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Bookmark | Oleander and Palm

In The Anthology’s Bookmark column we explore some of the most inspiring places on the wild, wild web.

My to-do list always involves DIYs. Sometimes they’re as simple as assembling an Ikea dresser, but often I have a list of legit DIYs I’d like to tackle. Do I often D them? No, but I love the idea. Maybe that’s why I love Oleander and Palm, a blog run by Canadian-turned-Californian Jeran McConnel.

It’s filled with serious DIYs like her ombre heart napkins and simpler DIYs like this framed geometric heart. Plus, a ton of recipes — cookies and such, sure, but I especially like the sound of lemon lime bitters.

And she loves to throw a themed party. Up next? St. Patrick’s Day.

Oh, and her lavender sachet business cards put my business cards to shame.

So bookmark Oleander and Palm already and bookmark The Anthology while you’re at it.

[Images from Oleander and Palm, obviously.]

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March 2, 2013 by

Wear/Where | Gold deco

How do you incorporate a little gold deco into your life? Anywhere and everywhere.

To start with, you could put a pin in it; Rodarte’s deco ball hair comb is exactly the kind of stunner you’d expect to see in Baz Luhrmann’s take on The Great Gatsby (a film that keeps getting better and better — it will be scored by Jay-Z and costumes will be designed by Prada).

If you’re in the mood to deco-rate (ha!) then take a seat in these stunning chairs designed by Philippe Bestendheider, seen here at the Martin Margiela-designed Maison des Champs Elysees in Paris. Their price is available upon request. Which likely means they’re worth their weight in gold.

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February 14, 2013 by

Pinstagram | Puppy Chau

The Anthology’s Pinstagram column marries the dream (Pinterest) and the reality (Instagram).

Furry and fluffy. A young lab puppy who took a liking to my Cougar Boots and an illustrated cat I took a liking to.

Emerald city. My youngest intern makes herself comfortable in my Herman Miller Embody Chair, meanwhile I’d be quite comfortable in this emerald outfit.

When life hands you roses… Rose-infused lemonade at the General Public on Main Street (which I wrote about here) and flower-cicles for your drank.

Lovey dovey. A punny shirt at Victoria’s Secret Pink and proof that pink isn’t just for Valentine’s Day.

Hang it up. Mobile cards at stationery store The Hach and mobile hearts for your living room.

Get comfy. Make like your best friend and curl up on a floor cushion or with a cozy old blanket.

Chau down. A snapshot from Chau Veggie Express (which I covered here) and the cover of the cutest book ever.

P.S. There are more photos where these came from so follow Kelsey Dundon on Instagram and add The Anthology on Facebook.

February 6, 2013 by

Home | I’m sweet on you, honey

How many baby and bridal showers are you going to in the next few months? A million, right? While I’m not suggesting you go off-registry (perish the thought!) I do love this gift package, a collaboration between two of my favourite Vancouver-based artisans:The Loving Spoon, which engraves custom messages into antique silverware (I first wrote about them here) and Mellifera Bees, which makes local honey infused with vanilla, lemon or cardamom. They make great thank-you gifts, too. In fact, the ones pictured are part of a gift I just got for a client.

Speaking of lovely things, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. So what would you engrave on your spoon — I’m sweet on you? Hey there, sugar? Something much naughtier?

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January 29, 2013 by

Bookmark | Dree Harper on Pinterest

In The Anthology’s Bookmark column we explore some of the most inspiring places on the wild, wild web.

It’s always a joy to find a pinner winner. And Dree Harper is exactly that.

Not only does the Refinery29 contributor and stylist keep tabs on her favourite pinners of the day, but her pin boards are filled with bright, beautiful, sometimes eccentric picks.

In fact, it’s enough to make you want more of her aesthetic and it turns out she blogs, just not that often.

If you’re obsessed with Pinterest like I’m obsessed with Pinterest then you’ll love her pins. So bookmark Dree Harper on Pinterest already and bookmark The Anthology while you’re at it.

[Images from Pinterest.com/DreeHarper]

January 27, 2013 by

Pinstagram | Lions, dinos and wolves

The Anthology’s Pinstagram column marries the dream (Pinterest) and the reality (Instagram).

