Surfscapes

These paintings by John Holm make me so happy and bring on feelings...

Atelier Stella

Today Stella Baggott, of Atelier Stella, has updated her site with a slew of new goodies, which include her ever so charming and adorable planters and vases. This pottery is almost always sold out so today…

DIY Jeweled Sandals

These Marni inspired jeweled sandals were a no brainer. I mean, does it get any easier than gluing gemstones onto a pair of shoes?! But since I was making a pair for myself last weekend, using…

Pet me . . . ?

Charts that illustrate how to pet certain animals and creatures . ....

Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve

I must thank Janelle Pietrzak, of All Roads Design, for sharing her photos of the Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve on Instagram. Her trip inspired me to take my own impromptu mid-week road trip, so that I could see for myself…

Femme D’Armes Spring 2014

Designers and sisters Fannie Chan and Connie Majoros understand the modern woman. Dominated by dramatic blacks and crisp whites, the understated style of their Femme D’Armes spring collection is spot on. Menswear inspired silhouettes are occasionally…

The Penniless Photographer

Zeren Badar is one imaginative and resourceful cat. The Turkish photographer and artist, also known as the Penniless Photographer, places unexpected items, like cereal, cookies, magnets, and stamps, on top of prints of old paintings. The combinations…

Tiny Cars, Big Adventures

How amazing are these photos of miniature Volkswagon buses off-roading on sandy beaches, tiny VW Beetles careening over boulders, and small vintage scooters racing down slick city streets? By playing with perspectives, Swiss photographer Kim Leuenberger has so…

Asungtaba Bike Baskets

These handwoven bike baskets might be the best I’ve ever seen. Each basket is made by artisans for House of Talents, an organization seeking to empower artisan groups in West Africa by promoting self development.…

Trompe L’Oeil Threads

Would you believe it if I told you these articles of clothing were actually made of wood? Get ready to have your mind blown. Artist Ron Isaacs constructs these vintage clothing and plant material reliefs out of…