suzette roberts

// Spring Scents and Spontaneity

We made it to Friday! and I hope you had a decent week (at least), with an 'up' in the mix. To say we love our candles and evening lights-out candle moments doesn't even come close. We thrive on the simple tranquil blend of inviting scents, and softer transportive moods created by the luxury of pure and earthy seasonal notes each and every evening, and even throughout our weekend afternoons, as often as possible. To wrap up our work week, here are a few favourites and new blends we're looking forward to during spring... and of course there will be others found during those spontaneous browsing serendipity moments... It's been a full(!) week, but good news is good news. Thanks everybody, and have a very relaxing weekend. ~xx

 

Another ♫ mellow track from the work week...

Society - Commiserations (2016)

 

ONE: Sand + Fog Ocean Sea Salt - notes of the salty sea & air.

TWO: Diptyque's Muguet - wild carefree notes of lily of the valley. xo

THREE: Byredo's Loose Lips - notes of violet, morello cherry, & rose water.

FOUR: AERIN's L'Ansecoy Orange Blossom - orange blossom & cedar notes.

FIVE: Clean Home Fragrance (Rain) - notes of dewy melon, water lilies & daisies.

SIX: No.22's Lawn - fresh lawn-scented notes.

SEVEN: Craft + Foster Lost Coast - floral, plum & amber notes.

 

 

// The Tuesday Six, Plus...

Recent reads and other loved links and finds from around the web...

 

...  Gradient and geometric designs baked into new pies and tarts. Wow!

...  Meet Première d'Atelier Haute Couture Flou CHANEL, Olivia Douchez.

...  How 20 animals from around the world got their names.

...  Rethinking the amount of technology in the classroom.

...  Currently loving my Spring go-to lipstick.

...  And, impressive-yet-foolproof dinner party mains.

 

>>> Plus... 

...  Freezing weather encases house in a shell of ice.

...  Your March forecast and much, much more....

...  A 95-year-old grandmother and her amazing birthday bash! :)

...  13 Secrets only air traffic controllers know.

...  10 Bizarre documentaries that are stranger than fiction.

...  And, celebrating the good times. #memories :)

 

(Above) A CHANEL favourite from their Gardens-themed Spring 2018 Couture Collection.

 

 

// And That's Just Lovely: Home Graces

(Thawing Out Days)

Finding joy in the seemingly little things have a way of creating a more expansive and tapestry-rich life. It's a minimalist concept that continues to grow in exponential ways with each successive year in our current century. And that's where I often find the most lovely revealing itself, with slowing down to take in the view and little adds here and there while travelling the weekly usuals...

// Magazine Moments: Winter 2018 into 2019

"For the creative and curious..." and they are not in the least bit kidding here. My eyes were drawn to the simple and clean (angular presence) cover layout of this new-to-me mag: Uppercase, while in the checkout line at our local Whole Foods a few weeks ago. I was so wowed and inspired with the colourful creativity on each new page, I actually stepped out of the line for a few to slowly view more pages and take in a quick read. My middle sister, Jan, who loves casual sketching in her downtime (for relaxation) immediately came to mind, and this brilliant magazine has her name written all over it. Uppercase is a quarterly print magazine that celebrates editor Janine Vangool's love of the handmade, vintage, and playful creativity from her studio in Calgary, Alberta, publishing books and magazines that "spark the imagination and inspire creativity." And I wholeheartedly agree... "All progress begins with a brave decision." More online and off, seasonal reading favourites after the jump...

// The Tuesday Six, Plus...

Talk about a case of the comatose... it's where we're at on the weekends with getting the most out of it, relaxation-style. All our kids have come of age as the saying goes, and are pretty much their own people now within our generation line, so why not give into the tucked away luxuries of our slower weekends as often as we can, with or without the kids, breakfast and tele in bed for everyone. #goodtimes #love Recently read, viewed, and loved links from around the web...

 

...  Maison & Objet: 7 Colour trends to watch in 2019.

...  Signs you're in the right relationship.

...  CHANEL's Spring-Summer 2019 Haute Couture Show by Karl Lagerfeld. 

...  I bought a mini trampoline to work out in my apartment and have no regrets. :)

...  Currently enjoying this hand cream for our frigid winter days. 

...  And the secret ingredient for fluffier pancakes and waffles. #winter-cravings

 

>>> Plus...

...  5 Factors that demonstrate a strong work ethic.

...  The science behind your favorite workout playlist.

...  My go-t0 for at-home and online K - 6 Math practice; Updated.

...  The perfect comfort top for just about anywhere.

...  10 Movies that changed the world.

...  It can happen even in the winter.

...  What your favourite candle scent says about you.

...  And 23 Fun, little-known Valentine's Day facts.

 

 

// Three For 2019 (Thus Far)...

(clumps of snowflakes on wild branches; #rustic-winter-days-toronto)

A few years ago, I retired myself from the New Year's Resolution Committee in favour of more spontaneous let-my-hair-down-after-work moments, and going with the flow of where it could lead with its own positive potential... In some ways it felt like 'resoluting to not resolute' which within the logics of could still be seen as a resolution of sorts-- the p's and q's of it all. Then as the year would progress, there were notables that took root during each season often becoming a natural part of each day, week, month, and/ or progressive year. The best part of taking this route has been the serendipity moments with their full of calm, comfort, and gentle appeal. Three notables for 2019 thus far...