Friday, March 29, 2013

Destination: Hawaii

By Malene Birger Yellow Dress

Acne Studios Yellow Hat
These are my two new rays of sunshine I'll be sure to pack for an upcoming destination wedding in Hawaii. Looking forward to spending time on the beach in my zimmermann bathing suit sipping lava flows. Oh, and probably also a lot of chasing after my baby.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Doodling

I Love Doodle "Bad Hair Day" Lim Heng Swee Print
I mostly love this sun because it looks like my son. Jackson always looks like he's having a middle-aged-man-comb-over bad hair day. These lovely prints by artist Lim Heng Swee have so much character. I'd like to bring some of these home. 

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

More the merrier

Mrs Eliot Books Washi Tray
Oelwein Cloud Tray
Oelwein Confetti Tray
Mrs Eliot Books Paperchain Snack Tray

I'd like to use a different tray for every occasion. They are my new obsession and these make me particularly happy. They will be useful for bringing snacks outside by the pool or even for the bathroom to stack hand towels or toiletries. They'd also make cute hostess gifts wrapped up with jams or baked goods.


Thursday, March 7, 2013

Custom invitations

Be still my heart. I wanted a custom illustration of Jackson to go on his paperless birthday party invitations. I'm also going to make my own thank you cards with this portrait. Artist Kate Whitmore did an amazing job capturing the personality of J and adding all of the details of his hanbok, the traditional Korean outfit. This is the exact same outfit his daddy wore over 30 years ago, stored with love from grandma.

On a side note, Jackson is nearly 11 months old. We're teaching him tricks, like a little puppy. He can now shake his head and clap on command. We're trying to teach him to wave hi and goodbye, and how to kiss on the cheek. He got his first cut yesterday. I usually let him play with the bottom of the refrigerator after having tested it out...evidently, it is still sharp enough to slice a finger. After trying to stop the bleeding - and much hyperventilating and some tears (of mine) - I rushed him to the doctor. Only some ointment and a bandaid needed thankfully. The first of many scares, I'm sure. Wish I could cover him in bubble wrap.

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Hello, Spring




Hi, we are two quirky bunnies here to greet guests for J's first birthday party.
Decided for sure on a Spring theme for J's big day. These are the first decorations I've bought. Tons more to do. I intended to shop online for everything, but so glad I braved downtown for these gems.

Friday, March 1, 2013

Books Galore

Library from Failblog
Mandala Bookshelf from Apartment Therapy

I'm against clutter, so once I finish a book, I'm quick to pass it along to a friend or donate it. However, these bookshelves are gorgeous. I'd love to incorporate them into my home design and start collecting. Who knew clutter could be so inspiring.
Unfortunately, I have not picked up a book in at least 6 months. The last one I read was Jill Stamm's "Bright from the Start", which helps me interact with my baby in ways that are best for his brain development.