cocoandluna

Wedzu

2010-12-29T20:58:00.000-08:00

Beautiful fresh water pearl earrings for your special day via Wedzu seller noir1210.
My friend is extremely talented and I'm so excited that she's starting to sell online.

2010-12-25T13:14:00.000-08:00

2010-12-04T12:54:00.000-08:00

My new keychain from mmmg.
photo credit: mmmg

2010-12-03T16:21:00.000-08:00

While perusing Etsy for ipad sleeves, I came across this one and thought it was perfect for the ipad I don't have!
photo: Pack and Smooch

2010-12-02T10:54:00.000-08:00

I've been obsessed with anything that's salted caramel, like Starbuck's salted caramel hot chocolate. This is one cookie recipe I'm going to attempt... hopefully I won't burn myself.
photo credit: A Cozy Kitchen via Pioneer Woman

2010-12-01T20:16:00.000-08:00

This diy coaster idea by Jessica Jones via Designsponge is on the top of my craft list for a snow day. Thinking of starting a stamp collection of my own!

2010-10-27T14:21:00.000-07:00

This is my dream backyard. A pool house/guest house with an entertaining area.
Oh the possibilities!

2010-10-11T13:10:00.000-07:00

3 New to me food blogs. 3 New recipes I want to attempt.
1. Momofukufor2 - Kimchi bacon deviled eggs.
2. Alamode - Korean Banh mi
3. Une-deuxsenses - Kalbi spring rolls.

2010-10-04T11:25:00.000-07:00

Forgotten pictures of this past summer taken at Millenium Park in front of Crown Fountain.

Urban Belly

2010-10-01T13:15:00.000-07:00

The weather is getting cooler and my stomach is telling me to revisit Urban Belly. Shared the short rib & scallion, lamb & brandy dumplings (not pictured), ramen in pho broth, and the rice noodle dishes. Everything was an explosion of various flavors and agree with Art Smith on his The Best Thing I Ever Ate choice.

Urban Belly (located in a random strip mall)
3053 N. California
Chicago

2010-09-24T12:26:00.000-07:00

Fall is almost here. It's my favorite season, not only because I love wearing jackets and sweaters... but I don't have to deal with my allergies!
I loved everything about this story - especially this cropped photo and the food.
{photo: Marcus Nilsson via Brides}

2010-09-23T18:24:00.000-07:00

This leaf from a tree in the East,
Has been given to my garden.
It reveals a certain secret,
Which pleases me and thoughtful people.

Does it represent One living creature
Which has divided itself?
Or are these Two, which have decided,
That they should be as One?

To reply to such a Question,
I found the right answer:
Do you notice in my songs and verses
That I am One and Two?

~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

2010-09-17T02:19:00.000-07:00

Love the design of the String System by Swedish architect Nils Strinning
Simple and minimal for small spaces with room to grow.
{photo source: String}

Sprinkles Chicago

2010-09-03T13:10:00.000-07:00

Sprinkles Chicago
50 E. Walton St.

2010-08-26T11:25:00.000-07:00

A plethora of Bertoia chairs at Chicago Botanic Garden Cafe.

2010-08-25T21:42:00.000-07:00

Oh so tiny and cute, but not very practical nor comfortable!

2010-08-24T16:41:00.000-07:00

Found this site via Emma's Blog and this couple's home/shop was one of my favorite spaces: Ines Colmorgen + Andre Wyst

2010-08-23T16:46:00.000-07:00

I love Snow & Graham products, especially their wrapping paper. I was so excited to spot this tutorial via how about orange! I just wished I saw this a few months ago for my friend's bridal shower. I still have several different Snow & Graham wrapping papers that I'm definitely going to use sometime in the future.

