Car plate
My father's first car and then mine. In this car, I made my first trip with Maria and also the first time I heard Springsteen on cassette on a radio that we bought just for that. It was a white Seat 124.


Duck painting
Ducks are very special to me and my sister. It is a small painting made by her, and I consider that at a material level, it is the one object that represents our bond with more strength and love.


Grandpa’s trousers
I “stole” these pants from my mum, and my mum “stole” them from her dad.


Brown journal
A little journal that I used for 2021.


Photo of sunflowers
This is a photograph of a sunflower I have on my bedside table. These sunflowers were the last sunflowers my great-grandmother planted for me before she passed away in 2020.


Rounded mirror
One of the first things I got when I moved to London.


Shell earrings
I believe shells bring me peace. They remind me of the sea, and also of that day I got anxious when I saw someone I knew on the beach. The only thing I could hold on to was the shell I found a few hours before. Being able to carry the symbol of a shell on my ears makes me feel safer.

Spinning top
It was one of my favourite toys as a child. I had a lot, but unfortunately, I lost them all. My sister was able to find one exactly like the one I used to have. Playing with it again makes me really happy, and I think it shows very well how much my sister loves me.



Keychain
A kitesurfing board keychain I carry with my keys. It reminds me of my passion and the place I started to learn it. The bold colour makes it easy to find it in a bag.


White magnolia perfumeThis is the perfume I use every day. It has an amazing sweet smell, I feel like it is an extension of myself. It also is a direct connection with Javier. Without it, I feel something’s missing.


Orange scarf
I got this two years ago for a very good price. I love how it looks good with everything I have. It brings brightness to both my outfit and my day.


Wool bag
A knitted lilac and orange bag. This cross bag was made by my grandma. My grandma and I have always had the Atlantic Ocean between us. Being able to wear this beautiful present every day makes me feel closer to her.

NicolásMy aunt gave me this teddy bear when I was born, twenty-one years ago. Since then, I have always slept next to him. I think I never have nightmares thanks to him.


Orange penMy friend Sarah and I had a mysterious and powerful relationship from the moment we met. I felt strangely about her when she transferred to our school and then one night I asked to draw her for my drawing class homework and we were very close ever since. She bought this pen for me in California about five years ago, and it never runs out. I use it constantly, and it reminds me of sun on stone. We live half a world away from each other now and I miss her.


Plate and crucifix
The plate has written on it all the love my mother has given me, she gives me and she will give me. I feel naked without this necklace and I always carry it close to my heart. The chain and the crucifix were from my father’s communion. This way I carry both of my parents together forever. The crucifix also accompanied me in a difficult time, and the figure of Jesus fascinates me, but that is another story.


Brother’s bookThis is my brother's book, he left it at home before leaving for the Crimean and Euromaidan conflicts. Even though it talks about war and doesn't bring very good memories, I occasionally read a few pages. Somehow it makes me feel connected to him.


Box of gemstones
I have these natural gemstones because of their energies and I love them because of their good and positive vibes.

Konica film camera
I took pictures with it in the summer of 2021, when I discovered so many new places. When the summer was about to finish, the camera started taking blurry and over-exposed pictures. I think I broke it.


Collection of shells
They remind me of the ocean, and therefore, home.


Euro coin of ten centsIt is said it gives good luck when you find a coin in the streets, so I keep this coin I found back home, in Spain.


Wool sweater
Sweater I have had for many years. I always feel comfy and safe while I wear it.


Tray
Tray in which Javier's great-great-grandmother made Belem cakes in Brazil. It is over 200 years old and came from Brazil to Spain by boat, the journey lasted more than one month and a half. It is an object with a lot of history and really valuable. When the coffee pickers finished their working day, coffee and cakes which my great-grandmother made were waiting for them.


