March 5, 2009

blue cole press

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blue cole press notes | simple pretty

The softness of the blue in this set of eight letterpressed flat cards from blue cole press says “spring” to me.

image from bluecole.etsy.com

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March 5, 2009

Melanie Marder Parks calligraphy

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melanie marder parks calligraphy | simple pretty

Charming illustration + calligraphy from artist Melanie Marder Parks.

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March 4, 2009

Serenbe

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serenbe in cottage living | simple pretty

The New York Times featured Serenbe in Sunday’s travel section. Sounds like a wonderful place to spend a weekend. Or live, if my dream house (pictured above) ever comes on the market. When I visit, I’d like to stay at the Nest. Looks heavenly.

cottage living cover image from serenbe.com

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March 4, 2009

Cutest Medicine Tin

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cox and cox medicine tin | simple pretty

Cox & Cox has updated its site with new spring items. I’m fixated on this smart red medicine tin, but at $40+ for shipping, I think I’ll have to admire the photo.

photo from coxandcox.co.uk

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March 4, 2009

Handwriting tips from Lettergirl

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lettergirl calligraphed card | simple pretty

Speaking of pretty handwriting, Gina from Dreamland Desings and etsy shop Lettergirl blogged about five helpful tips for improving your handwriting. Not to give anything away, but tip #1 is practice, and it’s where I fall off the wagon every single time.

image from richinnerlife.typepad.com

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