Hi everyone! I hope that you enjoyed the weekend. We did a little bit of exploring our neighbourhood, checked out a new (to us) cafe, and did a LOT of work around the apartment. I am happy to report that my office space is almost fully functioning, and that we now have shelves (photos to come soon)!

The leaves have already been changing colour, and I snapped a photo of a particularly firey tree this morning while walking Rudie. I'm embracing all things pumpkin + apple + spiced + autumn hued, and enjoying curling up under covers as we enjoy watching the first season change together in MA.

So in honour of all things autumn, I've decided to share a few links that scream October leaves.

1) AUTUMN-INSPIRERD PRINTS FROM ETSY

This print from Etui, on Etsy is super cute. I love the palette. I want to live in a burgundy + olive + rust + ocher coloured world all year long.

2) (CANADIAN) THANKSGIVING TABLESCAPES

My parents are visiting us in Boston this coming weekend, and I'm hosting my first (Canadian) Thanksgiving! How pretty is this tablescape from Glitter Guide? I am fighting the urge to gild everything (and failing). My whole apartment will be gold by the end of the season...

3) BANANA BREAD (WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS + COCONUT + RUM)

Freshly baked, home made treats definitely remind me of autumn. Memories of baking apple crisp with my dad (with apples from my grandfather's trees) when I was little, come to mind.

Unfortunately for my autumn baking - right now, I have an abundance of bananas in my kitchen thanks to a mix-up when I ordered my groceries online. So what do you do when life gives you an excess of bananas you ask? Why make banana bread of course! I've been searching for the perfect recipe. This one from Tattooed Martha looks absolutely delicious (and it has rum + coconut - yummy)!

4) PUMPKIN DIY'S

This Copper Striped Pumpkin DIY from Homey Oh My, may be super simple, but certainly doesn't lack flair! I love love love the look of white pumpkins/gourds, especially when paired with metallics and lovely autumn hues. I so wish that I had a doorstep to decorate this time of year. BUT, for now, I will have to stick with decorating my window sill, and making pretty table centrepieces.

5) AUTUMN TO DO LIST

5) Do you have a list for what you would like to accomplish this fall? I have some traditions that I usually partake in like, a trip to the farm in a neighbouring small town on Thanksgiving weekend to buy pumpkins + pie, pumpkin carving at my parents' place, celebrating Pedro's birthday by dressing up and attending our friends' Halloween party... But, because we are so far away from home (and all those traditions), it's time to make some new ones.

Gala Darling posted this list on her site with lots of ideas for activities to complete this season!

I keep walking by this tree in my neighbourhood, and think it's the prettiest. I took the above photo with my phone this morning while walking my pup - so hey, already completed one!

Until next time,

Alex

Good morning! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Thought I would share some of my favourite links from the past few days to liven up your Monday!

1) Sanna Mander Illustration

I'm loving Finnish illustrator, Sanna Mander's work. Playful, bright, and retro-inspired - they are super fun, no? Plus I'm a sucker for cute glasses and pink hair!

http://www.agentpekka.com/work/the-times-1/

2) How to Create a Yoga Space in Your Home

We are going to set up a small yoga + meditation space in our apartment, so I've been searching for some inspiration! Don't these practice spaces look amazing? Perfect for finding some peace and flowing through asana. Check out some tips for setting up your own yoga haven.

http://blog.freepeople.com/2012/09/creating-yoga-space-home-howto/

3) Pistachio Chai Muffins

Don't these muffins look delicious? I've been looking for healthy + tasty breakfast options that can be eaten on the go, because mornings can be a bit of a rush around our house. And it's never a good idea to skip breakfast (Pedro gets grumpy)! Paired with an americano, these pistachio chai muffins are sure to add the perfect spicy kick to those crisp fall mornings. I'm definitely going to whip up a batch later today.

http://www.anediblemosaic.com/?p=12149

4) Typography Wall Art

Giant removable type wall art from Paper n' Stitch? Yes please. Focused on creating inspiring spaces this week (without putting too many holes in my walls). Have had this one in the back of my head for awhile, so maybe this is the week I finally put it into action. I'm thinking either above my desk like in the photo, or maybe a different word on the big empty wall in our bedroom! Hmm...

http://www.papernstitchblog.com/2013/04/29/make-this-typography-wall-art/

5) City of Neighbourhoods / Tuck Shop Trading Co.

Boston's neighbourhoods aren't available, but how great are these toques by City of Neighbourhoods? This Toronto based brand makes hats, shirts, and sweaters so you can represent your favourite 'hoods wherever you are. The Junction one is sure on my list! They are expanding (Montreal, Ottawa, LA + NYC were added this fall) so maybe it won't be too long until I can pick up some Brighton gear as well!

*Photo from North Standard Trading Post

http://www.tuckshopco.com/collections/city-of-neighbourhoods/Toronto

Enjoy your Monday friends! I'm off to join the local gym while I wait for my groceries to be delivered (I love you online grocery shopping)! Hopefully I don't pass out in the middle of my run, it's been awhile.. haha..

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Until next time,

Alex