Things I like: All my open tabs
An unfiltered peek into 30+ of my recent internet searches
The holidays are approaching and my targeted ads are going wild. So wild that I took Instagram off my phone for a little while. But that doesn’t stop me from populating my tabs with more finds. With gifting season upon us, here’s a neat and tidy list of everything that’s in my tabs, mostly so I can close them all on my phone, but also so you can peek at some of the things catching my eye lately, from DIYs to travel lists to a dreamy California treehouse.
DIY
A tutorial for how to make a wreath out of branches
Inspiration for the sideboard I’m going to build (for much less than $2,850)
I bet I could sew a quilted vest like this instead of buying it
A sewing pattern for a zero-waste ottoman to stuff with all my scraps
How to build bifold closet doors
Recipes
A recipe for creamy chestnut soup, which I’ve never had
And a recipe for cream of jalapeno soup, which I’ve also never had
Home
A folding step stool for our van since we ran over the other one
I think I’m going to get this Schoolhouse rug for our kitchen
I’m searching for tiny vintage mirrors in odd shapes just cuz
If we remodel our bathroom, I want this tile in the shower
In need of a desk chair that isn’t ugly but is this one comfy enough?
Collecting artwork for my home—like this lovely risograph print
A shop of finely crafted objects to save for later
Style
This red babaa cardigan is tempting me
Saving my pennies for these gorgeous leather boots
This is one of those sweaters that will last a lifetime and beyond
This oversized waxed parka could keep me dry all winter…
And I love the pockets on this leather jacket from Rails
I wish these high rise dark brown jeans weren’t sold out
At least these Clean Eileen jeans are back in stock
A store to return to for slow fashion
Reads
Putting this coffee table book on my Christmas wishlist
I’m partway through this story about the founder of Rivendell Bicycle Works
A Vogue feature on cotton that “has the power to change the fashion industry”
The Danish maximum security prison where wellness comes first
Europe’s secret garment dyeing formula uses less water
Crying myself to sleep on the biggest cruise ship ever
Next on my list of sewing books to collect
Travel
It’d be cute to do a tour of all of these Northwest Trolls
Saving this list of Copenhagen flea markets for later
Misc.
I’m thinking of applying to review Regional Arts & Culture Council grants
Do I need this ultrasonic mouthguard cleaning machine?
Everybody needs a jar of sparkles for special occasions
An internet friend sent me this dream home in Point Reyes
Yes to the ultrasonic mouth guard machine! I’ve had mine for over a year (maybe close to two(?)) and it works SO well. They’re always spotless! The dentist is amazed at how clean they are. Highly recommend!
I recently found this new company that is making biodegradable glitter! https://www.adornglitter.com/