Help Iâm obsessed with making Aesthetics, oh god
Alpine Aesthetics, Small Mountain Farms, Mountain Animals and Flora, Busy Alpine Towns, etc.
Seaside Cliffs and Rocky Shores too, for those who live closer to Water
Somewhat Influenced by Irish, Scottish, Welsh and even English Culture, though all cultures can be incorporated into this aesthetic, of course
Older, Gorgeous Architecture
An unending drive to learn more about yourself and the world at large
Striving for Self-Betterment, and for that one dream youâve always wanted to make happen
Craftsmanship, in all its forms, from Smithing, to Woodworking, to Bookbinding, to Embroidery, so on and so forth
Folk Art & Fashion based on the Culture/Religion you grew up in
Baking, not just for yourself, but for others
Learning more about Local Folklore and all the Creatures that may live alongside you
Taking walks in the rain without an umbrella
Not minding getting a bit wet or dirty when out in nature, in fact you actually kind of love it.Â
Having such a good sense of Intuition that you can just feel when itâs going to rain or snow
Kitchen Witchery, Ancestral/Spirit Work and Weather Magic
Rekindling your Childhood Nostalgia
Walking around the town and city streets, popping into any of the shops that look interesting to you
The overwhelming desire to build yourself a Hobbit Hole underneath the local hills
Keeping a Journal for all the things you can think of, possibly being addicted to buying new Books and Journals
The smell of rain, of fresh books, of tea and coffee, and the earth when life is fertile
The feeling of getting on your knees when gardening, your feet and knees sinking into the dark soil as you bury your shovel into the earth
Hozier, Sea Shanties and Folk Songs you grew up knowing
Vintage Photographs, especially of your Ancestors and Loved Ones
Genuinely considering contacting one of the Fair Folk already, for the love of god just kidnap me away to the Otherworld already
Getting stronger from hard work, whether on the farm or from crafting
Respecting other peopleâs lives, as long as theyâre not hurting anybody else
Being wise beyond your years, with wisdom built from experience and hardship
Being excited to see what youâll be like in the future, rekindling your hope for Life again
Giving people gifts, whether itâs something you made, bought, saw that reminded you of them or already had and decided to give away, as long as itâs given with purpose and meaning
Refusing to be apologetic about your Special Interests and the things you love in life, as long as youâre not hurting anybody, because you know life is short and we need to make the best of it.Â
Making toys for the kids that live in your town or city or neighborhood, like making stuffed animals or toys and donating them to an Orphanage or Hospital
Fields of Irish Gorse Flowers
An overwhelming sense of Ambition and Determination
Believing in Fate to a certain extent, but also being determined to change your future for the better
Passing down folktales and family stories to younger generations, so that they may have a chance to live forever
Old-fashioned Movies, Tape Recorders, CDâs, Video Games, and other things that remind you of your childhood
Rain, Snow, Fog or Shine, you always have an appreciation for any season and weather pattern
Animal Husbandry and Farming
Domestic Tasks, like Cooking, Baking, Cleaning, Gardening, etc.
Any kind of Craftsmanship ever
Carving Soap, Wood, Stone or Bone
Writing Letters, Poetry, Stories, Journaling, really anything having to do with pen and paper
Taking walks, going on adventures around nature or your local area
Researching the Local Folklore, your personal Genealogy, and anything else that really interests you at the moment
Scavenging your Hometown for Trinkets, Mushrooms, Bones, Flowers that you can dry and press, etc.
Travelling, even if youâre just driving around for the hell of it, or visiting local stores and shops
Looking around your house for Family Heirlooms and Trinkets that you can collect for sentimental value
Collecting Items with personal Sentimental Value (like the first gift that really meant something to you, or older letters and notes from loved ones)
Anything that involves Hard Work, Craftsmanship or Relaxation
âFashionably Disheveledâ, as I like to say
Ornate little Buttons on Waistcoats and Jackets
Wearing Kilts to important events (based on a family tradition of mine)
Earthy Tones, like Beige, Brown, Black, White, Tan, Dark Green, and Pale Dark Blue, Yellow and Red, etc.
Hats, from Flat-Caps to Beanies to Wide-brimmed Hats
Jackets and Outerwear of any kind, from Varsity Jackets, to Bomber Jackets, to Shawls
Satchels & Messenger Bags
Fun Suspenders and Socks with Nature-themed Prints
Silver Jewelry, especially Rings and those Cuff Earrings that go around the shell of your ear
Oversized Clothes are ideal
Button-ups, especially with Embroidery or Vertical Stripes
Long (knee-length or ankle) Skirts, Dresses or Kilts
Hiking Boots, Running Shoes, Shoes that are really good for long walks and hikingÂ
Large Cozy Jacket, particularly if they are Earthy Tones, are lined with Wool, Have (fake) Fur or Wool Collars, or have especially Large or Numerous Pockets
Natural Fabrics, like Corduroy, Wool, Linen, Cotton, Tweed, Felt, etc.
Lace, Embroidery and Nature Prints are also ideal
J.R.R. Tolkien Books & Movies
War Horse (my personal favorite Historical Movie)
Mythology or History-themed Media
Cartoon Saloon movies (The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, Wolfwalkers, etc.)
Any film that really revolves around Culture, Nature and Hope
Landscape Art, whether painted or drawn
Irish (or Slavic) Folk Songs
Folk Songs you grew up with
Songs that hold strong sentimental value for you
Songs that make you feel nostalgic and sentimental
Dear Fellow Traveler, Sea Wolf