2010-08-16T19:17:00.000-07:00

love everything from darling clementine.
i love all the props in their product photos, especially the canisters.
photos via darling clementine

2010-08-13T16:34:00.000-07:00

Floriole Bakery
1220 W. Webster
Chicago, IL

2010-08-12T11:44:00.000-07:00

the heat and humidity have been almost unbearable in chicago.
not much of an appetite these days, but i have been indulging in haagen dazs green tea ice cream.
would love a bite of that potato salad. wishing i took more than just two years of french in grade school so that i can read every entry. until i master the french language, i'll just admire the photos.
[images found here: sooishi]

2010-07-29T08:35:00.000-07:00

STUMPTOWN COFFEE
18 W. 29th
NY ACE Hotel

2010-07-28T16:58:00.000-07:00

currently watching past episodes of Mad Men.
my favorite character so far is Peggy Olson.
can't wait to catch up to season 4!

2010-07-23T09:48:00.000-07:00

Be like the flower, turn your face to the sun.
- Kahlil Gibran

2010-07-21T11:05:00.000-07:00

http://www.learnsomethingeveryday.co.uk

2010-07-18T15:22:00.000-07:00

D.C. [Summer '10]

2010-07-13T11:34:00.000-07:00

Saw this place on No Reservations and I can't stop thinking about eating these donuts. If i'm ever in the area, i'm definitely getting the porkey's and black out.
Charming logo created by Cody Haltom of Public School

2010-07-12T19:55:00.000-07:00

This painted DIY headboard is at the top of my list for my first place.
Project found at Style at Home May 2010
Photo by Angus Fergusson

2010-07-08T21:06:00.000-07:00

Brooklyn Bridge [NYC Summer '10]

2010-07-08T16:22:00.000-07:00

image via remodelista
plates by Piero Fornasetti

2010-07-07T19:22:00.000-07:00

fabric birdcage by tamar mogendorff.
love all the vintage details and craftsmanship.

Best Falafel Sandwich Ever!

2010-07-05T17:53:00.000-07:00

Amsterdam Falafel
Light and fluffy falafel with so many condiment choices.
Best yelp recommendation for cheap eats in DC.

2010-07-01T17:40:00.000-07:00

loving this photo from anthropologie
the canned fish and fish measuring cups are quirky
love the saturated colors

2010-06-29T19:43:00.000-07:00

Made these cupcakes and they were really good.
Mine didn't turn out as pretty, but my tummy was happy.

2010-06-28T13:17:00.000-07:00

.Zingerman's Deli [Ann Arbor, MI]

Wow, I've never paid $13 for half of a sandwich + pickle!

Total bill for two half sandwiches + a side of mac n'cheese = $36.

2010-06-24T18:50:00.001-07:00

Praia Piquinia 04/08/07
by Christian Chaize
Happy Summer ^^
photo: 20x200

2010-02-14T16:32:00.000-08:00

happy valentine's day and happy lunar new year (seollal)!
i've been enjoying my day by eating sweets and coffee.
photo: vogue girl korea

2009-12-31T15:52:00.000-08:00

Adieu 2009
looking forward to a new year.
a fresh start. new experiences
photo: confetti system

2009-12-21T17:05:00.000-08:00

i *heart* macarons too! i had my first macaron today. although it wasn't from Paris, it was pretty good and more importantly i liked it a lot! i wish my first taste of an authentic macaron was from Pierre Herme or Laduree, but for now Trader Joe's will do. so, this book by Hisako Ogita is definitely on my wishlist. especially since it says you can whip them up at home by "using ordinary baking equipment and simple ingredients to create myriad flavors of perfection."
photo: chronicle books

2009-12-18T17:16:00.000-08:00

this photo reminds me of an art class i took where we had to create objects using wire. it's actually a lot harder than it seems. i really like these wire pieces from anthropologie. affordable and less work for yourself!

2009-12-16T06:49:00.000-08:00

red velvet cupcakes for my birthday last june.
why doesn't time pass slower...
maybe a trip somewhere will make it better?

