weekend+notes | 2.9.25

A final month to lean into the winter stillness of cold landscapes softened by warm sunlight, bare branches clicking in the wind, fiery sunsets shimmering in darkened horizons and delicate snowdrops piercing through the raw forest floor... to savor steaming mugs of hot chocolate brimming with fluffy cream and a dusting of cocoa powder, to marvel at thick smoky clouds suspended in glacier blue skies, to catch the sound of footprints crunching on the path and to embrace the last curls of snowdrifts coating the ground.

Hints of spring will soon be emerging despite icy forecasts with subtle changes already in play patiently teasing the next chapter as nature quietly prepares to unfold colorful arrays of grandeur.

Enjoy the rest of the weekend.

weekend+notes | 2.9.25

1. A beautiful historic home restored by award-winning designer and shop owner Jean Stoffer.

2. Homemade sweets to try out for Valentine's Day - a twist on a pretzel, pink pastel Rice Krispie treats, a pretty frosting pattern, adorable sprinkled donuts and a darling take on conversation hearts!

3. A well-designed London maisonette packs a charming punch in petite form.

4. Simple ideas to unlock a hidden passion.

5. One of the secret ingredients to happiness in Denmark.

6. Spring abounds in a simple yet elegant organic English garden. Love the topiaries perfectly aligned in concrete urns, the symmetry of the borders and the airy layers.

7. Print out a favorite worksheet or collection of worksheets for planning and organizing the year - compliments of Appointed.

8. Are you Team Open Concept? Traditional, defined rooms seem to be making a happy return!

9. A light and airy Charleston residence that feels like a spring breeze. Check out the dog bowl station!

10. An English cliffside cottage with a soothing interior palette, cozy nooks and stunning views.