weekend+notes | 1.30.26

With snow, ice and bitter cold coating a vast portion of the country, spring is a coveted topic online this week. Instead of rushing into the next season, what if we lean into the diverse experiences only winter can magically deliver as we step into the month of February...

The crispy crunch of snow underfoot piercing the stillness

A crackling fire built for toasting marshmallows

Fiery streaks of red from cardinals darting through bare branches

The thick layers of wool sweaters and wrapped scarves

The first dusting of snowflakes

Simmering soups and hearty crocks of fondue with crusty chunks of baguette

Stark brown trees standing in contrast against feathery gray skies

Icicles dripping in the sunshine

A steaming mug of chocolat viennois in a European café

Skiing in fresh powder, sledding down hilly landscapes and skating across frozen ponds

What would you add to the list?

weekend+notes | 1.30.26

1. In honor of the upcoming winter olympics, breathtaking snapshots, town and garden tours from northern Italy.

2. A stunning home on the Eastern shore of Maryland with water views.

3. Having lived in Switzerland a number of years, I can confirm the incredible precise punctuality of Swiss trains.

4. Wispy dried floral installations.

5. The sweetest Valentine's peanut butter and jelly sandwich letters for school lunchboxes and simple tweaks to make heart shaped cinnamon rolls for breakfast.

6. Flower seeds to grow indoors in February for spring planting.

7. Love the blending of Swedish antiques in this oceanview home.

8. Curating collections for displays.

9. Pantone's interesting choice for color of the year.

10. Trees and shrubs to prune during the wintertime.

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