing, kelle!
from one of my absolute favorites:
"instructions for living a life.
pay attention.
be astonished.
tell about it."
― mary oliver
yes! - November 7, 2011 at 10:00 PM
- Angela said...
Gorgeous girls! What kind of push car is that?. I've been looking for one that can fit two kiddos, even if one is hanging out the back!
- November 7, 2011 at 10:18 PM
- Just Trying Not to Blink .... said...
Only sixish or so weeks until Christmas? I'm digging out the snowman mugs tomorrow morning! My oldest girl's birthday party is coming up in early December. I just sent out the invitations and we're going to decorate gingerbread houses. Soooo into Christmas this year.
I love the chalkboard craft. And the impromptu beach party looks fabulous. You may think wistfully of cooler temperatures up north, but trust me, you wouldn't be doing a beach party up here today:). Have a great week! - November 7, 2011 at 10:19 PM
- Sean and Lia said...
ahh i love the girl's hats. soo cute. i kind of want to move out of florida just for the fall months. i miss the crisp weather and that fall smell.
- November 7, 2011 at 10:23 PM
- The Lincolns said...
I LOVE those storage boxes! Cute and functional? I'm so there! I'll also be making some of those lovely chalkboards as gifts for each of my play date friends. Thanks for the Monday goodness :)
- November 7, 2011 at 10:24 PM
- Laura said...
I just made my first magnetic chalk board and my daughter LOVES it. I love the addition of the bunting. Super cute fabric wreath, too. So simple and festive. I went to Target this weekend and am so ready to trade pumpkins and leaves for Christmas decorations. Glad I'm not the only one who thinks it's not too early. Happy week to you and your family.
- November 7, 2011 at 10:30 PM
- Julie said...
Keep the craft ideas coming! This very un-crafty mamma loves step by step instructions!
- November 7, 2011 at 10:45 PM
- RP said...
he hehe he hehe
you said bunting - November 7, 2011 at 11:00 PM
- Jaclyn Hicks said...
My hubby came home from the market the other day with every holiday coffee creamer imaginable. A man after my own heart.
I love that you fly your holiday freak flag....we will be decorating for Christmas/Thanksgiving this weekend. Holidays mean the world to us here. And we plan to soak up every moment of it.
Fly that flag. - November 7, 2011 at 11:01 PM
- Lesli Temple said...
Love your cozy beach picnic! Lainey looks like she is in her most favorite place to be:)
- November 7, 2011 at 11:02 PM
- sheri said...
I'm so glad you inwardly cheer Nella's spirit. I often find myself inwardly smiling at my 3-year-old when he's arguing semantics. It's hard to scowl and smile at the same time, but man I love his wit! Glad to know I'm not alone. :o)
- November 7, 2011 at 11:08 PM
- Marla S. said...
Freak flag has been blowin' in the wind since late August! I know my daughter would love to have a cubby for her hair do-dads, but that cubby is just beggin' to be in my bathroom! That is just too cute!
- November 7, 2011 at 11:14 PM
- Aimee said...
Happy November 7th Kelle! =) Thanks for another fun post!
- November 7, 2011 at 11:28 PM
- Jenny said...
I am enjoying bringing the holidays to life in our home for my girls, too! Wish we had a beach nearby for impromptu sunset picnics! :o)
- November 7, 2011 at 11:32 PM
- sarah said...
Wish I were there.
- November 7, 2011 at 11:39 PM
- sarah said...
Wish I were there.
- November 7, 2011 at 11:40 PM
- Liane said...
I had to laugh when I read about Brett and his snowman cup because yesterday I brought a Santa & a Snowman cup and announced that these were the only 2 cups I would have my tea in now!
Here's to the start of the festivities! xx - November 8, 2011 at 12:22 AM
- My Secret Rooms said...
Love it all, just love it!!!!
Thanks Kelle for all you do, bring out and awake!
I'll challenge me and the hubster to find such a dabass x-mas thingie too....
Have a gorgeous day!
<3 - November 8, 2011 at 12:39 AM
- My Secret Rooms said...
Badass, that should have been...!
- November 8, 2011 at 12:39 AM
- janine said...
Everything about this post has made me smile and perhaps I could even admit to a bit of tee-heeing out loud to boot! I feel that your holiday wreath gives me full permission to have a bit of a Christmas crafternoon so I shall be digging out the festive fabrics and papers later today :) I am also wiling some of our damp Northern Ireland weather over to you too x
- November 8, 2011 at 1:50 AM
- Team Lando said...
Can we hang out? I am starting my crafting today!
Also, yesterday, I basically wore Lainey's beach outfit. But from LOFT, without the sweet hat.
Ellie says hi. - November 8, 2011 at 1:55 AM
- YeamieWaffles said...
Awesome photos. You guys are a pair of absolutely superb parents, I mean that. Nice post as always!
- November 8, 2011 at 2:01 AM
- Keeley Barr said...
I HAD to pin your chalkboard gift! Are you on Pinterest? If so find me please!!! Keeley Barr
Btw I have coveted your quilt since I first started reading your blog a year and a half ago- who made it? - November 8, 2011 at 2:08 AM
- stacy said...
I just took photos of our game of shadow tag last night. Early sunsets, longer shadows, wear a mama out quickly!
Stacy - November 8, 2011 at 2:16 AM
- Heatheroo said...
Fabulous as always...I love setting up to dig into a magazine like that...my favorite quiet time treat to myself. My huge extended family brings a basket to our Christmas celebration where everyone handmakes a craft or goody to place in everyones basket...it is amazing to see what everyone comes up with...so I have been scouring books and magazines for my perfect idea for this year!! Have a great week with your sweet family!!
- November 8, 2011 at 2:24 AM
- Gina said...
I've started my holiday crafting as well. Slowly but surely my house will be filled!
- November 8, 2011 at 2:47 AM
- Maria said...
Wow..did you conjure up some magical morning brew for me! Love the whole holiday feel~chills of anticipation.
Lainey with the "wine" glass~too early for a glimpse into that future..lol. She looks so grown up.
I am loving chalk board anything right now. So whimsical & the little felt flags..be still my heart! Love them!!
Have a happy day!
P.S. Happy Birthday, Gary - November 8, 2011 at 3:06 AM
- Funky Mama Bird said...
We painted a giant chalkboard onto our dining room wall, and I have a metric ton of chalkboard paint left. I think I'm going to start making chalkboards for everyone I know now.
- November 8, 2011 at 3:06 AM
- Andrea said...
Love your chalkboard gift idea! Seeing as our tree was up 2 days after Halloween our Christmas season is in full swing!
- November 8, 2011 at 3:34 AM
- b said...
i will be shopping at adorned adobe! love the little drawers. Do you have any ideas for thanksgiving crafts? I teach kindergarten ESE, and am looking for a craft. I will have them make the chalkboards as xmas gifts, but would love a fun thanksgiving idea!
betsy - November 8, 2011 at 3:43 AM
- jennymariee said...
You have made it ok to start the "holiday" season... The one where Thanksgiving and Christmas are both part of the same magical thing. I had been putting off decorating, shopping etc for after Thanksgiving so as to give it its proper time. But now I feel so different about it. Thank you!!! Because enjoying it slowly over 6 weeks is so much more fun than smashing it all in to 4.
- November 8, 2011 at 4:18 AM
- Jen said...
Snowman mug...I am still giggling! That is so sweet!
Love Nella and Laniey in the pedal car! Great beach pictures! - November 8, 2011 at 4:22 AM
- Jessica said...
You have me dying to do some Christmas crafts!
- November 8, 2011 at 4:37 AM
- Jamie said...
Love all of the craft ideas!!! And, as always, I enjoy the pics of your girls!
- November 8, 2011 at 4:37 AM
- Annie said...
The hair accessory debacle! I love a solution for it. I love all the bows and barrettes for my daughter, but I've yet to find a great solution for us as well.
Brett's idea for celebrating the season - so fitting for you : )
Thanks for the craft ideas! - November 8, 2011 at 4:51 AM
- Carrie said...
