Marketplace: Happy Hearts

I love when all the heart items hit the market around this time of year. I wish hearts (and stars) would stay year-round. Heart pyjamas are my favourite, but they’re not always easy to come by (especially at a reasonable price). I also think adding a heart tea towel is an easy way to bring (more) happiness into the kitchen.

Valentine’s Day platter, $23.95CAD; Valentine’s Day mugs (4), $51.95CAD; cupcake mix, $24.95CAD; cookie cutter set, $44CAD; marble heart coasters, $37.95CAD; hearts towel, $16USD; raffia heart baskets, starting at $59CAD; heart picture frame, $275USD
kisses pajama, $59CAD; bib, $17.95CAD; Love sweatshirt, $11.87CAD; heart pocket top, $7.90CAD; heart print tunic and leggings, $50CAD

Marketplace: Rose & Rex

Rose & Rex is a marketplace for educational, well-designed toys and games for kids. Their toys promote imaginative play, and I think there are so many great items to spoil your kids…and to give them a break from virtual classrooms.

Milk truck, $43USD; Bobby snuggle bunny, $26USD; Origami bath boat, $17USD; Classic white pedal bike, $349USD; Look mini guitar, $79USD; Cross-body bag, $45USD; Rubber duck, $15USD; Modern Blocks alphabet set, $65USD; New York skyline block set, $40USD; Cactus light in white and gold, $110USD

The Friday Five: Things On My Mind

  1. I went cross country skiing recently. After a year of minimal exercise, it was quite the workout!
  2. I’ve finished watching all the seasons of The Crown and all the episodes of Bridgerton. Like many (many, many) people, I enjoyed both. The stories, the costumes, the acting, and the scenery in both shows kept me entertained.
  3. If you like to be amused, check out Zillow Gone Wild. This Instagram site features properties for sale that really make you look (and wonder). This New York mansion has a violin shaped swimming pool. This place in Colorado is built around a rock. This California suburban-looking home has a surprise ceiling feature. These are the few of many interesting designs.
  4. I made this penne alla vecchia bettola recipe for my beau’s birthday, and it was a hit. I ended up making it twice in one week because it became high in demand! I’ll be making it again, I’m sure.
  5. I’m so tired of seeing all the loungewear currently being promoted on nearly every store’s website. While I haven’t worn my traditional work wear in nearly a year (suit, dress pants, dress skirts), I also don’t wear leggings or joggers every day. Generally, my daily outfit consists of jeans and a sweater. I’m aiming to document a “week of outfits” to share here or on Instagram soon. I know, I know…exciting stuff coming your way! What about you? Has your fashion changed over the last year?

Marketplace: American Standard Bath Collection

Over the holidays, I received a press package from American Standard. I thought it was timely, clever, and well-designed. Essentially, American Standard’s message is to flush 2020.

American Standard Press Pack

Beyond the press information I received, I had a browse on the American Standard website to learn more about its bath collection. Here are some of the interesting things I learned.

The Spalet Bidet Toilet is a new release, and I know I’d love it. I became appreciative of these types of toilets after my 2019 trip to Japan.

The price tag is high, yes, but American Standard some bidet seat options at about half the price of the toilet.

Here are some other items that caught my attention because of their functionality and design.

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