Category Archives: Favourite Things

December Obsessions

It’s December; Christmas is here but the snow isn’t. It was 20ºC the other day and it definitely doesn’t feel like Christmas is next week. Hopefully having my brother in town for my annual Christmas party this weekend will fix that. Here are my current party-ready obsessions:

1. Glittering Gold Polka Dot Tights

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ModCloth’s A Glitter Bit Louder Now Tights

2. Gold Eyeliner for the Holidays

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Sephora’s Colorful Waterproof Eyeliner 24 HR Wear in Glitter Kaki

3. Listening to Alvvays Self Titled.

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Alvvays’ Alvvays Vinyl

4. Natural / Raw Jewellery

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Petitor’s Gold Nuggets Necklace 

5. Kitschy Cocktail Food

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D’Lish Deviled Eggs by Kathy Casey

November Obsessions

The fall has been quite mild this year. The trees are almost bare and yet we haven’t had our first snowfall yet, not even the little overnight kind. And we’ve only had a few frosts, so the flowers in the garden continue to bloom despite being buried in leaves. I’m trying to enjoy the late fall and not get too excited for Christmas. Here are my current obsessions:

1. Burning candles on dark and stormy days.

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P. F. Candle Co.’s Campfire Scented Soy Candle

2. Cozy Winter Pajamas

I ordered these the other day, specifically for wearing when I’m tired and cranky.

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ModCloth’s Slumbers of the World Sleep Shirt

3. Details on Collars

These tiny patches, a thistle and a trillium (the flower of Ontario), have an iron-on backing and are perfect for sprucing up the collar of a plain white top or dress.

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Rose Hound Apparel’s Teeny Nature Patches

4. Holiday Sparkle

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H&M’s Sequined Bustier

5. Pretty (subtly festive) nails peaking out of knit glovettes.

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The Hungry Asian’s Holly Jolly Nail Polish

My Current Obsessions: October

Porch stairs everywhere are lined with pumpkins, gourds and chrysanthemums. It’s October and everyday I find a new reason to upgrade the month from second to most favourite. Here are my current obsessions:

1. Hiking and exploring the outdoors.

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Ello There’s Canada National Parks Checklist Map

2. Knee Socks

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Roots’ Cozy Cable Over the Knee Sock

3. Hello Harriet’s Adorable Phone Cases

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One of Hello Harriet’s Bunny Phone Cases

3. Everything from The Sparkle Collective

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The Sparkle Collective’s Make S’mores Not Wars Pinback Button

5. Getting ready for the cooler weather.

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White Noise Maker’s Confetti Mittens

My Current Obsessions: September

The leaves are still green but the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting cooler. It’s September and I can no long hide my love for fall. Here are my current obsessions:

1. Velvet dresses and skirts

ModCloth's My Usual Haunt Dress \\ Sophster-Toaster Blog: My Current Obsessions

ModCloth’s My Usual Haunt Dress

2. A warm cup of pumpkin tea

David's Tea's Pumpkin Chai \\ Sophster-Toaster Blog: My Current Obsessions

David’s Tea’s Pumpkin Chai

3. Cozying up the apartment

Sea and Lake's Nap Hard Print \\ Sophster-Toaster Blog: My Current Obsessions

Sea and Lake’s Nap Hard Print

4. Planning my Friendsgiving cottage trip outfits, food and tablescape, in that order

Oh My Clumsy Heart's Mable (Gold Pinecone Necklace) \\ Sophster-Toaster Blog: My Current Obsessions

Oh My Clumsy Heart’s Mable (Gold Pinecone Necklace)

5. Everything plaid

Le Bomb Shop's Autumn Essential Skirt in Red Buffalo Plaid \\ Sophster-Toaster Blog: My Current Obsessions

Le Bomb Shop’s Autumn Essential Skirt in Red Buffalo Plaid