The beach pictures are amazing...I love the pretty pink sunset, and hats and sweaters. Just beautiful.
I have been waiting for some kind of permission to raise my holiday freak flag, and now I feel I can! I love the wreath idea, and I will be adding that to my list of Christmas crafts to do with my girl!
The chalkboard idea is also amazing...I know a few friends who would love that for Christmas!
You rock :) - November 8, 2011 at 4:52 AM
- Annie said...
Happy Birthday to Gary!
- November 8, 2011 at 4:53 AM
- Kari said...
Love the crafts and of course your adorable kiddos! Are you hooked on pinterest, yet? I am so pinning these!!!! I, too, love all things fall and holiday. Each year I get really excited when they start playing Christmas music 24/7. Lame, I know, but I love it!
- November 8, 2011 at 4:56 AM
- If These Walls Spoke... said...
Love the craft ideas! Thanks for sharing :)
- November 8, 2011 at 4:56 AM
- beersincannes said...
Love the organizer!
- November 8, 2011 at 5:03 AM
- Katie said...
that is truly a badass way of celebrating. love it.
- November 8, 2011 at 5:19 AM
- Kate Giovinco Photography said...
I am so in love with the quilt on Lainey's bed. I have decided my first big sewing project is to make an american quilt. I have some adorable fabric and can't wait to start.
Enjoy your holiday season I am embracing it this year as well. - November 8, 2011 at 5:19 AM
- Laurie said...
Love all of your posts! I have the same problem with my girls and their hair accessories :)
Loved the comment about the frosty mug .... too funny! - November 8, 2011 at 5:25 AM
- Bethany said...
I love the song "Pocketful of Sunshine." I found my sweet escape this summer while hiking in the Rocky Mountains, and I think about it all the time.
I will have to keep in mind the crafts. Honestly, I'm lucky if I get a mini tree up and decorated, but I still freakin love the holidays. - November 8, 2011 at 5:31 AM
- Shaybplus3 said...
I too love a good shadow pic. I have done one every year at our family pictures. They make me smile to look at them! P.S. We will be copying your wreath shortly today!
Momma to 3
*Shay B* - November 8, 2011 at 5:36 AM
- Crystal Renee said...
I love the ideas you present and I just might actually try one this year! Exciting. You have the best taste and 2 gorgeous girls! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! I strive to be like you.. sigh!!
- November 8, 2011 at 5:38 AM
- Ali's Mom said...
Happy Birthday to Gary!! Brett rocks too!
- November 8, 2011 at 5:40 AM
- Jenny said...
is there anything better than a good twirling dress. i am also so jealous of your beach excursions
- November 8, 2011 at 5:42 AM
- misty venne said...
your posts inspire me EVERY TIME. i look forward to them :) you have a beautiful family.
- November 8, 2011 at 5:45 AM
- OnCallMom said...
I'm definitely going to make those chalkboards...great idea! I actually have all the stuff to make them at home, so your post was perfect timing. Also, I meant to comment on your last post about the whole 'going out to eat' thing. I told my husband what you'd written and said, 'we're not the only husband/wife duo where the wife is always coming up with reasons to go out to eat and the husband can suddenly feed multitudes from two loaves and fishes!" :)
- November 8, 2011 at 5:52 AM
- dldhome said...
Planning crafts for little ones for our annual lunch with santa at school - love crafting!
- November 8, 2011 at 5:53 AM
- PhotoPuddle said...
Wow, that picture of Lainey looking under the blanket is amazing. She looks like she's about 15 years old. Your little girl's getting all grown up.
And just wanted to say even though I hardly ever comment I still read your blog every time you post and find it quite inspirational x x x - November 8, 2011 at 5:58 AM
- Peg said...
Loving the holiday crafting already. I also really liked the dress twirling...I am heading ride over to the jewelry box link...my niece Molly who lives with us is forever losing her multitude of headbands and accesories...that box looks perfect!
Keep writing, your posts really brighten my day :) - November 8, 2011 at 6:05 AM
- Karen said...
Awesome, so excited it is time for the freak flag :) Very excited to do something with my little guys this year now that he can sit an focus for maybe a minute :)
- November 8, 2011 at 6:07 AM
- rachel b said...
i love being craftastic for christmas!!!! i'll have to try your wreath!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:09 AM
- Melissa said...
I have been following your blog for a while and I just love your photography! have a wonderful day!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:12 AM
- Sarah said...
you so need to go to Goodwill and find an ugly Christmas sweater. One that plays music and lights up. heehee
and I love both your crafts - November 8, 2011 at 6:13 AM
- Jennifer said...
I love holiday crafts too!!! I need to pull out that sewing machine! :0)
- jen
walls.jennifer1 at gmail (d0t) com - November 8, 2011 at 6:17 AM
- Albert Pinto said...
hey, how did you do it? Nice work done. I appreciate you as you entertained me, amazed me and more. Photography is simply interesting.
- November 8, 2011 at 6:17 AM
- The Gustafsons said...
You make me wish I was more crafty! I also have those moments a lot where I look at my girls and think "life is good." SO fun!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:22 AM
- hollycombs said...
Love the chalkboard idea!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:24 AM
- Beth S. said...
I really love the idea of making your own wreath! Christmas is my favorite time of year, and I've been looking for the perfect little craft to do with my Little (I volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters) and I think this is it. :-)
Also, LOVE the recipe boxes! Very neat. - November 8, 2011 at 6:25 AM
- Heather said...
This is my favorite time of the year too!! There is just magic in the air!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:36 AM
- Jen said...
Lovely, as always. I want to go to the beach now because of you!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:42 AM
- Lisa Hewlett said...
I am SOOOO not a crafter, but you make me want to try! I can't believe the holidays are so close!!!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:45 AM
- Sheila said...
love the chalkboard idea!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:47 AM
- Becky said...
I love the little chalkboard project! Such a cute idea!!!
I'm in Kansas, so we get considerably colder temperatures here than you do, but I totally appreciate your love of sweaters and ear-flap hats. Best time of the year! - November 8, 2011 at 6:47 AM
- Elaine D. said...
Lovely post as usual!!!
Yey to the holidays! Soaking it alll in!!!!!!!!!! - November 8, 2011 at 6:48 AM
- Krysta said...
You are awesome. All of you. This post made me happy. "Only if I could find such a badass way..." hysterical.
- November 8, 2011 at 6:57 AM
- Amy said...
Your seasonal posts effectively make me long for the ocean but also feel thankful to live in the midwest where the leaves are changing and we're putting away shorts and pulling out sweaters. :) Love the yellow sweater with black and white skirt you're wearing!
- November 8, 2011 at 6:58 AM
- Halie Renee said...
Today is the first day I've read your blog (just found it), but I love it already! Looking forward to reading more about your life and cute little girls! (I also am super excited for Christmas, and have begun doing crafts as well! Glad I'm not the only one!)
- November 8, 2011 at 6:59 AM
- The McGee Family said...
I love the holidays too! After we were done trick or treating, I asked my husband if he was excited about tomorrow. He looked at me confused until I exclaimed "I'm going to start listening to Christmas music tomorrow!" He just rolls his eyes at me. I love this time of year and love love love getting to spend it with my family.
- November 8, 2011 at 7:05 AM
- Ben and Jessica Buehner said...
I am a firm stickler for "no christmas til after thanksgiving", but I always cheat with crafts because technically they dont go up until the rest of the twenty other holiday boxes come down from the attic :-)
- November 8, 2011 at 7:06 AM
- Tara Jeles said...
ha ha!! that last picture of Nella sacked out sleeping is awesome!! I love how little ones can sleep anywhere in any position :)
- November 8, 2011 at 7:08 AM
- Jilly said...
You should join Pinterest. It is great in all of its crafty glory. Be careful though, I spend hours playing on it.
- November 8, 2011 at 7:15 AM
- Sami said...
I love the gift idea!
- November 8, 2011 at 7:24 AM
- Denise said...
