The Woodstock Foundry + Selah!

I've saved the best for last and yes I'm biased since Selah is Andrew's shop and I designed and styled it. It's been a labor of love but here it is in real life- open for business! Remember my mood board? I think we got pretty close to the original vision. Andrew wanted a space that doubled as his studio and a shop where he could sell his artwork, journals, books, pens, and all things that inspire him. I was really concerned that we got the balance between studio and retail right- it couldn't be too much of one or the other and I think it turned out beautifully. If you live in Cape Town please stop by and say hi- Wills and I work the shop for him from time to time!






I hope you've enjoyed this series on The Woodstock Foundry. You can find us at 160 Albert Rd. In Woodstock- Cape Town. 

The Woodstock Foundry + Dear Rae Jewelry

I'm back with the final two shops from the Woodstock Foundry this week! Today we're taking a look at Dear Rae Jewelry. It's such a treat to have Karin's shop at the Foundry- it's lovely, full of light and every time I go in I find something I want to buy (those brass bangles are next on my list). Karin's shop also doubles as her studio- so you get to see her hard at work making the beautiful things on the shelves. It's such a great concept. She sells all over Cape Town but her shop is not to be missed so make sure to stop by!

Notebook Love

Why are notebooks so fun? I'm itching to get my hands on these notebooks and planners by Julia Kostreva. 


via all the mountains

Valentine's Day Giveaway with Threadbare Supply Co.

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS KRISTA, DANICA AND HANNAH!
A special Valentine's Day treat! The lovely Sara of Threadbare Supply Co. is offering 3 readers one of her capture necklaces in your choice of color. To enter visit Sara's shop, leave a comment below and be sure to include your email address too! 


I'm also a fan of her sailors knot bracelet- check it out.

Madewell, Will You Be My Valentine?

Described as J.Crews slouchy younger sister, I couldn't  think of a description that would better suit my style. Here are some recent looks I love. 

Living Things Series

Love this series called Living Things by Little Otsu Press. "The Little Otsu Living Things Series is a new collection of mini art books in which different artists each explore one idea based around the theme of living things." 

The Woodstock Foundry + The Lobby!

Next up is the amazing hair cuttery, The Lobby. Craig Johns, hairstylist and owner, hit the nail on the head with the look and feel. It's one of those places that you walk in and instantly feel cooler just for being there.  Besides his clear talent for design, Craig is also a genius with a pair of scissors, so if you're in need of a trim- you know where to head.

Kinfolk Portland Dinner

Have you seen these beautiful pictures from Kinfolks first dinner in Portland? Next up is Brooklyn and man would I love to go. Pictures taken by Laura of D'Art Photography. Go here to see more.

The Woodstock Foundry + O.live!

I'm excited to share one of the projects I've been working on with gather. The Woodstock Foundry is an amazing new space that has just opened up here in Cape Town. An old historical building that has been renovated, it houses a mix of creative studio spaces as well as retail spaces and a restaurant. Among other things, we were responsible for curating all of the spaces- finding the right mix of tenants. 


This week I'm going to share with you the retail tenants. First up is O.live. O.live is by far my favorite store in Cape Town and man was I psyched when they came on board. Take a look below at their beautiful shop at the Foundry. 

Palomarie S/S 2012 Collection

Remember Palomarie? Well they've just come out with their S/S 2012 Collection and I am in love! Take a look at their beautiful lookbook below and find their shop here. I'm definitely planning on making one or two of these pieces mine.

Couveture and The Garbstore

Andrew turned me on to Couverture and The Garbstore. I love a good online store and they've got everything from homeware to stuff for the boys, girls and kids too. Here are some of my favorites. Also check out their blog to see their guest selection series featuring Elise from Pennyweight, Rachel Comey, Victoria from SF Girl by Bay and others.

10 Weeks Old Today!

I'm trying not to post too many pictures of Wills, you can go to my instagram for that (mostly because it's probably only entertaining for myself and my mother) but his preciousness makes that really hard to do. It's safe to say I am addicted to my baby boy. I remember being pregnant and thinking I wasn't going to become one of those parents that stop a conversation mid sentence with a friend to stare at something marvelous my child was doing (like sucking on his hand). However I find myself doing this all the time. Sometimes Andrew and I even fight over who gets to sit next to him (last night). Anyway all this to say I can't believe he's been with us for ten weeks already!  Happy Friday friends- enjoy the weekend!

Footnote: My babe is so precious Andrew and I are already talking about how soon we can have more. Addicted.

Favorite Looks

My three favorite looks from Steven Alan's Spring Lookbook.