2.08.2010

framed: sheena jibson photography



Sheena Jibson
sheena jibson photography
SLC, Utah

Some people's lives are measured in grand events. A promotion at work. A cross-country move. A fabulous vacation to a foreign land. My life is measured in the teeniest of tiny events....sometimes so small, they might go missed if I wasn't always on the lookout. Like how messy she can get from licking just ONE spoon. A homemade Valentine from a very proud little 4 (and 1/2!) year old boy. An extra tight squeeze from my favorite person when he comes home from work at night. My days are full of these little moments--they're not worth any money, and they won't make me famous....but they make up my world, and I wouldn't have it any other way.


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[See previous "framed" features here.]

oeuf garlands


seen: garlands: circles and hearts

oeuf: Oh, yes!  More happy "goodies" from Oeuf.  (The garlands range from 7 1/2 to 10 feet.)  

2.07.2010

message in a capsule



freshly blended: I used to write love notes.  Capsule letters for my works-in-a-hospital husband?  Inspired!

2.05.2010

just some weekend thoughts:

Since Delightful serves as my 'inspiration journal', I typically save my thoughts (+ personal) for the family blog.  The kind that probably only interest my family and the friends that like me enough.

But when it's 9pm on a Friday and we just had one of those really long winter days, the husband isn't home and the kids are finally sleeping, I'm left with these randoms:



I would love this on my new inspiration board.  Not because it's the kind of print I would typically buy (although I really like it. It's peculiar..), but because I want my marriage to fit the "I adore you" declaration.  

"The term “Je t’adore” (I adore you) has a stronger meaning in French than the English “I love you”. I like the idea that there’s something you can say that represents that rare depth of feeling, affection, respect and admiration."



I didn't do anything creative this week.  That always seems to feel like failure.  But these?  They're the perfect fit.  What a clever, friendly gift.  And how about pulling out some of these votive holders next time there's a blackout!  




I know I'm so behind, but add this to my wish list: a sewing machine.  I know we would get along perfectly.  Stefaniexu has some really great fabrics for less.  






I was just saying that I need some more adult appropriate wrapping paper on hand.  This new eco-friendly paper shop debuted with perfect timing.  


[via design mom]

Do you twitter?  I only kind of do with a handful of followers.  But maybe this will motivate me.



seen: Story-Of

Just found Story-Of.  It's beautiful!




I'm really interested to try some of these recipes by {frolic!}'s foodie sister, Elizabeth.  


[can't remember where I first saw Choka??]

I'm really tempted to find and go somewhere warm and dry.  (Thoughts?) Turns out, I'm headed to the cold + snow (Utah) on Wednesday and I'm still really excited.

p.s.  One of the first things I remember learning about my husband Brad is his mini VW Bus collection and his love for Woody Wagoneers.  


Have a happy weekend!  

olivelse, le shop


olivelse: I saw one of these ukuleles a couple of years ago and it made me feel soft.  I really love them.  Ever since, I've been following this blog and had to mention her new line.  Gorgeous, right!  And fun and youthful and inspiring.  

2.04.2010

heart warmer hot water bottle


The Spoon Sisters [via Happy Lady Eats]:  because to me, Happy Valentine's Day means "I'll keep you warm."  

inspired: perfect bathrooms

seen: photo from seesaw

I have a folder dedicated to magazine pages that feature perfect bathrooms.  I love my nightly bath, so I value a good bathroom.  I think they're a tricky room to get right.  To decorate.  To make comfortable.

I'm choked up about this one.

2.03.2010

LOVE recycled felt pillow


alexandra ferguson (via creature comforts): I love subtle seasonal home decor.  I love remembering to celebrate love.  I love this pillow.  

diy leather necklace


P.S. I made this (via Well Worn): Soft leathers with denim and knits, they say, will be among the new looks this spring.  And although I don't tend to race with the trends, I love (love) this necklace craze.  For  a really nice do-it-yourself look, see here.  

thinking about lips


Lip gloss suits me best and I reapply several times a day.  And it wasn't until last night when I saw a small snippet on tv about petroleum jelly based lip glosses and the dangers they introduce when they're inevitably ingested (think about that!) that I started to read the labels on my favorite products.  Ack!  

So, I'm on a mission to quickly switch and I ask: do you have a great natural (petroleum, etc. free) lip gloss?  

Just in my quick research, I've found: 
Fresh (a brand that I use and I love and maybe their tinted lip treatment would do the trick?)

It's a good thing to think about.