Knittin'

I'm in the middle of knitting one of these mittens but am having trouble with the pattern. I have tried to interpret the instructions a hundred didfferent ways but am totally stuck. Any knitters who might be able to help please contact me.

My Blueberry Nights

This film is insanely sensual and visually absorbing. It's a little flat but I was so into the look I didn't mind.

Back to School

Back to school tomorrow for my final year, after which begins real life.
(Screen cap: the beautiful film Innocence)

Permanent Vacation

Elaine Dress by Permanent Vacation.

Snug

Rowan Helsinki Scarf.

Socks

My brother said 'September doesn't mess around.' He was right; autumn has nipped in. Last night I slept in a pair of red ribbed thigh-high socks my mama has had since I was born. These are some great sock and legging related looks (from top: Stylemob, Gap Tights, The Sartorialist (2), and Rowan pattern book.)

Leesa Leva

I just came across this sketch on her website which I love.

Blood Orange Thing

Isn't this a great scarf? From Etsy seller Blood Orange Thing. I went to her recently set up blog which I predict is going to be a very inspirational place. She has some nice things to say about organic and sustainable farming and cloth production.

Pola

Beautiful images from +Maco+'s photostream. The yellow petal I think would be a wonderful textile print. So lovely to see ordinary flowers and sky in a way you haven't seen before.

goodness

I just ordered this book! Very excited. Just the pictures will be inspirational if I can't figure out the patterns. Now I just need to find a good fabric store to get kitted out. Suggestions welcome!

Weaved tape

'weaved tape' necklace by wear-and-tear, here.
Now I'm off to watch some Project Runway.

mine

Mine by Katherine Pont. A/W 2008 is delightfully called 'Elsie moved in circles.'

Winter's comin'

The perfect coat by Heidi Merrick.

Free People

Good old Urban Outfitters.

Prairie Underground

Today: excitement and bewilderment at lots of project ideas and not enough time.
Look at the detailing on this Prairie Underground dress.

Nicole Bridger Designs

Nicole Bridger Designs are just what I like: wearable, fun and quirky. I'm happy to see that they use eco-friendly fabric and lots of silk/modal blends which makes the softest jersey. I recently bought a micromodal top I never want to take off. I also like that the S/S 2008 model is curvy and quite lusciou looking. See more here.

Rose & Co.

I just spent three lovely days in Leeds, being driven around by E, and became aware of an annoying tendency to repeat aloud every shop, street, vehicle and town name. Follifoot, I say, Freedom Divers, Horsforth, Farmers With A Difference. Sorry E!
Rose & Co. is a must-visit on my trips to Leeds.

Buttons

If you are ever in Harrogate be sure to visit Duttons for Buttons. Floor to ceiling buttons in every shape, size and colour. The shop assistants were lovely too.

Brigid Catiis

Today: wishing I had somebody's arms around my waist.
Gorgeous clothes by Brigid Catiis using recycled fabric. Her new collection is on her website.

Sweet sweet summer

This might be old, and we might never have the weather for such outfits here, but I love it. (via The Sartorialist)

Pleated Linen

Gorgeous pleated linen tunic by Mark Lebihan, on sale here. If I weren't saving up for next semester I would buy it.

Sodafine

A lovely looking eco-conscious boutique based in Brooklyn. I really like the Purldrop line by owner Erin - I never thought crocheted jewellery could be wearably chic but hers is!

Moseley Folk

A and I worked the Moseley folk festival which was: grass springing up from beneath people's shoes, sweet dancing children, sun sun sun then unfortunately rain, sitting comfortable under the canopy of a majestic old tree, handmade fudge, and wonderful music from Morcheeba, The Bees, Jose Gonzales, Rachel Unthank and the Winterset, The Destroyers, Son of Neal and Adrian, Scott Matthews.