Scales and mold...

Saffron-tinted scales with a side of delicate, vibrant mold.  And somehow it looks delicious.

This is a glimpse from Sanna Lindberg's lens.

Graphic mint...

This combination of details is delicious – a prominent dose of copper, a petite {industrial} fan, and a side of graphic mint.

Lovely bit of details captured by Mia Linnman {of Solid Frog}.

Words...

"It's never too late to be what you might have been."

George Eliot

A brilliant flood...

This is unspoiled; a brilliant flood of light – a moment of crisp clarity and inspiration just before the finite restrictions of reality are considered. 

This piece of perfection was spotted at an old favorite, {Lotta Agaton}, inspirational every single time.

Tints & tangents...

I just can't get it out of my head; the intangible ambiguity of inspiration.  The encouraging notion of creativity in the most unlikely of circumstances.  My hands were marinating in vivid liquid, my senses were offended by the bitter aroma of vinegar, empty mason jars were begging to be filled, and I was suddenly swimming in inspiration.  While my beets were pickling, the brilliance of dramatic colors and invigorating pigments left me craving more color – especially when the sky turned unexpectedly grey and dim on a summer afternoon.

Katie Quinn Davies {of What Katie Ate} always satisfies my delight for delicious color {her beet adventures are significantly more photogenic than mine}.  This collection of images is like a fresh summer day radiating across the senses.

{After a lengthy pause for fresh air and fresh ventures, I am crawling back to elle oh demanding a creative outlet.  And, apparently, I came back with an excess of words to share.}

Glass forests...

This is a glimpse of perfection. Sweet harlequin patterns contrast with a rustic hammer balanced delicately among a forest of glass forms topped with a sprig or two of unassuming rosemary.

{This lovely landscape was styled by Lotta Agaton and photographed by Pia Ulin. Oh, how I would love to live in an entire world styled by Lotta and photographed by Pia.  Sigh.}

Words...

"The real voyage of discovery consists
not in seeking new landscapes,
but in having new eyes."

Marcel Proust

Delicious and delectable...

It's my favorite time of year. Vivid hues of farmers' markets, crisp summer mornings, warm afternoon rays of sunshine, and delicious views of delectable cuisine.   

This visual delight is from Katie Quinn Davies {of What Katie Ate}.  Pomegranate and honey pulled pork with a side of courgette, garden pea, and stilton soup has never looked so good.

Drifting...

I have officially floated back to reality and drifted back to elle oh with scientific details, gleaming natural light, and beautiful hints of botanicals.  This wonderland was photographed by {the talented} Petra Bindel.

{The life behind elle oh has been bursting with changes and chaos.  Not to worry, I'm back to my usual image lusting and wordsmithing.}

Fluttering off...

My bags are packed.  I'm running away.  Not to worry, I'll be running right back to elle oh eventually.  Until then, I wish you nothing but bliss.

{Image from the elle oh archives.}

Just a pinch...

Just a pinch of vivid color to delight Saint Patrick with the prettiest touch of green.

{This glimmer of sparkles and emerald found here.}

Good things...

This vibrant image is full of good things. The glimmer and glamour of gold flatware, the rustic charm of rugged wooden planks, the simple beauty of plain white dishes, and the indulgence of an alluring chocolate bar are such good things.

This gorgeous image {and flatware!} is from Canvas.

Glimpses...

Just a glimpse from the portfolio of Pia Jane Biijerk.  The potential of what lies beyond the borders of these images is inspiring.

{The gorgeous discovery of Biijerk's portfolio happened here.}

Words...

"Change your thoughts and you change your world."

Norman Vincent Peale

Mustard yellow morning...

This saffron yellow clutch is a supple dose of mustard in my morning.

{Spotted at French by Design.}

Precocious beans...

I prefer my coffee strong, embellished with a generous dribble of cream.  I relish coffee so extensively, my love knows no bounds.  I'll take a latte, espresso, Americano, or any form of my precious beans.

Visit me over at Little Bits of Lovely today and discover what else I revel in and adore.

Chocolate crumbs {on the left} by Line Klein. Gleaming espresso {on the right} found here.

Sumptuous produce...

Yesterday my old-fashioned mail slot delivered a catalog from my favorite muse {Anthropologie}.  The {matte} pages were full of vivid aesthetics – the sumptuous produce has me longing for summer.

And one more, to carry you through the weekend, because I cannot get enough persimmons.

Words...

"Life just goes, we don't know where; 

but I'll be with you, the whole way, together."

My Charming Husband

Brooding beauty...

Sometimes the dark, brooding mystery of deep charcoal grey embellishes my Wednesday morning perfectly.  The details of glossy glass and curled leaves are like little doses of unexpected glamour.

Yes, these lovelies are a repeat, but can anyone ever really have enough Ditte Isager?  I don't think so either.

Vantage point...

Looking down on this lovely table scape makes a mug of pale pencils the perfect crown to the perfect book {catch a glimpse of Nesting here}. The sidebar of grey tights, tan heels, and a {glamorous} red manicure is pure luxury.

{On the left, a luscious bit from En mammas dag, via Lotta Agaton. On the right, just a glimpse of pretty prep from JCrew, via Pinterest.}