2009-12-15T09:10:00.000-08:00

prada transformer. seoul, s.korea
architect: rem koolhaas
photo: oma

2009-12-14T12:04:00.000-08:00

The poor give us much more than we give them. They're such strong people, living day to day with no food. and they never curse, never complain. We don't have to give them pity or sympathy. We have so much to learn from them.
- Mother Teresa

2009-12-11T08:43:00.000-08:00

photo: roboppy via serious eats
that cup of hot chocolate from city bakery is perfect for this frigid weather... nom nom nom ^^

2009-12-10T16:49:00.000-08:00

The Field House

5465 Leary Avenue NW

Seattle, WA 98107

photo: helloblackbird.blogspot.com
would love to stop by if i'm ever in the neighborhood. so many brands i like, and the idea of a pop-up general store is so old fashion but charming.

2009-12-09T10:05:00.000-08:00

i really like this vintage aluminum desk. it folds up into a box and would be perfect for a small space. now if i can somehow come up with $720!
photo: fusion furniture

2009-12-08T19:44:00.000-08:00

photo credit: paper heart.
this was the sweetest story-movie.

2009-10-30T15:58:00.000-07:00

exterior and interior of mmmg cafe.
taken by my sister during monsoon season in July.
it felt like monsoon season all week.
when will it stop raining?

2009-08-11T11:30:00.000-07:00

i loved the movie and didn't expect so many people at the theater on a friday afternoon. i laughed, cried, and left inspired... to follow after my dreams and aspirations. but getting there seems to be the hardest part! i'm looking for the paul child and eric powell in my life. someone who can be: "the bread to my butter :: breath to life"

2009-07-15T12:18:00.000-07:00

i can't wait to see this movie! in theaters august 7th.

2009-07-14T09:24:00.000-07:00

this hot dog print is so cute and funny! you can choose which style dog you want and beethings will customize your print: chicago style for me.
[image: beethings found via designsponge]

2009-07-11T15:00:00.000-07:00

i'm so happy that this painting found a lovely home. anabela of fieldguided is so super sweet. we also seem to have similar tastes since she found a ballerina painting similar to this one, which i found while thrifting. she has a great etsy shop and an equally lovely blog^^

2009-07-08T20:00:00.000-07:00

i think this bunny dresses better than me! i love fifi lapin and her blog entries. this one reminds me of when my sister and i went to NYC and didn't go to the top of the Empire State building b/c of the long line and august heat! what were we thinking? it's a must next time i visit the big apple.
[image: fifi lapin]

2009-07-06T16:07:00.000-07:00

flickr has some of the coolest photostreams. it's interesting to see a different perspective of everyday life for the president and his family. the second photo is so endearing: president Obama is cheering on the little girl for the Easter egg hunt^^

[photo credit: Peter Souza]

2009-07-04T20:26:00.000-07:00

stopped by krispy kreme and got these mini donuts for free! because of the size-i felt a little less guilty eating one...or two...or three^^ happy 4th!

2009-07-03T09:21:00.000-07:00

woah! i love this sprinklesmobile. it's seriously too cute and perfect for any event. but with a $2,000 minimum per event...i'll have to wait until i win the lottery^^
[image credit: sprinkles via simplesong]

2009-07-01T16:15:00.000-07:00

i love this diy project so much! it's perfect for small backyard parties or just for fun... it's definitely going on my long to-do list of summer projects.
[image credit: rifle via once wed]

2009-06-23T19:03:00.000-07:00

recently discovered this blog and i've been drooling over her photos. what better way to start the day with coffee and some form of delicious carbs? i also like her simple lunch and dinner meals and snacks... especially the matcha ice shave w/red beans and mochi! yum.

[images courtesy of aixxx]

2009-06-09T09:49:00.000-07:00

a birthday shoutout for unni. you're the one person in the world who knows me best and somewhat understands me and my crazy ways. hope you have a lovely day!

{image via partyperfect}

2009-06-08T01:54:00.000-07:00

went to julius meinl over the weekend. it's nice going with a group of ladies so you can taste a little of everything! their molten cake was delicious and even had the JM logo on top. why are all mini objects so cute? and why am i still up at 4 in the morning?