Jewellery box
This little jewellery box is a gift from your grandfather Jimmy, who bought it for me in Paris. The jewellery in it are marriage gifts, birthdays and others. The pearl necklace and the bracelet made of thread and pebbles were given to me by your mommy. Jennie gave me the blue necklace. All of these are valuable because of its deeply sentimental meaning. They are gifts from my husband and daughters. Which are many and it would be too extensive to mention! I am very grateful for the many blessings God has given me through my loved ones.

2021 planner
I remember deciding to buy this journal because of the cover's texture. I wanted to believe 2021 would be an amazing year, so I bought an amazing journal. 2021 is over, so now it’s just a nostalgic piece.

Secret diary
My grandma gave me this notebook when I was 11 years old, so I could have a “space” where I could write everything I wanted. This is where my daily ritual of writing started.

Watter bottle
I got it from a person close to me with hot water as a symbol of care and love. I know how to give love in a direct way but I dont know how to receive it or see it.

2022 Planner
This diary is smaller than the one I had in 2021, so it is easier to carry around, and therefore, I am using it more often than the 2021 journal. My favourite thing about this journal is the smell of it.

Summer sketchbook
Recycled paper notebook with red string. This notebook is filled with sketches and line drawings I did during the summer of 2020, one of the best summers of my life.  

Bargueño
This Bargeño is an appreciated piece of furniture for me. Your grandfather Jimmy bought two in Lima, Peru, as gifts for me. This piece of furniture is over 50 years old. It is all hand carved and made of Chestnut wood. It was shipped directly to Miami USA from where it was purchased. The other piece of furniture disappeared, it was taken by Hurricane Andrew, which was a horrible catastrophe in Miami in 1992.

Dad’s film camera
My dad’s camera he used while being a student. During pandemic I found it on the attic and I’m using it ever since. Beautiful object carrying memories and power of recording.

Nicole’s poetry book
Simply the most beautiful gift anyone has ever given me.

Elephant figure
This is a small elephant my mum gave me when I was a child. The trunk up brings you good luck. This is what started my collection of elephants with the trunks up.

Headphones
I NEED to listen to music with headphones in such a way that I can listen to it with quality and when, where and how I want. An essential object for my day to day.

Handheld magnifiers
My dad was a laboratory scientist in Bucharest, and growing up he was always using these little magnifying lenses. When I was little he would teach me organic chemistry on napkins while driving. Now that I’ve started studying book conservation he’s started giving me all sorts of tools every now and again and I feel so surprised and honoured that he gave me these pieces from my childhood and that I use them every day now.

Tibetan bowl
I use it in my meditation and I really like its sound.

Stone
One of the two stones I found on the beach in Asturia. I gave the other one to my best friend, while I was leaving for London for university. A symbol of friendship and unity.

Hands Ring
A ring I got for my birthday from my best friend. It reminds me of our friendship and his “hands” ready to help.

0.38mm Muji pen
I have always used this pen to both draw and write. When I use a different one I feel uncomfortable.

Pentax film camera

I haven’t used much this camera, but I really appreciate it because the first film I did was amazing. It’s an object that I still have to create a bond with because it’s relatively new, I’ve used it very little. But I like it because its analogy, it makes me live the world less instantly, more slowly. Film photography is an alternative to digital photos I can take with my phone in a second. I link this camera a lot with special memories. I take my camera with me when I know the memories I will create will be special for me, for example when I travel. An object that helps me create memories and to memorize those memories.

Bicycle

Mom’s shell
Shell that reminds me of my mom. 

Butterfly
I took it from my psychologist office, where it symbolises for me growth and change, dont give up and dont be afraid.

Gold Ring
This ring has flowers and spirals engraved in. It reminds me of the typical jewellery Ancient Greek women would wear. I love how my hand becomes much more delicate when I wear it. When I forget to put it on, I feel its absence.

Stuffed hen

The hen, which I named “the hen” is an IKEA toy which grandma bought from a gypsy woman from the village who brought it from Italy. I was three when I got it and since then it stayed with me almost everywhere I went. As I grew older it changed its function from a fluffy cute toy to a friend whose wings I can use to dry my tears when going through a rough phase. Sounds silly but “Găina” has seen me at my worst and brought comfort every single time. A link between my innocent, true child and the complex adult I am slowly becoming.

