Category: Honor Roll

August is two months old today! That means it’s time for his second monthly photo. I’m hoping that the sun comes out because it’s going to be a very gray picture otherwise. Until later, here are some links for you…

• I’m really liking the illustrations of Masako Kubo. (via Creature Comforts {I adore these stamps too.}
• Check out this before and after of a desk, five different ways!
• A brilliant quote about inspiration from the brilliant Chuck Close.
• Make a banner proclaiming that “YOU ARE FAB.”
• Want to know a little about bloggers and book deals? Here’s some insight.
• WhatFont allows you to see what fonts are used on a website. Very exciting for type-nerds like me! (via Swiss Miss)
• A super cute cardboard box themed birthday party for twin one-year-olds.

I also write for Babble’s Family Style blog. Here’s what I’ve been sharing there…

• Did you see the new Wedding Belles collection from Kate Spade? Makes me want to plan my wedding all over again.
• Eleanor is super cute in her froggy boots.
• New prints from My Milk Toof!
• I’m feeling inspired for Easter by these pretty eggs.

• Did you see these embroidered book jackets yet? Amazing.
• Viv’s home looks so pretty in the latest issue of Adore Home!
• What do you think about bloggers receiving free gifts?
• Here are a few ideas for making time for crafting.
• This product photo shoot is so pretty. And I’m loving that bow pillow.
• Ideas You Should Steal (benefiting Dwell with Dignity).
• This reminds me, I intend to make a little magical garden for Eleanor.
• The Tragedy of First Position. SO cute!
• Sometimes, it’s just nice to look at lovely photos of desserts.

I also write for Babble’s Family Style blog. Here’s what I’ve been sharing over there…

• Is it wrong to want to dress like my toddler? I put together an outfit I’d like to wear, based on one of Eleanor’s.
• I also want to wear this super-colorful striped dress.
• And since I seem to have been on a clothing kick, did you see these Marimekko baby onesies?
• The side view of this modern rocking chair is gorgeous.
• I’m filing this idea away for future costume parties.

So many good things this week! And Eleanor got her first haircut today — I’ll have pictures for you in a few days. For now, it’s onto the Honor Roll…

• Joy’s room was redone on my favorite HGTV show, Secrets from a Stylist! Emily shares more info for each room on her blog too, which I love.
• Dance Battle! Michael Stipe vs. Thom Yorke. (I am so glad this exists.)
• I like the slightly off-kilter arrangements on some of these prints.
• Your emails are too long.
• Did you see the new kitchen accessories Victoria rounded up from west elm? You know I already have the owl butter dish.
• Aren’t you digging her little apartment?
• Felt food to accompany The Very Hungry Caterpillar! (via Ohdeedoh)
• I fear that the murderer may be amongst us!

And here are my latest posts from Babble’s Family Style blog…

• I think I need this bookend for our library.
• Blankets personalized with a child’s initials are great, but I think a custom silhouette blanket is more fun.
• Aviator sunglasses for kids are rad.
• Is the price too high, or just right for this pretty chalkboard?
• Did you see this lovely new line of bedding? Of course, I’m partial to the name, Auggie.

• Learn how to make your own clever art supply pouches! I want to make the one with the crayons. (via Ohdeedoh
• Woah. A perfect blend of fashion, great photography, and a really cute girl.
• Anthropologie introduced their new decorator concept services.
• The most adorable thing you will see all day. Truly.
• Let’s talk photo crediting. With a pretty flowchart poster.
• *pop* Surprise! *smile* That’s my interpretation of what would happen upon receiving one of these confetti invitations.

I started writing daily for Babble’s Family Style blog last week. Here’s what I’ve been sharing over there…

• Yay, four new animal photos by Sharon Montrose!
• Super cute, eco-friendly bamboo mobiles.
• Party with Olivia! Eleanor would be so geeked.
• Cute, classic rain gear almost makes me wish for rainy days. Almost.
• Rawr! These are perfect for the little dinosaur fans in your life.

• These printable paper cameras are a little bit of genius. (via Paper Crave)
• Creature Comforts has a new Project + Inspiration Galleries section, and it is amazing.
• Of course it’s a prototype. (Hah, type! Get it?)
• Heather Ross’ limited edition prints would be so sweet in a nursery. (via Ohdeedoh)
• Dino-mite! Just add plants.
• My favorite part of these organized kitchen drawers is Martha’s passive-aggressive labeled labelmaker.

Hey, guess what. I started writing daily for Babble’s Family Style blog this week! Check it.

• These are yummy and adorable, and you should make some for St. Patrick’s Day.
• Color your own art!
• I found the sweetest letterpress cards for little ones.
• Aches and pains? Take heart.
• I love good old-fashioned blocks, but these six sets are way more interesting.

• You saw Moses and Roman’s closet, right? So perfect.
• This branding for an eyewear company makes me smile.
• I love you, glitter garland.
• Kitchens are greatly improved by the addition of fantastic wallpaper.
• This poster would also be a welcome addition to any kitchen.
• These little relabeled spice tins are adorable.
• Danni put together such cute, handmade business cards.
• Isn’t this bathroom lovely?
• Such springy finds for your home!
• Drunken sailor.