AKRON AWESOME

Back home visiting Mom for the week and thought I'd share some awesome-ness that Akron, Ohio has to offer. Above: Rotaynah, Tuscarora Indian word for 'chief', was sculpted by Peter Toth in 1985 out of a huge Red Oak. It weighs 17 tons and stands 36 feet tall in front of Akron's Fairlawn Elementary School. 
Below: Bronze statue of a Native American carrying his canoe. It's a monument to the original Portage Indian Trail which followed a section of the Cuyahoga Valley.

GETTING IDEAS TOGETHER

I'm still trying to figure out what I want this blog to be. Right now, I'm getting my ideas together. Please hold...

FOUR MORE YEARS

Dear California,

It's been four years now. I know we didn't get along so well in the beginning but I think we have gained a mutual respect for each other. You really tried to drive me away that first year. I could've packed up and headed back east yet, I was too determined to give up. I am honoring these past years together by hanging up your state flag. So, here's to you and your endless (almost annoying) sunshine.  Love, Krysta

PLANTING

Took some time today to plant and replant some of my succulent arrangements. 

OH ANDRE

Went and saw The September Issue this past weekend. Thought Grace was amazing and funny! A.L.T. makes me squeal with joy! And to think he was almost cut from the movie! The horror! We used to joke that if anyone questioned when you would be able wear an outfit Andre would say "Why, going down the stairs on Christmas morning!!!" Fabulous!

This one's for you Pedro.

LATCH HOOK

Remember the latch hook rug you had a the side of you bed growing up? That fuzzy warm feeling as the strings of yarn tickled your toes. Mine was a Strawberry Shortcake. Other friends had unicorns, Smurfs & Snoopy. I've got a latch hook rug I have been slaving over and it is still not done. I don't remember it taking so much time! Maybe I should have gone for a simpler pattern to start my trip down memory lane. 

You can make your own latch hook pattern here: http://www.leftsource.com/

PUPPY POUF

Seems like everyone loves a pouf for their house including our dog, Ollie. Here are some great ones that would add a little fun to any house.

1. Ollie's favorite place to sit inside or outside: Ikea.com (we stack them in the patio for guest, use them as an ottoman, side table..love!)
2. Beautiful Knitted Urchin Poufs: by Christien Meindertsma (also available at DWR) 
3. Morrocan Version: Graham & Green
4. Kilim Square: Bhatik.co.uk

BANANA BOATS

This past weekend we went camping in Big Sur. Thanks to our fellow camper, Juanita, this amazing yummy delight is going to be a staple in all camping trips from here on out. It's simple and delicious!


Ingredients: bananas, chocolate, marshmallows, fire

1. Cut into unpeeled banana lengthwise but not all the way through.
2. Push slightly together as you would a baked potato.
3. Break off pieces of chocolate (we used our traditional Hersey's bar) and stuff into banana.
4. Fill on top with mini marshmallows.
5. Place on grill and cook until banana is done and marshmallows are melty.

Enjoy!

sea of air

sea of air show was last week and i got a t-shirt just in time. choppy chop chop and the medium men's tee becomes my groupie tank for the show. 

LACE NECKLACE

First post! Thought I would start with some necklaces that I made hanging out with my friend Missi. We started getting together for some personal design time away from the hoopla of our jobs. I've been obsessed with anything lace or lace-like since I first started designing lingerie. Can't get enough of it! Finally made use of some trims I had in my bins of fabrics & clothing. Here are the results: