It´s so gray and cold and sad outside these days that getting dressed isn´t any fun at all. I was about to give up and if I had owned a sweat suit I would have put on that. Then I thought I´d make it a little more cozy indoors, so I lit candles and cookies are going to be baked. I ended up what´s at least is an oufit. The hat is just in spite.

Pants: H&M
Top: H&M
Hat: H&M
Shoes: eBay

Yesterday I received the book By Hand in the mail and I must say I was positively surprised.

In a response to the sleek forms and perfect angles of most late twentieth century design objects, many of today’s artists and designers are returning to handmade work such as hand lettering, hand drawing, and hand sewing. By Hand features an international collection of the most noteworthy artists and shows their work in detailed photography and insightful texts.

This book works as an excellent coffee table book, it contains useful and interesting information along with beautiful photos, and last but not least, it´s a great source of inspiration for all of us crafters. You´ll find DIY designer bags, embroidered pictures, crocheted lampshades, vinyl cars and so much more. It´s art I can relate to in a whole different level because it´s closer to what I do. I can recommend it to all of you interested in art or crafts in any way. Buy it here for $34.95.