Black candle
I have this candle since I was 11 years old, it contains my fourth favourite smell in the world. I have never found anything like it and I have never lighted it on. I’m scared it will run over and I won’t be able to smell it again. But it also scares me that I will never get to enjoy it for the same reason. Silliness defines me quite well and apart from the smell and the memory (it was a nice gift) I like the metaphor it contains.

Photo of Rambo
This is a photo of my best friend. I took it on a fantastic year we spent together, there is not much more to say. The way it’s placed in my room allows me to observe it while I fall asleep.

Earphones
Unfortunately, I don’t use these earphones anymore, I now use headphones. However, it is still essential in everything I do. This object opens up a world of memories, of desires, of the past. A world of imagination opens up, thanks to music. I disconnect all my senses to connect only with my sense of hearing. It’s the best way to disconnect from my problems, from my day to day life, and to let myself be carried away by music. I can’t do anything without headphones. That’s why I bought a pair of wireless headphones. I like to move to the beat of the music as it makes me feel accompanied. I don’t like silence.

Vinyl collection and record player
It is one of my favourite objects. I love music and it is my favourite way to listen to it. In addition, collecting vinyls makes me very happy.

Sun-shaped necklace
This necklace was given to me by my friend.

Totoro
My parents gave it to me in Murcia, Spain a long time ago and it made me the happiest person ever.

Tarot cards
Tarot cards illustrated by Matt Hughes. This Tarot deck was given to me by my partner. Whenever I feel lost and in need of some guidance, I seek help from this divination method. I always feel a magical and healing energy when I smell and touch them.

Tarot card
A three of cups tarot card.

Bed
I am very lazy and sleepy. My bed in London is comfy as hell and I’ve had a great time in it. In addition, the bed is something totally essential for me.

Wedding basket
This little basket was a gift at your parents' wedding and it means a lot to me. I keep it with lots of love.

Bees mug
One of the first things I bought for myself in London. It reminds me of when I was living in Pimlico.

Amy Winehouse CD
The sound of the songs of this album is a literal materialisation of a memory and an experience.

Hoops
Hoops are very important to me. I have unconsciously associated them with safety and beauty. I can’t leave the house without hoops, if I don’t wear them I feel naked and I don’t feel myself. I am very attached to these earrings. When people think of me they think of hoops. They define me. They are part of my aesthetic image. And with them, I feel beautiful.

Fireplace

Stuffed duck
Stuffed duck that I have since I was a child. I gave the nickname of Topa to my brother Javier thanks to this duck and I still call him that.

Dad’s Cuentos
This reminds me of that precious part of my father that I would like him to exploit more. It also reminds me of that part of him that makes me so sad. Both things being beautiful in equal parts. There are fragments that are obvious reminiscences of our relationship, my heart melts just thinking about them. It reminds me of how lucky we are to have each other.

Religious framed photo
My Sacred Heart, who is always with me.

Hanging mobile
This object has been with me since 1989.

Greek Terracottas book

I bought this book on a second-hand bookstand when I visited Cambridge with my friends. Since the moment I touched it I have always felt a strange energy coming from it. The book is filled with Greek sculptures of people, whom facial expressions feel like they are alive. The old condition of the book inspires me to imagine how the previous owner was like.

Shell
Two years ago I was tiding up my room when suddenly I found this shell in a shelf. I can’t remember where and when did it came from. Something tells me it has something to do with my grandma.

Bladdernut Seeds

These three bladdernut seeds give me luck but at the same time, they remind me of my family and childhood, when we used to climb the trees and run around without stress.

Marius stool 
When I moved to my small bedroom in London, one of the things I mostly missed was a chair, a simple chair to place my clothes, so my bedroom looked much more tidy than it is. I bought this stool not only thinking about a place where to sit or to put my clothes on, but also to use it as a table, or a nightside, or a stair to be able to reach my top shelves on the wall.

