New York City #3

New York City #2

Back from Pomme Grande

Just returned from an absolutely amazing trip to New York. I possibly don't even have to say this - but it was grrreat! (Thanks, Tony)
You are likely to see a couple of NY-pictures here over the next couple of days, I took over 1,200 of them :-)


Oh well, home is nice also, I'm completely jetlagged, and there is (still) travel-clothes scattered all over the place. Sleep? Work? Wash clothes? Whattodo-whattodo...? I know: Blog!

Maybe a little NY-interview would fit in here...?
Ok!
- »So, Christine, what would you say was the best experience you had during your stay i New York City?«
- »Well, Janett, it's hard to say, really, there were so many great moments, but pushed to pick one, I'd say the day we detoured down Fulton Street to see if we could get underneath Brooklyn Bridge. We could, and it was beautiful« I also had my very first donut (ever!) here, which is also worth a mention«
...
»Oh wait! It was the trip to Purl Soho ... No-no, Museum of Natural History. No! Guggenheim. Central Park! That night we met friends and had pizza!!
... I give up. It was all so awesome.«
(and Janett has left)

Tina posted a new recipe at Clemmensen & Brok.
See you soon :)

There Are Reasons... Reason #3

Of course one can knit all year. And naturally, one can sit in the corner of the couch with a blanket in June. And light candles in april. But it all just come together so beautifully when the evenings darken, and the air gets colder.


One of the great great reasons I love the fall, is the curling up in the corner, with heavy socks on, a soft pillow, warm tea, and wool. Meters and meters of soft knittable wool.
:)

Crafty ideas at The Long Thread
Beautiful illustration work at Ah! Ropa via Esti.

Quick doodle

Marcel The Shell With Shoes On. If you haven't yet seen it – DO! :-)

Finished "Martha's" Tee

A fun knit. I didn't have a pattern – but borrowed Martha's shirt a while ago, to count rows and stitches. I especially liked the triangular pattern on the front. A fun knit indeed ...

I love IHannah's inspiration mosaics. Here's the one from September.

Risengrød for dinner

First time we had risengrød for dinner this year. When this happens, we know for sure that Summer is over, and Winter is about to call.


This (not-so-healthy) dish is made from white rice, milk and salt (cooked for an hour), and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and butter. It's rich and yummy, and my stomach complained for hours after :-D Good thing we don't make this too often.


Handmade Romance posted this cute pin.
And Frankie's diary. I love this. Wish I was in Australia (for numerous reasons ;-)

Speaking of which – Gracia and Louise recently returned from Europe. Welcome back girls :-)

Crafty

These punches practically jumped into my arms at local craft store ...
I can think of a gift wrapping or two where a bunch of these might look puuhrrdy :-)


Rina posted a book interview with me at her blog on books; Bibliofilia. Thank you Rina :-)

My dear and talented friend and colleague, Tina, has posted fruity beauties at Clemmensen & Brok.

There Are Reasons... Reason #2

The light was so beautiful yesterday. All day, the Sun shone warmly with its autumly low light.
Sweet friends and happy tummies. Perfect day.





Today is a little cooler. In an hour or so I will go for a run, let the cool air bite at my cheeks, and let light fill me.


♫ Deepak Chopra and Claude Challe: Transendance. I love the sound of his words. (I have a book in English by Chopra, when I read it, my inner reading voice makes an Indian accent :-)) I don't mean it to - it just happens.)

Three(1) very(2) different(3) from fffound
I hope your Sunday is good

One foot must be bigger than the other ...

– I swear I crocheted'em completely alike!

But only one of them fits, really. Ha! Same thing happened last time.
Never mind. Left one fits perfectly! –the right one ... almost. They are equally soft, warm and cozy
:o)

Again, the design is Sylver's. For purchase right here.

