{in the mood...}

...to sew!




It seems that whenever I get on vacation and finally have a moment to think...I want to create. Right now, I'm in the mood to sew some aprons...and maybe put a modern twist on some awesome vintage patterns. Too bad I neglected to bring my sewing machine.

P.S. The plants are happy and healthy! :) (Though my family thinks I'm a bit crazy, my Mister is completely supportive of my whims.)

{photos via woof nanny}

{confession}

...I'm not the best with plants. Don't get me wrong - I love plants (and yes, I've been known to name them). I would like to say that I'm incredible with them, but I need a little help. Currently I have two that I'm pooring myself over: a rose plant (that needs to be re-potted) and a tomato plant (that needs to be transfered, as well). I've been so busy, but they really are doing so good that I decided this morning, I have no choice but to take them with us! Now, this may seem strange to you, but we're going to be gone for nearly 10 days. Since our recent move, we don't know people around us, and in all honesty our closest neighbor is an elderly lady which doesn't come out much. (That being said, she'd probably whip my little plants in shape and have them growing in no time.) Either way...they're hitting the road with us. I've cleared a nice spot in the back for them. I think Oma and Maud will enjoy the little trip and some Boise sun. ;)

{photo via cori kindred}

{taking a trip}

Well Lovelies - Mister and I are hitting the road tomorrow! We're headed to Boise {for a whole week} to spend some quality time with our wonderful families and fantastic dear, dear friends.

Catch up with you soon!



{image via Rodney Smith}

{shh}

Today, I'm craving some serenity. These pictures offer the perfect feeling of "shh" that I'm looking for. Oh for life to be calm... :)

What about you...is your week going well?

xx,

{photos via: flickr & home sweet home}

{it's a girl!}

Ami Suma - wall mural, originally uploaded by ooh_food.

I'm officially an Auntie!! My sister just had her little baby...Emily Lynn. I couldn't be more excited and wish that I could fly down to NC to help take care of 'mom' and swoon over 'baby'. I'm already filled with such love for my little niece. {insert sigh here}

Congratulations Sis!!

I think this is a great start to the week...

{I think that little room would be fun for a little girl. So fun!}

{weekend project}

Well, as you can see {below} we still have piles in every random corner imaginable. Guess that's what comes with downsizing, but it's starting to feel like home!

One of my projects, this weekend, included lining cupboards with paper. It's hard to tell due to the flash on my camera, but the color is olive. I actually picked up this paper when we lived in Alaska. Never got around to using it and since the kitchen shelves needed some help, this was a perfect use.


I'm hoping this week is a little "kinder" on me. Work is a whirl right now and I'm down right sick of living in clutter. That being said, my motivation is sporatic. We leave for Boise this Thursday and I think the much needed vacation will be just the trick!

Happy Sunday!!

{a tiny update...}

Hi! Well, I'm back, though I'm not sure I'm all "here" as my life seems to be in a state of chaos. That being said, we're moved and happy!! Of course, we may be a bit happier once we find our coffee maker. The place is cute, but one could barely tell that, as currently boxes dominate the space. We managed to start arranging a bit, but soon will be pulling things out in order to paint. Then, if our personal life wasn't crazy enough, my new boss started on Monday. It's going wonderfully, but my days are long and my mind is overflowing.

In the midst of all of this chaos, I wouldn't mind a bit of orgaization and calmness...sort of like what's portrayed in Suzanne Kasler's designs (featured above). Oh to soak in that tub....!

Hope you are all having a lovely week! Can't wait to check up on your sites....

xx,