In Summary: Household chore motivation, a peek into my IG saved folder, and a tiny home suburb

Anyone else feel like they used up an exorbitant amount of energy just surviving the first month of this year?

S A M E. This month I found inspiration in the strangest of places, so here’s a roundup of some really beautiful stuff on the internet that got me through the beginning of 2021.

Things to make household chores a little brighter.

Since we’re spending so much time inside, might as well find as many things to *~spark joy~* as possible. For example:

→ Will banana bread make a comeback? If you’re looking channel your emotions into a different baked good this time around, the sweetie pie pan from Great Jones is the perfect vessel. I’m predicting this Matisse blue nude cut out inspired colour to be big this year.

→ This Swedish designed beech “table brush” from June Home Supply. It’s like a tiny broom for your above-the-floor surfaces.

→ All the funky-ass living vinegars from Acid League, along with their recipes and journal that have both definitely pulled me out of my cooking slump.

→ Does this qualify as a house dress? 10/10 would wear while vacuuming (would also settle for this).

Going back through my IG saved folder/camera roll.

I find SO much inspiration for work (and life) by looking back through things that have stopped me mid-scroll in the past. From left to right: moldy fruit but make it beautiful (Kathleen Ryan), this insane fibre art/stair goals, Ronan Bouroullec, and last but not least THESE.

If you’re noticing a pattern here, it’s because I think that this year’s home decor/design/fashion trends will lean toward colour rather than the neutral palettes we saw a lot of in 2020. You’ll see!

Tiny home communities.

This is nowhere close to new information, but I’ve always been fascinated by tiny homes. This ‘suburb’ in Tampa, Florida, is a collective of residences starting at $1000 a month, with a focus on minimalist living and sustainability. They’re heavily focused on community, with shared recreational space (which might not be the most social distancing friendly aspect right now), but I think the concept of living with less is a mindset that we - and the planet - can all benefit from.