It's in the Mail

A return address stamp doesn't get any cuter than this one done in custom calligraphy. Plus, just looking at the stamp, I can tell that it would be kinda fun to do. . .might encourage more letter writing.
Primele

Random

I'm a sucker for furniture pieces. Some girls have too many shoes, I have a harder time passing up a random chair or bed frame than a pair of shoes. I think it's safe to say that I see an old bed just like this one at least once a week at an estate sale and while I admire the original stained wood version, hot pink is so much more fun!

Monday Morning Mantra

This pleasant reminder can be found here.

Too Soon

It's too early, I know, but I've been craving a few drops of rain.

Instant Joy, ?, Studio Violet

Style

Such a perfect mix of high and low. That's my favorite style, one that looks effortless and a little messy but still has a glamorous feel (but as if he glam is wearing off).
Living Etc.

A Treat

I love these recipe cards! I think they make for a great little thank you treat. So, if you'd like a little piece of happy in your mailbox, leave a comment with your email address (if there's no link to your info) and I'll randomly pick a reader to send these off to on Friday.

Mimic

There are areas of our vegetable garden that are not proving to be very productive. I've decided that next year, at least one of those spaces will become a cut flower garden so that my kitchen might look like this one on occasion. Well, something like this one.
Elle Decor

Charming

Quite a bit of importance is put on the entry of the home. It's usually just a tiny piece of the whole but with a big job; this entry makes a great first impression. I'd love to see what else there is to his home.

Surprise

Oh my, classes start for me today! Here I thought I had until Wednesday.
Decor Pad

Interior Fashions

Like an empire waistline for drapery.

I'm Thinking

These would make the most wonderful bookplates!
May Third

Sharing

I love to learn how to do things, life long learning is an aspiration of mine. Last week I learned how to spin yarn from fiber. Actually, I think it would be more accurate to say that I started to learn because it will take quite awhile before I really feel comfortable doing it. I wanted to tell you though because I think you should know that it's kind of fun and you might like it.
Forest Bound via Oh Sweet Woods

The Power of Persuation

A pretty picture can almost convince me to change my mind about opinions I cling to fiercely. An example, high gloss paint, it looks amazing in this hall and even has a functional quality in adding much needed light. I must say, I'll still be hesitant to try it in my own home though, mostly because of the ever depressing orange peel textured walls I'm forced to live with forever. I do hold out hope that one day they (the orange peel textured walls) will be featured in a picture with just as much power to persuade as this one.

*By the way, the rug? Madeline Weinrib, of course.
House Beautiful

Building a Wardrobe

A perfect dress from Calypso; works for every season.