Nato Welton

Delightful pictures. Found here by Nato Welton
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Take a peek.

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{Melissa}

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::via Nato Welton

Comfort and art all rolled into one...

Hello friends! I was just shopping around today and I found these adorable pillows. I am really coveting the White Rabbit one. I love that art can look good on a pillow. Totally cute.

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Just a quick stop for today, back tomorrow with more! Hope that everyone's weekend was relaxing.

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{Melissa}

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::via nuka

Rie Elise Larsen

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Go to this site now if you are looking for some new inspiration. These designs from Denmark are fantastic. I love the colors and the mixture of patterns. My creative juices are definitely rejuvenated.

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Yeah for Friday tomorrow!

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{Melissa}

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P.S. More about my fun summer trips to come :)

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::via Rie Elise Larsen

I'll take one, please.

I. want. this. bag. LOVE it. It would be perfect for my upcoming trips during the summer. Now, I only need to convince my wallet that this is a necessity, not a want. Good luck on that one :)

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{Melissa}

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::via bees'netta etsy blog

Sewing Green

I am completely done with finals! Time to relax and look forward to doing something crafty, or fun for a change.

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I've been thinking a lot about sewing lately, and I came across this book about Sewing Green, soon to be released. It looks like it has some great projects. You can view a preview from STC Craft/Melanie Falick Books here.

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Maybe this will inspire some summer sewing.

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Have a good Monday!

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{Melissa}

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::via decor8, STC Craft/Melanie Falick Books

Book Worm

Hooray for the weekend! Looking forward to

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reading

sewing

finishing up a birthday present

finally relaxing

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I wanted to share this adorable party invite-- great for any book lover. I love the whole idea (I'll have to steal it for myself :) Go here for the full instructions.

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Have a good one!

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{Melissa}

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via:: Nesting, from Jordan Ferny

I Wish...

I love this idea! Why is it that I didn't think of it first?

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What would you wish for?

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{Melissa}

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:: via Threefold

Ring Around the Rosies

Hello friends! Thanks for all the kind wishes about finals. The last few days were not fun, believe me. Writing 30 pages of literary critique in 3 days is stressful, to say the least. However, I am looking forward to a couple of days off and only one more final next week, which shouldn't be bad. It is the last day in pattern making -sniff- but I can't wait to try out some of the things I have been working on during the beautiful summer months ahead.
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I've been loving these flower inspired items from anthropologie. A great way to jazz up any casual outfit. My favorite is the necklace.

Thanks for stopping by! Back to studying... but maybe in a few more minutes :)

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{Melissa}

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:: via anthropologie; 1, 2, 3, 4

Wedding Envy

Hello friends! The weekend is here, and I am swamped with writing my final papers for my classes, so I thought I'd post one of my favorite wedding inspirations to give me the get-go to finish.

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This is from the wedding of KC and Sara Giessen on their August 2nd wedding last year. I love the wood backdrop in the pictures that carries into the wedding favors. Lovely!

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Back on Monday!

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{Melissa}

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::via kc & sara

Hello Yellow

I never thought of using yellow on the walls, but this room makes me want to reconsider.

{Melissa}
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:: via domino

Heidi Merrick

I love Heidi Merrick's new Summer 2009 collection. Her clothes remind me of vintage summer parties and sitting under the shade.
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{Melissa}

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:: via Heidi Merrick

Gorgeous, right?

Aren't these pictures beautiful-- not only because of the costumes, but because of the art in the photo with the poses, the lighting... what more can I say?

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It reminds me of Marie Antoinette and those mysterious eyes that lie behind the mask.

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Enjoy the beginning of the week! I am at the end of the semester, which is happy because I am almost done, but sad because I haven't conquered finals yet. Wish me luck!

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{Melissa}

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::via Jimmy Backium Photography

Book Cover, anyone?

I love this idea: a book cover that is covered with pictures of books. So cute, by the talented Kate Spade. Check out the website for a better explanation and more covers.

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Friday is nearly here! I am so excited! I will see you soon...

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{Melissa}

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:: via Kate Spade

Need a pen?

I've been thinking a lot about the upcoming summer and enjoying the little things lately. What better way to record your thoughts down in something like these beauties? I love that the fabric is screen printed from the original illustrations of Lara Cameron. These were also created with the help from Nicole Lecht of freshly blended.

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Grab one from her shop fast before they are gone! These are part of a limited edition set.

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Happy Wednesday!

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{Melissa}

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:: via freshly blended