Go Brett!!!
Keep the holiday ideas coming...I have a Friday off work and a rainy weekend coming up, with 5 kids to entertain. - November 8, 2011 at 7:28 AM
- Crystal said...
The chalkboard with bunting is adorable, a much needed accent to grandma's kitchen!
- November 8, 2011 at 7:36 AM
- Courtney said...
I have recently found myself seeing the beauty in "grandma-ish" things, too. This year my grandma taught me to knit and gave me her old embroidery machine... It's a handmade Christmas kind of a year, and I love that.
- November 8, 2011 at 7:38 AM
- melanie said...
we're so anxious to let our freak flag fly for christmas that i think we're going to put our tree up this weekend...oooo, i can't wait!
melanie(dot)myatt(at)gmail(dot)com - November 8, 2011 at 7:39 AM
- Love is all you need said...
Your love for holidays is giving me butterflies in my stomach! Can't wait to get crafting..
- November 8, 2011 at 7:45 AM
- greilotus said...
I envy Nella's ability to fall asleep on chairs, random couches, sister's bed, the beach... haha!
- November 8, 2011 at 8:05 AM
- Just the Two of US said...
Your post make me excited for the holidays, i've been kinda bummed about it thus this far, but this brings me cheer. So thanksgiving and christmas.. go ahead and bring it!
- November 8, 2011 at 8:05 AM
- taylor said...
where did you buy that "kid wine" :)
and the soup sounds so good right now. - November 8, 2011 at 8:06 AM
- Living*Loving*Learning*Lauren said...
Love the holiday crafts!! Over the weekend we took our empty wine bottles and painted them in christmas colors and made them into holiday candles for our fire place. :)
- November 8, 2011 at 8:18 AM
- The Holt's said...
Love all the pictures and ideas. Kid wine... Christmas crafts. Beautiful!
- November 8, 2011 at 8:20 AM
- Joelle said...
Kid wine - I love it and so would my little girl! Speaking of little girls, a place to store the thousands of hair bows and elastics? So helpful!
- November 8, 2011 at 8:25 AM
- Ashley said...
Cool breezes on the beach, how amazing.
- November 8, 2011 at 8:28 AM
- Petunia's Bloom said...
Your little girls are so precious!!! I love your blog. ;-D
- November 8, 2011 at 8:49 AM
- Christina said...
your posts make me so happy!
- November 8, 2011 at 8:52 AM
- Abs said...
So inspiring! My crafty 5 yo will benefit from your ideas this weekend:)
- November 8, 2011 at 8:52 AM
- MyCastleIsFull said...
The picture of Nella sleeping made me smile. :) You have inspired me to get my craft freak on! My kids won't know what him them:)
Laura - November 8, 2011 at 8:54 AM
- kthomas08 said...
I recently found your blog and I LOVE it! Thanks for the great craft ideas. Now that I have a baby I'm super excited to make things with her. Happy Holidays!
Kristine - November 8, 2011 at 9:04 AM
- Emily said...
Christmas music *may* already play at our house on weekends...just sayin'
so excited for the season and all the wonder it brings!
gonna have to try that chalkboard craft...THANKS! - November 8, 2011 at 9:09 AM
- Danyelle said...
Very cute wreath and chalkboard!
To organize my girls' barrettes, I got one of those memo boards with the ribbon crisscrossing it, and attached all the barrettes to it and hung it. Pony tail holders and headbands continue to wind up everywhere though. - November 8, 2011 at 9:14 AM
- Meagan Kenney said...
I am so excited for the upcoming holidays! The the second picture of Lainey's profile in her hat at the beach. And she looks like she's gonna slosh her "kid wine" all over, lol! xo
- November 8, 2011 at 9:15 AM
- Chrissy said...
The picture at the end is great.
- November 8, 2011 at 9:23 AM
- Kelly Cach said...
* "I'm not wearing elf shoes" made me laugh out loud!!!
* Nella in the knit hat on the beach....Aawww, her blue eyes and lashes have me falling in love with her EVERY time.
* Lainey on the beach looking under the blanket with her "kid wine" in hand....Holy Teenager!!! She looks so incredibly beautiful, yet grown up, too! LOOK OUT!
Let the crafting begin.
And now I want cheese and apples.
And a candle-lit beach,
Kelly - November 8, 2011 at 9:24 AM
- Taylor said...
The end of this post still has me laughing. And, oh, those little toes!!!
- November 8, 2011 at 9:25 AM
- Ashleigh said...
Love this post! I've been trying to think of a cute way to do a chalkboard SOMETHING for my little guy - yours is divine! Love it!
www.themommystop.com - November 8, 2011 at 9:29 AM
- Deborah said...
I with you! I love the holidays just as much as an annoucment of a new baby , and I love that you finaly put it into words for me! The wreath is adorable to praticle for little hands cant wait to make ours :)
- November 8, 2011 at 9:54 AM
- Dee said...
Why is there nothing more adorable than a sleeping child? I love Bretts idea of celebrating with a mug... I have lotsa holiday mugs too!
- November 8, 2011 at 9:56 AM
- Andrea said...
I love this time of year too! Can't wait to put up the tree with my daughter.
- November 8, 2011 at 10:03 AM
- Crystal said...
I LOVE this:
'Brett has proclaimed his holiday love by promising only to use the snowman mug for his coffee from now until the New Year. If only I could think of such a badass way to declare my holiday love.'
I can hardly see through the tears in my eyes from laughing so hard. That; is awesome.
Happy Holidays! Eek! - November 8, 2011 at 10:07 AM
- Becky said...
I am a Michigan girl too so I get what you say. I lived in North Carolina for a couple years. You never lose your roots.
- November 8, 2011 at 10:08 AM
- Becky said...
I am a Michigan girl too so I get what you say. I lived in North Carolina for a couple years. You never lose your roots.
- November 8, 2011 at 10:08 AM
- Amanda said...
Pic of Nella sleeping is the best! I have a holiday snowman mug as well, only I use it all year round. It's blue and white and matches my kitchen... there is nothing wrong with that, right!?!
- November 8, 2011 at 10:10 AM
- eacard said...
hi Kelle! what kind of frame did you use for that project? I'd love to make some for friends this Christmas. :) thanks for the idea!
-Liz - November 8, 2011 at 10:11 AM
- Melissa said...
ohhhh I am up to my nasal canula in christmas fabric/ beads/ felts/ buttons/sequins and whatever else I can pile on every couch arm in the house so whenever I sit I can keep on creating! LOVE the wreath...and tis not grandma ish...why its folk ar! And when kids are still sweet littles ... they are not defiant...they got Spunk! And you got spunky kids which is just delightful! Tain't nothing better than a kid with spunk!
- November 8, 2011 at 10:17 AM
- marianj79 said...
As soon as I saw the sweet little chest, I literally yelled out loud "yes!! That's what I've been looking for!!" (startled the heck out of my 2.5 year old) I, too, have lost countless hair ties, barrettes, and other hair accessories. This looks perfect!!
- November 8, 2011 at 10:20 AM
- youtalkIlisten said...
Aww, love the chalkboard paint.
- November 8, 2011 at 10:22 AM
- Tiffany said...
I love the holiday season. I do wish I was more crafty though. I want to do crafts, but I just never do them for some reason. I have already vowed to at least do one this year.
- November 8, 2011 at 10:23 AM
- Karisa said...
I'm feeling inspired by your craftiness...especially by the kid-friendliness!
And I love that your girls will sleep anywhere...and perhaps a wee bit envious! ;-) - November 8, 2011 at 10:24 AM
- Tina said...
Ok... for real. I had to stop half way through to use the washroom before I peed myself. Wave your freak flag with pride, Kelle! You rock it!
- November 8, 2011 at 10:25 AM
- Stefanie said...
Cute, would love one of those boxes!
- November 8, 2011 at 10:26 AM
- Natalia said...
I love the beach pictures. And all the pictures. Absolutely gor-geous.
