Leanne Marshall

Isn't this dress from Project Runway alum, Leanne Marshall so pretty? I love these colors together.

via Bella Vita

Leifsdottir

Really lovely things over at Finnish company, Leifsdottir.

Cake Plate

Do you have one of Aedriel's plates yet? I love them! Here, she'll create a plate based upon your own individual wedding cake. Just one of the many ideas she has for . . . plates!

Stripes on Sale

Wishing I had either of these tops to wear for date night this weekend. Both on sale, at Vintage Fringe.

Canvas

I was a little shocked the other day when I received this very J. Crew-esque catalog from Lands' End, for their new line, Canvas. Liking, liking. Lots of basics, a bunch of cute accessories (jewelry, bags, shoes umbrellas !) and none of the flimsy t-shirts. Great mens' items, too. Take a look!

Little Fleur

The prettiest baubles on Etsy come from April's shop, Secondsister Jewelry. Isn't this precious?

Sailboats

Last year, I posted this adorable sailboat (left) from a UK shop, I believe (can't find the post!). My craftiest friend, Natalie, loved it so much that she created the one on the right for her little guy. Isn't it great?

package exchange

I always love to see the pretty ideas people come up with during one of Danni's Lovely Package Exchanges, at Oh, Hello Friend.

dream dresses

My two favorite dresses from the Oscars Red Carpet . . .


I thought Sandra Bullock looked so beautiful, though her dress wasn't my favorite. Her hair and makeup were impeccable! Loved that lip color.

Formspring

I've had fun reading some Q & As with my favorite bloggers on Formspring. I thought I'd join in as well. Ask away, here!

photo by Stephanie, at Auburn Soul

Runway Rewind

I thought it was interesting that they used one of these novelty shop type challenges this late in the show. usually, the grocery store caliber of challenge comes at the beginning. But I think the designers did a pretty good job considering their materials were limited to the hardware store. My favorite was Maya's design. The time it must have taken to construct pattern pieces and stitch them together to form this jacket from Venetian blind cording was just incredible. She did a great job.

I also loved Amy's design. Her fanning of the sandpaper and her use of pattern was really impressive. Cute!

The winning design was rather impressive as well, but I disagreed with Jesse's leaving. I thought Emilio's lack of vision and planning with his "washer bikini" was pretty inexcusable.

Your thoughts?

Cottage Love

I love so many things about this remodeled fisherman's cottage on Shelter Island, NY. Built in 1904 and renovated by design firm Schappacher White.

Photos by Laura Moss, from Remodelista, via The Style Files

cush

Really pretty pillows from designer, Caitlin Wilson's very own bed in Dubai.

need spring?

pretty paper wreath tutorial over at April's blog, Suaviloquy.

Fleur

Have I mentioned how much I love this Fleur Plaque from Ballard Designs?

Helen Norman

Helen Norman's photographs appear in major publications all the time. They are really lovely, here are some of my favorites.

Johnnie B.

Intrigued by the new teen line from Boden, Johnnie B. Have you had a look?

wildflowers

I spent the majority of my weekend in our yard. Working (we did relish the hammock for a few brief moments). The landscaping was neglected and quite overgrown when we moved in in December. We are in for a total rehaul, though it may take time. I think these bottle yard stakes would look pretty here and there, perhaps around the pool. Best part of them is, you can just pick wildflowers periodically and stash them inside. Aren't they lovely?

From At West End

Sandmaiden

There's something so right about these custom, "made to measure" organic knits from Etsy seller, Sandmaiden.

Sundance Sweets

Love these latest Spring items from the Sundance Catalog . . .

three days

Great sale going on at Magpie Lovely at the moment. Enter code SM20 to receive 20% off your entire order! I have my eye on this sewing kit. What a pretty little gift for the next friend who invites you over for dinner . . .

Code expires Friday!

marble

Pretty much oohed and aahed over these tile designs from Studium when I saw them in my House Beautiful. Aren't they lovely?

flower girl

Love this shot of my friend, Stephanie's little girl. Such a little doll. You can see more at Stephanie's photography blog, Auburn Soul Photography.

Estrella

I have a carpenter coming in to build me some bookcases this week. I am already decorating them in my head, and this candelabra will hopefully go front and center.

Yeoward Cabinet

Just love this cabinet from UK furniture designer, William Yeoward. I'd like a mini version to go by my piano. Any ideas where I could find something similar?

Megan Auman

Modern decor, jewelry, et cetera from Megan Auman, on Etsy.

Bagatelles

Just a taste of the pretty little clutches on sale at UK Etsy shop, Bagatelles and Co.

Charlie's Wall

I love this wall, created by designer, Dan Gneiding, for his daughter's nursery. See the rest of her room, here.