Trending Now: The Appeal of Slowing Down

Leading into this first weekend of May, consider engaging in mending clubs, practicing plant kintsugi, crafting botanical collages, painting surrealistic murals, and exploring other creative activities. Keep reading for details:

Above: An area designated for relaxation and contemplation. Photograph by Chris Mottalini, from
Pines Beach Cabin: A Mid-20th Century Retreat for an Extended Family on Fire Island
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Margot—who goes by the handle @dogwalkdiary for her work as a botanical artist—is at the forefront of this initiative.
botanical collage workshop
On May 18, join us at the New York Botanical Garden between 2-4:30 p.m. “This event will feature a stroll (and some foraging) through the gardens,” she explains. “No prior experience needed; it’s all about observing, discovering, and working alongside nature.” Everyone is welcome!
Kintsugi—but with plants

. Brilliant.
A reminder from Kendra that you have more worthwhile options than this.

yard clippings

rather than disposing of them in landfills.
These days, everyone seems to be focused on designing both garden wear and work attire, yet

this line

is particularly good.
Elevate your gardening attire with this playful option

baseball cap

(Note: There is offensive language coming up.)
An attractive fresh lineup of
patterned terracotta tiles
From Outerclé. We genuinely enjoy it.
this pattern
in particular.
Want to join the
Worn-Out Mending Club?
Us too.
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those currently on our list.
Currently on display at Tiwa Gallery:
Faye Toogood: Lucid Dream
; pop by.
Now admiring: Hay’s latest
Color-blocking patterns tailored for pets.
.
We adore the noises
The Art of Slowness
, set to be displayed shortly at the Plain English Pimlico showroom in London—
mark your calendar
.
Taking place this Sunday, May 4, at Godmothers Books in Summerland, CA:
a sewing circle
with Diana Weymar, who is the author of
Crafting A Better World
and the stitcher behind
@tinypricksproject
On Instagram, “Diana will provide vintage linens along with all necessary materials for you to take home an exclusive, exquisitely embroidered item. Prior experience isn’t needed, and everyone is invited.”
Forget florals:
Stripes are popping up everywhere.
.
These tablecloths are
The grown-up version of sketching during mealtime.
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Spotted:
strikingly perforated shutters at a Fire Island cottage
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And a look at
Jean Cocteau’s ethereal, surreal murals
on the Cote d’Azure.