Author Archives: Stevie

The Bookshop Band, A Monster Calls

A Monster Calls was one of my favourite books of 2012 and this song by the Bookshop Band, For An Ending, inspired by Patrick Ness’ book is simply put, perfect.

If you haven’t done so already, I urge you to read the book x

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Local Natives, Colombia

Local Natives performed at Scala last night and absolutely blew me away. I’ve seen them a couple of times before but not with the new album Hummingbird, as much as I love the upbeat tracks of Gorilla Manor, tracks like Colombia were the highlight of the gig for me. It’s such a beautiful song! Enjoy

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Paperman, Disney

This animation just made my weekend. Enjoy!

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Ane Brun, Do You Remember

I just heard Ane Brun’s beautiful track on a mixtape and had to stop it and listen again, several times, it’s so blooming good. Enjoy! x

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Oliver Jeffers, Picture Book Maker

Here’s a delightful video of my all time favourite Illustrator/Author Oliver Jeffers on how he makes such lovely books:

Courtesy of Vimeo and the man himself! Lush x

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Paper Fashion Calendar

Just came across this beauty of  a calendar by Paper Fashion – I think October’s my favourite, the falling leaves and knitwear sum up everything I love about autumn, which is yours?!

 

Paper Fashion

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London Calling

Happy New Year everyone.

It’s a week of reunions for me so I’m busy reminding people how great London is. And it really is great so I’m quite happy to do so! We’re off to see the Barbican’s Rain Room in a bizzle, fingers crossed the queue isn’t too long!

London Embankment - Winter

 

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My Advent Countdown

The Christmas countdown is almost over so I thought I’d share with you how my household has been counting down to Christmas day this year. Thanks to Jordan of Oh Happy Day for the inspiration! Each envelope contains challenges and chocolates.

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