It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas...

Earlier this year, we had zero Christmas decorations since this is our first Christmas in our own home. But thanks to my Granny and a tinsel tree from ebay, we are at least now off to a good start! ;) 

Hello Again!

Hi there—it's been awhile! A lot has happened in a year! I met my current boyfriend not long after my last post and have been kept busy by a long distance relationship as well as several large but fun projects at work. (I'm a graphic designer at a non-profit organization). But the past few days, I've been downsizing a little bit as well as redecorating my room. I decided I would post a few close-up tid-bits, but I'll post more later!

My favorite color is still aqua, but I've toned it down a little bit and use it now more as an accent than an all-over color. It goes well with a palette of browns, grays, blacks and yellows! I found this awesome bedroom set, which upon research I discovered is called Broyhill Brasilia. They were produced in the 1960's and stopped production in 1970. The link I provided is to an organization that collects, restores and sells pieces from that collection. I love the modern qualities, especially the characteristic curves. The thing I like about the interior designs of the 50's-70's is that though it was simple and modern, it was also very cozy (example below), unlike a lot of today's designs that seem too sterile for me. Even IKEA can seem a bit too plain for me at times.

The second picture is of some artwork my boyfriend got me that I recently framed. It's Chihiro and Haku from Studio Ghibli's "Spirited Away". Next to it, I created a "bouquet" based on one that I saw in a community near Atlanta called Serenbe. It's basically a bunch of tree branches in a glass vase with circle cutouts forming the "flowers". While I'm at it, I should probably also explain what Serenbe is. It describes itself as "a progressive community connected to nature on the edge of Atlanta. A neighborhood full of fresh food, fresh air and focused on wellbeing". It's a really amazing place with its own schools, markets, shops, farmland and neighborhoods, and is right outside the big city of Atlanta. 

I have also been trying to learn more about nutrition and healthy foods, so if I learn or cook anything interesting, I will be sure to share it! One thing I've tried recently is quinoa. I heard it was really good for you, and very filling. The only thing is I haven't found a dish I've truly enjoyed yet. (It's more like, I'm eating this just because I know it's good for me, haha) If anyone has good recipes for quinoa, I'd love if you could share them! 

The third picture is just a shot of my jewelry branch. I've shown that on here before, but I just thought it made a pretty artistic shot this morning! Basically I just use mini s-hooks to hang and separate things. It's really cheap and cute solution that not only functions as a jewelry holder but also wall art!

Anyway, that's enough for this post. Until we meet again!