Eleanor Roosevelt

A woman is like a tea bag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.

Eleanor Roosevelt, Social reformer

Cuddly Bunny

I love this cute little Bunny. It could be a great gift idea for Easter, as we still have time to do it ourselves! Here is  how. 

laptop sleeve

Isn't it about time you invest in a new laptop sleeve? Here's one sure to raise a few eyebrows in the office.

zzzz...

 Sleep Metrics Bed Cover by Adam Griffith. Adorable!

Heineken The Entrance

Underwhelming. That’s the one word that describes the Superbowl Ads!

White home

Three words to describe the Eklunds’ home: white, ordered, easy..

‘Footstools make the kitchen accessible for the children so they can join in with cooking and baking.’

‘We have a calendar everyone writes on. I use pictures, as even before they can read, the children want to know how many days until Grandma comes.’

‘To push the kids’ creativity, we paint a lot. They like to see their work so I made a display using IKEA curtain rails.’

‘The ceiling lamps hang low over our dining table to create a cosy light.’

‘The white mantelpiece used to be black – until just last week when I painted it.’

‘All our sofas and chairs have removable, washable covers making them really easy to clean.’

‘The children’s bedrooms are designed to grow with them and be nice for us parents. A mix of high and low storage, pouches and hangers helps. Along with comfy seating.’

‘Slowly we have stripped away colour. It’s especially important to me. I need order around me – everything in its place. It’s more relaxing that way.’

‘I think books make great practical decorations. On our open bookshelves in our bedroom we have the children’s books on the lower shelves where they can reach them.’

‘I have open shelves in our study – it makes it easy to see something when you are looking for it, and also I like the aesthetic of the clips, pins and odds and ends stored in jars.’

‘Using our walls stops piles on the floor – I have a corridor full of hooks for coats and bags.’

‘What makes our white home work?’ 

Paula: ‘People think I’m chicken for only using white but I came to this through a process. The more white I added, the calmer I felt. I pick furniture that’s designed to rescue life’s mistakes, everything is washable. And I’m neat. Time is a luxury with four kids, why waste it searching for things? For me chores are life’s little pleasures. I share them with the kids. When they’re small like Ella, 3, and Kalle, 1, being involved is enjoyable. Nils, 11, and Noa, 8, are older and have a different idea of what’s fun!’ 

Artur: ‘For my wife Paula it’s important that this place is functional, but I love the aesthetic of our white home. It’s so bright it almost feels transparent. I love the feeling of openness – it’s energising.’

Nils: ‘Our home is so WHITE!!!!!!!! I like white, but it would be nice to see some blue or yellow. Life is easier in a tidy house and rules are OK but sometimes they mean I have to do more chores than my younger sister Noa. I like my room best – I enjoy having some space and privacy!’ 

Noa: ‘I have this great idea to paint my room like the sky – light blue with a yellow sun and white stars. Our home is mega fantastic and the best thing is the huge bed in Mum and Dad’s room. On Saturdays we all sit on the bed and watch movies.’

Images from IKEA

the world's best egg sandwich

I'm a terrible cook. Long recipes freak me out, and I only flip through cookbooks to admire the photos. When everyone else was learning to cook, I was...I don't know what I was doing! But this  super tasty sandwich is really easy to cook! One of my fav for breakfast...mmm...

You'll need:
An English muffin or two slices bread of your choice
1 to 2 teaspoons butter or oil
1 egg
Salt and pepper
1 slice of cheese or a tiny pile of grated or crumbled cheese
Spoonful of sliced scallions, chives, crumbled bacon, or whatever else you want in your eggs

and here is how:

Enjoy!

really cool Bow Bun tutorial

A hair Bow. I bow down!

Jamaica

It's hard to argue with the assertion Jamaicans make that theirs is a blessed island. Little beats simple luxuries like picking a fresh mango from a tree for breakfast, bathing in a crystal clear waterfall, or sitting in the shade to watch the sun climb the sky while hummingbirds flit about on a gentle breeze heavy with the scent of tropical flowers. It's no wonder that for more than a century visitors have come to Jamaica to escape cold northern winters and luxuriate in the island's tropical climate and calm Caribbean waters. Its lush forests and varied topography are dotted with spectacular natural features - caves, white-sand beaches, swimming holes, waterfalls, and majestic mountain peaks - with plenty for adventure seekers to explore. Quaint villages sprinkle the countryside, and Kingston, the country's bustling urban center, is the heart of Jamaica's vibrant culture and spirit.

minakani walls

Minakani is a Paris based studio. 
Frédéric Bonnin and Cécile Figuette create patterns, mainly for textile but not exclusively.
They've launched their walldecor line 2 years ago and offer custom size and exclusive motifs printed onto high quality non-woven paper. I would love to decorate my walls with this adorable mosaic wallpaper...pleaaase...

Tommy

Hilfiger’s Sunny Spring – Designer Tommy Hilfiger brought his American sportswear under a sixties, pop art influence for his spring 2012 collection presented during New York Fashion Week. Pairing neutral hues with pops of red, yellow and purple, the pieces ranged from bold blazers to billowing kaftans to camouflage printed swimwear. Sleek hair, sunny cheeks and block heels updated the Hilfiger look for the new season.

Lego - Build it!

