One. Irises
It’s almost iris season. My mom and I both loved irises, especially the white and blue Siberian variety (we both had/have them growing in our gardens). After working on sunflower embroidery inspired by Van Gogh’s paintings, I decided to move on to his irises. Coincidentally, it’s a painting that I love using for colour inspo in general. Blue and green is one of my favourite combinations.
Two. Statuary
I have been obsessed with classical statuary for a long time — probably since around the time I went to Paris and visited the Rodin museum (still one of my favourite places). Who can forget my search for a garden statue last year? I am happy that statuary is making something of a comeback in interior design, as it might mean having more options down the line when it all trickles down to the “masses” (since I don’t have access to an antiques dealer or $$$$). Anyway, I recently remembered being absolutely dumbstruck by a detail in Bernini’s Rape of Proserpina statue — Poseidon’s hand on her thigh. It’s almost hard to believe that it’s marble and not actual flesh. So I’ve been looking up photos of it and of some of my other favourite statues, like Canova’s veiled lady.
Three. Witchy rings
Still under a lunar spell at the moment and loving witchy jewelry, like this moonstone ring and the agate witch’s-eye ring here. I am also looking for a large silver moon pendant to add to my collection. And I’m adding other moon touches to my closet and house. Modern day talismans, if you will.
Four. Lily ponds
Another pipe dream, but I love lily ponds and having one of my own would be incredible. I find them so peaceful and contemplative. The closest I’ll come to one these days is working on a waterlily embroidery hoop, but I enjoy mentally designing my own English garden and this is one of the must-have features.
Five. Style vibes
A friend sent me this photo from a fashion magazine editorial. I am obsessed with the colour story and mood. It makes me think of mermaids and water nymphs, and water is, of course, associated with the moon. Plus, blue and green — my favourite colour combo. It all ties together 🙂