Ever since a family trip to to France two years ago, May has become a time of Parisian reflection and longing. Something in the air reminds me planning, packing, traveling, strolling, scouring, eating, adoring, sipping, shopping, lounging and loving all in the heart France. Alicia Bock‘s nostalgic photo, Paris Rooftops, is just the thing to …
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Amy of scoutie girl *, and the darling kids shop little alouette, asked me to do an interview. Hop on over here and check it out!I also wanted to mention that I now offer custom portrait drawings such as this one done for Tom and Ruth’s wedding anniversary (and shown in Amy’s article). You can …
[a work of art]
This delightful dress by Emily Ryan (originally found here) is little work of art. Darling.
[ahh, the joy of…]
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I do love a good thrift outing, don’t you? I mean how great is this hand lettered Mildred mug that I found at a local thrift store? (There was an “Orna” mug as well but I opted for just this one). I love thinking about who might have spent time creating this. I wonder who …
[petit fours and…]
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I’m just a little obsessed with tea parties (I only mention them here, here, here and here) and with spring in the air the bug is back and I’m finally committing to throwing one of my own. I’ve also had a bit of post party blues (you know, like you get after you take all …
[brilliance]
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I love it when brilliant people do brilliant things…and then they let you in on how to do it yourself. This DIY chevron pattern from Sunset magazine, originally found on Kelly+Olive, is just such an example. Will be doing this, of that I assure you.
[three cheers for three friends!]
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I’m adjusting to Southern Cali alright…the beach is wonderful…the winters mild…etc., etc….but I feel a piece of my heart will always reside in New York City, or Brooklyn to be more specific. This is for a lot of reasons but high on the list is the number of wonderful and talented individuals I was able …
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I love how comfortable yet stylish these looks by Lamixx are. I’ve had my eye on the women’s check mate slanted bow top for a few days…really want it. And the models hair, so cute! (those bad spring wheels of change are spinning…must. stop. now.)
[daffodils and daring do’s…telltale]
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when Jon and little A come home from Trader Joe’s with daffodils…and I get the itching to do something dramatic with my hair, it’s a sure sign of spring. Is there anything that you find yourself needing to change come spring? *(I actually have bangs…that I’m still trying to figure out)
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This post on family photos by Garance Doré is wonderful. I especially love the part about making up your own family myths, such as your grandmother being the most beautiful woman in the town. Thank you Garance! I’m off to scour my own family photos and to start my own little seeds of magical myths.