Beautiful illustration from La Casa a Pois
♫ Black Rider Intro (Thanks M, for the TW reminder xo)

More work

Today a book cover I made, recently back from the printers :-)

Dolan Geiman (I love his profile picture)
favourite #1
favourite #2

♪ Sweet Dogs

Work

After a long period of busy, I took it slow last week, doing litterally as little as absolutely possible. And I have nothing to show for it :-)

Got a few items back from the printers. One is this book catalogue I did for Aronsen Publishers. (a few spreads):


(this last page says "book marks" - cut out and use :-)

I hope you are well.
Happy Wednesday ♥

So happy

Thank you for encouraging words on possible-job. I got the it!! And made the (oh-so-tight) deadline, and Client was so happy. Which made me so happy! Ohoh – and it was sooo much fun. I'm so so happy :-)

I made some illustrations for a Danish magazine - the issue will be out November 1st, and I will put them on the blog then :-)

Links, and another design job back from the printers' tomorrow. 'Till then, have a beautiful day
:-)

More beautiful book work

I bought these books at Faber&Faber a while ago. I adore the covers – Ariel in particular (or maybe it's because I like Sylvia Plath :-) More about the covers here.
I need to move at quite the pace these days. Last week I was contacted to do a job, that — if everything works out — could be so so awesome. I keep my fingers crossed. And will tell you about it later, of course :-)
Have a wonderful Monday

I can't stop laughing ...

I got this book, and I can't stop laughing. Right now, I'm thinking it's the best book I've EVER seen. I love my profession, and this book is that love bookificed. Hands down!

Created by Norwedian type-guys (not Norwedian type, but Norwedian guys who dig type), in collaboration with Arctic paper. You can find the guys here (at Studio 3), and the book (Hyperactivitypograhy) here.

Just love it!

Treat

Promised myself a trip to the yarn barn after end working day. As a treat :-) Guess I was a good girl today, 'cause look what I got me :-)

Newly discovered gorgeous blog full of creative goodies: Twig & Thistle

Lime Leaf Orange Blossom Sunday Self-Indulgence

Making home made, all natural salt scrub with abricot kernel oil, sea salt, crushed lime leaves and orange blossom oil.

It's great for the shower, and also for keeping next to the kitchen zink, to use after handling greasy foods, or for post-dishwashing.

My hands smell so nice right now ...
:-)
Nathalie Choux

Gentle day

A few things found on the street lately. And a few things from the drawer.

I have to be careful today. "Doing taxes" is on the list, and mind keeps wandering to other (more exotic) places.
When not looking, my fingers play with the mouse on the desk, and suddenly this little lamb shows up on the computer screen (Sweetpeatoad. + Etsy).
hm... I wonder if today will be the day I get those taxes done ...

Angels

I made a series of feather drawings in preparation for this book cover I did. Only one made the cut for the final design.

The book is the Danish edition of Daily Guidance From Your Angels by Doreen Virtue; a book with a little meditation for each day.
According to Doreen's site Angel Therapy, today's meditation is:

»You have the power to create or eliminate stress, debt, and pain. Today, choose peace.«

:) More angels:
Dottie Angel
Grafitti Angel
a DIY angel

There Are Reasons... Reason #1

There are reasons why Autumn is my favourite season, and today I indulged in one of the big ones: Mushroom Hunting. The sun shone warmly and the forest smelled wonderful as we gathered enough to go around. A glorious day indeed.







There are more pictures and a recipe at Clemmensen&Brok :-) I hope to see you there.

A sweet blog with lots of crocheting: Virkverket
A delicate blog with lots of ceramics: Otchipotchi
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Walk in August

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Sweet patterns, stationary and such at Flowers in May
Cute kids' wear at Leila and Ben

A little sketch

Busy times again. I am doing a book cover which sent me photographing and drawing a bit afterwards. This is a little sketch to be a part of the cover, I hope to post the whole thing soon.

Thank you for your sweet comment on last post :-)
No links today. Gotta go get some sleep now. Sweet dreams.

Yee-peeeeeee!!!!

I can't believe I'm going -- but I am. —in a couple of months. Ohhh I feel so lucky, I just can't wait.
Last time I flew 'cross the pond to The Big , was t-w-e-l-v-e years ago!
Ooo -- I loved it so.

Do any of you have any insider tips on what to do, where to eat, fun shops to visit? — anything at all would be amazing. I hope to hear from you.
Thank you :-)


Two gorgeous pieces from Luce Rosa: transformati ... and metamorfosi

Visited

Remember this little guy? On of his friends paid a visit the other day. I saw him on the balcony and rushed to get my camera, hoping he'd still be there when I got back. He was, I got one picture, and off he went. Only to sit back down on the banister, in the warmth of the afternoon sun.

He did this five or six times. Needless to say, I took a tricillion pictures.
Check this out. Do you think he was watching me too?

I only just discovered Joel the dad. My-my - this guy created some awesome toys for his kids.
Have you ever seen a more delicate doll house?
I am smitten :-)