The Japon jewelry box looks like a mini-boom box circa 1980s. And it would be equally at home in my office organizing supplies as in my closet organizing jewelry. Dual-functionality always get extra points from this girl.
My patience is on a short leash, so these lovely fabric flowers are most likely outside my realm of sanity. But wouldn’t it be lovely to make a dozen or so and turn them into pins for friends on Valentine’s Day? I think so. (For those of you braver than I, there’s a great tutorial to lead the way.)
Every year I say how I’m not a big believer in Valentine’s Day. And every year I fall a little further into the trap that is February 14th. Here are a few things I’ve spotted recently that I think would make great gifts. The kind that someone keeps around until they’re 85. The kind that are sure to bring fabulous stories with them wherever they go.
Posted In gifts, holidays, valentine's dayHow do you plan on spending your weekend? Tonight I’ll be going to a local benefit, Raising Haiti 2.0. If you’re in Oklahoma you should plan on stopping by, all proceeds are headed straight to Haiti.
+ A little birdie told me about these sweet valentines for you to download
+ Feeling bored with your tableware? Customize it.
+ I’m see this jewelry bust project in my future
+ Sweet lip + moustache lollipops to hand out on the 14th
+ Want to know what makes me happy?
+ And I think these rainbow pancakes would make us all happy!
+ Your search for cute black flats is officially over.
+ Nonpariel magazine is live! (Isn’t that best name??)
+ Pretty desktop wallpapers to welcome in your February 1, 2
Happy Weekend!
PS: You have until Monday morning at 9am CST to enter the Postal Press giveaway for a shot at winning 100 silhouette business cards!
I’ve been on the hunt for a vase that does its job or is okay with just sitting there and looking pretty. Yesterday I picked up a ceramic one that is tall, slender and adorned with a white on white raised honeycomb pattern. It’s new home in on my mantel.
But then I saw these. They’re actually called Pretty Vases. And I love the bold, bright colors paired with the unconventional pipe-mimicking design.
Posted In accessories, grand design, house and home
A sweet idea for sending an unexpected message to your valentine.
I know I’m not the only one out there who’s noticed a surge in subway art over the past few months. And I’m obviously not the only one who’s toyed with the notion of creating some of my own. Just look at this step-by-step tutorial from Ashley at lil blue boo and tell me you’re not going to be running out to the hardware store to pick up wood and spray paint this weekend. {via Shelterpop}
I waited a little longer than usual to post this roundup of valentine beauties because I wanted to narrow it down to the best of the best. So here they are, the sweetest of the sweets for sending out some love February 14th style!
Posted In cards, holidays, paper goods, round up, valentine's day
Great functional design in this Candleholder with Matches and the two never need be apart again.
For the second time this week I’m mad at myself for having been ahead of the game and having my valentines finished. To me doilies normally seem overly stuffy and remind me of crocheting, but these Doily Valentines somehow manage to look chic and clever. I think it’s the decidedly un-Valentine’s Day colors that help get it done. (Note to Self: Ditch the pink and red next year.)
