The idea of having colorful lanterns hanging in lieu of curtains in a bedroom. My aunt collects new and vintage lanterns that she buys off of ebay. These hang over her bed. Everytime I go to visit her, the decor has changed. I love her creative energy.

Playing The Black Keys work (Original version) by Erlend Oye on repeat.
(This is especially good while driving. Head bobbing is completely imperative, causing passing motorists to smile as well.)

A new evening ritual. Making beaded corsage pins while watching season 6 of Sex in the City.

Fixing up a very shabby antique birdcage purchased at a local flea market for Pierre. It also came with a gorgeous claw-foot victorian stand, but it's quite wobbly at the moment. For now, I have him on my beading table... he's such good company.