Pretty Bird.

I love this series of photos shot by Luke Stephenson. His shot of the Red Canary above in particular makes my color loving heart quite happy.

Also thank you for the suggestions regarding my chair dilemma. I am happy to report that we hit up the Rose Bowl Flea Market this weekend and got our hands on two gems for under $200. Their current look is granny chic, but they are in such great shape that I can stand to look at them until they reach their full potential. Has any one tried to reupholster something themselves? Any tips to share?

Have A Seat.

I am in the process of trying to find some chairs for our living room and it makes me want to set my hair on fire and run down the street screaming because I can't find my idea of perfection. I want something with simple lines, a vintage feel, and a price tag that will not having me telling Punky "Sorry honey no college for you, but have seat in Mommy's pretty chair and try not to stain it with tears."

Enter (1) Urban Outfitters Madeline Chair, which has everything I am looking for - well almost. I REALLY want a chair that has the gorgeous purple color of the (2) Irene Bowl from Zara Home. Sigh.

Am I asking for too much? I think not.

Maybe I need to make friends with a good upholsterer. Also should I be concerned that the reviews state the chair is tiny and I have a husband who is 6'- see why I want to set my hair on fire?!?!?!

Branding Genius

Images via &Smith

Fabulous branding of a modern sweet shop by London design group &Smith. The cotton candy color scheme and delicate type is balanced perfectly with the collage style black and white photography. Whimsy and sweet.

Monday Goodness.

Happy Monday Friends!!! 

This weekend I had a small love affair with cupcakes. The lovely Jenn over at A Home in the Making posted some delightful looking strawberry cupcakes last week and I was INSPIRED. You see in addition to the color white, fluffy puppies, and unicorns  - strawberry cupcakes make my little heart sing with joy. So I was determined to make them this weekend and I did. 

Yay me!!! 

Head over and check out her delish recipe for yourself here and be prepared to skip with pure happiness that only a cupcake with lovely pink frosting can bring you. If your jeans are a little snug just skip a little more, it's worth it, I promise. 

Don't Worry Baby, It's Friday.

Summer is my favorite time of year. I look forward to it mostly because things seem to slow down a bit. This weekend looks promising -  filled with surfing, lazy afternoons, cool breezes, and maybe even cupcake making. 

Punky has two new boards on loan for the summer that she is itching to try out so it looks like a majority of our weekend will be spent on the beach, no complaints coming from me. 

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!

Women We Love: Joni Mitchell

Joni Mitchell - lyrics from "All I Want" (1970)

I do not have a source as this is a picture I have saved from long ago, but I believe it was shot sometime in the early 70's since there are similiar shots from around that time. If anyone knows the photographer let me know.

A Diary and A Dress.

I have loved this book cover for the longest time so I was super excited to find an equally lovely dress to pair with it.

The Diary: The Golden Road

The Dress: Gathered Hemlock Dress