I had the most spectacular lavender martini last night
at a fun little place called Shuga’s.
I found this recipe from Queensland Homes.
Bruise one sprig of lavender in a bostonglass with
a muddling stick. Fill with ice and add parfait amour,
vermouth, and gin. Stir and strain into chilled martini
glass, garnish with a lavender sprig* or other quality gin,
such as Martin Miller’s or Tanqueray.
Green screams spring to us. A garden of paradise.
{via} Green and turquoise, what a phenomenal combination. The chair looks like it might be easy to find, the peacock on the other hand may be a little more difficult.
{via} Porch Light Interiors with Hayley & Tracey, we adore their Australian style. Loving the leopard pillow up against the green velvet couch.
{via} Corea Sotropa Interior Design now … The Pink Chandelier, Jacqueline Corea of Canada puts a fresh spin on sophisticated interior design. These chartreuse leather chairs are divine.
When flipping through interior design magazines and my daily list of blogs {desde my ventana is one of my faves}, certain images conjure up ideas for artwork. These beautiful rooms do just that for me. Next step, I go on an imagery hunt, searching for images from the 18th and 19th centuries … this process can take days, months, and sometimes years.
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This image screams PERFECT for the artwork that I have in mind. Now on to all the minute details [the textiles, the background, the little details that hide throughout the work] and then the sketching process. Stay tuned.
Our lucky day. Thanks to Terri at Crow Woman Quilts, we are featured on her Etsy treasury.
Don’t miss the “INQUISITION,” a beautiful hand printed, limited edition intaglio etching by artist, Larry Vienneau.
We’re also wild about, Feather 126, an original watercolor of a simple feather. Check out Jody Edward’s artwork.
The delightful true story of Tony Penrose, who counted Pablo Picasso – a friend of his parents – among his boyhood playmates. Filled with fun facts for tiny art aficionados, this book offers a rare and charming glimpse into Picasso’s personal life. A perfect gift for children and their parents. {via} An interesting article on Tony Penrose, here.
We’re loving these coaster dishes by Thomas Paul :: made of melamine, 4.5 inches at four dollars apiece. We’re especially fond of Leo, Aires, Cancer, and Pisces — although wouldn’t it be fun to have all represented and furnish each guest with their corresponding sign? {via} Hmmm, this is giving me an idea for a new collection of belt buckles. Stay tuned.
A new project I’ve been working on. Sisters at Sea.
Papier collé and oil painting on birch wood panel. Image is cropped.
Garnish: Lime rind and fresh mint sprig
Glass: Double old-fashioned
Add all the ingredients to a shaker and fill with crushed ice. Shake vigorously until the shaker is well-chilled and frosty on the outside. Pour the drink (unstrained) into a double old-fashioned glass. Garnish with half of a juiced lime and a fresh mint sprig.
Contributed by Martin Cate {via}
