Category: Honor Roll

• I know, right?
• A fake interview with Gary Shteyngart.
• I adore color and pattern, but sometimes I fall hard for cozy neutrals.
• DOCUMERICA: Images of America in Crisis in the 1970s. [via]
• This is a really sweet idea. Holly is one of the most thoughtful bloggers out there.
• And the color of the year is…

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

• I’m feeling optimistic about that plant’s chances.
• Because maybe you need a beauty refresher?
• Let’s draw happy people!
• The easiest boots EVER to get on your baby. Seriously. I bought them for August and they are awesome.
• Well, how else are you gonna wrap it?

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Jingle Bells – Christmas Video Greeting 2011 from Jared Foster on Vimeo.

• The Fosters have been making a holiday video in lieu of Christmas cards for the past four years. Their latest is up, and it’s the best one yet.
• Some great words on Inspiration vs. Imitation.
• It’s great to be alive!
• These are amazing.
• Paintings of Paris, très jolie.
• Brandon told me about Doritos tacos from Taco Bell last night. I should have been disgusted, but my initial reaction was delight! To the surprise of both of us, I think.

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

• “It is half past seven.”
• I put together a couple of Christmas tree decorating guides! Here’s a childhood nostalgia tree, and then a crazy, colorful Christmas tree too!
• I look at this as a challenge.
• I ordered a bumpit. I know. Before you judge me too harshly, take a look at this. (You’re going to want one too.)
• Super awesome.

• I’ve been paper doll-icized! (Thanks, Erin and Victoria.)
• The Roller Derby World Cup takes place this weekend. Go get ’em, ladies.
• Pretty DIY watercolor cards. [via Apartment Therapy]
• Pretty. Pink, let’s never be apart, OK?
• I’m fascinated by abandoned and decaying structures. [via]
• The 5 best toys of all time.

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

• Feeling the pull of the dark side? This wallpaper appeases decorators and Star Wars nerds alike.
• Sparkle, sparkle! I do love a bit of gold glitter for the holidays (or any day, really).
• I want to crank these cuties up. (Hello, teen/tween gift idea.)
• We have liftoff!
• Not the most exciting of home purchases, but a must for many as winter approaches.

• Quirky/beautiful.
• I’m increasingly drawn to gold and black these days, and I’ve admired that flatware for ages.
• I want to make one of these rainbow wrapped wreaths. Maybe in shades of pink?
• I want to try this, should I ever find myself in Grand Central Station.
• I heart this.
• And among a list of fun, often fluffy things, I add this. It broke my heart.

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

• I’ve been doing my hair like this since I saw the tutorial. So easy, and so pretty.
• Turn your iPhone into a Holga camera!
• Or if you’re more of an Instagram user, here’s how to turn your photos into magnets.
• Eleanor’s been playing with her food, and I wholeheartedly approve.
• Disguise your iPad or MacBook as a vintage book. (I want one.)

• Gifted, the free holiday gift guide, is out again this year. So good.
• Draw a stickman. Because it’s fun.
• Do you alter your clothes? I feel like not enough people take the time (I’m guilty sometimes too), but it makes such a big difference.
• Table settings so pretty, they make me jealous.
• Patterns, patterns, patterns!

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

• 10 nursing-friendly party dresses. (They’re cute, even if you’re not nursing.)
• Marcel the Shell with Shoes On is back. And I want to dress E in pink shoes in Marcel’s honor.
• Spoon rests and naiveté.
• Have a little fan of trains, planes, and automobiles? Check out this book.
• Design your own muppet!