I whipped up a little quasi-prototype for the mini-felt-book portolio mentioned in yesterday's post:
Pretty darn cute, if I do say so :) I really love small things. Really. A Lot.
I'm going to try to streamline the process a bit and hopefully make 10 or so...it's in the pipeline. The idea pipeline, that is!
Hmmmm I'm not feeling like the wordiest of girls today, so I'll just be happy about this lovely lovely painting (which is coming to live with me! ME!) and also be happy that everyone seems to be in a consensus about Morrissey = Fall. Everyone's fall music suggestions were so good, though...I need to move past "Vauxhall & I" eventually so that I can listen to all of those lovely records.
OH! I was feeling a little bit like a childless mother yesterday, so I asked Sarah & Greg if I could cook something lovely for them and for me for dinner. I made a basic, but incredibly tasty ground-turkey lasagna (with Monterey Jack instead of the trad. Mozzerella! That's what I like to hear...innovation :) and sauteed zuccinni slabs, with Alicia's darn famous Green Apple Pie for dessert (to officially welcome fall!). I have to say, and this may be arrogant, but it ws the best dinner I've had in a while. And the leftovers (pie for breakfast! Lasagna for lunch!) Good grief. So good.
The lady didn't lie about that pie...it's incredible. And it's always nice to cook for my charming friends :)
So maybe I'm a bit wordier than I thought today! I'm off to package up loads of postcard packs & snuggle up with my new Nigella Cookbook...I swear, I think everyone around me is getting a little scared/annoyed of my huge crush on Ms. N. It started with these measuring cups, the most beautiful measuring cups ever...and then progressed to a full-fledged crush on the lady behind the measuring cups. I am so silly. Go ahead, you can say it.
Comments (19)
I love the book!!! I can't wait to get one for myself!!! It is truly lovely!!
Mary Contrary · September 26, 2006 at 06:10 PM
Oh, mine, mine, MINE! *a-hem* There. I got that out of my system. Sorry that I was so greedy, y'all, and snapped up this perfect little book before it even made the blog. Just happened over, and there she was, calling my name. Yay... I *heart* my little book of pretties. :)
karaalison · September 26, 2006 at 06:57 PM
hehehehe...and I love 'The Little Black Apple Book' :)
ashley g · September 26, 2006 at 08:53 PM
Oh emily sooooo cute! I love the book and all the dolls. You are such a smart apple!
vegasandvenice · September 26, 2006 at 09:18 PM
Oh, so you're the one who got that painting, you are a lucky girl! I'm loving that little book.
Mama Urchin · September 26, 2006 at 09:55 PM
Ooooh, the measuring cups! A friend of mine just bought me those plus the big batter cup for my wedding. It was a double surprise since we just asked for cash for the honeymoon. I'm in love - use them all the time!
geek+nerd · September 26, 2006 at 09:56 PM
so cute! i just love the little book and hope to be lucky enough to snatch one up before everyone else does :)
Stephanie · September 26, 2006 at 10:30 PM
so cute! i just love the little book and hope to be lucky enough to snatch one up before everyone else does :)
Stephanie · September 26, 2006 at 10:32 PM
keith and I may or may not have a collection of nigella cookware and..
you're gonna love this
miniature cookie cutters... so you could make itty bitty cookies shaped like letters.
corie · September 26, 2006 at 10:44 PM
why is that tiny things are so very wonderful? that book takes the cake, my dear! will it be a mad rush? i'm putting on my running shoes and will be ready. :)
risa · September 27, 2006 at 10:34 AM
Those are lovely lovely measuring cup. Fall in New York is so lovely. I love your felt book. It is very beautiful.
Sonya · September 27, 2006 at 11:04 AM
that little book is so fabulous! i wish i'd thought of it...
jennifer · September 27, 2006 at 11:44 AM
i think you're gonna have to make lots o' little books,otherwise many folks will be mighty unhappy. it is sooooo very desirable!
i want to have it my big old hands ...right now!!!!
Hildy · September 27, 2006 at 11:59 AM
the little books are darling! great idea my dear...sounds like fall is nestling in in your neck of the woods...we're still waiting for it here, i know...patience. have a good one, amy
posy press · September 27, 2006 at 02:29 PM
i found your blog through random links -- that book is lovely (and I adore your paintings!)
amber · September 27, 2006 at 07:20 PM
maaan those are going to be cute!!
knottieknitter · September 27, 2006 at 11:00 PM
HI!
I`ve been looking at your blog for a while, but have not left a comment yet, withc is about time now!
I have to say i love your Little Black Apple Book! And of course many of the other things you make:)
Have you herad Jenny Wilson?
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=80304498
And Jens Lekman? ( could`nt fint him on myspace)
I LOVE morrissey / The smiths, and was at a Morrissey consert this year, reslly good!
Have a nice day!
Siri
Siripirisiri · September 28, 2006 at 04:01 AM
wow, great idea, love the book!I think you might have a bestseller on your hands!Oh and I have a crush on Nigella too!
thebutterflycollector · September 28, 2006 at 04:08 AM
What a great idea! A combination of craft, art and books - my three favourite things :)
Erin · September 28, 2006 at 06:55 AM