As my husband embarks on an amazing 10-day trip to Kenya with Compassion International, I thought it would make me feel closer to him and his adventure by posting some beautiful things inspired by and from this African country.

Photo left: Samburu Girl in Full Traditional Dress

Amazing jewelry from Kenyan artisans (launching exclusively with Urban Outfitters [...]

Summer is my favorite season. Fall is a close second. Our days get shorter, the scarves come out, and oh, the beautiful dark rich colors! It makes me want to run to the store for some cocoa, but it’s still 80 degrees in my office. Oh well, I know the cool temps will come soon [...]

Anyone getting married soon? I found the cutest little handmade birdie cake toppers. They are PRECIOUS! Ashley Anna Brown is the creator of these little wonders, and each one is unique.

I stumbled on this flickr favorites set from Lush Bella and was hypnotized by all the pretty eye candy. Lately in my estate sale shopping I’ve been picking up little miniature objects and random items just because I think they are neat but certainly not for any practical use. These photos are rich in small [...]

I just had to post these images from the new Hubble telescope. Amazing huh? On the right photo, a dying star five times the mass of the sun on the verge of exploding creates a cosmic “butterfly” in which the “wings,” together span about two light-years. Wow!

The heavens declare the glory of God; and [...]

After only 3 issues, Utterly Engaged has really captured the attention of the wedding industry. For good reason. The content, photography and articles are so well done and full of inspiration – even if you aren’t planning a wedding. Just look at these images!

Love this idea of a spool note.

I especially can appreciate the Big [...]

Embroidery has always intimated me for some reason. Maybe because in order to do it right, I feel like I need to be willing to work on it for days — and I just love the quick projects too much. But these images make me want to attempt an embroidery piece pretty bad.

Embroidery in Color [...]

I woke up this morning to a small buzz on my new ring pillows and several sales on etsy. Style Me Pretty blogged about them and my bunting was highlighted by Eat Drink Chic. (Thanks ladies!) Southern Weddings Magazine asked me to send them a sample, and who knows what that will bring! So I [...]

I’m loving the products from a new etsy shop, apcollective. Not only are the products great, but the photography is beautiful too!
Plum Flower Hairclip // Feathers and Fabric Hairpiece // Olive Green Flower Hairclip

I am so inspired by the creations of French artist, Lyndie Dourthe. Amazing!

Her work is inspired by the 18th century’s curiosity cabinet and her passion for nature, animals, flowers, and botany.