9.19.2008

Blogger's Favorites -- Simple Song

images from upper left -- cupcake from Hey Cupcake Bakery, twine via flickr, honey from Daylesford Organic, chalkboard via townmouse, letterpress notebook from Dauphine Press, calligraphy from Love Jenna, ceramic milk bottles from Alyssa Ettinger

I can honestly say that the owner of this week’s list, Suann of the immensely lovely blog Simple Song is super talented + super nice. The proof? A box of her gorgeous letterpress arrived at my house several weeks ago, just because (and I quote), “Every girl needs a little letterpress.” I wholeheartedly agree. My fellow Kirtsy editor is also a bit of a kindred spirit -- cupcakes!, chalkboards!, white ceramics! Yes please.

Herewith Suann’s favorites. Enjoy!

  1. Sweets -- I’ll never pass up a treat, especially cupcakes. I seriously love them.
  2. Chairs -- I have a thing for chairs. I especially dig this Eames rocker because of the white, metal and wood combination – one of my all-time favorites.
  3. Twine/ribbon -- Twine, ribbon, trim, cords – I have a slight obsession over it all. I’ve got more than I’ll ever use but I’ll never stop adding to my collection.
  4. Honey/jars -- I love jars - new or vintage. And put honey in a pretty jar? I’m all over it.
  5. Chalkboards -- Anyone who has followed me on Kirtsy or my blog know that I have a thing for all things chalkboard. I went through a phase where I was spraying everything around me with chalkboard paint.
  6. Notebooks/letterpress/repeating patterns -- I love, love simple repeating patterns, especially with pops of color. You’ll see that in a lot of my work and things I’m drawn to. And notebooks and letterpress? LOVE them. Can’t get enough.
  7. Calligraphy/type -- Another obsession is calligraphy and type. I’m always drawn to any designs using type, simple and sometimes a pretty script. And I have a special affinity for a really good sans serif. Right now my favorite is Futura BK BT.
  8. Fabric flowers -- Stick a fabric flower on anything and I’m sure to like it. I’ve been eyeing that J.Crew belt for ages.
  9. White ceramics -- I’m always drawn to white anything. And especially ceramics. I love the look of clean, smooth, white ceramic.

17 comments:

Kate said...

We were separated at birth! I would only have to change like three photos and that would be me! I love seeing this. I like getting to know the bloggers I read!

Anonymous said...

My fave thing of Suann's is her totally cute baby boy!

Love the J Crew flower belt, too...it's not very "me" but I have a friend who bought three of them and they are her new signature accessory! They're darling!

Joslyn, you have such great taste...all of your blogger faves have had amazing picks!

Rachel said...

I love Suann's blog, and I share the addiction to chalkboards and fabric flowers. All these choices are lovely.

mary s. said...

Yay, Suann!! Jos, I'm so happy you lined her up for this feature! She's the sweetest girl, and I love her taste. I want her to come to my house and decorate.

Great picks, Suann! xo

Melissa de la Fuente said...

Yipppee! Love Suann, love her blog, her beautiful letterpress and her elegant and classy style! So much fun, this is such a great feature! Thanks Joslyn and thank you for the sweet comment today! :)
xo
Melissa

Suzanne : : S.HOPtalk said...

Simple Song is one of my faves and her picks have me falling in love all over again. Such a great feature Joslyn...I truly look forward to it each week. ~Suzanne

SimplyGrove said...

She has picked some wonderful things!! I love both of your blog tremendously!!

paula said...

oh how I love this story board. i have many of the same favorites. by the way, i love your blog. it makes me happy.

Anonymous said...

hi there -- just popped over here for my daily visit + there's my little list! thanks for asking me to do this. loads of fun + so flattered you asked! keep up the work of your lovely, inspiring blog.

xo + have a fab weekend!

Mrs.French said...

more reasons to love her...I love this feature my dear..thank you for the kind words regarding my photography. xo Traci

Mary-Laure said...

Thanks for introducing me to her exquisite, lovely world...

Helene said...

I love her blog too and her letterpress are high on my list of favorites! I am so happy I found your blog. Lovely posts and discoveries!

Michelle said...

I stumbled upon a clever honey jar a few days ago…
http://www.delight.com/Silver-Honey-Bee

Also…
http://www.delight.com/Chalkboard-Candle

Cannelle Et Vanille said...

she has such eye and excellent taste... love her blog!

karey m. said...

love love love lovah the suann!

Kerri Lynne said...

Wholeheartedly agree with #2! Oh how badly I want an Eames rocker!

Joanna Goddard said...

love this one! the chalkboard is gorgeous. xo