- November 8, 2011 at 10:36 AM
- kate said...
It's rare that I pop in and comment on your lovely blog, but I just had to say, isn't miss Lainey going to love that picture of her with the "kid wine" as a fun memory at 21. :) Your photos... stunning as always.
I think I'm going to enjoy this playlist too.
Happy Fall. It's rainy & extra sugar beety here in Michigan. - November 8, 2011 at 10:38 AM
- Katie said...
your girls are so darling. and you yourself inspire me. thanks for the lovely pictures and sweet thoughts almost everyday (:
- November 8, 2011 at 10:42 AM
- Disneyfan said...
I am SO excited that the holidays are HERE! I will admit that I have been counting down the months left til the holidays since...ok since like February.
Perfect combination of three of my favorite things, chalkboards, felt and buntings! LOVE! I am SO going to do that for family and friends! Thanks for the idea.
Oh - and my husband refuses to use any of our winter mugs until it is actually winter/Christmas time. Must be a guy thing. ;)
http://johnsonsmixednuts.blogspot.com/ - November 8, 2011 at 10:43 AM
- Ash said...
Where do you find your quilts? I love them, but I'm definitely too lazy to try and make one for myself! ;)
- November 8, 2011 at 10:50 AM
- Renee said...
Your crafts always look like so much fun! This time around I also took the extra time to read all of your old blog posts you linked in. I love it all. There's so much to say that I don't even know where to begin. I love your writting, you always make me smile and I look forward to your posts every day. Even when life is crazy busy like it is for me these days, I take the time to read your words, for somedays they are what helpe me keep going.
Happy holidays-right-around-the-corner days to you!!! :) - November 8, 2011 at 10:52 AM
- Ceciley2007 said...
I love the chalkboard!! What a great gift for a dear friend!!
- November 8, 2011 at 10:53 AM
- Talia said...
First things first...
Your crafts are so cute and look doable for those of us who are craft challenged. (that's me!)And, your girls resting -- they look so peaceful and sweet. Too adorable! Your blog is a warm fuzzy place to visit and I always leave with a smile on my face and gratitude in my heart!
Also, I won your Casey Weigand give a way and am thrilled beyond words! I let out a woop when I saw my name and comment as the winner. THANK YOU! So excited!! :) - November 8, 2011 at 10:56 AM
- Kalee said...
LOVE the stream of consciousness approach:)! And mason jars on the beach? Beautiful!
- November 8, 2011 at 11:02 AM
- mistene said...
Hooray for the holiday freak flag!!!!! I cannot wait to start decorating! And I LOVE the chalkboard craft! It might make a few appearaces for all the littles in our life this year!
Oh. And in the spirit of Brett - I think I will pull out my holiday mugs and soup bowls. hehehe - November 8, 2011 at 11:17 AM
- Wendy said...
Greetings from Michigan. I could use one of those trinket boxes!
- November 8, 2011 at 11:18 AM
- Emily said...
Love the chalkboard idea... make one to keep, one to give!
And I think the picture of Lainey on the beach with the sun setting in the background is gorgeous! - November 8, 2011 at 11:19 AM
- Caroline said...
Your blog never fails to make me smile! Glad someone else shares my undying and passionate love for the holidays!!!
- November 8, 2011 at 11:20 AM
- Betsy said...
I've been trying to hold back my inner freak-flag waving self by not decorating for Christmas yet...but you've started...I feel some decorating coming on!!
- November 8, 2011 at 11:26 AM
- genderist said...
Oh, the sleeping girl pics are my favorites!
- November 8, 2011 at 11:31 AM
- Sandra said...
I love lainy's blue dress and nella's "minnie mouse" top.
- November 8, 2011 at 11:49 AM
- Meg said...
I also have 2 daughters and we have indefinite amounts of completely missing bows and bands!! I have started using a ribbon style memory board and that was working until my girls figured out how to climb up to all those tantalizing bows and get them down (my oldest is 3 and second is 17 months).
I love the mini-dresser idea! Pick me, pick me! - November 8, 2011 at 12:05 PM
- Erin B said...
I love "borrowing" your craft ideas. We made our own version of the leaf banner and my daughter loves it! I will totally be hitting JoAnn Fabrics for our new, cheap but beautiful wreath. Thanks :)
- November 8, 2011 at 12:09 PM
- Pale said...
Kelle, you amazing thing you ...
Quick ?
How do you get from the wood frame to the canvas that you paint with the chalk-board paint? Did you add canvas yourself and staple it on? Tac in on? Or did you buy a pre-made canvas? I know Joanne's and Michael's sell cheap wood frames ...
Also, where did you find the chalk board paint and how much did it cost? I'm hoping it's a one stop shop and they have it at Michael's ....
Awesome project.
MWAH. - November 8, 2011 at 12:10 PM
- Kelle said...
The wood frame is actually kind of a wood canvas. It has a flat Wood front. They sell them at Joanns. Chalkboard paint is inexpensive at home depot but they might have it at craft store. You can turn any paint into chalkboard paint by adding grout powder though. Google the recipe. You might want lightly sand the wood before priming too.
- November 8, 2011 at 12:20 PM
- Jenna Johnson said...
love love love this post! I adore the pictures of the beach and Nella's sweet face in the car with Lainey. Precious!
- November 8, 2011 at 12:40 PM
- Becky said...
Nella at the end...this is how I feel right about now trying to do crafts with a nine month old (obviously the crafting is for me)but on we try and continue to make our small apartment homey!Thanks for the ideas....:)
- November 8, 2011 at 12:45 PM
- Amy said...
Hmm, don't think my first comment actually took... so I am uber grinchy this year for some reason, however this post made me smile and got me to pull out some old fabric to make a wreath with my girl tonight. So thanks for that! :)
- November 8, 2011 at 12:48 PM
- [LJT] said...
The picture of Lainey holding the glass of "wine" and adjusting the blanket with the sun in the background is BEAUTIFUL!
And as a mother of two little girls (3yrs and 14mo), I am oh so familiar with an abundance of hair things. And yet, whenever we need one, I can't find one! - November 8, 2011 at 1:09 PM
- Rebekah said...
Now you have me all in the Christmas spirit too, thanks :)
I am now DYING to try making that chalkboard.. super cute and fun!!
I usually make myself wait till the day after Thanksgiving to break out the Christmas music, but I might just break it out a little sooner this year :) - November 8, 2011 at 1:18 PM
- Katy Allgood said...
As always, beautiful photos. Makes me wish for chilly beach nights. Lainey looks so big with her wine glass. ;)
- November 8, 2011 at 1:20 PM
- Michelle said...
Your photos with quilts get me every time.
XOXO, Missy from Indiana - November 8, 2011 at 1:29 PM
- Amish Stories said...
I'm spending a little time checking out new blogs, so i thought id stop and say hello to you folks. Richard from the Amish community of Lebanon Pennsylvania.
- November 8, 2011 at 1:32 PM
- Sara said...
I love Brett's "badass" declaration of his holiday love! I don't drink coffee but I may just do something like that for my hot cocoa, which in and of itself screams holiday to me, especially when I add a little peppermint to it. Mmmmmm. Now my pregnant self is really craving a Starbucks Mint Hot cocoa. Dang it!
- November 8, 2011 at 1:44 PM
- CAslocs said...
Love the holiday wreath! I welcome 4-year old friend crafts :)
- November 8, 2011 at 1:58 PM
- Keely said...
Hi Kelle!
I rarely post, but I just couldn't not this time! Girl, you need a record player! I thought of you today as my kids and I played 'doctor' to the amazing, crackly sound of our record player and Christmas LP's (thanks to my Grammie!) Seriously, it takes the cozy feeling of Christmas to a whole new level. Love me some vintage in my life ;-) - November 8, 2011 at 2:08 PM
- Ali's Mom said...
LOVE the record player idea!! That would really take me back to my childhood since my parents played scratchy old albums all the time - but especially for parties and during the holidays!! wow.......the memories!
- November 8, 2011 at 2:32 PM
- oli said...
