I am trying to broaden my culinary horizons, and as I flipped through my many cookbooks, I came across this recipe in this book, and I had a sudden craving for a sweet yet spicy cake. And that is exactly what I made. It got rave reviews from M, and I may have eaten several slices myself... ... Read more
“Young Adult” Books
This summer, I read The Floating Islands, a fantastic young adult book about cities that are buoyed in the air, tethered by magic and unfathomable technology. There are dragons and wizards and the usual suspects of fantasy novels, but the book felt fresh and was one of my favorite summer reads. I am a huge fan of young adult sci-fi/fantasy novels. From Twilight to Hunger Games to the Wildwood Chronicles (which, by the way, is awesome) - I am fully up-to-date on the latest YA hits. Maybe it ... Read more
Happy Friday + Geometric Top
Can't believe it's Friday already! Above is a little top I made for K from this book (isbn 978-4-529-04894-1). I LOVE IT. I desaturated the image a bit for a vintage-y feel, so the color is a much stronger fuchsia in actuality. The images below are a better representation of the awesomeness of the top. The cute blue and white striped button is from a dear friend, who brought me back a packet of adorable buttons from Amsterdam. They're from a store called HEMA, which is like Target, but ... Read more
Pattern Play
A little late to the game, perhaps, but I've been hooked on Downton Abbey these days. I'm still working my way through Season 1, and while I watch, I've been doodling some patterns. I'm currently working on a pink (of course) colorway with lace patterns as Mary tries to decide whether to marry Matthew...intrigue! ... Read more
Shelter from the rain
It's starting to get chilly these days, and soon the famous Seattle rainy season will begin...with that theme in mind, here is one of my digital illustrations I created using origami textures. One of my favorites! I'm also submitting it for Illustration Friday, which I haven't done in eons... ... Read more