Baking Style Edition: Some Serious Cinnamon Bread

Back in the spring I bookmarked this recipe from Joy the Baker and when I finally got to making it, it exceeded expectations.  I love cinnamon and this is quite possibly the best cinnamon bread out there. It was tough to find the time to wait for the dough to rise (twice!)  but I will definitely be making it again.  It's a great brunch treat and I think it will be perfect during the holidays so I just had to share.   Click through for the full the recipe for Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread (and Joy's amazing photo tutorial).

Enjoy!

There's Still Time to Pick up a Cape for Fall

Capes have been a huge trend in outerwear for the past couple of winters and this fall they're more widely available than ever.  More cozy and comfy than a coat, but just as stylish,  I think capes are here to stay.   Do you own one yet?   Here are some of my current favorites:

From Left to right, top to bottom:

Paul & Joe Sister Rouge Hooded Cape ($650 at my-wardrobe.com) -I adore this orange color!  I'd pair it with simple basics and let the cape be the star.

Green "Fatigue Finery" Cape (on sale for just $80 at Anthropologie) - This knitted version looks extra comfortable, and it's already on sale!

Grey check Shearling hood Cape ($120 – Dorothy Perkins) - A perfect fall plaid!

Leather Detail Navy Hooded "Takes the Cape" ($160 - ModCloth) - I'm a sucker for leather detailing on  outerwear; it feels very old school equestrian.

Steven Alan Fidelity Sportswear Duffle Cape ($186 at  stevenalan.com) - The buttons are the star of this Steven Alan piece.

J.Crew Knitted Camel Wool Cape ($200 at Net-a-Porter) -  This simple camel cape from J.Crew could go with anything from sequins to boyfriend jeans.

Happy Shopping!

A Super Cute (Baby) Gift Idea: Customized Blankets

On a recent hunt for a baby gift and I stumbled upon Butterscotch Blankees and I had to share. I think these customized blankets make great gifts for new babies AND adults.   They offer a full range of colors, so you can choose a classic baby blue or,  something more sophisticated that might work on adult bed:

At just $52 for the "Stroller size" custom blanket seems like a totally reasonable gift.   It took me forever to knit a baby blanket a couple of years ago. And, while I think something handmade is more special,  there is just not time in the day to knit one everyone.

I'm also considering this Hermes look-alike for myself. (The fact that my last name starts with an "H" makes me want most Hermes merchandise and this chic blanket is no exception, but almost $3,000 seems a bit excessive for a blanket.)

If you don't have any new babies you're shopping for, maybe think about ordering a custom throw for a unique Christmas gift?

Happy shopping!

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Poured Paint Art by Holton Rower

I recently watched this enchanting video of Horton Power's painting process and I had to share.  They pour layers and layers of colored paint and let gravity build these awesome art installations. Clearly the choice of colors, the amount of paint and speed in which they pour dictates the end result and I love how they create such varied layers of color.   It would be awesome to see these in person, but I think even photos of them could make interesting wall art.

I wonder if it's something I could re-create in a small scale at home. They must take forever to dry.

(All images via DesignBoom)

Black and White Decor Inspiration

I repainted my bedroom last week (pictures coming soon) and I'm currently in the midst of re-painting and upholstering the bed. However, I've been having a tough time finding the perfect fabric. I had a bold colorful pattern in mind, but after searching through multiple fabric stores, I think I'm now leaning towards a black and white fabric.   Now, the decision is whether or not to keep the rest of the room monochromatic or not.  I think it would be really hard for me to stick to a super simple color palette, but I adore the way it turned out in these rooms.  I think the addition of gold or natural wood tones adds the perfect amount of warmth.

Stunning black and white wallpaper and entryway.

 Black, white and gold by Ralph Lauren via Habitually Chic.  

 

Kelly (aka the Glamourai) decorated her entire apartment with just black, white and gold.  

I just can't decide if the simple color palatte would feel timeless, or just get boring...

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