I love coming across all these awesome vendors from your blog! You have kind of become my hipster person =)
- November 8, 2011 at 2:34 PM
- Monica said...
Love the last pictures, SO precious
- November 8, 2011 at 2:51 PM
- Erin said...
Squeeee! Holiday crafting time! Your wreath is granny-tastic & I'm actually out the door to Hobby Lobby right now in a fit of inspiration. Maybe I'll crochet a potholder, no scarf, no THROW BLANKET, too!
- November 8, 2011 at 2:54 PM
- Wendy said...
Real men can drink coffee from snowman mugs & look cool doing it. I think that's Brett's way of waving his holiday freak flag! :)
Love the photo of Nella cashed out at the end. Very nice touch. - November 8, 2011 at 3:09 PM
- Ilana said...
I would love to get one of those little boxes to give my niece as a holiday present. She's 2 and a very girly girl. Love the beach pics!
- November 8, 2011 at 3:45 PM
- Natalie said...
A beach trip with the sole purpose of using cute hats and sweaters? TOTALLY something I would (maybe have) done. Let your freak flag fly proudly! Can't wait to see what other crafts you have to share.
- November 8, 2011 at 3:46 PM
- thethinkingmom said...
Love your beach pics - the colors are amazing!
- November 8, 2011 at 4:02 PM
- Sandy said...
i think you should show your holiday love by only wearing holiday socks (and maybe a piece of holiday jewelry each day) from now until new year. :)
- November 8, 2011 at 4:05 PM
- vermonter said...
I have to say you make me want to have a beach party,(DREAMING) I however would have to wear a heavy WINTER sweater and WINTER hat and a WINTER coat on top of that. I think that tells you that a beach party at this time of the year in Vermont is out of the question. Love Laineys beach photo with her little wine glass and her fruit. SO cute.
- November 8, 2011 at 4:42 PM
- Katy Allgood said...
Wish there was a beach close enough to enjoy. Your pics make it look so inviting!
- November 8, 2011 at 4:50 PM
- leemeandthegirls said...
Can I just say Amen to this post? So needed my Kelle Hampton fix today.
- November 8, 2011 at 4:52 PM
- Amanda said...
Your girls are beyond beautiful and your craftiness inspires me :)
- November 8, 2011 at 4:55 PM
- Stef said...
Kelle, you capture the best picture moments and you write amazingly well.
Thanks for that. - November 8, 2011 at 5:00 PM
- Michelle said...
That last picture of Lainey with the "kiddy wine"... she looks so old and mature! Love the chalk board idea. I might have to make some of those for myself :) Beautiful pictures as always!
- November 8, 2011 at 5:05 PM
- Melina said...
Happy birthday Gary!!
And to you, Kelle, I love your description of the popsicle interview. That was SO not like how my interview with amazon went and you know what? Amazon would have been a terrible fit for me. I'll know the right job when I see the feet on the desk and the popsicles.
Melina - November 8, 2011 at 5:06 PM
- ARH3584 said...
Ohmygosh... that pic of Lainey on the beach holding her little glass to the side, rocking the heck out of some skinny cuffed jeans. I can't even stand her cuteness :)
- November 8, 2011 at 5:22 PM
- Jennifer from NJ said...
glad you ar eenjoying a crisp evening on the beach. your girls will always know they have a michigan momma. love the trinket box. my 2 little guys would love a boy box to keep their fake spider rings, and soccer ball necklaces!
- November 8, 2011 at 5:24 PM


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Monday, March 14, 2011
Freeform crocheted Marius
Materials: Marius, cotton yarn, foam rubber
Description: I have crocheted a free form motif with birds. The pattern to the birds can be downloaded free at the knit and crochet site ravelry.com.
I first crocheted two long tubes to cover the legs of the chair. Then I made the birds and crochet and sewed them together to a big circle, and at last I crochet around the piece to make it big enough to fit the plate. I added a piece of foam rubber to make the chair a little bit more soft to sit on, and then I wrapped it with the crocheted cover.
~ Kristin, Sweden
17 comments:
- AnonymousMarch 14, 2011 11:12 PM
I love it.!Thanks for posting it. Inspired an idea for my crochet project. :)
ReplyDelete - AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 12:33 AM
Totally charming! Much more lively and exciting than the Ravelry project that was the source of the bird pattern. Thanks for providing the link though.
Knitala (Ravelry) - AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 4:04 AM
Beautiful work - it's both technically and artistically impressive. It makes me think of latin-american fabric molas and Huichol yarn paintings. I love the vibrant colors you chose. I'm inspired to try creating something similar, but knitted (I haven't learned to crochet yet...). Thanks so much for sharing with us! <3
ReplyDelete - AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 10:22 PM
so cute! looking at it makes me smile! what an inspirational project. now i am looking at the sitting surfaces on the chairs and barstools at home in a different light - all the happy patterns i can potentially cover them with to make home more cheery. unlike you, i don't have your amazing crochet skills - it'll take me months / years to produce just one cover.
look forward to more crochet projects from you.
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Wed, Apr 10, 2013 | 08:26 BST
Phoenix in flight: World of Warplanes prepares to blitz
World of Warplanes developer Wargaming.net struck gold with World of Tanks. VG247′s Dave Cook speaks with producer Anton Sitnikov about repeating the phenomenon.
Tue, Apr 02, 2013 | 10:55 BST
Gas Powered Games re-branded as Wargaming Seattle
Gas Powered Games has been re-branded by new owner Wargaming as Wargaming Seattle. The move has seen some released staff members rehired by the studio.
Sat, Mar 23, 2013 | 17:58 GMT
NVIDIA sponsoring World of Tanks International Open tournament
NVIDIA has announced plans to host a World of Tanks International open tournament. It will be held in Asia Pacific, China, Europe, Russia and the Americas where the best seven-member teams will compete for with the best out of three games the winner. The tournament will last for four weeks before Grand Finals where up to $100,000 in prizes will be offered, along with a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 card. At date has not been set, and you can pre-register here. Thanks, Polygon.
Tue, Feb 12, 2013 | 16:26 GMT
Wargaming launching World of Tanks professional eSports league
Wargaming has announced a eSports league for World of Tanks.
Tue, Jan 29, 2013 | 14:52 GMT
World of Tanks developer buys Day 1 Studios for $20 million
World of Tanks developer Wargaming.net has announced its acquisition of F.E.A.R. 3 developer Day 1 Studios.
Tue, Jan 08, 2013 | 21:31 GMT
Worlds of Tanks boasts 10,000 concurrent users in Korea
Wargaming.net's World of Tanks is no stranger to whopping statistics but here's a new and impressive one.
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 | 00:05 BST
World of Warplanes gets a bit cinematic in new trailer
World of Warplanes is about shooting deadly flying machines out of the sky before your own suffers the same fate. That's pretty bloody exciting on its own, but this trailer tries to make it look even more adrenaline-filled.
Fri, Aug 24, 2012 | 15:11 BST
World of Tanks' Clan Wars mode coming to World of Warplanes
World of Tanks' Clan Wars mode will be integrated with Wargaming's World of Warplanes, according to game producer Sergey Ilyshyn, and the combining of the two games is just the start.
Wed, Aug 15, 2012 | 04:17 BST
World of Warplanes to add Japanese Imperial aircraft
Wargaming has announced a new set of Japanese Imperial aircraft for its combat sim, World of Warplanes.
Tue, Aug 14, 2012 | 01:43 BST
World of Tanks Generals combines card, RTS mechanics
Wargaming has added a new title to its line-up of popular combat titles, World of Tanks Generals.
Thu, Aug 02, 2012 | 18:09 BST
World of Battleships will now be known as World of Warships
Wargaming has announced World of Battleships has been renamed World of Warships. The gameplay in the free-to-play naval game will stay the same, only the name has changed. The title will become part of the Wargaming.net common economic system, allowing players to distribute resources between three of the firm's "World of" titles. It's out next year. Thanks, Massively.
