pepero day

the 빼빼로 fairy has arrived! all kinds of new flavors this year.

accidentally went to krispy kreme on 1+1 day and walked away with 2 dozen donuts..

fireworks

braved the crowds and went to the fireworks festival again this year.  we went 2 years ago but went a little late and ended up standing in a random street to watch.  this time, we staked out a spot on the grass by the river, but it was cold!

pinterest project

ever since I moved in august, I've slowly been trying to make my house a real home.  in my previous two places, I settled a lot on design because "this is korea." 

this time (since I finally live in a place bigger than a shoebox and more than 1 room), I decided really invest in things that make me happy.  I had visions of beautiful frames and artwork on the walls, but alas, my walls are mostly made of concrete.

so, i started browsing pinterest for lightweight diy wall art and found this gem.  it was so easy!  I couldn't find a square canvas so I picked up a smaller rectangle one at alpha for 3,000.  I also couldn't find gold push pins at daiso or the like, but I ended up finding them at a homeplus. (ended up using about 7 packs)  I just sketched the ampersand on the blank canvas and started pushing!  the wood around the edges was kinda thick so I did have to use a hammer for those parts. 

overall, I think it looks great and can't wait to put it up somewhere.  although, with all the pins it got kinda heavy..so hopefully a sticky hook will hold it!