chebeague

Exiled (in part) by Edna St. Vincent Millay

Searching my heart for its true sorrow,
This is the thing I find to be:
That I am weary of words and people,
Sick of the city, wanting the sea;

Wanting the sticky, salty sweetness
Of the strong wind and shattered spray;
Wanting the loud sound and the soft sound
Of the big surf that breaks all day.

Always before about my dooryard,
Marking the reach of the winter sea,
Rooted in sand and dragging drift-wood,
Straggled the purple wild sweet-pea;

Kindest thanks, Chebeague Orchard Inn for a magical escape.

lazy days of summer

Periwinklebloom is happy to offer our newest bloomers, created with care in a small edition of reclaimed vintage mangle cloths, handsewn in the US. Softly washed with age, these flouncy blooms gently tie at the waist and perfectly capture lazy days ahead. Simple, kind and lovely little ‘hand-me-downs’. More cozy organic wares on sale in the shop.

its a big world after all

An enchanting gift came my way from my dear friend, Sharon. The lovely little world of Erin Tyner offers a magical worm's eye view recalling Gulliver, Jack, Alice and the like. Her little people take on the monumental and delight my day. A gentle reminder of our big big world.

Happy Birthday

Organic cotton pillows from the gorgeous hand-crafted collection of Alabama Chanin (do see her dreamy summer 'living' pieces!), made in the USA, supporting local artisans.

"This land was made for you and me." ~Woody Guthrie

mmmm

Paulette's authentic haute patisserie française macarons...need I say more.

fabulous indeed

Enchanting garland, dancing in the shades of sun. Sophie Cuvelier captures light, hue and breeze in her delicate strands. The opening video whispers sweet summer. Enjoy...another long weekend here.

'A life without love is like a year without summer.' ~Swedish proverb

promise to write

sweetbeets
reverie daydream
simple song

jess' girls

Delightful dolls handmade by Jess Brown. Reminiscent of vintage rag dolls but absolutely exquisite, draped in reclaimed tapestry, silk and cashmere remnants. Carefully brought to life with each stitch and tea-stained tone, dolls to be treasured and well worth handing down. A recent write-up in the very clever 'small magazine' shares her collaboration with the ever-enchanting 'wovenplay'. A whimsical blend of lush textiles into prima ballerinas celebrating natural processes, vintage style and loads of imagination. An addition to my wish-list for sure, Jess' girls exude endless charm and beg us back into childhood.

click to enlarge the lovely details. periwinklebloom remnants soon to adorn a few of her creations. i'm thrilled!

skipping stones

Ran across these fantastic fairytale-sized stones and droplets, magically bringing the outdoors in. French designer, Smarin, discovered via the lovely blog 'the notebook in my bag'. Stephanie Marin's work beautifully blends texture and space, man and nature into a comforting whimsical habitat. I can imagine melting atop these massive felt stones, soaking softly into a glowing drop or skimming between slivers of shadow. An ethereal environment no doubt; peaceful, contemporary and flexible form. A grown-up version of the timeless treasures found on hikes and summertime strolls.

refinement

In need of pretty things this week. Lovely vintage prints and pieces from 'trampoline' found via 'one perfect thing'. This space is charming and offers a daily delight (although taking a summer hiatus to garden). What a clever idea for displaying prints and photos on a well-worn clip board. Enjoy the beautiful botanicals...taking another long weekend here.

Simplicity of life, even the barest, is not a misery, but the very foundation of refinement; a sanded floor and whitewashed walls and the green trees, and flowery meads, and living waters outside. ~William Morris