Vintage Inspiration {Florabond}

Stunning... That's all I can really say of the vintage inspired creations from "Florabond"... Enjoy!

Vintage Inspiration {Natalie Farrell}

I am just smitten with the vintage button bags and purses from the shop of "Natalie Farrell"... Enjoy!

Vintage Inspiration {Alice and Elise}

I'm just in awe of the vintage inspired creations from the shop of "Alice and Elise" ... I'm particularly partial to the albums... Enjoy!

Vintage Inspiration {John Met Betty}

I happened upon the shop of "John Met Betty" a few months ago... I was quite taken with the unique use of vintage fabric and buttons... Turning the clutch into something fun rather than stuffy! Enjoy!

Weekend Project {Creating a No Fuss Garden}

"How to Create a No-Fuss Garden" from "Real Simple Magazine"

I Wish I Were a Gardener...

A lovely selection of Garden Aprons... Enjoy!

"Pop Garden Apron" from "Quaint and Quirky"

"Bright Botanical Garden/Craft Apron" from "Sew Merry"

"Tea Towel Garden Apron" from "Whoopsie Daises"

"Fruity Mama" Apron from "Snappy Shop"

"Deep Pocket Apron" from "In Good Company"

I Wish I Were a Gardener...

Wandering around the blog, "Blomsterverkstad" of Minna Mercke Schmidt, a photographer & stylist has left me in awe and inspired me... That I too might want to try my hand at gardening! The trees and flowers are blooming everywhere... And our newly planted vine (last summer) has begun to climb the wall... Perhaps... Maybe someday... But while I wait (and gather strength), I'll enjoy the garden shots of Minna... Enjoy!

I Wish I Were a Gardener...

The tree is gone... And I think Jay has won the battle... Planting a new tree it is!

So perhaps, instead of a large outdoor garden (who was I kidding anyways?) a container garden might be a good start... I'm just smitten with the gardening kits from "Monkeys Always Look"... Enjoy!

I Wish I Were a Gardener...

In a very sad development around the Wagler house, the lovely Norway Maple in our backyard (half of the reason we fell in love with the space in the first place) is coming down tomorrow... We lost a very large branch a few weeks ago, had it looked at and apparently it's 'diseased'... It's been a tough decision... It seemed easier a few weeks ago, when it was brown and barren... Now it is full of budding leaves and full of life... And alas, the decision is made... Tomorrow we say good-bye... I know it's just a tree... But it's the shade of our evening summer dinners and our shelter from the noise of the city... It's also incredibly beautiful...

With a huge empty space in our backyard about to be reality, we've been contemplating how to best use it... Plant a new tree (Jay's preference), plant a garden, create a 'cozy' sitting area... I have no idea... I LOVE the idea of a garden... But I have what one might consider a 'black thumb' rather than the much needed 'green thumb'... However, it has gotten me thinking about gardening... Perhaps it's time to change from black thumbed, to green... And with all the inspiration of this coming week, I just might give it a try! 

Today's feature would allow me to start small... An herb garden anyone?

'Herb Garden Plant Markers' from "Nina Gibson Designs"

Weekend Project {Glass Etching}

A weekend project I've been thinking of for years now... Yes years... A tutorial in "Glass Etching"... Enjoy...

Illustration Inspirations {Paper Moth}

Original Illustrations by "Paper Moth"