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Think about social media. What’s the first thing that comes to mind? For many of us it’s beautiful and interesting images. Rich, beautiful pictures of spring flowers, or amazing shots of views you’d love to visit, or quick phone shots of something totally unexpected. Sure, there are opinions and people sharing messages and write-ups, but really, it comes down to images. Videos are images too, so I include them. It’s what catches our attention and what makes us stop to look closer atwhat we want to share with our friends. And you know what the enjoyment of all images rely on? Sight.

We're big fans of NYC's Angela Mckay of Ohkii Studio. From illustrations to beautiful textiles, Angela creates prints, scarves and original works. Her instagram is filled with inspirational images of all of her work, and definitely worth checking out. Let's take a look!

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See more of Ohkii Studio at ohkiistudio.com.

Today with permission from the publisher we are excited to share with you a project from K. L. CAO's new book, "DIY Temporary Tattoo Art, Easy Step-by-step Instructions for Watercolor, Henna, Flash Tattoos and More!"

This past week we were inspired by our friendly neighborhood shop and workshop place, Collage Collage's fun mobile project they posted on Instagram. I asked owner Erin Bonifero if she's be interested in sharing the project on here on Poppytalk! This mobile project is something they do at their Crafternoon Camps they are holding this summer at their Main Street shop here in Vancouver which anyone is welcome to sign up and join if you happen to be in the Vancouver area. Erin explains their inspiration and shares a few how-to photos below.

@hotelpanache 📷via @press4champagne

Always on the lookout for a gorgeous boutique hotel to steal decor tricks from, we recently stumbled upon Hotel Panache on Instagram (via @erica.cook/) and instantly were drawn in. Located on the corner of rue du Faubourg Montmartre and rue Geoffroy Mari, Paris, Hotel Panache revisits time codes, inspired by Art Nouveau, a trend we love seeing more and more of mixed with modern surfaces and textiles. Let's take a look!

This August, IKEA is introducing a new range of products right in time for the new catalogue. The launch takes us into a universe filled with deep colours, golden accents and a touch of the tropics.

Last year we did a post on how to hang an art like an IKEA stylist which featured inspiration from from the stylists at IKEA's blog, Livet Hemma. We since have noticed so many more great ideas for hanging one's art, we decided to piggyback that post with a few more new ideas. The trend of big paintings, and a fresh take on the gallery display, here's a few additions, plus some of our old favourites in a round-up. Check them out below.

This little hack is super-simple and the video says it all really. Just waffle two honey-glazed donuts (one at a time) and then fill with ice cream for a fun summer holiday treat! Don't forget to drizzle with a little chocolate ganache (recipe below), a dollop of whip cream and tons of sprinkles to make it a little extra special!

Summer isn't summer without a playlist and we were nudged the other day by our friendly neighborhood shop, Eugene Choo who sent us down a huge rabbit hole with their July newsletter. Suffice to say we had to create a playlist, complete with cover art and all. It's always fun to create a mix tape and it feels like ions since we did last. So here's our summer version, a little bit of college radio, a little pop and a lot of reverb and bass, intended to listen to while dreaming the summer afternoon away by the sea. Have a listen below.

We've pulled this project out of the vault today because lately it has become one of our more popular pins on our Pinterest account. It's so easy and can be made literally in about 5 minutes if you don't paint it, but even if you did, not very long. Also they're super in-expensive to make, so if you needed a bunch for an event, these would be a good alternative to buying. The result, two candlestick stands, two wooden plaques, a glue gun and a little paint later, we have ourselves a couple of cake stands!

We just got a mini sneak peek of a few of the new things coming this August to Ikea. Just three things for now, but definitely makes us wanting more! First off, the ODGER chair, a true innovation with respect to material, (a mix of recycled plastic and wood with visible fibers that give the chair a living soft surface). Perhaps a future design icon? (Above): ODGER chair in recycled plastic and wood fiber comes in blue, brown and nature and is mounted completely without screws in a seamless expression.

I had this idea for a cake for a while now, and it finally cooled off so I could bake the other day. It's a rainbow cake, tie-dye style; a super-fun and easy way to decorate a cake for that little extra special occasion! Where's the tie-dye you ask? Underneath all that icing! (By the way, we used a swiss meringue buttercream for this recipe. Once you learn how to make this icing, you'll never go back. I love the consistency of this icing. So so smooth.

Check out the how-to below (and check out the video also at the bottom of the post to see how it all was made.

A long weekend is a perfect time to make! And so we've rounded up 18 gorgeous projects that caught our eye this week. From one of those lovely round beach towels to a lollipop card tutorial, check the links below!

Guest post by Arren Williams

We're throwing it back today to this awesome project Arren Williams of Casa Cubista did for us a couple of years ago. We had spotted his graphic black and white pillows he had made back then, and we were so thrilled when he accepted our invitation to re-create them for a DIY on Poppytalk. Also if you get a chance, and haven't yet, check out Casa Cubista, a beautiful online shop out of Portugal filled with handmade modern things for the home designed and/or edited by Arren and his partner David Pimentel.

Check out the DIY below.

@stayamigo

The Amigo Motor Lodge in Salida, Colorado was something owners Philip and Kaitlyn talked about on their first date back in 2014 and today they stand here as owners of a beautifully renovated 50s motel. But not just any motel, a stylish Santa Fe-style lodge with heaps of southwest details. Each room is unique in its' decor featuring accessories like southwest cushions, white sheets, and slick modern lighting. The entire place makes us want to save up for a motel of our own.

Let's take a look!

Crushing big time over the work of Toronto artist Kathryn Macnaughton. Spotted via Instagram a while back, Kathryn had her first solo show with Bau-xi Gallery this spring whiche featured some of her beautiful abstract paintings.

A graduate of OCAD, Macnaughton has exhibited in both Canada and abroad since 2010. Recent collaborations include Kit and Ace, Collective Arts Brewery, and The Gardiner Museum. Let's take a look!

Tetris painting 42x60

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STOOD

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My first solo show opens April 1st @bauxigallery #SPRANG

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#Repost @bauxigallery ・・・ Now you can preview new artwork we are bringing to @art_toronto next week! Visit the Curator's Selection on our website to see all of the incredible pieces. __________ Kathryn Macnaughton @kathrynmac 'Immersed in Verse', 30 x 24 inches, acrylic on canvas. Currently available in #Toronto for #arttoronto2016 #abstractart

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WIP

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Garage door open ☀️☀️

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HARDCORE #Repost @cbcarts ・・・ 🎨@cbcq asked Toronto artist @kathrynmac what it's like to be a full-time painter. Her answer might inspire you: "There's a lot of failing. Days of just failing constantly. It's devastating. the majority of the time I'm devastated when I come home from work, but you end up discovering new things and creating new bodies of work that you're just so happy with through the discovery of failing so much." #cbcarts . . Kathryn Macnaughton "Hardcore" 2017 . . Dualities: A Bridge Between Two Worlds is at @bauxigallery in Vancouver July 8 to 22

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