Glass flask
I keep hair inside this glass flask. The whiskers are from my cat, moustache from my dog and a hair from my cat. My pets are the best I have in my whole world.

Collection of Polaroid
Pictures I hang the physical photos around my walls so I can remember the moments they hold. Printing photos in a digital era makes it even more memorable.

Collection of boarding passes
I have a book filled with my plane tickets and a short paragraph about each trip. I have a special attachment to them as each of these tickets holds a different memory, and I look back on each of these tickets every now and then.

TV
It’s a sacred object wherever I live. It provides me with all the entertainment and culture that I like the most and it is the only way of approaching my greatest passion at home, the cinema.

CD
This CD keeps a movie my parents recorded of me being a three year old child. The hard drive where we kept all the photos and videos from when I was a kid broke and we still haven’t been able to fix it. It is one of the few visual archives that we still have from the time in which we live in Sant Cugat, Spain. They were the happiest years for us. It’s also like a beautiful little window through which you can travel through time.  

Plush dog
My favourite teddy-bear, I got it from my parents when I was three years old. They brought it from Rome and its name comes from the name of that city.

Plated ring

This ring reminds me of Polish seaside and summer trips there. The stone is amber, as the Baltic sea is known for it.

Taurus necklace
One of my favourite objects between my girlfriend and me. I find it beautiful and it makes me feel great. The horoscope is something very beautiful and special for both of us, it is very moving to me how it connects us both, it has something truly beautiful.

Rock with a hole
I found this rock on a trip with my friends at Seven Sisters in Dover. An amazing place, and an amazing memory. This rock not only holds a memory, but the hole engraved in it allows me to insert incense sticks.

Angle conveyor
This object has been with me since 1989.

Box of shells

I have had this box for many years. Whenever I find a shell while being in a special moment, I take it so I can remember that moment forever. For example, one reminds me of when I was dating a guy, or another one of a trip, and so on.

El Principito
My favourite book, it is one of those things that have shaped me as a person. It is the same for my father and this volume has a precious dedication from him. I couldn’t be more fond of this book.

Collection of crystals
I collect crystals of all types. I have bought them and some I have been given. It is really important to keep them inside a big shell next to my window, so they can absorb as much sea and moon energy as they can.

Nintendo Switch
I love video games and all my consoles are important to me, however, the Switch has a special place because it’s Nintendo. It is immensely nostalgic for me since my first consoles were from this brand, and above all I adore its gaming philosophy, which takes me back to my childhood instantly.

Grandpa jacket
One of the very few items I have from my grandfather. Aside from the obvious emotional bond due to its previous owner putting it on always makes me feel strong, capable and comforted.

Cervantes figure
This figure of Cervantes is from the Valencia porcelain brand Lladró and it means a lot to me. Your grandfather Jimmy gave it to me in 1982 for my birthday.

Fluffy socks
These are the fluffy, warm socks I have had since I was a kid. They have grown with me. 

Dried Rose
A dried rose. My partner gave me this rose for my favourite festive in Catalunya: Sant Jordi. I decided to dry it, so it will forever be with me.

Necklace
Your grandfather Ramon and grandmother Rosa gave me this necklace on one of their trips to Miami. They gave it to me with great affection. A beautiful memory.

Dalí’s postcard
Dalí’s painting Postcard. I got this postcard when visiting Dalí’s house in Portlligat, Cadaqués. This postcard not only reminds me of that beautiful day but also reminds me of a very similar Dalí painting hung in my bedroom in my grandparents’ house. Every night, before turning off the lights, I would stare at it for as long as I could, finding new things every time I looked at a different part, amazed by the mystery. Until now, I haven’t found the same painting my grandparents had.

Nintendo DS
My Nintendo DS, with the game “My Pony Friend”, brings me comfort and satisfaction from the small achievements I gain playing it for a few minutes.

Wooden hand brush
This object has been with me since 1989.