LEGO is fun and games for children. Highly recognized and bringing a smile to everyone’s face, LEGO is also the object of countless creative ideas completed by adult fans who’ve created everything from kitchen tables to animation and fashion shows, to clothing made of LEGO bricks.

TCH ACCESS agency’s collaboration with the world’s best brands and ad agencies continues. We are working on a number of fun projects and right now we are obsessed with LEGO.

In addition to fun and creativity, LEGO is also a strong symbol of building. In our version of street-level LEGO promotion, we envision building massive LEGO sculptures — creations so big that they cannot go unnoticed.
LEGO is a brand that can get away with this kind of in-your-face stunt as the goodwill and positive attitudes allow consumers to see it all in a fun light.

The shock value increases when these sculptures are placed in environments and contexts where no-one is expecting to see a big “toy.”

We are not talking about theme parks, we are talking about car parks. A Darth Vader with his light saber waiting for you in the underground garage — perhaps to your favorite shopping centre, sports facility or night club. He will raise or lower his saber depending on how you behave. Incredible opportunities to add sound as well.

Malababa - Spanish leather Goods

Today I'm loving Spanish leather goods and women's accessories firm Malababa. Company started in 1997 when pharmacy graduate Ana Carrasco realized she was more drawn to fashion than apothecary. She created a solid following in Madrid, then in the rest of Spain, and moved on to other markets in 2003. Malababa is now sold in more than 300 stores in Mexico, Argentina, USA, Japan, Kuwait, China and several European countries.

In Malababa pieces, there is a sense of traditional Spanish craftsmanship and handiwork. The use of natural-tone leathers and metal accents with timeless patina create a feel of value, elegance and timelessness. Purses, bags, wallets and shoes form the core of each collection, with cuffs, belts and other accessories completing the line. 

Outstanding Tents!

When I saw the first images of these limited-edition designer tents with their cool flysheets, I had to really stop and think. Is it true that no-one else has manufactured these types of tents for sale before? I have seen individual pieces displayed as art, but I had not seen anything quite like this.

FieldCandy tents do not give you camouflage protection in the natural setting, nor do they help you blend in with the rest of the crowd at the campsite. FieldCandy tents are designed to stand out.

Nail Art that will turn you into a total Stud Muffin

By Megan McIntyre, Photographed by Dan McMahon

The Tip: Apply one coat of black polish, followed by one coat of a green shimmer and let dry. Layer on a topcoat, then add the studs while polish is still wet.

The Tools: Black nail polish, CND Emerald Shimmer Effects, topcoat, studs

The Trick: Use an orangewood stick to individually place each stud precisely where you want it.

Claudia Schiffer

"I love my engagement ring. It is the only thing I wear to bed!"

Claudia Schiffer, model

5 Ways to make Your Manicure last a Month

There’s nothing more annoying than devoting your precious free time to creating an amazing nail look, only to have it chip, peel, or smudge after just a few days. If you are sick of manicure meltdowns check out this manual and learn how to give your polish some serious staying power. 

Bad Hair Days are bad for Your Health

Bad hair days are a bummer; that much we can all agree on. But according to one psychologist, they're also bad for our health: Vivian Diller, Ph.D, recently wrote an article for the Huffington Post about how a bad hair day can negatively affect your mental health and your overall well-being.

According to Dr. Diller, "how we feel influences how we look and vice-versa," and your looks can also affect your personal, social, and professional lives. It seems shallow, but if we're all being honest here, it rings true: If you see someone looking messy and unkempt, you're likely to think negatively about them. And if you feel unattractive on any given day, you feel worse. Dr. Diller actually goes one step further to break down the role hair plays in our lives, from developmentally (thick, lush hair is considered a sign of good health and virility) to aesthetically (your hair is one of the top three features — after height and weight — that people use when describing you).So, what does that mean for your mental health? When your hair looks crappy, you feel crappy, which can lead to feelings of depression or sadness. Conversely, something as simple as a good hair day can make you instantly feel good about yourself and influence your interactions with those around you. So, if you're feeling down in the dumps, getting your hair did might legitimately turn your frown upside down.

Moustache Mug

Here is something fun that is bound to put a smile on your face whilst you are enjoying your morning cup of coffee or tea, the Moustache Mugs by designer Peter Bruegger.

And here is a very lovely tutorial, how to make it yourself. Enjoy!

Carnation Flower Headband

 Today I´m loving.. this Carnation Flower Headband from asos. 

 Here is Fabric carnation tutorial. And another one. And more. The main thing I want you to keep in mind is that on many of these projects you can use pretty much any type fabric. I encourage you to have fun and try out different fabrics and see how they turn out. Do you have a piece of clothing that is a nice fabric, yet it got ruined or for whatever reason it is not wearable anymore? You could recycle that shirt, dress or that pair of jeans to make fabric flowers. It would be such a waste for it to end up in the trash, right?! 

Nude ballerina flats

If you also love ballerina flats, then you should be able to understand my slight obsession with finding the perfect pair – and by perfect I am referring to both comfort and style.  The perfect pair of ballerina flats for me should be ultra lightweight so I could walk in it all day and never get blisters, and it definitely should be an eye catcher..

Gucci nude leather classic ballet flats

Pour la Victoire  nude ostrich print leather ¨Lynna¨ flats

Michael Kors  Odin Patent Flat, Nude

Michael Kors Olympia

Sergio Zelcer Wam Ballerina Flat