X&O Hearts

I love these Valentine's Day stencil cookies by The Jewels of New York. They're cute, modern and fun. Check out their step by step tutorial on Opening Ceremony. Wouldn't you love to receive (and eat!) one of these today?

Happy, Happy Valentine's Day!

{photos by the jewels of new york}

43 years of Marriage

Yesterday was my parent's 43rd wedding anniversary. They were married back in 1968. Boy how times have changed. Looking at their wedding photos they both look cautiously happy and a little nervous. At only 19 they were getting married, expecting their first child and shortly after their wedding my Dad was drafted to Vietnam. I couldn't imagine dealing with all of that at my ripe old age of 30, yet alone at 19. But lucky for them (and my sisters and me!) everything worked out the way it was supposed to. They've had an amazing and solid marriage and I'm thankful to have them as my parents.

I Think You're Beautiful!

Nearly 10 years ago, Patrick bought me Mirror, Mirror by Joop Steenkamer, Jr. for Valentine's Day. It is one of the loveliest and most thoughtful presents I've ever received. Although Patrick didn't write these sweet and over complimentary words, I knew he felt them. Today we have the mirror hanging in our Lyla Belle's room. This is one of those presents that every time you see it, you feel special. It's a simple piece, with such an overwhelming and heartfelt message.

{photos from theo}

Feather Love

I've been considering one of these mobiles for a while now... We desperately need something behind the wall of our bed and I'm not really interested in going the headboard route or big photo route (the latter which my husband wants). I really want something light, romantic and pretty. A feather mobile would be perfect, I think.

{photos from after all}

Pink & Sweet

My friend Greta's amazing shop Layer Cake has some of the cutest baking supplies out there. Here are some of my favorites for Valentines Day. I'm in love with the heart twist ties!

{images from layer cake shop}

Underwater Beauty

I'm completely enamoured by this underwater photo series by Howard Shatz. Absolute perfection.

{photos from 20 ltd by howard shatz}

The Dull Diamond

Hello! I hope everyone's 2011 is off to a fantastic start!

Here are some super cute ways to fancy & color up your 2011. The Dull Diamond is a new and fresh shop by Jen Murphy (bear and cake topper fame) and Emily Saunders. I'm loving the the pops of color and geometric feel of all of the pieces.

Congrats Jen & Emily!

{photos from the dull diamond}

The Gift of Rody

Do you know Rody? He's an awesome little blow-up horse for kids! Perfect for Lyla's age (20 mths) and beyond as you blow it up more as your child grows. Good times all around!


{images from rody}

Lovely Lucky

Ah, the Danish brand Lucky Boy Sunday gets it. Their soft goodies are full of wit, color, happiness and sweetness. Browsing through their site, I smiled and wished I could hurry up and buy something for Lyla, but it appears they aren't available in the US. Please, some fabulous US merchant, hurry and stock these goodies!

{photos from lucky boy sunday}

Rustic & Pretty

I love these recycled wood trees by Wood & Wool Stool. Rustic and pretty make the perfect combination.

{photos from wood & wool stool}