a mélange of finds + favorites:
- Tunisian crochet stitch - a stitch I'd love to learn for a Fall blanket. The Purl Bee offers a basic tutorial if you're interested and want to try it too!
- The Family of Man - a timeless collection of 503 photographs from the 1955 Edward Steichen MoMA exhibit created to promote peace, equality and brotherhood and showcase "the essential oneness of mankind throughout the world."
- Scarf as a camera strap - I still have the original Canon strap that came with my camera, which lately I'm finding a bit unwieldy and not that comfortable... love this scarf idea from Garance Doré, what do you think?
photo credits: Purl Bee, MoMA, Garance Doré
I'm such a klutz -- a scarf as a camera strap is just asking for trouble around here. But I can see you carrying off the look with grace. :)
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DeleteLove the scarf strap and the crochet is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYou've inspired me to pick up my crochet needle again Kim... we'll see how the tunisian stitch works out. I have high hopes, but am keeping the V-stitch in my back pocket just in case :)
DeleteLove the scarf, great idea!
ReplyDeleteI love the strap idea... looks funky and comfortable
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I have a different strap than what came on my camera - so I'm all about getting away from standard rough labeled straps. At this point I'm actually looking for something that just goes around my wrist because I find it too hot having something around my neck (mid-life - gotta love it!). Your scarf idea is very chic.
ReplyDeleteI know exactly what you mean Nicki, I end up constantly pulling and tugging on my strap because it can get SO hot around my neck! I'm going to try the scarf idea for sure - or will have to resort to something sturdy but super soft. Will keep you updated :)
DeleteThe scarf idea...Girlfriend, this is brilliant!! You might start a whole trend on etsy or ebay♥ The camera straps cut into your neck at times...this is a great solution and so fashionable.
ReplyDeleteHa! I wish I could take credit for the idea Laurie, but I saw it on Garance Doré's blog. If it starts a trend, it's all Garance!
DeleteLOVE the scarf idea! I agree with Pride in Photos: new Etsy store! Ha!
ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant idea for a camera strap... so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love love the scarf idea! I ought to knit again, love that first pic. Also, that Steichen tome looks amazing! There was a Steiglitz and Steichen MoMA exhibit I saw within the past few years, such vision:)
ReplyDeleteYou're so lucky to be able to make frequent jaunts to NYC whenever you want Lulu! I would have loved to see that exhibit...
DeleteWhen in Paris I was treated to a new foulard ( scarf) at one of the nicest scarf shops in the world....maybe I should try that for a camrea strap? I guess husband ( who paid!) would faint.Nevertheless- a great idea.Thanks for your kind words and have a great Sunday
ReplyDeleteSo funny Karen! But maybe husband doesn't need to know which foulard you're using,.. right ;)
DeleteLove that idea for a scarf but could see myself not tying it correctly and dropping the camera. Lately, I've been using the phone more and the big guy less - cannot be burdened by the weight when I'm hiking. I'm trying to practice composition, though the big lens makes a better, crisper photo. What a great blog you have, Catherine - glad to discover you!
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