Monthly Archives: November 2008

Etsy finds: Red arrows mini dish

photo from PrinceDesignUK at Etsy
Gilly pointed me toward PrinceDesignUK’s shop (what is it with England and great pottery?) and I think this Red arrow mini dish would make a nice present. I think the suggestion of using it to serve a small cupcake is sweet.

Etsy Finds: Pomegranate Notes

photo from papermenagerie.etsy.com
I’ll admit to spending far too much time at Etsy over the holiday weekend. But my social life loss is your gain, because I have lots to share! These pomegranate notes from Papermenagerie are simple and sweet. Available in sets of two, four, and eight. Bonus! All note sets are buy one get [...]

One Step Closer

My planters are “greened” and ready to go! (It was sunny but cold when I worked on this, and let’s just say I’m glad to check off that task.)
On my list for today: pick up the turkey, as well as a few other goodies for Thursday. Then, re-read the directions for the dishes I’m cooking [...]

Paper Dragonfly Studio

my favorite: it’s quietly gorgeous
wish letterpress card
photo from paper dragonfly studio @ etsy
Nole’s Holiday Card post introduced me to Paper Dragonfly Studio. Thought I’d share a few more cards with you. Pretty pretty!

calligraphy snowflake letterpress card
photo from paper dragonfly studio @ etsy

holiday wish letterpress card
photo from paper dragonfly studio @ etsy

bloom letterpress card
photo from paper [...]

Little :: Chocolate :: luxuries

photo from surlatable.com
This looks heavenly. I’m going to do just what the photo suggests, as soon as I get to my local Sur la Table. There are other flavors, too. $22 each.

Next project (that is not Thanksgiving)

Good morning! School’s out and we’re in full vacation mode, which means sleeping in (I hope) and a nice long, leisurely morning. My task for today, if I can track down some blocks of oasis foam, is to get the bundles of greens arranged in the front porch urns.
I’ll be back with little posts here [...]

Little :: Bella Bella :: luxuries

photo from bellabella.etsy.com
Aren’t these Jetsetter social cards clever? The envelope flap on the back is a nice touch. $40 for fifty right here.
Update: you must check out the Bella Bella blog ….

I want to go!

photo from aiga.org
This event sounds incredible. The Dinner Party: a conversation about design and food. Two of my favorite things, and the speakers are top notch. Dan Barber, Matteo Bologna, AvroKO, and Will Goldfarb. I’m turning green as I type this. The jealous green.
via designworklife