TODAY'S MENU {Retro Rock Candy Floss}

{Vintage Art in a Modern World}

There are two things I have always been envious of:

1. People who can draw (a gene I was born without)

2. People who have travelled the world.

So, naturally when I stumbled upon these vintage airline posters they were the ultimate incentive!

TODAY'S MENU {Frosted Circus Animals}

One of my oldest friends is a soon to be married woman. It was at her bridal shower last night where 25 lovely ladies gathered to watch her open presents and reluctantly read her cards aloud. Among your classic cake server, lingerie and massage oils there was in fact one fabulous gift that caught my attention instantly, "An Illustrated Life" by Todd Oldham. This beautiful coffee table book captures the essence of illustrator Charley Harper (not to mention my love for animals).

Harper was known for his minimal realism and would describe his style as, "I don't try to put everything in, I try to leave everything out. I never count the feathers in the wings; I just count the wings."

TODAY'S MENU {Flourless Chocolate Cake}

Given my love for books and the fact that chocolate is a permanent fixture in my kitchen, I was inspired by the idea of turning my very own home library into an art installation. Collecting books may seem like a waste to some people, but I couldn't imagine a nicer way to display where I've been, be it Western Europe or cooking classes!

TODAY'S MENU {Alphabet Soup}

{A Graphic PUNCH between the Eyes}

I attended a typography exhibit a few days ago, it was there I realized my love and appreciation for graphic posters. Really, anyone who can turn an ordinary letter/word/idea into a 24X36 piece of art must possess the true talents of a creative mind.

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TODAY'S MENU {Bloody Mary}

As promised....the new INCREDIBLE album by Vampire Weekend!

{photo by: serious eats, vampire weekend}

TODAY'S MENU {Sidewalk Chalk Bubble Gum}

{Chalk it up to Love}

I discovered chalkboard paint when I was about 12 years old - it was the coolest thing I had ever seen. Once I finally settled on the perfect DIY project (a chalkboard shelf with key hooks) and bought a can of paint, it took everything I had not to roll it on every cupboard, wall and door in my mother's house.

It's been 12 years since I built that key hook and I know just which wall to hang it on in my new apartment. As for painting every other wall, let's just chalk it up to love!

{photos by: kandkkandies, boxwish, decorpad, jeanier hoades, sweets sweetlife, apartment therapy, mary ruffle, style-files, nytimes}