Fri, Jul 13, 2012 | 14:54 BST
World of Tanks session, and Diamond Dash postmortem added to GDC Europe
GDC Europe organizers have announced a World of Tanks developer session from Wargaming.net, and mobile a postmortem on mobile title Diamond Dash. Wargaming.net CEO Victor Kislyi will discuss in his session titled "World of Free-to-Play – Triple A by Wargaming.net," how the F2P business model was "essential to the success" of World of Tanks, and how the model could eventually edge out boxed retail. As part of the Smartphone & Tablet Games Summit, Wooga lead product manager Christopher Parschat will reflect on how the firm brought to mobile in the session: "Postmortem: Bringing Diamond Dash to iOS." GDC Europe takes place August 13-15 alongside gamescom in Cologne, Germany. Thanks, Gamasutra.
Tue, Jul 03, 2012 | 04:50 BST
Next World of Tanks update to add two new tank types
Check out Tier 10 medium tanks and tank destroyers, the latest additions to Wargaming's continuously successful World of Tanks.
Wed, Jun 27, 2012 | 15:45 BST
Wargaming.net releases new World of Warplanes dev diary
Wargaming.net has released a third developer diary for World of Warplanes. It's below. Closed beta testing for World of Warplanes started on May 31, and as of March, over 100,000 had signed up for it alpha testing. That number is likely higher now.
Tue, May 22, 2012 | 20:24 BST
Closed beta for World of Warplanes starts May 31
Wargaming.net has announced closed beta testing for World of Warplanes will start on May 31. If you have yet to sign up for the beta, you can do so here. In March, the firm announced that over 100,000 had signed up. Players who have applied, but have not been yet accepted to Global Alpha, will have a priority for closed beta.
Tue, May 15, 2012 | 07:40 BST
World of Tanks developer expands into China
World of Tanks developer Wargaming.net is making a bid for the mainland Chinese market. Gamasutra reports the company has signed a deal with KongZhong Corporation to publish its range locally. Although Wargaming.net has several popular free to play titles, World of Tanks is the biggie, with up to 450,000 players online simultaneously.
Fri, May 04, 2012 | 08:27 BST
Wargaming.net donating to several charities for World of Tanks
Wargaming.net's announced a donation run for several military-based US charities within World of Tanks. As part of National Military Appreciation Month, AMVETS, Homes for our Troops, the Military Families Fund and Paralyzed Veterans of America will receive 10% of proceeds given from all US-based purchases of gold packs and 75% of the T14 package.
Thu, Apr 12, 2012 | 20:56 BST
World of Tanks celebrates its first anniversary with some amazing statistics
World of Tanks is celebrating its first anniversary by releasing some interesting stats regarding its 24 million registered players. For instance: 350 million battles have been fought, 75 billion shells have been fired with 48 billion direct hits, over 8 billion armored vehicles have been destroyed, and at one time, the game boasted 450,000 players online at one time, breaking its previous Guinness World Record. Warhaming.net has said it has "massive expectations for the upcoming year," and that it will "continue to drive game development that will keep our players engaged and excited." Watch the celebratory video below. Thanks, Massively.
Fri, Mar 30, 2012 | 09:35 BST
World of Tanks gets update 7.2 today
Wargaming.net's confirmed details of World of Tanks' update 7.2 today. The latest patch includes two new maps, new tanks and 22 new perks. There's a video of the update in action below.
Tue, Mar 20, 2012 | 10:02 GMT
Up to 30% spend money on World of Tanks
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 11:22 AM
Have you ever fallen for someone's...bookcase?
Years ago, my sister invited her friend Paul over to her apartment. While she was in the kitchen making some snacks, he took a look at her bookcase. At that moment, he says, he knew he would fall in love with her. Her bookcase revealed all her passions—from Roald Dahl short stories and funny plays to mountain biking guides and How We Die. She had even tucked The Baby-Sitters Club next to a book on Linear Algebra.
Three years later, they were married.
It's funny how much your bookshelf can reveal about you. So I was PSYCHED to hear about the new book My Ideal Bookshelf, in which one hundred creative thinkers share their absolute favorite books. The book interviews writers (Michael Chabon, Mary Karr, Jonathan Lethem) and chefs (Alice Waters, David Chang) and Hollywood personalities (Judd Apatow, James Franco) and big thinkers (Malcolm Gladwell, Atul Gawande) and musicians (Patti Smith, Thurston Moore) about the particular books that made them who they are. My only small quibble is that I wish the people explained why they chose each book, but overall the collection is fantastic and makes you want to curl up under a blanket and read all day.
So now, of course, the big question is: What's on YOUR ideal bookshelf? Mine would include: The History of Love, Epilogue, Ghost World, Peter Pan, Private Lives, Operating Instructions, Sense and Sensibility, The BFG, Middlesex, the list goes on...
(Top photo of my sister and her husband by Max Wanger)
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I love this. My brother once had to stay in my old bedroom at home. I was living at college. He wrote me a letter, tucked it in the shelf, I found months later, that said he was looking at my books and learning so much about me - seeing what a good person I was, how much I love others,all these things that he got from just my book titles. He's older and it really meant SO much. I get it. I get it.
ReplyDeleteAnna Karenina and East of Eden. And Screwtape Letters, and Charlotte's Web. And so many more....
ReplyDeleteHA! Oh Jo, your posts are always so relevant. I have a date tonight with an old friend who I accidentally sparked something with this weekend because, yup, we were looking at my bookshelf and geeking out. He's got such good taste in books! Helps that the man can kiss... we'll see how this goes.
ReplyDeleteoh! I have two prints from her, and my old apartment on Pine Street is in the background! my ideal bookshelf would include: The God of Small Things, To Kill A Mockingbird, The English Patient, Franny and Zooey, The Heart Is A Lonely Hunter, The Ominvore's Dilemma, Pride & Prejudice, Anne of Green Gables.
ReplyDeleteActually, yes! When I was visiting my then friend (now husband) I noticed a copy of "Pride and Prejudice" on his shelf. And I exclaimed, "Oh I love this book!" And he later confessed (after we were engaged) that he got the idea from Donald Miller (author of 'Blue Like Jazz') wrote:
"Here's a tip I've never used: I understand you can learn a great deal about girldom by reading Pride and Prejudice, and I own a copy, but I have never read it. I tried. It was given to me by a girl with a little note inside that read: What is in this book is the heart of a woman. I am sure the heart of a woman is pure and lovely, but the first chapter of said heart is hopelessly boring. Nobody dies at all. I keep the book on my shelf because girls come into my room, sit on my couch, and eye the books on the adjacent shelf. You have a copy of Pride and Prejudice, they exclaim in a gentle sigh and smile. Yes, I say. I do." (p. 140)
(Sorry, I just had to include the whole quote because it's so funny -- and true!)the first time i met my friend's roommate, i fell in love with his bookshelf. i couldn't believe the combination of books he had- they seemed like only the sort of books that some kind of soulmate would have. i left his house feeling like i had fallen for a stranger who felt more like a best friend. that was my senior year of college 16 years ago; last month mr. bookshelf and i celebrated ten years of marriage and 16 years of friendship! in all the years since i've only confirmed what my cursory glance at his books first revealed: this is the guy for me.
ReplyDeleteI would fall in love with you over your bookshelf, Joanna. Mine includes Peter Pan and Sense and Sensibility as well, and then Light in August, Bel Canto, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Prophet, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Phantom Tollbooth, Frankenstein, and Harry Potter. Among MANY others. xoxo
ReplyDeleteJust curious...what would be on your husbands ideal bookshelf? Do you think there would be any overlap from your bookshelf?
ReplyDeleteLOVED the History of Love! Definitely one of my favorites. The Great Gatsby is up there too. My husband and I are both readers. Friends think we are silly to hold onto our books that fill up two large book cases. We cannot depart with them and continue to add to them. They are definitely one of the reasons we fell in love with each other.
