something about silouhettes.

there is just something about a silhouette that i love. its personal, unique, custom, and usually black. i love all of these things. i was looking through my etsy favorites, and i assure you, that is a really really long list. and as i was scrolling, i realized there were usually three items on each page that included silhouettes. i just wanted to share a few with you, you might want to make a purchase, or it may inspire you to create one all your own?

so, are you feeling crafty? here is a simple step-by-step tutorial for making a

custom silhouette fabric plaque. just look how cute it turns out. try it, and share yours with us!

or.. if you just want to make a really fun purchase, check these out.

so i really, i mean really really love these custom silhouette prints, by ellothere.

this week, i am taking a picture of our profiles clicking buy!

moosey shadow pillow by auntbucky

now, how sweet would your baby's face be on one of these pillows?

add it to the crib, or your rocking chair for a personal little touch.

or.. you can create a custom silhouette print for a

wedding poster, or your family, by nelladesigns?

this is a great wedding or anniversary gift, or just a little

i'm happy we're married gift for yourself.

want your silhouette, or significant other's on your morning coffee mug?

you can have, custom silhouette mugs by misscrowland

ok, i know you dog lovers out there are really gonna flip over this one, by papercutsbyjoe

including my sweet aunt donna, who loves her pekignese oh so much.

put your dog {well, breed} on your wall. don't you love it?

june twenty, 2010

just a little heads up! start thinking of your dad.

fathers day is june 20th!

i was cathing up on martha stewart, and of course, she had a long list of creative, festive, and perfect fathers day gifts. so obviously i wanted to share them with you, so you can suprise that father in your life, as well. you have about a month to prepare, but if you want to make a craft or try to get creative with it, it just might take that long, so here are some ideas to get started...

1. retro dad labels

2. fathers day car wash kit

3. bow tie gift tags & boxes

4. tee time cupcakes

or if you are a chef, cook for dad

1. EJ's simple ribs

2. the perfect burger

3. grilled sirloin steak with toppings bar

ps. visit martha today, she will inspire you, i promise!

off work, off to home depot.

well hello friends! happy tuesday to you. i am free today, so i am taking a grand voyage to home depot in search of flowers, lighting, ferns, carpet, a rug, air filter, and any other fun things that could venture into my shopping cart. the painting this weekend made me turn my attention to a few things that need to be updated desperately. one including the ridiculously large wood-brass ceiling fan in the living room, and the 70's kitchen light. so, here i go. i will let you know what i return with.

but before i go, please look at the

fabulous prints i purchased from smallable.

we haven't made the final decision about baby bedding, although we are getting close i assure you! but, i had to have these. no matter what we decide to do in the little beanette's humble abode, i know these insect & bird prints will fit in perfectly.

if you are a mom, soon to be mom, grandmother, sister, mother, or lover of everything baby, you have have have to click over to smallable. you will immediately fall in love, i am sure of it.

| SMALLable is a fashion and design concept store for children on the Internet . We offer unique and original clothes , shoes , fashion accessories , decoration , toys and books , from French and foreign designers , some of which are only available on our site . SMALLable also features gifts ideas , the possibility to create wish lists , gift registries , birthday lists ... and to shop inspired with our looks and atmospheres when decorating your child's room |

and of course, i had to give you a little peek of the super sweet baby clothes!

please come back this afternoon so i can share with you my fun finds of the day!

a fresh coat of paint.

whew, it was a busy weekend, full of paint, brushes, window washing, and primer. for a year, we have procrastinated painting the wood paneling on our walls. we have slowly been painting, and re-do'ing. this winter we took out the carpet and vinyl, and joe put down hardwood floors. big change! but we have been procrastinating painting all of the wood trim, doors and paneling. well.. we took the plunge! my mom, and sister came over saturday and we painted, painted, and painted some more. i have never slept so well. we finished painting the wood on the walls, but still had some trim work to finish up. mom called at 7:15 on sunday morning, ready to get back to work. so sunday- her, sister, and my cousin cara showed up to continue the work. and.. we're finished! it is lovely! i am working on before and after pictures, but i will show you some of the work in progress and the lovely people who made it happen, and a little sneak peek of the white walls! yay! it feels so nice to do a little freshening around your home, just makes everything seem new again!

and here it is..

lovely new white trim!

and this is how we got there, with no help from sampson of course..

caught

forehead paint

mom is the master of window washing

hey, belly

our tools

maddie hard at work, watching abc family

makeover your walls

this month, the nest offered ten fun ways to make over boring walls. i personally love empty frames arranged together, one of my love time decor tricks. but what about a map on the wall, chalkboard, etc? they are all inexpensive and fun to do. here are my six favorite that i wanted to share with you. try one out, let us know how it works?

plate it

come full circle, crossing an elegant look with decorative plates. there really is a way to show off that hodge-podge of dishes that you've picked up at discount stores, flea markets, and yard sales. hang them on a color that complements all of their patterns.

chalk it up

make a bold statement by creating an instant painted-on chalkboard in your entryway. to do it, apply a coat of magnetic chalkboard paint. draw a supersized calendar so you can stay organized and remember important dates and appointments. or use it as a party prop and greet guests with a welcoming message or the menu you'll be serving at the dinner party that evening.

frame it

have a bunch of mismatched frames? give them a makeover so they look ilke they belong in the same tailored collection. it's a cool alternative to hanging a mirror or piece of art over a console.

daring decoupage

want a fancy wall without dropping a lot of cash? Get the same effect as wallpaper using wrapping paper you have lying around. select an assortment of patterns and dream up a scheme for the wall. Get creative with your own gift wrap designs -- the options are endless.

lovely letters

for a fresh approach to art, opt for hanging letters. select one wall [a brightly painted backdrop highlights the letters] and let your decorating style guide your design. Create names, phrases, or, for a modern touch, let the shapes drive your creation.

map quest

bring culture to the table with a world map wall mural. this great conversation piece is a quick, affordable, and easy-to-apply wall accessory. pin up postcards and photos of the places you've visited too. this geographic accent will lead to an exotic, global feel.

daily drop caps!

rainy tuesday, story of my life. a day off work, and it seems to be dreary and rainy. i have a fun little lunch outing planned with my friend jared, recent college graduate, so proud. other than that, it will be a cleaning, resting, laundry afternoon, which is ok with me. before i started my day though, i really wanted to share daily drop caps by Jessica Hische.

one of the most fabulous daily inspirations ive found in the wide world of blogging. i had seen these wonderful letters on blogs before, but didnt know how to get them, i searched and searched. but yesterday, bonnie, from going home to roost, featured daily drop caps as her daily post. boy was i excited! add one to your blog, signature, or website!

happy fifth of may

its cinco de mayo, a favorite holiday of mine. a corona, guacamole and taco salad sounds delicious, minus the corona this year. well, i thought i should share a great guacamole recipe and some festive fiesta decor with you, so you could really celebrate the occasion.

the perfect guacamole, click me!

de colores papelitos picados banner

cinco de mayo fiesta invitation

avocado rose necklace

enjoi your day, take some time to celebrate!