Friday, July 10, 2009

New York, New York

As the days grow colder I think back to winter in New York and wonder why it never felt quite this cold?! New York is such a beautiful city and I wish I could spend a year just discovering the city and its seasons. That said I am an incredibly lucky little bunny and was still able to experience the city blooming into spring and then later blanketed in icy clean snow. It was amazing to walk through central park on different days and see the transformation! These are some of my images from a joint photography exhibition. Ah Bliss...




Just two days later!




Sunday, July 5, 2009

I heart Barbie


Oh... it must be love, love, love.
I love this artist. For little girls grown-up everywhere Margaux Lange is a dream come true. Her 'barbie bits' jewellery ensures we will never grow too old to still play with Barbie.



When I was a little girl I had the most beautiful Barbie. My sister and I had a Barbie and Ken each so we became quite attached to our dolls. Mine was so pretty, she had tiny blue sapphires (I am sure they were real!) for eyes and long blonde hair. The little girl next door had several Barbies and when I thought I was "too old" to still be playing with Barbie, I reluctantly gave her mine. A week later I was checking up on my prized possession only to discover that she had thrown her in the rubbish after a leg fell off. I was heartbroken. I am still heartbroken. So if you ever find a blue crystal-eyed barbie please think of me.
Maybe this is why I love Margaux Lange's jewellery so so much.
The jewellery is colourful, fun and exquisitely made. I love her custom pieces and am continually amazed by her new designs. Who would have thought this simple icon could be expressed in so many creative ways?! Check out her blog " Midges Mind"- its updated regularly. Ooh and you can buy Barbie Bling on Etsy!