Category: Honor Roll

Honor Roll
- Why aren’t new matchboxes this pretty? (above)
- Is Miette as wonderful as I imagine it to be? Judging by their latest cookies (inspired by their wallpapered walls), I’d say yes.
- I kinda want to live here too.
- I love everything about this four-to booth birthday!
- Need some storage bins and baskets for your Expedit? Here are some good options.
- John and Sherry finished their nursery!
- I care about this alot. (via Gwen Bell)
- I was reminded recently of the genius that is Garfield Minus Garfield.
- Thank you, surprises. (And curse words and dirty words, and my heart…)
April 30, 2010
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- The Ideal Bookshelf project is the best thing I’ve seen in a long time. Brandon and I met while working in an independent bookshop, and we have such a love for books! One of these prints would be perfectly at home in our library. (above, via design*sponge)
- Melissa reviewed the Silhouette SD digital paper cutting machine, and it looks so fun. I want one, badly.
- Speaking of silhouettes, did you see Eunice and Daniel’s lovely cake topper?
- I love this Ralph Lauren paint color. And good news: The RL line will still be available from independent paint dealers.
- As a girl with glasses, I’m looking forward to checking out the Girls with Glasses Show.
- I have often thought about creating beautiful dollhouse sized rooms like these. Wouldn’t that be fun?
- Oh Ricky, you’re so fine. (And oh, the stories parents tell their children!)
- Here’s a nice roundup of African accents. The colors and woven textures are so appealing to me.
- If you’re feeling crafty, try making a DIY paper medallion; You already have all the supplies you’ll need.
- I know it’s just a temporary look (much like my inexpensive bathroom fix), but I think a lot of people are urging Kim to make her bathroom redo a permanent one.
- I love modern backyard gardens.
- Vintage get well cards have the best illustrations.
April 16, 2010
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- I like to draw. I am awesome. (above, via Angry Chicken.)
- Cake vs. pie. Who will win?
- Abbey’s new mom wardrobe is so chic.
- What do you do with a giant stack of paint swatches from Martha’s new line? Make your own fan deck.
- You know I love fabric backing a cabinet or hutch. Here’s a little fabric as wallpaper how to.
- It’s always fun to peek into a stylish and organized closet.
- Benita got crafty with some eggs and the results are adorable.
- I am always up for a little craft studio inspiration. Who’s with me?
- I adore charming fashion illustrations.
- This Mrs. surely knows the way to my heart.
- I want fish scale tiles in my bathroom.
- The colorful and sweet touches in this Dutch home made me happy.
April 2, 2010
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- I love the necklace, I love the chair, and I love them even more juxtaposed in Oh Joy’s this & that series (above).
- I’m dying for a toffee chocolate bunny from my favorite chocolatiers, Vosges. (via A Cup of Jo)
- Bryn has me rethinking my decision to paint my trim white. Why not black?
- I loved the story of how Jules met The Mister.
- Brad and Angelina meet mid-century mod.
- The portfolio of stylist Rebecca Thuss always leaves me feeling inspired. (via Cafe Cartolina)
- Eunice and Daniel’s wedding was beautiful, and I bet a lot of fun!
- I bought this print for Brandon awhile back, but I wish mine came framed and with a dry erase marker.
  * Update: You can save 15% at Seattle Show Posters by entering “lovely” at checkout, good through April.
- Grammar rules meet vintage illustration.
- Some helpful time management tips for balancing parenthood with biz lady-hood (including a quote from me).
March 22, 2010
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- These cute little boutonniers (above) are meant for weddings, but I’d wear one any ol’ day. (via Hello!Lucky)
- Rejoice, for the new issue of lonny is out!
- Does your iPhone need more kittens? Kitty Caller can help.
- I love this gray and yellow bedding. (via CasaSugar)
- Maybe this adorable little elephant watering can would help you ‘never forget’ to water your flowers. (via A Cup of Jo)
- Doilies and pom poms pair up for a sweet gift wrapping.
- I want the dresser in this seventeen year-old’s bedroom.
- Super simple sewing curtains 101.
- These paintings of ladies in dresses juxtaposed with tools really struck me as beautiful.
- These Striped Carnival Party Dresses are so fun! (via Say YES! To Hoboken)
- I want to be A Literary Mrs. — Don’t you?
February 26, 2010
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Remember when I asked if you would like me to share items from my wish list with you? This is how I’m going to do it. I’m combining my favorites along with items from my well said section.
- Download and print this beautiful photo (above) of umbrellas floating across the sky.
- Hello cute little Parisian home. I want to come and visit you.
- Eleanor would be so cute in this jane dress. Is it a sign that the only size they have left is the size I would buy?
- How cute is this scallop trim coat? (Answer: Super cute.)
- The Chicago west elm store has just opened, and it is stunning. Look at the twelfth picture to see my favorite part: an installation of white and yellow paper parasols.
- Jonathan Adler Junior! I love the lion rug – roar.
- This colorful bracelet would bring a whole lotta cheer to your wrist.
- Banners + pennants = instant happy.
- Isn’t this super graphic black and white striped hallway just perfect?
- I want this elepant brooch. Jules says it’s bad luck because the trunk faces down. I still want it.
- I need Brandon to shave his beard into a mustache and sideburns so that we can take a photo like this.
February 3, 2010