Nook of Inspiration

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Do you have a little nook of inspiration?  Perhaps in your home, studio, or office?

I am working on something that will be launching tomorrow.  I can’t wait to unveil the secret!

But before getting to work, I thought I’d take a moment for a little inspiration.  This is what I have on the corner of my desk, right next to my computer monitor.  It is a collection of things that I love, which really inspires me.

The flowers are hydrangeas and roses.  I love having flowers on my desk.  It makes my work station feel more inviting, cosier, and romantic.

The bell is a big favourite of mine, especially since it was given to me by dear friends of mine.  When I get a really good idea, I will proudly ring my bell.  My bell makes me smile and it adds a little fun to my day.

Lighting a candle to add a sweet scent in the air is also another lovely idea.  It creates a very inviting atmosphere which helps me to work longer hours….gladly and happily.

The paper weight I just love.  The colours are bright and cheerful.

So If you don’t already have one, I hope I’ve inspired you to create one for yourself.

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Tea Time

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Is it tea time yet?

My Favourite Tea Cup

My Favourite Tea Cup

I absolutely love tea time.  I have this vintage guide for hosting dinner parties called “Glamour and the Hostess”.

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I’m not sure how old it is, but it is certainly amusing to read.  At the back of the book, there are a series of questions regarding hostessing.  Here’s one I just had to share, since I love tea time!

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I just think this is so funny and charming at the same time.  How would one go about asking friends to pour the tea?  And how long is a “short time”?

Tea time is the best time.  I could drink tea all day.  I have a collection of teacups and I own an adorable Brown Betty teapot.  My favourite teas are black teas, and I do very much enjoy green tea, especially Sencha green tea.  I love Buckingham Palace (which I just recently picked up from Pippins in the Toronto Beaches), Sencha Green Tea, and I absolutely LOVE Heavenly Cream by Sloane Tea.  It is so dreamy.  I usually add milk to my tea, but Heavenly Cream’s comforting creamy taste requires no milk.

heavenly-cream

As the designer of Crumb Designs, I designed an pretty apron which I like to call the “tea apron”, also known as the Milly Apron.  It’s pretty and sweet and would be perfect for a tea party.  I think it’s time to host a tea party, complete with vintage tea cups, brown betties, soothing tea blends, English watercress tea sandwiches, cookies, and of course the Milly apron.

Milly Half Apron

Milly Half Apron

Aprons + Kitchens

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Does your apron coordinate with your kitchen colours?  Have you ever purchased an apron to specifically match your kitchen decor?  I have had a number of customers admit that they do like to have their apron match their kitchen.  And why not?  I think that’s fun and totally inspiring.

Today I’m featuring one of my favourite Crumb Designs apron that would match perfectly with a very stylish turquoise blue kitchen.  I could totally see myself cooking and entertaining in this kitchen wearing my Audrey Apron.Favorite-Turquoise-Design-Ideas-Tobi-Fairley-Interior-Design

(Photo courtesy of House of Turquoise)

Audrey

(Audrey Apron for Ladies in Turquoise Stripes)

2012 Fall Gift Shows

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Save the Date!

Crumb Designs can be found at 2 gift shows this fall season.  View our newest collection of stylish aprons at the following shows and perhaps get a head start on your holiday shopping.

 

Saturday, November 3, 2012
Nth Lounge & Emporium
Gladstone Hotel, Toronto, ON
11:00am to 9:00pm

 

November 22 – December 2, 2012
One of a Kind Christmas Show & Sale
Direct Energy Building, Toronto, ON

 

Check out our EVENTS page for more details.

See you there!

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