Okay fellow kitty lovers. This one's for you. The crafty miss Cat made herself an eye mask. I've been coveting a similar one for quite some time. Here's how she did it, using fleece, elastic, and a needle & thread. Her own cat most definitely approves! {Images via Fox In The Pine} Continue reading

After our post-ceremony row boat ride, a few family portraits, and what felt like a 2 minute cocktail hour, it was time for our first dance. The Argentine tango! We've been taking lessons sporadically ever since we met, so it was a natural choice for our wedding. However, Hal is not a fan of choreographed tango. The beauty of the dance is, after all, improvisation. But knowing us, if left to our own devices in front of a large crowd, we'd freeze. So Hal finally agreed to learn a choreographed routine to the classic, Por Una Cabeza. With it's emotional... Continue reading

I've never seen this done before. Art director, Koji Iyama, hung thousands of rolls of Japanese masking tape from a warehouse ceiling for MT's promotional exhibition in Sendai. What a magical statement. On a smaller scale, don't you think this would make a beautiful streamer alternative for a wedding, shower or party? As long as the tape hangs high enough to walk under. Or even a photo backdrop with tape hanging to the floor. {Images via Design for Mankind by Koji Iyama} Continue reading

Bill, junk mail, bill... surprise box! Once a month, the folks at Not Another Bill mail out beautifully packaged, specially curated exclusive gifts from up & coming and established designers, brands and artists. Some of the past prezzies include: Shave Kit by Prospector Co Hand-Dyed Scarves by Scarf Shop Urban Gardening Kit by Alotinabox Key Fold by Hard Graft Stencil Set, Paper Weaving Kit, & Goodie Bag by Present & Correct Chinese Scissors by All Lovely Stuff Summer Scarves by Beck Sonder Gaard Soap Set by Izola Nutcracker by Simon Donald Woven Mini Bracelet by Emma Calvert Hand-carved Driftwood Boats... Continue reading

I've had a trying, emotional week, my dears. I think I'll take the next few days to read and rest. My body and my mind deserve a little escape. Have a lovely weekend, wherever you are in the world. And please enjoy the links... Wishing this room was mine right now. A handy guide to stacking rings. How to land a book deal. Beautiful ice cream roses. A spring vegetarian dinner for six. Frozen pb and banana snacks. How to manage internet overwhelm. A cute storybook garland. Spring roll in a bowl. A love story in a treehouse. And some... Continue reading

Lori Marie received one of these darling surprise message boxes in the mail for the birth of her new baby girl. She calls them tiny boxes of joy. They're custom and handmade by Pamela in Paris, France. Such a sweet gift, don't you think? P.S. They remind me of Kim's Instant Comfort Pocket Boxes. {Images via Pretty Little Things by Pamela Loops} Continue reading