Lions and dinos. The Lions Gate Bridge, which takes you from downtown Vancouver to the north shore mountains, is old by this city’s standards, but new compared to a prehistoric roadtripper.

We call it “snewing”. Snowshowing beats hanging out in the rainy city, unless of course you’re hanging out in the city decked out in winterwear that looks anything but.

Neck and neck. I keep a crystal close to my heart in a pouch by Vancouver’s Ora bags, just like I’d keep this necklace by Mawi close to my heart if it were mine.

Pretty Walrus. Vancouver’s Walrus Home never fails gift-wise, just like a pony T cinched with a bow never fails girliness-wise.

Wildebeasts. My wild beasts aren’t nearly as fierce as a real wild beast. Not even in the Tyra Banks sense of the word.

Change of pace. I kicked off my lectures at Simon Fraser University’s Digital Communications Program this week, which means I’m already thinking of a palm tree-riffic spring break.

Beet it. The vegan chocolate cake at Heirloom Vegetarian is a) surprisingly delicious and b) decorated with beets, just like this home is outfitted with beet-red decor.

P.S. There are more photos where these came from so follow Kelsey Dundon on Instagram and add The Anthology on Facebook.

January 16, 2013 by

Bookmark | Oh Joy!

In The Anthology’s Bookmark column we explore some of the most inspiring places on the wild, wild web.

Next week marks the launch of Simon Fraser University Continuing Studies’ Digital Communications Program, one I developed alongside some of my favourite geeky peeps Jon Becker and Liv Hung. I’m going to be lecturing at a few of the courses (oh you lucky students). On what, you ask? Well, blogging, among other things.

One of the books I’m encouraging my students to read is Blog, Inc. by LA-based designer Joy Cho.

Which brings me to The Anthology’s latest Bookmark: the author’s blog Oh Joy! 

Oh Joy! is part personal diary, part collection of beautiful things. And it brings me great…happiness (you thought I was going to say joy, didn’t you?).

So bookmark Oh Joy! already and bookmark The Anthology while you’re at it.

[Images from Oh Joy!]

January 11, 2013 by

Home | DIY Paillette-covered Favour Boxes

My dinner guests are lucky if I don’t make them set the table themselves. But some of you are far more organized. And crafty.

So for all you hostesses with the mostesses, my friend Maxine of Tulle Box Designs shares a DIY so simple even I could D it. Inspired by paillette-adorned clutches, these favour boxes will make your guests feel loved, whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner party, New Year’s soiree or fêting a January baby.

They couldn’t be easier to make: place round gold label stickers (available at just about any office store) onto your favour box of choice, fill with something delicious, and voilà!

Now let’s see that one more time in slow motion:

Brilliant. And brilliantly simple! And you know what? They’d work wonders for a winter wedding too.

I’d still like your help setting the table though.

Want to D more Y? There are tons of ideas on Tulle Box Design’s site.

[Photos supplied by Tulle Box]

December 21, 2012 by

Pinstagram | Patterns, Pinks and Prep

The Anthology’s Pinstagram column marries the dream (Pinterest) and the reality (Instagram).

Seeing patterns. A casual look comprised of a Gap shirt, vintage bag and shoes Structured 65 c/o Ecco + a pretty entryway (those things need more love).

I’m lovin it. With hosts Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot at the Love It or List It Vancouver launch + a home that, if it were mine, I would never, ever list.

Bursts of colour. Candy-coloured Native Shoes for the wee ones and big ones + a colourful kitchen carpet.

Sand and paint. Gastown’s Union Wood Co. + a painting in all the colours of love.

Shirting the issue. Men’s shirts by Minimum (launching in Canada spring 2013) + a little pastel prep.

Golden oldies. The classic apple cider is reinvented with whipped cream and caramel at Bel Cafe + a vintage YSL necklace.

Eye of the mini tiger. My fluffy beast Estelle Getty + another cat-eyed beauty (whose newest movie baffles and amazes me).

Pretty in… Making macarons at Simply French, such a wholesome stagette activity (congratulations, Kara!) + the most rock ‘n roll pink outfit I I’ve ever seen.

Auditoriums and aquariums. A lecture hall early in the morning before a talk I gave at Simon Fraser University’s Continuing Studies + a school of jellyfish.

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December 19, 2012 by