October 12, 2009

kids thank you cards


What a cute idea for a thank you card from a Mom on Ohdeedoh. After her daughter's birthday she took a picture of her with each present she received using it. She then put the photo on white card stock with a thank you note below it. That way even people who missed seeing their gift opened still had a cute photo of her having fun with it!
images: ohdeedoh

October 9, 2009

pumpkin patch with noah



Noah had his first trip to the Pumpkin Patch this year. Last year he was only four months old just a little to young to enjoy it. We had been having really hot weather but we got lucky and the day we went was the first day that felt like fall. Noah's most favorite thing to do now is go outside. If you are home and walk towards the door or say the word outside he stands by the door and waits for you to take him outside. Needless to say being at the Pumpkin Patch was heaven for him. It was so fun watching him run around, check out all the pumpkins, play with other kids and be outside where he is free and feels like a big boy!
images: Brittany Parker

leaf crisps

What a cute idea for fall for an added touch to a salad. Leaf crisps made from wonton wrappers with parmesan cheese and herbs. You can find the recipe here from Martha Stewart.
via: the kitchn

October 7, 2009

sweet cake tub

How cute is this little cupcake tub via ohdeedoh. Noah would love playing in this!

October 6, 2009

Stephanie Nielson

If you are not already aware of it Stephanie Nielson from Nie Nie Dialogues is going to be on Oprah tomorrow. She has the most amazing blog about her family. The first time I heard about her blog via Design Mom, I was immediately struck with her creativity and talent as a homemaker, Mom and photographer. It was so good I actually went back in time and read her entire blog. It was devastating last year to hear about the plane crash she was in with her husband where she was burned over 80% of her body. She fought her way back with courage and faith and to be there for her 4 beautiful children. She has been honest about the struggles she has gone through, talking about it on her blog and inspiring so many people. I cannot wait for her visit tomorrow on Oprah, something you won't want to miss!
photo: The Nielson Family by Blue Lily Photography

October 4, 2009

pier 1





Have you been into Pier 1 lately? Brittany and I were shopping for a Halloween bag for Noah and decided to check out Pier 1. We were so surprised when we walked in and saw all the new items they had. A lot of their merchandise looked like it could have come from Antropologie just a lot less expensive.
A few of my favorite items:
1. Write on chalkboard glasses (perfect for big family gatherings)
2. Teacup with the cutest saying
3. Noah modeling a Halloween Headband
4. Josette Chair

October 1, 2009

lonny magazine





Today was the launch of the online magazine Lonny, headed by former market Domino editor Michelle Adams. It appears that everyone is loving it as much as I am. What is cool about it being online is if you see something you love you just click on it and it takes you right were you can find it. Love this feature! Above are some of my favorite photos from their first issue. Check out the whole thing for all its great articles, tips and beautiful decor.
photos: Patrick Cline