Etc.

list 5.27.14

1. this place, for that reason.
I don't bother with the bucket list thing. But if I did, throwing a saltwater pool into the backyard (back acre?) of our farm is on the list. Totally. Just like this. via.

 

2. farmrun
You'll seriously want to meet Henry Miller, he's about as authentic as it gets. And he's12. Watch the video & check out the rest of the Farmrun videos and their site, because .. ya.

Common people doing common things .. an authentic experience. Both the Ryan Foxley and John Erskine clips are a profound snapshots of genuinity. I love farmers.

 

3. the paloma
non-fussy & to the point margarita. by Food52. i'll say yes please!

 

More list? My pleasure -- here.

 

 

 

memorial day weekend sale

Memorial Day weekend sale. Save 11% off with code MEMORIAL at checkout. Some exclusions apply. Sale ends Tuesday May 27th at 11:59 pst.

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at the table with / dino sanchez

at the table with ... is a series of interviews with some of my favorite designers, bakers and makers. A snippet of conversation that would happen over coffee. 

Today we sit down with the talented Dino Sanchez, designer of both lighting and beautiful objects.

"This is our dining table. It's where I start my day with a cup of coffee, drawing out ideas and getting my mind moving. It's where I end my day having dinner with my family." - Dino Sanchez

 

 

list 5.19.14

1. it's personal
This image has been quite popular on Pinterest over the weekend for a reason -- it's such a lovely example of personal style while being totally void of trending product placement. You get a sense of the person's intent. As much as I love to sell amazing products (ahem!) I am so bored with products defining personal style. Products as the cornerstone of style is void because anybody can purchase them.  I am 110% more thrilled to find amazing objects at an estate or tag sale because in those moments you know your unique style.

I can't find exactly where this image is from but I think it belongs to Gingerbread House.

 

2. pacific coast
summer is upon us & I've been dreaming of a mid-summer roadtrip to San Fran & Big Sur. Any favorites or spots not to be missed? Image.

 

 

3. this conversation
I love the comment/conversation on this pin by Montse Gimferrer:

Marco Jongmans: Funny; 'Helvetica, the smell of nothing' and 'air, water and you'. I very much like that idea as I still believe really good architecture should be something like that; nothing to be realy noticed. Thanks for sharing.

Montse Gimferrer: I like that comment as some of the architecture seems more about the architect and make a statement but not the function that has to do and breaks de landscape in a not so elegant way.

Marco Jongmans: I agree, some of the architecture we see seems to be more about the ego of the architect than about making a suiting frame for the function it serves. Helvetica was very much designed to be as neutral as possible so not to distract from the meaning of the words it formed.

Ego of the architect .... distracting from the meaning of what is formed ... I think this can apply into many areas of our visual life/design/style ...

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I'm obviously plant obsessed. It's hard not to be ... living on 4 acres in the country and in a home that has the most amazing light ever. I have an orchid that's been in constant bloom since last September!

Image 1 / a few estate sale finds
Image 2 / weekend loot at the farmers market: blackcap raspberries & grapefruit mint
Image 3 / corner view in my kitchen .. plants & tag sale finds
Image 4 / two fig trees the boys gave me for mother's day

You can follow me (@houseandhold) on Instagram for more foliage!

list 5.12.14

1. This drink
Involves cucumber juice, lime & gin __ hello! By Joy the Baker.

 

 

2. These tones
... are perfect. By &Tradition.

authenticity

genuine, true to one's character.
power to attract,  hold the interest of others.

a reminder not to get our britches in a bunch as we go about our work, lives etc.
TGIF & happy mother's day to all the moms!

| image created by House&Hold
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&Tradition VP4

The &Tradition VP4 Tabletop Lamp? Amazing, such beautiful lines.
I've got just the right spot for it in the formal living room which is finally coming together. The new sofa arrives tomorrow!

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list 5.5.14

1. Plaster Bowl
A brilliant diy by My Life Box. So many creative directions to go with this concept, I'll be getting supplies this week!

 

2. Rhubarb Sour Pisco
My rhubarb plants are so eager this year and I'm looking forward to the harvest. I've gathered a few new recipes to try out but first... a drink. A rhubarb sour pisco sounds just about right by  A Thousand Threads.

 

 

3. Around The Farm Table
Have you watched this PBS series? It's absolutely delightful & inspiring. And now I want a Jersey! I wonder if my 2 Dwarf Nigerian milking goats would get along with a cow?  You can watch all of the episodes here.

Happy Monday!
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menu knot trestle table

Menu is really hitting it in all the right places.
The new Knot Trestle table designed by Cecilie Manz will be available later this year, the knotted leather is just brilliant.

Sidenote: the composition in these photographs is pure inspiration, so refined.

Happy Friday!
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