Sunday, May 18, 2008

New Treats in the Stood





I usually hate going to the hardware store. It feels cold and manly and confusing. Except this last time I went and found supplies to make glorious treats! A little bit of spackle, a small dab of caulk, and a couple of squeezes of wood glue later, you got yourself some tasty looking suckers and fine scoops of gelati! Don't they look yummy?!

Thursday, May 8, 2008

The French Are So Inspiring!


I can't help but love Sofia Coppola's take on Marie Antoinette. The movie is so delicious and every scene is a treat for the eyes. I am attracted to the feathers, shoes, wigs, gowns, make-up, and of course confectionaries in the film. The stacks of cakes and cookies are absolutely gorgeous. And how perfect that this noted Queen surrounded herself with with the most beautiful sweets France had to offer. Maybe she did this in real life, maybe not, but the point is she had comfort in pretty things. And who can blame her? This particular movie gets me excited about things that are fluffy and pink and pastel and french and for that, I thank you Miss Coppola.

I should also note that I have an obsession with all things French at the moment. I think the language is beautiful, the eatery delicate, and the macaroons delightful. I have taken it upon myself to learn the language as I am working in the studio. I have decided that France is a point of interest after graduate school, whether it be a small inspiring holiday, an artist residency perhaps, or something else- I don't know. But one thing is for sure, I must see Versailles.