living november

so far we've been to kula lavender farms... sat and ate lavender scones drizzled in honey and a hot cup of tea...the view was beautiful...private patio with a view of the grounds

 we ventured the  acres of land filled with many varieties of lavender and succulents growing everywhere...it was truly a relaxing and cool experience and it was my birthday, so it made it even better

can't wait to explore more next weekend...its my daughters birthday...happiness

sunflowers pumpkins and tiny houses

 spent the day upcountry at kula farms....their pumpkin  patch was bursting with sunflowers and tiny dwellings...the pumpkins were everywhere. We had so much fun, then got pastries and coffee at Grandmothers café...great day

 thank you October...you left us wanting more more....now onto living November
enjoy

 

stacking up

don't you wish life's responsibilities...looked like these loosely stacked knit cotton wash cloths, casually just waiting for their prettiness to unveil themselves. Showing off, not even knowing it and bringing subtle joy to all who look upon them. I contemplate this way of thinking and realize more and more what slow living... a simpler life means to me...its taking in just small simple moments like these and enjoying the beauty in the experience...not looking at the stack or pile of what needs to be done...what seems to be pressing...but what brings me joy. Today I'm tackling those pressing things that have to be done, but I'm doing it at my pace and making it enjoyable. peace and love...kelly

repurposing a beautiful thing

loved this le creuset pot...made many soups and chunky stews for my family...joyful times, but sadly the enamel wore out and as heart breaking as that was...can't use it anymore. Not willing to part as any cook knows, I repurposed this beautiful thing into a bowl to cradle my yummy apples. And once again all is well in my little home

peace and love...kelly

saturdays...studio photos

enjoying time in the tiny studio workspace today. reorganizing and creating an inspiring nook.

 must have tea...whenever possible. a little poetic justice here on this beautiful saturday

and a bit of rustic metal salvage to excite the palate of course...soon to be collaged jewelry

hope everyone is enjoying time in their favorite spot...creating and daydreaming up magical things
peace and love...kelly

hello everyone

well its been awhile...a few years to be exact. No I didn't fall off the lava trail into the deep blue ocean. Just been living...which I know most people can relate to. Life has a way of keeping you most busy, when you least expect it. Expect to hear from me and my meanderings on this path of discovery and creative outlets......peace and love kelly

cool places to live

loving this cool space...its got such a colorful outdoor feel to hangout in...small house living. love the creativity 

 

 

relaxing vibe and what a view...right?

 

and this barn dwelling....such a fun and creative interior...I'd love to live...work in this space

 day dreaming about my absolute dream home...and this makes my heartbeat...I love the woods...truly inspiring

someday....someday.............................my dream spaces for sure.........................kelly

Tropical oasis

 Tiny succulents on a salvaged water wheel...and recycled wine bottle bridge...they've really created a wonderland over at the Plantation

 its so nice to have my family together for the summer...Ryan, my eldest will be spending her senior year of college abroad...in Ghana this year and the youngest, Lauren is a senior in high school...so happy for both of them. Life here on Maui is such an adventure...the outdoor life has so much to offer...and its a blast to get out in it.

 Here's some pics of the beauty that is growing on the island...we really enjoyed hanging out for the day

 and then we went for a hike up at Iao Valley by the river...so refreshing and breathtaking

the summer has been a blast...hope you all are enjoying family and friends and getting out and discovering ....peace and love kelly

Bags are packed and she's ready to go

My college daughter, Ryan has been accepted into the study abroad program....she's headed for Ghana Africa and she couldn't be more excited. Well maybe the high heels will not be accompanying her...he he. I just love this photo and though this isn't how she'll be traveling...isn't it so..........cool.
PC: pinterest.com

gathered junk...funky skirt and hanging with the girls

I like to scatter found and gathered bits of junk and this and that...to design my collaged jewelry pieces. I enjoy the color choices that come out of this process.                                                           

 

finished this artsy poka dot skirt...and it's in the shop...really like how it turned out

reminds me of the garments in "Penelope"...the movie. Fun...funky...ooak.

