31 December 2010
30 December 2010
pantone's color for 2011
A Color for All Seasons
Courageous. Confident. Vital. A brave new color, for a brave new world. Let the bold spirit of Honeysuckle infuse you, lift you and carry you through the year. It’s a color for every day – with nothing “everyday” about it.
Courageous. Confident. Vital. A brave new color, for a brave new world. Let the bold spirit of Honeysuckle infuse you, lift you and carry you through the year. It’s a color for every day – with nothing “everyday” about it.
And I would add: a little goes a long way!
From the Pantone website: Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor. A dynamic reddish pink, Honeysuckle is encouraging and uplifting. It elevates our psyche beyond escape, instilling the confidence, courage and spirit to meet the exhaustive challenges that have become part of everyday life.
Add a lively flair to interior spaces with Honeysuckle patterned pillows, bedspreads, small appliances and tabletop accessories. Looking for an inexpensive way to perk up your home? Paint a wall in Honeysuckle for a dynamic burst of energy in the family room, kitchen or hallway.
And then there's the Visa card. Let your purchases say who you are - really? Go here to apply for one.
PANTONE 14-0941 Beeswax Warm, Optimistic, Enlightened
PANTONE 18-2120 Honeysuckle Vibrant, Energetic, Captivating
PANTONE 16-1452 Firecracker Cheerful, Dynamic, Tuned In
PANTONE 15-3817 Lavender Insightful, Intuitive, Spiritual
PANTONE 18-4039 Regatta Trustworthy, Cool, Confident
25 December 2010
22 December 2010
silvertip fir
SILVERTIP FIR (RED FIR - CALIFORNIA RED FIR) -- Abies magnifica
The California Red Fir, commonly referred to as a "Silvertip", are trees native to the high mountains of northern California and southern Oregon. The Silvertip is famous for its open, layered appearance and the silvery - green color of the tips of the tree. If you hear someone talking about an old fashion Christmas tree, they are more than likely talking about the Silvertip.
The California Red Fir, commonly referred to as a "Silvertip", are trees native to the high mountains of northern California and southern Oregon. The Silvertip is famous for its open, layered appearance and the silvery - green color of the tips of the tree. If you hear someone talking about an old fashion Christmas tree, they are more than likely talking about the Silvertip.I had seen these trees at parties but never at a Christmas tree lot to purchase. But I found a lot in Woodland Hills that carries them. It's probably the most beautiful and most unique tree I've ever had.
20 December 2010
winter solstice
The 2010 winter solstice will occur on Tuesday December 21, at 6:38 pm GMT.
The winter solstice occurs exactly when the Earth's axial tilt is farthest away from the sun at its maximum of 23° 26'. Though the winter solstice lasts only a moment in time, the term is also a turning point to midwinter or the first day of winter to refer to the day on which it occurs. More evident to those in high latitudes, this occurs on the shortest day, and longest night, and the sun's daily maximum position in the sky is the lowest. The seasonal significance of the winter solstice is in the reversal of the gradual lengthening of nights and shortening of days. Depending on the shift of the calendar, the winter solstice occurs on December 21 or 22 each year in the Northern Hemisphere, and June 20 or 21 in the Southern Hemisphere.
The winter solstice occurs exactly when the Earth's axial tilt is farthest away from the sun at its maximum of 23° 26'. Though the winter solstice lasts only a moment in time, the term is also a turning point to midwinter or the first day of winter to refer to the day on which it occurs. More evident to those in high latitudes, this occurs on the shortest day, and longest night, and the sun's daily maximum position in the sky is the lowest. The seasonal significance of the winter solstice is in the reversal of the gradual lengthening of nights and shortening of days. Depending on the shift of the calendar, the winter solstice occurs on December 21 or 22 each year in the Northern Hemisphere, and June 20 or 21 in the Southern Hemisphere.
via wikipedia
lunar eclipse
Total lunar eclipse visible Monday night
A total eclipse of the moon will be visible throughout North and Central America from 11:41 p.m. PST Monday until 12:53 a.m. Tuesday, the first such eclipse in almost three years.
Weather permitting, observers will see the moon enter the Earth's inner shadow, or umbra, at 10:33 p.m., with a red-brown shadow creeping across the bright moon. This shadow has a curved edge, a fact that was taken as proof to at least some ancients that the Earth is round. The sky will get darker as the shadow progresses across the moon, and more stars will be visible as sunlight reflected from the moon fades.
The total phase of the eclipse will last 72 minutes, then the moon will begin to emerge from the umbra, coming totally out of the inner shadow at 2:01 a.m.
The moon will be shadowed by the Earth starting late Monday and into Tuesday morning, the first such eclipse in nearly three years. The event can be seen from anywhere in North America.
A total eclipse of the moon will be visible throughout North and Central America from 11:41 p.m. PST Monday until 12:53 a.m. Tuesday, the first such eclipse in almost three years.Weather permitting, observers will see the moon enter the Earth's inner shadow, or umbra, at 10:33 p.m., with a red-brown shadow creeping across the bright moon. This shadow has a curved edge, a fact that was taken as proof to at least some ancients that the Earth is round. The sky will get darker as the shadow progresses across the moon, and more stars will be visible as sunlight reflected from the moon fades.