2009-06-05T09:28:00.000-07:00

being sick all week is no fun. staying in all week is no fun. not having enough energy to sit in front of the computer is no fun. not eating anything all week is no fun. but feeling better after five days in bed is good^^ now, that i've got my tastebuds back i'm craving sweets! wishing pierre herme's shop was closer to me. i've been admiring his extremely small yet efficient kitchen. have a lovely weekend!

{images via the selby}

2009-05-20T16:18:00.000-07:00

wishing i was in second grade again... my favorite school year of all time! loved my teacher. had my first crush. got my first bee sting. good times. life seems so complicated as i get older. more responsibilities. more worries. more fears. more disappointments. and then there are the little joys that pop up here and there. family. friends. new experiences. accomplishments. learning to take one step forward daily. c'est la vie!
{image: jcrew crewcuts}

vintage wallpaper

2009-05-14T12:29:00.000-07:00

in junior high my family lived in a home filled with floor to ceiling 70's wallpaper. some of it was loud and metallic and other rooms were filled with florals. i still love wallpaper and buy occasion single rolls hoping to do something with it one day! i really love this etsy site and everything in her shop. not only would a vintage wallpaper lampshade be so lovely, but a lunch bag to carry everyday would be even better^^

{image via drawflowers}

2009-05-08T09:54:00.000-07:00

i love this poster: the cyclist print by blanca gomez. i love her work. simple with bold colors. i want one of everything in her etsy shop: pocket mirros, prints, moleskine notebook and much more! she's featured as a sneak peek on designsponge today.
{purchase poster at blancucha}

2009-05-05T08:27:00.000-07:00

i remember learning how to ride a bicycle with extra wheels in the back for support with my dad. he would grab my seat while i pedaled and then when he felt like i was getting the hang of it... he'd let go and i'd be so scared! i would be riding by myself for some time until i realized i didn't know how to stop! i saw this bicycle via target and really really like it. if i lived in a bicycle friendly neighborhood, i would definitely think about investing in it. i imagine myself riding to the local market, coffee shop, post office, etc.
{image via target}

2009-05-01T16:29:00.000-07:00

i've recently seen great invitation ideas incorporating magnifying glasses. however, i really like this korean version via yourboyhood. happy friday!

{images via yourboyhood}

2009-04-29T20:13:00.000-07:00

the selby. love this site. stayed up really late one night admiring...envying all of the different homes/work spaces of amazingly creative people and reading each handwritten interview. but this couple: bill gentle & fanny bostrom was my fave! love their style & their pets are too cute.
{photo credits: the selby}

2009-04-28T14:48:00.000-07:00

i love "eye shopping" on three potato four's online shop. i pretty much love everything on their site. but i really like this "Manhattan" poster in collaboration with jim datz. perfect combination of colors, shapes, and type. hoping they come out with a chicago edition!
{image courtesy of threepotatofour}

2009-04-27T00:05:00.000-07:00

nautical inspired clothing & accessories never seem to go out of style. above: a recent thrift find which i'm really excited to start using. i love anything with anchors!

2009-04-23T02:06:00.000-07:00

i recently checked out goop and really like it. it's simple and straight forward and covers a little of everything i'm interested in. every season i buy a nautical striped shirt and never wear it for whatever reason. so far i haven't seen anything i like in my price range... i like this slightly slouchy, oversized version by St. James on gwyneth paltrow (what doesn't she look pulled together in) but i'm not sure how it would look on me?
{image courtesy of goop}

2009-04-22T13:08:00.000-07:00

it's sunny and warmer today. can we say spring is officially here, b/c it'll be summer soon! liking bold and saturated colors lately. and wondering how it's already nearing the end of april... where did all the time go?
{photo courtesy of O-check}

Seasonal Tote

2009-04-21T18:53:00.000-07:00

i'm loving the contrasting colors on this seasonal tote by Anya Hindmarch. perfectly functional for anything and pretty enough to carry throughout the summer.

