lovely bundle {manly}

Not my typical blog content, but as I prep to celebrate my Husband's 29th Birthday I can't help but think of all that I love about him. He is about as manly as they come. Most assuredly a viking born a few eras too late—sans full beard that he desperately prays will grow someday. My complimentary opposite in many many ways. Below is the invite I whipped up for this weekend, showing you for kicks.

I do truly love every inch of his modern viking/zombie killing/irish fighting/gentlemanly self.

Have a stellar weekend, friends!

Image Sources: 1. Eleanor Lonardo (via Pinterest) // 2. Art of Manliness // 3. Serious Ron (via Pinterest) // 4. Zed's Zombie Ranch // 5. someecards (via Pinterest) //

how does your {herb} garden grow? ::: pt 2

My how starting from seeds takes time. Remember when I posted my herb garden part 1? Just recentely I felt they were worthy of the title garden. And yes, I cheated by adding a purchased lavender, chive, and dill plant. In case you were wondering why everything looks so large and plush.

For garden markers I didn't get too crazy. Popsicle sticks with stamped lettering is all I need for this simple bucket o'herbs.

Anyone else have herb gardens to share?

notable: tag team tompkins

A good day for a little Wilde inspiration. Never a bad day for handrawn type.

Featured Artist: Tag Team Tompkins

summer fun // bucket list //

Happy Monday!

In order to slow down and not let the summer pass me by, I've decided to create a summer "bucket list". Aaannndd of course I feel that you need one too! Below are downloads that you can edit to create your customized list. There is also a circle option to throw into your bucket as you tackle each activity.

It's official. Enjoy your summer.

slow down just a bit

My goodness, where have I been? While I can't stand the "I'm so busy" excuse, adding the large volunteer projects (3 weeks in a row!) on top of my regular work load has sadly left my blog to suffer. Please excuse my crash & burn this week.

Now time to put my household back in order and catch up on overdue work. In tandem, I challenge us all to slow down over the next few days.

Image Source: Typography Served (via Pinterest) **And now I want to buy the typeface Babycakes

lovely bundle {sunshine}

Today I will be OUT enjoying the sunshine! Another volunteer photographer gig, these seem to be a regular for me :p

I hope you are able to relish in some sunshine this weekend!

Image Sources: 1. Urban Outfitters (via Design is Mine) // 2. Craig Schlewitz (via Pinterest) // 3. Made by Amelia (via Pinterest) // 4. Jose Villa (via Pinterest) // 5. Meisi (via Pinterest) // 6. Pennywishes //

a few spring flowers

I hope your week is going well! Mine is absolutely flying. I wanted to snap a few quick photos of my current blooms before they disappear. Unfortunately my prize specimen—peonies—were destroyed by hail 3 days after their first bloom. Grrr. The hollyhocks and hydrangeas will have to do this year.

It's almost Friday, people!

notable: photography concentrate

I've had this inspirational print tucked away for a while, and today seems fitting. Last weekend I photographed senior portraits, and not only that they are seniors about to foster out of the system. I RARELY take portraits and it's such a different experience. It was more than a pleasure to glimpse into these young lives for a few hours, and I think this quote by an original photojournalist gangster captures it perfectly (as she always did).

Any of my readers portrait photographers? What do you love most?

Featured Artist: Photography Concentrate, print available for FREE DOWNLOAD (via Pinterest)

mother's day idea ::: paper ranunculus

Happy Monday! It comes so quickly, does it not?

Should you have a few hours (perhaps vegging in front of the tv) and some pretty paper—I recommend making a sweet bouquet or stem of this flower. I'm such a cool color person that this paper had me at aqua & cobalt blue. Metallic silver is a lovely bonus.

Here's to a great week, friends!

Tutorial by: D.I.Y. or Don't! (pdf pattern available here)

lovely bundle {color block}

Definitely a trend of late. Can't say I don't enjoy a large splash of color.

Enjoy your weekend, friends!

Image Sources: 1. Britt Bass featured on The Jealous Curator (via Pinterest) // 2. Magnus Anesund Photography (via SF Girl By Bay) // 3. ASOS (via The Sweetest Occasion) // 4. Alice & Olivia (via Pinterest) // 5. Because Studio (via Pinterest) //