TTSS: a notebook on life.
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Little Black Book: Workshop Brighton
I’ve walked (and jogged) past this store so many times, though until today I haven’t had the chance to stop in for a look. So glad I did. It’s like London’s Labour and Wait and Brighton’s Utility only even more minimal – think chicer all-white interpretations of the traditional indigo-edged pie dish, oversized beech chopping boards, natural linen aprons and rustic zinc plant pots. And…
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Shoefingers. It’s a thing.
My dad loves shoes. Like me, and the rest of the population who’d rather eat beans for a month than forgo the thrill of new shoes, he always has. He has a distinctly “camp” side which has been well and truly nurtured by every female in the family (and I’m sure he won’t mind me…
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The book is ON!
Many, many moons ago I started writing a book. In fact, I probably started contributing to it over two decades ago. And while it’s safe to say that those angst-riddled pages are unlikely to ever make it into the final cut, they’ve certainly paved the way for the story and set a tone for which it follows.…
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A double dose for the soul
Today means a slow, glitchy, fuzzy return to work for many of us. So long sofa and your unlimited stash of Quality Street chocolate, hello rammed trains and overloaded to-do lists. Get yourself through the day with this duo of soothing, battery-recharging tracks. They’ll ease the transition untold amounts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpZEZ-FcGo8
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Fix your grammar
Internet puppets Fafa The Groundhog, Mario and Johnny T of Glove and Boots break it down. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJ2SHSg5rIY
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A beautiful message
“I know a place where no one ever goes. There’s peace and quiet, beauty and repose. It’s hidden in a valley, behind a mountain stream. And lying there beside the stream I find that I can dream. Only of things, of beauty to the eye, snowflakes and mountains towering in the sky. Now I know that God…
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Happy Black Friday: take 10% off tschüss
Everyone’s a fan of Friday and with 10% off the tschüss item of your choice, and free delivery thrown in for clothing purchases, this one’s kinda special. Happy Black Friday. Let’s shop! Offer available until midnight Monday 1st December.
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All change for tschüss
Not only has it been rather quiet here at TTSS, but it’s also been tumbleweed central on the tschüss front too. This hasn’t been without intention though. Tschüss clothing is currently undergoing a makeover, with fresh designs and and a new direction coming in the new year. And while the clothing is being reimagined, we’re excited…
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9 minutes of Tuesday sunshine
Just the thing for a wet, near-autumnal morning, right?
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There is nothing more true than this
Although, this hits the nail bang-on-the-head too.
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In love with Orla
There’s something magical about Orla Kiely’s mini movies. Each one has a certain soft-dreaminess to them that somehow catapults you back to the mid 60s. Naturally, the label’s iconic designs assist. “Dear Diary”, their latest movie, is written and directed by American filmmaker Liz Goldwyn and stars a coming-of-age English girl living – and falling…
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Elvis Mondays: the king’s advice for staying on track
“When things go wrong, don’t go with them” – Elvis Presley
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The sound of sandy shores
You’re welcome.
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Wise advice, perfectly timed
Despite their passing over three decades ago, writers Violet Trefusis and Vita Sackville-West have impeccable timing. I’m sat at the Wired Sussex job fair in Brighton and their enlightening words – which just popped up on my Facebook feed – could not ring more true to my day’s goals. Here goes… “Be wicked, be brave, be drunk,…
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Elvis Mondays: the King on fate
“The Lord can give, and the Lord can take away. I might be herding sheep next year.” – Elvis Presley.
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Mario Aureo – Raindrops
It’s been soul, soul, soul lately so it’s been a while since we’ve turned to Ibiza Sonica’s balearic beats. Until today. Pulsing through our speakers from the White Isle’s station is Mario Aureo’s ‘Raindrops’. We think you’ll like it too.
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A thought for today (and tomorrow)
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Elvis Mondays: the king on performing
“I’m so lucky to be in the position to give. It’s really a gift to give.” – Elvis Presley
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What the **** happened to freedom of speech?
It’s a sad day when anyone in the world feels they must use brutal and wholly unnecessary violence for any reason; let alone when it’s because someone else wants to freely express their opinion as they are rightfully entitled to do. Russia, you ought to be ashamed. Pussy Riot, YOU ROCK.
Good book recommendations?
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