I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again – winter is my favourite season. Most people think I’m nuts! How could someone possibly love cold weather, long nights, and leave-less trees.
But I do. I love wrapping myself in sweaters and scarves watching the snow fall outside. I love warm bowls of earthy soup and hearty stews or even better a night of fondues (cheese and chocolate – sublime!). I love walks through the woods where the only sound is the crunch of the snow beneath your feet and the occasional bird. I’m happiest on the top of the mountain with skis on my feet and the promise of a hot sauna at the end of the day.
And whenever I dream ( I mean, really dream) of my perfect home I always return to what I guess could be referred to as a Nordic style. White walls, pale wood floors, abundant natural light, sparse furnishings and a certain sense of simplicity. Homes like the ones below.
(Speaking of winter I’m over at Space for Inspiration today sharing some of my favourite holiday traditions including my fave Christmas movie and song. Come by and take a look!)
Happy weekend!
Image Credits:
1 – 3 – Fredensborg House by Norm Architects via Mjolk
4 – 6 – Parkholme Road House By MacDonald Wright Architects via Living Etc.
Posted by Emma on December 2, 2011 – 9:49 AM
Let’s kick off December with object number forty-eight. Only four more to go after this one! Where has the year gone to?
Posted by Emma on December 1, 2011 – 8:56 AM
Below are a few things, I’m coveting at the moment. Some are by local artists and some are a little more far flung. My recent visit to The One of a Kind Show in Toronto was really inspiring and I came home with a desire to find some truly unique things. (Dear husband, if by chance you are reading my blog today, any of these things would also be very nice to open on my birthday this weekend. xx, Emma)
Species by the Thousands Chasm Bracelet from their Cave Collection. Available at Robber in Toronto.
Every piece from ceramik b’s tableware collection. It would look great on my floating walnut shelf. Available at The One of a Kind Show until December 4th.
Iacoli & McAllister’s Necklace Number 5 in Tomato/Brass. The perfect accompaniment to a black sweater or dress.
Panada Fringe Clutch from Histoire. It’s made from vintage Hmong tribe costume and each piece is one-of-a-kind.
Arrow Cuff bracelet by Odette available at Pretty Mommy. Love this! So simple yet still intriguing.
El Corazon Pink Clutch from Scout & Catalogue. I saw these in person at The One of a Kind Show this week and fell in love.
Maya Necklace by Matta in Saffron. I’d wear it looped around my wrist as a bracelet.
Finally, I wouldn’t mind some of these air plants. They’ll bring a bit of that California air to our Winter days.
Such beautiful things! Do you have your eye on anything at the moment?
Posted by Emma on November 30, 2011 – 9:27 AM
