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Monday 16 July 2012

this week.

 
  1. My new haircut - what's the point of getting your ears pierced again if your hair constantly covers them up?  So the hair had to go.  Simple.
  2. My antique Mexican pendant - my parents picked this up in Vancouver when they were on their recent travels and I love it to bits.  It's turquoise mounted on silver with a silver, copper and bronze Aztec design.  I'm going to have to get some mixed metal earrings to go with it.
  3. Labradorite - as the boy doesn't wear jewellery (*snerk*) my parents brought back a piece of this from Canada.  It's gorgeous, a glossy black slab with flecks of peacock blue and gold.
  4. Uniqlo t-shirts - I think I may live in these in the autumn and winter, layered with jumpers.
  5. Haim - as I've mentioned before, I think Haim are going to feature heavily on my soundtrack for the summer, when the summer actually gets started that is.

  1. Neon Genesis Evangelion - I first heard of this series when Pullip released their Rei and Asuka dolls but hadn't ever checked it out.  Until I heard that it involved mechas.  We've been watching it online and I am in love.  I think it's my new anime addiction.
  2. Tourmaline - I love pink and green jewellery so I think I'm going to have to add some tourmaline to my collection.  I'm eyeing up this watermelon tourmaline piece on Etsy, I think it may be a post-birthday treat.
  3. figma Inori Yuzuriha - I know you shouldn't judge an anime by its action figure, but I think I may have to check out Guilty Crown!
  4. Gemagenta on Etsy - I've been eyeing up several pieces in this lovely shop, especially this lingerie inspired ring.  Her work is so detailed and delicate.
  5. This sweet online paper doll game - I can't get over how adorable this is, the textures are gorgeous.

Sunday 8 July 2012

summer sounds.

I've created a spring/summer playlist this year.  I was hoping it would be the soundtrack to my summer, tunes to chill out to while enjoying a sunny bus journey into work, but I suppose that's wishful thinking at the moment!  Here are some artists I've only just discovered this year who have made the list.

 
Haim - I've downloaded Haim's EP, Forever, and it's such addicting listening.  It's this bizarre blend of pop, rock and R&B which, as mad as it sounds, really works.  

Kimbra - 'Settle Down' is a fab track with vocal percussion that builds and builds.  She's got a great bluesy voice which is very easy to listen to.

 
Icona Pop - not my usual thing, but 'Nights Like This' has the potential to be a great summer anthem.

The Jezabels - I downloaded Prisoner before going to see Garbage after learning that The Jezabels were their support act.  It's a fab alt rock album.  I especially like 'City Girl' and 'Long Highway'.

 
Oh Land - I remember reading that Oh Land, born Nanna Øland Fabricius, is the daughter of an opera singer and an organist.  It sounds like she's broken free from these traditional bonds, creating amazing electronic sounds.

Jessie Ware - this is a really chilled track, very sophisto-pop.  She's got such a smooth voice, extremely easy to listen to.

Tuesday 3 July 2012

this week.


  1. Our new retro games consoles - we've had a Sega Master System II and a Famicom arrive this week.  Old skool!
  2. My skull shirt from Mango - I wore this shirt to work on Friday and was asked if it was from Alexander McQueen.  Definitely put a smile on my face.
  3. Going to see Garbage live (again) - I saw Garbage again at Brixton Academy last night and I'm still in awe.  I can't quite put into words how amazing they are.
  4. Edamame beans - Waitrose are selling these in small tubs now with a light soy dressing and they go perfectly with my leaves and roast chicken at lunch.  Yum!
  5. Aranzi Aronzo - I bought another craft book from Aranzi Aronzo from Japan Centre and I'm really looking forward to starting some new projects soon.