small business saturday

being a small business owner myself I was thrilled to learn about small business saturday this year. (was it new this year or have I been living under a rock?) anyway - the saturday after thanksgiving - my fam and I happily ventured out to visit (and support!) some of our fave local small businesses. I picked up these goodies from kyss boutique. the bag was handmade in bali and the necklace from a local designer. love! did you participate in small business saturday?

{photos by me}

catalogs.

ever since taryn told me about the "catalogs" app - my ipad and I have been obsessed. you can browse hundreds of catalogs from many retailers (and I only assume the list will continue to grow), shop directly from the app, bookmark your faves and even make cute little collages. I put these together last night

Etsy Finds { Spring Sweets }

Who is ready for some pastels, ruffles, florals or maybe just a little sunshine?


1. Bird Nest Necklace
2. Rosy Rosebud Necklace
3. A Peaceful Afternoon Dress
4. Silk Bloom Headband

Happy { International } Earth Day :: Shop Green

Today is International Earth Day. Did you know there are two Earth Day's celebrated each year? Here in the US we will officially celebrate on April 22nd, but why not celebrate early? And TWICE?

Here are some fashionable ways to celebrate our gorgeous planet...super fabulous ECO-FRIENDLY clothes and accessories from Nimli.







And what's even more fashionable? Being Active. Simple ways to do your part are here and here. And here.
And my personal favorite. Easy and delicious.


Happy Earth Day!

Etsy { LOVE } Corrieberry Pie

I stumbled across Corrie's etsy shop this morning - which led me to her blog. And as if her name wasn't cute enough - she has the most darling handmade goodies. Here are just a few of my favorites....


{Sundry Wrap No. 2}


{Secret Necklace No. 1}


{Strawberry Patch Garland}
How fun is this...I can just imagine it in a little girls room. So sweet.


Go pop by her shop and give her a little Etsy love.

Around the { House }

Ever since Hawaii I've been a little off on my 365. I haven't missed a day (I don't think) Just haven't been very good about posting them...and worse - I haven't been keeping up with my themes. But that is all about to change. This week's theme is Around the House. Recommended by Coco + Kelley. Thanks Cassie!


These little guys are my new favorite thing. Measuring Cups! Yes measuring cups.



Everyone needs pretty soap.



I needed a little retail therapy the other day and these were WAY on sale.



These old bottles belonged to my Gran. I have a feeling I will be using them as photo props quite often.

{ Because } What else is there to do?

My baby {MacBook} is in the shop {Apple Store} and I really don't know what to do with myself. My 365 is suffering - I'm still taking photos but I have a lot of catch up posting to do. I have MASSIVE amounts of photos to edit and we're trying to save money so we can buy a house someday in the not too distant future.
So what am I'm doing? Online window shopping. AKA torturing myself.


Creamy white items of decor to put in my imaginary creamy white home with awesome creamy white light spilling from every room.


A really sweet frilly dress paired with a dark leather jacket

A giant bag to hold my camera, sunglasses, keys, cell phone (if I didn't leave it at home), book, other camera, wallet, more keys, lip gloss, journal/notebook/idea keeper, chap stick....



A really comfy tee & high waisted mini skirt. And a clutch for when I don't want to lug around a giant bag.



Long dresses are my weakness. I honestly think they're perfect for every summer occasion.



A chunky necklace and a girly ribbon.


A healthy laptop so my life can go back to normal. I'm pathetic, huh?

Etsy Finds { Gray }

I've had a craving for gray lately so...here we go!



Clockwise from top left:
Woolly Oyster Bag
Pont Neuf Painter Dress
Silver Gem Drop Earrings
Midst Print
Wild Mushrooms
Grey Berry Bowl
Rosemont Sweater
Soy Candle
Crochet Teddy Bear
Bicycle Print Tee
Vintage Typewriter Key Necklace
Valentine Card
Miniature Donkey