Decor Inspirations: Japandi
When I was researching design options for a friend of mine, I was introduced to this interesting style of decor and design called Japandi. It’s a mix between Japanese minimalism, and then Scandinavian influence with cozy textiles, natural fibres, neutral woods and lots of plants. I’ve put together 6 Ways to incorporate the Japandi style into your place, even if you don’t have a sprawling space.
Thrift Flip: IKEA Kids Kitchen
I found this IKEA Duktig Kids Kitchen last year on Facebook Marketplace and used it instead as a way to experiment with techniques and my style. Here is my Step-by-Step guide with links to how I created this IKEA Kids Kitchen.
30 things I accomplished, learned and started before 30
I think a lot of us can say that by the time we are 30, we have these goals set out that we hope to accomplish. They are not even goals, more like life milestones. I think we’ve created this belief system that we’ve failed if we aren’t in the right space before 30, but I think dismantling this belief, accepting wherever you are, you are at the right spot is the key to happiness at this age. 30 is a scary year, but I’m looking back on 30 things I’ve accomplished, started and done by the age of 30.
What they don’t tell you when you get back from long-term travel.
I wrote a post before I went on my long 6 month trip to Asia on what I had learned about traveling up until then. What I had learned about how people treat you and how you start to feel when you get started on one of these long-term trips. Its like a form of detachment from your home and opening yourself up to the world and all its possibilities. Its rather freeing, and it also can be a bit startling when you return home after selling all your possessions, saying a final goodbye to people (that you never had an intention of seeing again), and hoping you’d end up somewhere else.
40 things I learned in University
I started university almost 12 years ago. It makes me feel so old to realize that those days of staying out all night, making new friends, laughing through new experiencing and epically failing. University is this amazing experience, especially living on res, and its such a great supported, first-taste of freedom that you get post-living at home. I put this together years ago, but here are 40 Things that I learned throughout university after 4 amazing years!
Five ways to spend Valentines Day.
No matter the way you spend Valentine’s Day, whether its eating the most expensive meal all year, or spending it in a 3rd world country with a close friend, I think the best way to spend the day is surrounded by love, and reminding others that you love them. Even though we are in the midst of a pandemic, I find there are still ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with everyone from your loved one to your friends or your family.
Plant Mom: Dried Florals
You may not have a green thumb, so dried florals are a great way of incorporating natural texture! I have a few dried florals strategically around the house in areas that do not get a lot of light, but I like the natural feel, and don’t love faux plants. Here are a few of my favorite dried florals for your home, and a couple great resources for dried and faux plants.
Decor Inspirations: Farmhouse
My significant other grew up spending his summers on a farm. He loves the feeling of being out in the prairies in Saskatchewan, on the farm with his family. We’re moving in together so the plan was to find a way to combine my love of Bali decor, and his love of farmhouse decor (along with all 27 of our plants) to find a happy medium.
Decor Inspirations: Nordic Holiday
Hello! It’s been awhile, but I wanted to come back with some great inspirations for Nordic Holiday Decor. My new sister-in-law is from Finland, and let’s be honest, my trip to Norway and my love of IKEA already gave me great inspiration for what to do for the holidays.
Quick Profile on Me.
For those of you that don’t know me, nice to meet you! I thought I’d put together a quick profile since its been awhile since I’ve checked in.
Planning a Trip: Palm Springs Part 2
Two years after writing and visiting Palm Springs, I’m headed back! I’ve been there a few times since with work, but it’s never quite the same, and you spend the time lamenting the hot sun rather than soaking in it! Here are more things to do and what to see in PS!
September Inspirations
September, where I am from, is also a time where the evenings get a bit chilly and you start adding scarves and cardigans to your daily wardrobe. For the commercial public, they also mean the return of PSL’s and pumpkin everything (don’t get me wrong, I love both of these). So here is a look at what is inspiring me this September, from books to clothes.
Travel Tips: Booking Accommodation
There are two types of booking in my mind. Booking in advance to secure the best place with the group you have, and rocking up the day of or just before in hopes of getting a good deal and staying flexible. Now, I’ve done both and I understand the merits for each.
Travel Tips: Travel Insurance
This one is a no-brainer. Do not travel without travel and health insurance. You do not want to be halfway around the world, need a doctor and then have to find planes trains and automobiles to get back to the nearest doctor only to find you should get western medicine.
March Inspirations
Sometimes you just meet the right people and you realize how many amazing people there are out there. I'm feeling inspired to make changes to the way I live and who I surround myself with so I feel that type of positivity and encouragement everyday.
Practicing Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the psychological process of bringing one's attention to experiences occurring in the present moment, which one can develop through the practice of meditation and through other training. Check out a few important things I’ve found about incorporating mindfulness into your’re everyday.
Travel Tips: Money Matters
I wrote a nice long post about how much I saved (or wanted to save) for my 6 month trip to Asia based on where I was going, but there are a few general budgeting tips and recommendations I have no matter where you go.
Applying Marie Kondo to your life.
We include a lot of things in our day to day, things, rituals, people, food, work. And I don’t think I’ve ever taken a proper look at which ones spark joy versus which ones feel like a burden or responsibility that I don’t need in my life. I’ve taken a look at my life and applied the ‘Spark Joy’ principles every aspect.
Laos Guide: Crossing from Thailand
First off, there are a few ways of getting into Lao, but this post is about the crossing from Thailand into Laos via the Mekong River. The two day slow boat was a trip I won’t forget and a fun way to spend the first couple days in a new country. Check out my tips for taking the cruise and what to do.
Laos Guide: Luang Prabang
In my previous post, I wrote about my journey into Laos from Thailand. It was an unforgettable journey, and the people that I met made it all the better. Here is a quick guide on what to do in Laos from my point of view!