ReplyDeleteI think I fell in love with my husband's books before I fell in love with him. He was a philosophy major in college, so instead of the usual mix of noteworthy books that many other people had on their shelves in 2004, he had Kant and Heideger, and told me his favorite book was Tractatus Logico by Wittgenstein. We've been married over eight years and I still haven't read one of his books that I liked so much in the beginning.
ReplyDeleteToo many books. My boyfriend didn't read when we started dating, but now he is slowly beginning too :) Those on my shelf include: The History of Love, Blue Like Jazz, The Lion The Witch & The Wardrobe, Charlotte's Web, Harry Potter, The Hobbit, Little Bee, and so many more. Bookshelves reveal so much about a person, its unreal!
ReplyDeleteAhh I LOVE this! That is such a lovely story to tell, so romantic! My ideal bookshelf would include Rebecca, Harry Potter, Sherlock Holmes, Dorian Grey, Bridget Jones, a fairy book I loved when I was younger and The God Delusion! It's amazing how much you can tell about someone from their books!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE looking at people's bookcases...What a romantic story!! Surprisingly one of the arguments I have with my boyfriend is that I have too much on my bookcase!! I have my autographed books, some childhood books that still mean something and then some random ones.
Ergo - BlogI work at an indie bookstore that is all about suggestions and I can't wait to suggest this later today!
On a personal note, I've found that most guys are surprised by the number of books I have. Then I go over to their place and am surprised by how few books they have. Probably should just end it right then & there.Every book choice has a story behind it! I love knowing why people pick the books they do. My "defining" books would be: Brothers Karamazov, Anne of Green Gables (and every other book by that author), The Screwtape Letters, Orthodoxy, and Jane Eyre. Also, I have a great weakness for books of famous speeches. The Ideal Bookshelf book looks addicting! I might read the whole thing in one sitting.
ReplyDeleteEverything written by Raymond Carver, Flannery O'Connor, Song of the Beehive by Frodde Grytten, The Journey of the Empty Bottles by Abdolah Kader, all poetry by Tadeusz Rozewicz, Motherless Brooklyn by Jonathan Lethem, everything by Julian Barnes, in my native language everything written by Mesa Selimovic and Ivo Andric, last week I finished a good book by Bulgarian writer Georgi Gospodinov, Natural novel...But sales flyers and promotional catalogues calm my nerves too:)
I m reading ur blog for an ∞ time, but never commented and finally I 'faild' on this:) Greets!What a romantic story! I love to look at other people's bookcases. My dream is to find a house where I can actually have all my books in one library room. For now, most of them are stored in boxes. On my ideal shelve would be Steinbeck's East of Eden, Faulkner's short stories, Roald Dahl's Matilda, Vernon God Little by DBC Pierre, Blindness by Jose Saramago, and my all time favorite: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. How odd that all these books were written by men. I do love women writers too. Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye, for instance. What an impressive book. And Possession by A.S. Byatt, beautiful! I could go on and on. Don't get me started on books. :)
ReplyDeleteYes!! I've loved Jane Mount's Ideal Bookshelf series and have cookbook prints of hers at home *and* work. :) Btw, if y'all love this type of thing (bookity booksbookbooks:), you may also like this essay by Dave Eggers that was excerpted from the book My Bookstore: Writers Celebrate Their Favorite Places to Browse, Read, and Shop and appeared in the Daily Beast: http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2012/11/13/dave-eggers-s-favorite-bookstore-green-apple-books-san-francisco.html
ReplyDeletei've actually whittled down my bookshelf this year. the boytoy & i have merged homes and we just don't have the room/space for actual books. i haven't read an actual book in my hands in awhile, i'm now all about the kindle. i know. i have kept some faves, childhood and grown up, as well as cookbooks. his parents have an actual library full of books they have read and when we visit i am always jealous... when i think of rooms full of light and books, it takes me to old english manors/castles where the chairs are leather and it's solemnly quiet.
ReplyDeleteI could easily fall in love with a man for his bookshelf, or what's on his iPod. It tells you something about a person! My all-time favorites include... (my whimsical and nostalgic side) Where the Red Fern Grows, a whole bunch of YA fiction from Roald Dahl to Ramona Quimby, the Harry Potter series, To Kill a Mockingbird, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn... (my bleeding heart side) The Hiding Place, The Chosen, All But My Life, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind... OH, and let's not forget my complete collection of Winnie the Pooh. A.A. Milne speaks to me. He is the perfect mix of whimsy and sass and enchantment...which I like to think is kind of like me. (End long comment.)
ReplyDeleteawesome, could i steal your sisters love story! a girl can dream... i always spy everyone's bookcases :) my ideal would be: bone palace ballet by charles bukowski, things fall apart by chinua achebe, the collected poems of octavio paz, langston hughes, pablo neruda, allen ginsberg, sylvia plath, and at least a dozen other poets and then some, purple hibiscus and half of a yellow sun by chimamanda ngozi adichie, on the road by kerouac, living buddha, living christ by thich nhat hanh, mere christianity by cs lewis, roald dahl, shel silverstein, dr. seuss, walden, the poison wood bible, the return of the prodigal son, black elk speaks... i could do this forever.
i love adding to my book shelf (okay shelves and any space in my house that i can fit a book) but i don't think i could breathe without the ones i've mentioned. oh and i'm pretty sure i'm going to love my friend glennon's book, Carry On, Warrior! just as much as i loved my girl mei's books: lucky girl and how eskimos keep their babies warm, i gifted both of these to new parents and they loved them. lucky girl for my friends who were in the last days of their adoption of a young chinese girl and the latter for new parents looking for yet another fun parenting book.fuu, it was the same with me but with cd+dvd+and sure books:) when i met with my man, first time, we spoke about cds, and made changes between us, after that some books came, and i was so surprised when i came to his apartmentt, he has boooks everywhere. and if i write everywhere, mean that everywhere:) imagine:) so there was a lot of books of architecture, he is an architect. and a lot of design, some spiritual books,and more and more.... we live together, fu its been 7years:) and iam pregnant. we have a huge bookcase-2floors . :)
ReplyDeleteSo true - I love checking out people's bookshelves. And, come to think of it, a certain book that my husband had on his shelf when we were dating made me fall even harder for him.
My ideal shelf would have the following:
Anne of Green Gables, Bird by Bird, Gone With the Wind, the Bible, Blue Like Jazz, Harry Potter, a Thesaurus, and the Chronicles of Narnia.This is a fabulous idea for a book. My list would include Pride and Prejudice, Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit, The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Alchemist, Jane Eyre, Harry Potter. I think my list will just continue to get larger and larger the older I get. Or perhaps smaller.
I would love to hear that the man who falls for me, knew he would fall for me because of the contents my bookshelves. Super romantic :)THanks for posting this! This is right up my alley as a book lover and librariand PLUS I have two book group book exchanges this holiday season and was uncertain about what to bring. This will be a great choice! Illustrations look cool. Would be neat to have another book that was photographs of people's books....
ReplyDeleteHeard about that book - great post! That´s a good question. I actually feel like that while browsing through someone´s playlist or cd rack :)
Talking about books, I´d say:
- Slouching towards Bethlehem, Joan Didion
- Don´t ask me why, Tania Kindersley
- A Fine Balance, Rohinton Mistry
- Holy Cow, Sarah Macdonald
- The Beauty and the BeastExactly why I STILL refuse to jump on the Kindle bandwagon - I love having physical books. I love reading them, smelling them, holding them - and above all I love looking at them all sitting side by side in my apartment when I get home.
My bookshelf is very eclectic - I have classics like The Catcher in the Rye & Anna Karenina, modern fiction faves (The Art of Racing in the Rain, or anything by Tana French) non-fiction (Malcolm Gladwell), all my travel books, books in French from my French major days - plus old favorites like Harry Potter, and even an old Sweet Valley High book :)I met my husband in a college English class, but I was dating someone else at the time. One day in a class discussion he quoted Atlas Shrugged, and I knew it was the start of something big... we were married four years (and many books) later. My list includes Atlas Shrugged, The Name of the Wind, Hatchet, Great Expectations, Great With Child, Cloudstreet, and Brave New World.
