Pure Complex

Style.. with Watercolors

Purely.. Kay — Tue, 22 May 2012 14:05:04 +0000

The one thing you can do to personalize your home, in my opinion, is to have artwork on your walls. And not all art is expensive. Artist Jessica Durrant creates beautiful illustrations that are whimsical, fun, and alluring. From her silhouettes of a woman, to architectural scenes.. her art definitely appeals to me and would be welcome on my walls any day. Her watercolor illustrations start at $18 to $225 if you prefer original/exclusive art pieces (I did say beautiful art doesn’t have to cost you a lot of money *smiles*). Click the link above to view more.. Enjoy

Filed under: Art

Flank Steak on Texas Toast w/Chimichurri

Purely.. Kay — Fri, 18 May 2012 21:05:52 +0000

I am such a sandwich lover, that I can eat it for lunch or dinner.. and then get up the next day and eat another sandwich (laughs). If you read my earlier post, you know today’s theme is all about “Easy Gourmet Sandwiches“.. and boy have I got a sandwich for you. This delicious Flank Steak on Texas Toast with Chimichurri recipe comes from the food community Food52. Is it just me, or did your mouth just get watery when you saw this? Maybe it’s just me (laughs). View the ingredient list below and click the link for the recipe. Happy Friday

Filed under: The Kitchen

Shrimp and Chorizo Sandwich

Purely.. Kay — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:05:32 +0000

Summer is approaching, here in the Northeast, and I’m starting to feel the “no cooking summer blues“. Yes, when summer rolls around, I tend to get lazy and not want to cook… that’s why today’s theme is all about “Easy Gourmet Sandwiches“. And what better way to start off this theme with the amazing Shrimp and Chorizo Sandwich recipe from Food52. Right now, after viewing the photo of this sandwich, you probably don’t want me to talk anymore.. so I will be quiet for a moment (laughs). View the ingredient list below and click the link for the recipe. 1 more recipe coming up..

Filed under: The Kitchen

Honesty is the Best Policy.. part deux

Purely.. Kay — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:05:18 +0000

Back in September, of last year, I posted the series ‘Honesty Logos‘ from the wonderful artist Viktor Hertz. If you recall, this series is all about.. “revealing the actual content of the company” or “what they really should be called.” I was so excited when I saw he had more Honesty Logos, that I couldn’t wait to reveal them here. I thought it was going to be tough for Viktor to top his “Penis Extender” Porsche Logo.. but he has (smiles). Make sure to click the artist name to view more and check out my first post about these Honesty Logos.. they’ll make you laugh all over again.

Filed under: Art

Elegance.. without the Fuss

Purely.. Kay — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:05:22 +0000

I don’t like a fussy room; you know the rooms that have three different themes (intentionally designed that way) going on that don’t make any sense? Yes, those rooms.. always give me a headache. Designing your space doesn’t have to be complicated.. and you can use the wonderful works of the Mendelson Group as your guide if you like. There’s just something comforting and relaxing about each of their spaces.. elegance without the fuss. As for me.. I love that blue chair within the dark wood bookcases. Click the link to view more. Enjoy

Filed under: Interiors

Shades of Blue

Purely.. Kay — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:05:01 +0000

When I find great artistic works that I love, to display here, you can’t imagine the excitement that I feel (Yes, I’m a bit of a geek in that aspect but don’t you call me that *laughs*). So I was honored when I found the works of Romanian Photographer Caras Ionut. While looking through his amazing portfolio, I found a number of photos that were digitally edited in this wonderful shade of blue; and each one took my breath away. For me, it’s very hard to believe that he ended his long career as a seaman to pursue photography 7 years ago.. he’s definitely a natural photographer. Click the link above to view more. Enjoy

Filed under: Art

I Heart Moms

Purely.. Kay — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:46:59 +0000

To all the experienced mothers, new moms, family members/friends who take on the role as mom, and moms to be.. I wish you a wonderful and Happy Mother’s Day!

Filed under: My Diary

Blackberry Lemonade

Purely.. Kay — Fri, 11 May 2012 21:05:05 +0000

Yes, today’s Food Friday is all about “Grown-Up Cocktails” (so if you wanted to see a food recipe, come back next week *laughs*). And I absolutely love this Blackberry Lemonade recipe from the amazing blog, with the cute name, The Pastry Affair. This particular drink doesn’t have any alcohol in the ingredients (which is perfect for me), but I’m sure you can pair these flavors with some wonderful alcoholic choices.. so tell me some of your choices below. View the ingredient list below and click the link for the recipe. Happy Friday

Filed under: The Kitchen

Strawberry Champagne Slushies

Purely.. Kay — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:05:49 +0000

It’s food Friday!! But I thought I’d do something different today.. there will be no food (can you imagine saying that to a crowd of hungry children *laughs*). Instead, today’s theme is all about “Grown-Up Cocktails“. And I found this Strawberry Champagne Slushie recipe from the wonderful blog Une Vie Saine. This is such a perfect grown up slushie to enjoy; and this can also be a cool wedding shower/wedding drink as well. Yes, I know I don’t drink.. but I do like some champagnes.. so I will be trying this. View the ingredient list below and click the link for the recipe. 1 more recipe coming up..

Filed under: The Kitchen

Privacy.. with glass

Purely.. Kay — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:05:24 +0000

I’m pretty sure you’re reading this title thinking.. “You can’t have privacy with glass“.. well when you’re dealing with Mexico City-based architects, ARCO Arquitectura Contemporánea, you can. This 7,588 sq ft, two-story home, is stunning! According to the company’s website, the architects made “important changes to give more privacy. Some elements were added to restrict the access inside the premises.” And with the view this home provides, I’d get me a power washer, take care of those windows, and be happy living here (smiles). Click the link above for more. Enjoy

Filed under: Architecture