 

 

 

 College daughter ryan was home and it was so cool having both my girls laughing, enjoying the sun...we had a blast going to the beach, hanging upcountry and watching movies...lots of ice cream.
We'll miss you girl...can't wait till summer break.

peace and love

 

                                                                                                                                                                                            

 

 

saturday mornings

I love Saturday mornings.............it's when the week slows down for me

I can enjoy my coffee and get creative with breakfast...

wish it was Saturday everyday...ha ha. Shop news...The holidays

are approaching and I'm getting inspired...new creative pieces

in the works...will be putting them in the shop soon...so check back

enjoy.......your Saturday

 

kelly

making my kind of salsa...and other ramblings

salsa is such a cool thing to make...because it's really left up to one's imagination

or what's in the fridge. I was craving a bit of a snack, when I got home

and this is what, I came up with...very tasty.

 

 small onion...handful of cherry tomatoes...parsley....kale...a lemon...turmeric and salt

 

chop parsley and kale...dice onions...and slice tomatoes

combine all ingredients in a bowl or container...squeeze fresh

lemon...add turmeric and salt

 

end result a nice healthy...yummy salsa to eat with crackers,

 instead of chips and slices of cheese and if you choose

a nice glass of red wine...Ravens wood is a favorite.

 

 

for dinner...I made fish...white corn...asparagus (local farmers market) and

a cold vinegar macaroni salad.

simple...easy dinner to make and oh so delicious...you should try it.

 

 

And what would a day be without creating something fun.

 

well...hope everyone is having a fun filled day...full of good eats

and new creations.

peace and love....kelly

 

where i gather my food

spent the day with my daughter, gathering food at the farmers market, at our local college. I'm always so excited about what the gardeners bring : such a cool selection of veges and fruit. We're blessed here, in maui...food can be grown all year long...upcountry. The climate is cool...for winter type crops and sunny for those luscious tomatoes. I'm so pleased with what I came home with. Then it was off to whole foods, for grains, legumes, fresh almond butter and apple juice...my daughter's favorite (the one in the large glass jug)

local apple bananas...starfruit...tomatoes...a Filipino vegetable that tastes so good in a stir fry and asparagus

 

kale...celery...papaya...eggplant...lemons...beets

 

this weeks menu: quinoa and grilled veges...lentil and vege tacos...harvest soup: kale, beets and potatoes...mixed chopped salad: kale, beet greens, parsley, basil w/tomatoes and carrots

and for dessert........fruit salad and mint

here's what's for lunch............................................................yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!

 

and dinner

 

peace and love.......kelly

 

show and tell

hello...
enjoying what life...has to offer. Can't believe this year is on its way out, but always embracing what will.... and can be. I've been a gatherer lately and though my findings are most enjoyable to look at...thought it was time.... to make some unique pieces for.... the shop...loving texture, as usual...stiching and such.....more to come.....  Hope this year has been a creative and inspiring year for you all.

New work...in my little shop...simplyworn.........................enjoying working with my hands...enjoy!
kelly

my life in photos

haven't been blogging...just living
did some travelling to...california...during the spring, to see my college daughter and family up in northern california. Good times. Then my college daughter flew in to see me and her high school sister for the summer......................................we did it all...hiking...swimming...eating...sunbathing

                                                 wailuku coffee cafe....got to have it!

                                                  waffles...fresh berries and cream...oh yah!

                                                      on to our next adventure.......................

                                                      eating kale beet and carrot salad
                                                      life is...................................good!

                                                      ryan...can't believe she's all grown up
                                                      home for the summer...a sophmore in
                                                      college....yikes!

                                               lauren(my 15 year old) and ryan(her sister)

                                           Royal Thai..........coconut soup and pad thai
                                           I'll wait till you come at xmas...to have this with
                                           you again ry....!

                                                 
                                                   Happy 15th birthday, Lauren....bbg
                                                   at Kam 3.............................love you.
                                       
                                                 lauren's 15th with the family...choc. cake

a day in paia with the girls..................................

                                                                lOVE YOU RYAN

                                               roadtrip.........................HANA

                                         

it was a blast...thanks ryan...your sister and I will miss you.
well.......there you have it...busy busy just soaking up the sun and enjoying being around family...alot to be grateful for.....................peace and love...........kelly