Liberty of London by Target

So as I was running errands yesterday, I stopped by Target to pick up a few things... and I kept coming across really great prints and patterns from a company called Liberty of London. Target has really upped it's game in the design world and I'm love with a lot of the designers they have coming in to their stores, including Liberty of London for Target. Their look is fun and vibrant- with a touch of vintage whimsy. Take a look!

Wouldn't these be great pieces to use at an Easter Party? Fabulous!

Quote Bag Studio

So I've been looking into getting a new purse. The one I have now is pretty adorable... but it's also small. Although it keeps me from lugging around things I don't need all day, it can inhibit me from certain things (i.e sneaking air-popped popcorn into the movies or keeping my make-up bag with me for little touch-ups.) So, when I came across these bags from However's Quote Bags I was pretty impressed. They look like something I could take with me on a bike, or around the city... And the sweet little inspirations printed on the tabs give them that little something extra to make you smile. The bags are very unique and the designs change regularly- so you know you're getting something extra special. Love that!

Custom Bean Bag : DIY

Sometimes I come across amazing fabric at flea markets (old dresses or tablecloths,) garage sales, or even awesome stores like Spoonflower, but I just don't know what to do with it. Thats why when I came across this idea I had to share it with you. I found this idea on Making it Fun. It shows you how to make your own bean bag chair from scrap fabric. Great idea for kids- or for the big kid inside all of us!

For Instructions CLICK HERE

Girls Night : Spa Getaway

Hello hello! I hope everyone had a splendid weekend. I enjoyed the beautiful weather with my sister and friend by hiking over at griffith park. We followed it by going to a awesome little cafe called the Coffee Table which is about 5 minutes away in Silverlake. Their coffee is amazing, especially while sipped sitting at the mosaic tabletops on their garden patio. Attached to the shop is a relaxation and meditation room that helped inspire an idea for this weeks Girl's Night. We'll be doing a spa night including face masks, healthy grub and yoga and meditation. I've found some items that may inspire you to have a little well-deserved R&R. Enjoy!

Images from Tongue and Cheek

Relaxing Herbal Lavender Bag from La Pomme

Robes from Plum Pretty Sugar

Awesome Yoga Pants from Even Keel Yoga

From Twig and Leaf Botanical

Try This:

HONEY OATMEAL FACIAL 
Honey is a natural antiseptic and is used to bind the honey and yogurt. The oatmeal will absorb excess oil from acne-prone skin and serve as a gentle exfoliant.

1/4 cup plain yogurt or buttermilk
1/2 cup oatmeal
2 tablespoons of honey 

Finely grind or process the oatmeal in a blender or food processor. Set aside. In a small bowl, stir together honey and yogurt, and then add ground oatmeal. Mix thoroughly until a smooth paste consistency has been reached. Smooth over your face and neck, leave on for fifteen minutes, and rinse off with warm water. Can be used daily. (from Spa Index)

DIY found at the Crafty Nest

Flora Grubb Vertical Garden

Spring is here and it's time to appreciate nature in all its glory and beauty! You can start by bringing some of that nature indoors with wall gardens from Flora Grubb. I feel in love with the idea when these images popped up on other blogs that I love... so I knew I had to share it with you. I'll admit that my green thumb is a little more on the brown side... so when I realized these gardens are super simple to take care of, I was sold. A room looks so much brighter and fresher with a little bit of green in it, so why not bring it indoors in a unique way?

Ruche Look Book : Spring Fashion

What a lovely day. Perfect weather. It got me excited about taking out all of my light dresses and summer hats. The Ruche look book came out recently and I wanted to share some great images with you. The use of rich yellows, teals and oranges reminds me of how much I miss color during the winter months. There prices are also very reasonable which is a added bonus for me. Take a look!

Trailing Your Way to Brunch

I'm so excited about this upcoming weekend. My friends and I are gathering to take a lovely hike at Fryman Canyon located off Ventura Blvd in the Hollywood Hills. That will be followed by a delicious brunch put on back at my house. I'm starting to gather ideas for recipes and have come across a few that I would love to share with you all. Keep in mind I'll be feeding some of the most health-conscious people I've ever met... so this will be quite a task! I think I've got some pretty great recipes though, so I'll keep my fingers crossed that these healthy treats will satisfy even the pickiest eaters out there. Recipes from GoodLifeEats.