The total phase of the eclipse will last 72 minutes, then the moon will begin to emerge from the umbra, coming totally out of the inner shadow at 2:01 a.m.
Read more here.
16 December 2010
a plethora of on-line mags
Who knew that there were so many on-line shelter magazines. And it turns out there's a contest brewing to see which one is liked the most.
I've checked them all out and some are definitely better than others. I'll let you decide which ones you like: Nesting Newbies, Lonny, Ivy & Piper, Sweet Paul, Rue, or Pure Green?
I've checked them all out and some are definitely better than others. I'll let you decide which ones you like: Nesting Newbies, Lonny, Ivy & Piper, Sweet Paul, Rue, or Pure Green?
15 December 2010
mid century gingerbread
A fantastical candyland with gingerbread walls, coconut shag rugs, and fondant Eames chairs. This pad not only satisfies the monthly cravings, darlings, but it does so with mid-century flair.
From the chocolate wafer Jackson Pollack to the candied Noguchi table, every inch is totally edible.
A craveable and crafty case study worthy of worship.
via trendhunter
life in topanga
Mapping America, Block by Block
Browse local data from the Census Bureau’s community survey, based on samples from 2005 to 2009.
Here's the 2010 Census payoff. This is an interactive map published in today's NY Times. Type in your zip code and you can find out the ethnic make-up of your community.
There's no surprises for Topanga:
87% White
2% Black
5% Hispanic
2% Asian
3% other
Browse local data from the Census Bureau’s community survey, based on samples from 2005 to 2009.
Here's the 2010 Census payoff. This is an interactive map published in today's NY Times. Type in your zip code and you can find out the ethnic make-up of your community.There's no surprises for Topanga:
87% White
2% Black
5% Hispanic
2% Asian
3% other
13 December 2010
meteor shower tonight
Geminid 2010 To Peak December 13th and 14th
Stargazers are in for a treat tonight as the annual Geminid meteor shower is set to peak in the early hours of December 14, 2010. According to The AP, astronomers predict that it will be the best meteor shower of the year, with over 100 blazing meteors streaking through the sky each hour.
While the entire shower should be somewhat visible between December 12 and December 16, the best time to watch is between midnight tonight and sunset tomorrow morning, with ideal visibility in the Northern Hemisphere.
The meteors will appear to fall from the Gemini constellation, thus the reason for its name, so face northeast to witness the spectacle.
According to National Geographic, Geminid is the only annual meteor shower though to come from an asteroid-like object, known as 3200 Phaethon, a three-mile-wide space rock discovered by a NASA satellite in 1983.
richard holbrooke : good night
Mr. Holbrooke was hospitalized on Friday afternoon after becoming ill while meeting with Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton in her Washington office. Doctors found a tear to his aorta, and he underwent a 21-hour operation. Mr. Holbrooke had additional surgery on Sunday and remained in very critical condition until his death. He died Monday evening in Washington at age 69.
Read more here.
09 December 2010
great practical gifts on the web
Who needs to go to the mall and face the hoards. Here's a couple web sites that allow you to shop from the comfort of your own home, in your pajamas!
These are their gift baskets but you can buy everything individually as well, along with many other things.via remodelista
Kaufmann Mercantile
Image above: 1. Tartan throw, $78; 2. Beeswax Finish, $19; 3. Canvas Tote, $95; 4. Handmade Beeswax Candles, $5.95; 5. Wooden Refillable Pencil, $39.90; 6. Market and Fruit Picking Pack, $102; 7. Claw Hammer, $36; 8. Snowshoes, $316; 9. Coffee Maker, $65.90; 10. Pine Cones Stamp, $5.75 (Not from KM, but it felt like a perfect fit for the look); 11. Leather Eyeglass Case, $70
Image above: 1. Shampoo Bar, $4.60; 2. Measuring Cup, $10.60; 3. Rust Eraser, $12.20; 4. Stronghold Denim Apron, $118; 5. Fountain Pen Ink, $8.60; 6. Postalco Notebook, $12
Image above: 1. Tartan throw, $78; 2. Beeswax Finish, $19; 3. Canvas Tote, $95; 4. Handmade Beeswax Candles, $5.95; 5. Wooden Refillable Pencil, $39.90; 6. Market and Fruit Picking Pack, $102; 7. Claw Hammer, $36; 8. Snowshoes, $316; 9. Coffee Maker, $65.90; 10. Pine Cones Stamp, $5.75 (Not from KM, but it felt like a perfect fit for the look); 11. Leather Eyeglass Case, $70
Image above: 1. Shampoo Bar, $4.60; 2. Measuring Cup, $10.60; 3. Rust Eraser, $12.20; 4. Stronghold Denim Apron, $118; 5. Fountain Pen Ink, $8.60; 6. Postalco Notebook, $12via design sponge
08 December 2010
07 December 2010
elizabeth edwards : good night
Elizabeth Edwards dies of cancer at 61. Read more here.Ring the bells that still can ring
Forget your perfect offering
There is a crack in everything
That's how the light gets in.
- Leonard Cohen "Anthem"
as quoted in Elizabeth Edward's book "Resilience"
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