Therapy & Leisure & Party Games & Wine & Cabbage Dumpling Rolls
Welcome to the Some Things newsletter curated by designer & artist Ngaio Parr.
It's the Friday afternoon of the calendar year and I have some appropriately low-lift recommendations for you. This is final edition of Some Things for the year — I'll be back with more nonsense in 2023 and (maybe) some changes to the program.
I hope you have a break (!) filled with equal parts joy and relaxation — thanks for being a believer in some things.
Childlore — where typing 8-0-0-8-5 on a calculator is not just naughty and fun, but important.
How did we get so obsessed with streaks? I realised they might be a problem when I meditated for 450 days in a row then broke my streak and didn't meditate ever again.
I felt the need to "test out" some Martha Stoumen wines for gifting to clients and friends, and this Trailblazer gift bundle did not last long in our house. Independent! Women Owned! And very importantly — delightfully pretty labels.
I find myself avoiding wearing puffer jackets because they don't make me feel good, and often don't go with the rest of my wardrobe. I purchased this long liner jacket recently and it is the perfect alternative that keeps you warm and if big enough to go over any outfit, but isn't too bulky — I find myself wearing it every single day.
A niche recommendation I'm sure, but I've purchased a couple of things from Gooby who specialise in harnesses and jumpers for small dogs — and they fit my lil Boston Terrier Iggy Pup so much better than any other brand.
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This newsletter is created byNgaio Parr. Ngaio is a creative director, designer, artist and curator who works with good people on print design, brand design, illustration, and custom visual experiences, amongst other things. Get in touch about projects, collaborations, or commissions.
I acknowledge all Gabrieleño speaking people as the Traditional Owners and custodians of the land on which I work and live in Laurel Canyon; as well as the Nunukul, Ngugi, and Gorenpul people of Quandamooka; and the Wiri, Barada Barna Kabalbara and Yetimarla, Yuibera, Birri-Gubba and Kungalburra peoples of Ilbilbie where I was born and raised. I pay my respect to Elders past and present, and to all first nations people.
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