{photo courtesy of anya hindmarch}

2009-04-17T00:52:00.000-07:00

soon in the shop. this is the cheeriest vintage jacket. it looks like something from j.crew. i've had it in the closet for a while, b/c i don't want to let it go! but hopefully it'll make someone else's wardrobe that much brighter and cheerier.

:: tgif

2009-04-16T23:32:00.000-07:00

i subscribed to domino after i bought their first issue. every month i waited in anticipation for my magazine to come in the mail. sometimes... okay almost every month i flipped through the pages at the bookstore before it made its way to the mailbox. this is one of my all time favorite domino pics. after i saw this, i told my mom that i must inherit the baby grand piano whenever i get married, so that i can decorate my living room just like this! hmm. when will that day come? maybe not marriage, but at least my first place^^

2009-04-13T10:50:00.000-07:00

it's cold and rainy today. i think this is the perfect outfit for a day like today. necessity: a big umbrella & cute trench coat w/scarf. love reading this site. i ignore the english translation and pretend that i can read in french^^
rain, rain go away!
{photo credit garance dore}

2009-04-10T10:32:00.000-07:00

i've been craving carrot cake for the past month. think this weekend is perfect to bake something from scratch at home. these lovely curry carrot cupcakes look delicious! happy easter to my few faithful readers^^
{image via whiskie bits bakeshop}

2009-04-09T10:31:00.000-07:00

really like this vintage coat from thisyearsmodel's etsy shop. although it's sold, i like to just look at it while wishing i could find something similar on my thrifting adventures! i also love everything from smythson, but why oh why is everything soooo expensive? the color on this sewing box is so pretty and so vintage inspired. but i think the box costs more than a few sewing machines^^

2009-04-08T09:46:00.000-07:00

i must be soooo slow. i borrowed Craft, Inc. from a friend and have been reading on and off for the past couple months. i saw these clips by Mateo Ilasco and finally put two and two together. why am i so slow sometimes? i do love these organizing clips, especially for tax season. however, i think i need these for everyday purposes (mail.bills.my sanity.)^^
{photo via mateo ilasco}

2009-04-07T13:59:00.000-07:00

it's so much nicer today. no coat::vest. no snow::sunny. waiting for spring to officially arrive.

{photo credit: mmmg}

2009-04-06T15:11:00.000-07:00

when you've lived in the midwest, you know that there's a possibility of snow until the month of may! it sounds crazy, but it's happened before. days like today, where it snowed and it's cold - all i want to do is veg on the sofa and eat comfort foods. i'm totally craving this challah stuffed french toast w/ a latte :: breakfast for dinner!
{image via the girl who ate everything}

Foodie Friday

2009-04-03T10:22:00.000-07:00

i love a chicago style hot dog, but i came across this bulgogi version and.....yum-o! it's a weird combination, but considering all the positive reviews - i'm dying to go to NY just to taste it. their website isn't ready yet, but i saw a photo of other menu items, and it all looks so good. (drool) they also sell coffee and waffles?... which is very korean^^ it's nice that you can substitute coffee instead of soda, but who drinks coffee with hot dogs? can i get a side of kimchi?
{image via NYHotDog-Coffee}

2009-04-02T16:03:00.000-07:00

what's in your purse/bag? if i were to spread out what's in my purse, i would be kinda embarassed. i have so many old receipts, coupons, and empty gum wrappers :: basically nothing pretty to look at!
do you see the smiley faces in this photo? ^_^

{photo via mmmg}

2009-04-01T03:32:00.000-07:00

{image via Target}

really liking the vintage influence on this upcoming Tracy Feith for Target line. is the girl on the left Whitney's friend on The City?

2009-03-31T10:33:00.000-07:00

i've been eyeing these remake clutches by vivier. so simple, functional, and beautiful. love their color schemes and the idea of using remnant leather.
{image via vivier}

2009-03-30T16:16:00.000-07:00

love this sweet & simple silhouette wedding cake by karen bender of k rose cakes via once wed. i seem to have a magnetic force toward anything w/silhouettes these days...