ReplyDeletePeople are very curious about others' bookcases, it's a total window into who they are... I get comments from house guests a lot from our bookshelf from my husband's sports biography books to my historical fiction collection and fashion biographies. I am not so proud (so to speak) of the chic lit, but it's there, what are you gonna do?
ReplyDeleteI love peeking at other people's bookshelves, unless, of course, it is filled with trinkets sans books. My ideal bookcase would have the following:
Foucault's Pendulum, Umberto Eco; The Monk, Matthew Lewis; A Clockwork Orange, Anthony Burgess;
The Blood Countess, Andrei Codrescu; One Hundred Years of Solitude, Gabriel Garcia Marquez; Sabbath's Theater, Philip Roth;
Midnight Blue Collection, Nancy Collins; Morpho Eugenia, A. S. Byatt; The Club Dumas, Arturo Perez-Reverte; Too Loud a Solitude, Bohumil Hrabal; Disgrace, J. M. Coetzee; and In Search of Schrodinger's Cat, John Gribbin.What an interesting conversation starter. My boyfriend has a bookshelf of very serious, hardback Russian literature. I have a hard time getting through anything Russian, although I have tried harder since meeting him. Even though we have different taste in books, we both share a love of literature, and to me, that is the most important thing.
ReplyDeleteI also love looking at others' bookshelves whenever I visit their homes. I'm incredibly proud of mine, and consider it a hobby that I continue to curate.
My ideal bookshelf would look a lot like my current one! There would be several classic tomes on urban policy ("The Death and Life and Great American Cities" by Jane Jacobs, and "The Image of the City" by Kevin Lynch to name a few), as well as some of my favorite literature ("The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay" by Michael Chabon, "The Fortress of Solitude" by Jonathan Lethem, "Let the Great World Spin" by Colum McCann" and "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner).This is wonderful! I LOVE reading people's favorite book lists.
My favorites are Possession by A.S Byatt (really, anything by Byatt), A Natural History of the Senses, Color: A History, and Out of Africa. I have read all of these books multiple times. That's the true meaning of a favorite, you can always learn something new from it.I love your sisters story!! I hope that happens to me one day =)
I'm all for books and none of that e-reader stuff. actual paper bound books. I think it's great to know what your role models read and what they've been inspired by. I shall definitely check that book out. thanks for sharing!whenever i go to someone's house i always make a beeline to their bookshelves. i think bookshelves reveal so much about people, and even had an idea that someone should photograph bookshelves like that "what's in your fridge" photo project. anyway, mine would definitely include: the mandarins, zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance, mating, women in love, crossing to safety, still life with woodpecker, on the road, annnnnnd philip pullman's dark materials trilogy, because it is brilliant and probably shaped the way i think.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet story! Must-haves would include: Anna Karenina, War & Peace, some Flannery O'Connor (my husband fell in love with ME partly because I quoted her when we first met; that, and my prematurely gray hair), Anne of Green Gables, Harry Potter, Thomas Aquinas, After Virtue, Aristotle.
ReplyDeleteWhen my grandmother passed away, I took a few books from her bookshelf and added them to mine, and when my grandfather passed away I took a few of his as well - so it's become a collage of my books and theirs.
Also, while my bookcase is mostly classics, I'm a hypochondriac and worrier so I totally have the Worst-Case Scenario book prominently displayed as well. Haha.Yes, I love people's bookcases! It's so interesting to see what books are on display - and whether or not they have actually been read. I'm a big believer in having an ideal bookshelf, and in keeping with this, I only buy books after I have read them (unless they're textbooks, in which case I strive to only keep those I've read that I also like). Unfortunately, this means that many of my books' spines haven't been cracked, which gives the wrong impression.
I read a book just like the one you're describing, which was also recently released, but it was called "Unpacking My Library: Writers and Their Books." I believe its interviewees did speak more about why they had the books they had.I could definitely fall in love with someone based on their book shelf. And out of love as well! My ideal bookshelf? I have no idea where to begin!
But what you are missing in the book, I also miss from this post - what are your reasons for chosing these books?:-)
Love the brother's letter in the book in the comment above btw.I love this story, it's really interesting how much you can get to know about people through what books they read/have. I did a similar post about what you can learn at a bookstore just by seeing what section people are in. Thanks for the post, it was great!
http://www.notesfromtheslife.com/what-section-are-you-in/This is so cool, so true, and the story of your sister and Paul is truly beautiful. I'm curious to see how I will end up stocking my own bookcase one day and what people will gather of me from it!
http://lasaloperie.blogspot.com/Oh how I love reading anything book-related! Mine would be Paul Theroux the old Patagonian express, AA Gill is away, Julie and Julia, Sophie's Choice, and of course some Irish writers, Roddy Doyles The Snapper, a Seamus Heaney book of poetry, Joseph O'Connor Star of the Sea, and of course, anything by Maeve Binchy!
Three Irish girls write a book blog on everything from high-brow literature to chick-lit and urban fantasy.
www.theenchanteddoors.blogspot.comI knew the person I would end up with would have to be a reader. My husband and I have totally different reading tastes though. I definitely prefer fiction and he loves nonfiction about the history of Rome or the Napoleonic Wars or something like that. What's funny is, we've rubbed off on each other a bit. I read much more nonfiction now and LOVE it (currently reading The Black Count). He's reading more fiction and fantasy. I don't know if I could choose favorites...Harry Potter, Crime and Punishment, The BFG (love that book too!), To Kill a Mockingbird...
ReplyDeleteWhenever I visit a new home I go straight to the bookshelf (in a discrete way), then take a look at their dvd collection and cd collection. I love to get lost in other people's bookshelves and could easily fall for a guy with the right collection. Also, a good collection of cooking books would make me interested :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is how I fell in love with my husband. Years before we began dating, I was introduced to him at my first ever apartment when he came over with a mutual friend. Chris (my now husband), always a little uncomfortable in new social situations, went straight to my book shelf. I remember he and I talking about my books. He sat in an arm chair and I sat on the floor next to him. I was smitten from that day forward.
Fast forward a few years. I throw a big Holiday party. He attends, with same friend. As the late night began to creep in, I found him in my office staring at my bookshelf. I remember standing next to him and nervously talking about my book collection. We had our first kiss that night and have been together ever since.That was 8 years ago this December 18th. I'll never forget.
We're still book fiends. I'm a librarian and he's an urban planner now. We plan vacations around book shopping. Seriously!Falling in love with someone's bookshelf is like falling in love with their MIND. It's PERFECT! And also one of the reasons I will never convert to e-books or e-readers.
Maria xx
I was just having a conversation with my assistant editor today about books. I have a deep, hoarding love for print. While a Kindle or iPad have their appeal, I prefer to hold the book, smell the book, dog-ear the book and LOVE the book. I'm 24 and already have such an extensive book collection. I have a lot of children's books (Roald Dahl everything, The Babysitters Club, Nancy Drew, Chasing Redbird, pictures boks etc), thrillers, mysteries and fiction fill most of it. I'm just starting to get into biographies and historical books. I have a ridiculous cook book collection, thanks to my English grandmother who was a chef and sees me as the granddaughter fit to keep her collection alive. I also have kept almost every poetry, creative writing, play, short story book from college. I'm saddened by the fact that people don't love books like they used to. Next week, I'm heading to The Monkey's Paw, a book shop here in Toronto that has a book vending machine. For $2, you get a book out of a vending machine. You don't know what kind of book, it's a mystery but I'm so excited. I hope it's something completely random.
ReplyDeleteHow fun!
I literally am in search of an actual bookshelf!
There are too many books for me to name, I think. Excited to check out the ones you've listed!v.nice thanks for such a nice blog for my bookshelf experience simply click hereAfter reading some nice stuff in your article I really feel speechlessPromotional Modeling


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Date: ca. 1590–95Accession Number: 28.63.1