{image via once wed}

2009-03-27T16:13:00.000-07:00

a friend and i have a long list of must-do crafts. on top of the list are pom poms...they just make me happy and would love them as decoration around the house or for a small get together/party. Happy Friday^^
{image via Martha Stewart}

Destination Jeju

2009-03-26T18:23:00.000-07:00

don't know what you're having for dinner? what about visiting another country through food! this is seriously such an awesome idea and really educational for kids and families. although i'm not sure what japchae has to do with jejudo... it's still cute and looks delicious.

{image via destination dinners}

2009-03-25T16:39:00.000-07:00

today was a perfect day spent with three lovely ladies and one fashionista in the making^^ i've been feeling sorta down and blue, but feel much better after spending time w/friends and seeing a new life beginning. kind of reminds you to be thankful for the little things and people in your life. {image via Martha Stewart}

CocoandLuna

2009-03-24T08:53:00.000-07:00

update in the shop!

2009-03-23T16:06:00.001-07:00

i love hats of all sorts, and i'm always buying them regardless if they look horrible on me or not! but i love these hats by eugenia kim. i've loved her hats for a long, long time... but they tend to run really small and the price tag is: expensive [sigh]

{images via net-a-porter}

I Heart Vintage-Paris

2009-03-20T13:39:00.000-07:00

i came across this site after scoring my best thrift find of the year... a chanel handbag! love everything about the site and their store. it doesn't get any better than a store full of luxury second hand vintage goods. if i ever visit paris, this is definitely on the must-visit list.
{image via vintage-paris}

2009-03-19T17:44:00.000-07:00

A while back I noticed Williams-Sonoma selling a mini-donut maker. It was sorta pricey and I wasn't quite sure how well it worked. but now I'm regretting it big time since they no longer carry it. Although the MS image isn't of mini-donuts... the idea of making mini-donuts for a bridal/baby shower or just for fun is too cute!
{image via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Feeling Grey

2009-03-18T07:37:00.001-07:00

Yesterday the weather was in the 60's and so sunny that it felt like summer. Today it's back down in the lower 50's and feels so grey.{where are you spring?} I've been drawn to grey lately and have been waiting for this cowlneck sweater to go on sale for months. Can't seem to justify spending $88 on a sweatshirt!

{image via Anthropologie}

2009-03-17T08:43:00.000-07:00

it's my dream to own some type of rv one day. i've seen rv's used as street cafes, crepe shops, and traveling clothing stores. i think it's the fact that rv's are small and compact :: learning to live with whatever space you have. i really like that. so...this is my imaginary rv life^^
{can't remember where i got this image from?}

Random 01

2009-03-16T16:57:00.000-07:00

9. the number of nail clippers in my home. where did they come from? why do we have so many? who uses a nail clipper as a keychain? how bizarre...

2009-03-13T11:05:00.000-07:00

Along with my matryoshka obsession, i love all things gnome! this little gnome makes me smile^^ also, i'm a plant killer...no plant in my house lives, except for this Sansevieria trifasciata aka "snake plant"/"mother-in-law's tongue". I hardly water it but it keeps growing and living :: Hip Hip Hooray & Happy Friday!

Live to Eat

2009-03-12T17:18:00.000-07:00

i live to eat :: love food :: esp. korean food like the soon doobu above...totally wishing i lived closer to California/NYC where korean food seems to taste soooo good, sometimes better than the motherland?!
{image via mrkimsays}

2009-03-11T02:04:00.001-07:00

received this perfect Christmas gift from a dear friend. knowing that I had a slight obsession with anything and everything matryoshka... they make me smile everytime I see them^^

2009-03-10T08:49:00.001-07:00

wishing i was younger to wear these outfits by philip lim. i love her bangs and hair length too!
{photo from barneys}

2009-03-09T17:18:00.000-07:00

i'm seriously scheming how to buy this lv clutch for myself. love the design but also love the fact that Sofia Coppola designed it. considering the price tag, I need to save up for a very very long time!