Cranberry Orange Multi-Grain Snack Mix

This is a great healthy snack for those avid hikers and food lovers out there. It's packed with energy boosting ingredients:

• 2 c Multi-Bran or Wheat Chex Cereal
• 1 1/2 c Multi-Grain Cheerios
• 1 c almonds
• 2 Tbs margarine, melted
• 4 1/2 Tbs orange juice concentrate, thawed
• zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 2 Tbs brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ginger
• 1/2 c Multi-Grain Cheerios
• 2/3 c dried cranberries
• 1/2 c yogurt covered raisins

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Combine the butter through ginger, set aside. Combine the Chex, 1 1/2 c Cheerios, and almonds in a bowl. Pour butter mixture on top of cereal and stir until well coated. Spread mixture on a cookie sheet and bake for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely. After mixture has completely cooled, stir in the remaining 1/2 c Cheerios, cranberries, and raisins. Store in an airtight container.

5 Grain Pancakes with Flax

Don't these look amazing? I can't wait to make them!

For the mix:

• 9 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 1/2 cups barley flour
• 2 1/2 cups oat flour
• 2 1/2 cups brown rice flour
• 2 cups rye flour
• 2 1/2 cups cold milled flax
• 4 cups powdered milk
• 3 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup baking powder

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl (or stand mixer fitted with the whisk beater if you have a Bosch or large Kitchen Aid). Stir very well, using a whisk, until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Transfer to 2 gallon sized freezer zip-top bag. Be sure to label the bag with the pancake instructions, as seen below. Store in the freezer for freshness.

For the pancakes:
• 1 cup + 1 tablespoon mix
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 cup sugar, honey, or agave
• 1/2 to 2/3 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla 
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, optional
• 1/4 cup pureed pumpkin or mashed banana, optional

Preheat a griddle over medium heat for 5 minutes. Combine the beaten egg, butter, sugar, water, vanilla, and any optional ingredients. Mix well. With a wooden spoon, stir in the pancake batter until well mixed. Grease pan with spray oil. Add 1/4 cup of batter to the preheated pan for each pancake. Don’t overcrowd. Cook for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes before flipping. Large bubbles should be forming on the top of the uncooked side. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately. 

Artist Spotlight

Today I wanted to bring to your attention some lovely artists. All have of a wonderful way of bringing whimsy to walls and smiles on faces. A great website to check out when you're looking for some new, conceptually stimulating art is FECAL FACE. There are great artists featured every month, two of which I'm featuring here today on my blog. 

William Deutsch is the creator of Notes from the Tribe, a wonderful blog/website showcasing amazing and intricate illustrations of events and people from the Jewish culture. 

Meredith Dittmar is a wonderful 3-Dimensional designer. She brings you into her world with beautiful molded environments. 

Alexis Mackenzie is one of my favorite Artists. She does amazing collage work using old world illustrations she's collected over the years.

Bunches of Buttons

A while back a friend of mine asked if I had any ideas for what she could do with a ton of buttons she had. She'll be thrilled to see I'm finally getting around to helping her out. I hope this post will inspire some crafty button ideas for you as well. I know I have a few laying around and now I'm ready to try some of these ideas out.

A hot glue gun, some string and buttons... voila! Re-purposed jewelry!

Images from DesignedbyBettySheck, Silver Slipper's Designs, KreatedbyKelly, Stelma's Designs, A Little Birdy

I just love this hair clip from Tall Tree

Wow... just lovely.  From Rachel Loves Bob

Garland, lunchbags, embellishments, lampshades... oh, the things you can do with buttons! The possibilities are endless!

Aren't these sweet? Now it's time to make your own. Click HERE to learn how to do it yourself!

Feel at Home in the Office : Car Moebel

I'm so excited to start my new job next week! I'll be doing Graphic Design work for a company that does custom event invitations. Of course I'm a little nervous- starting anything new always brings up those feelings, but I think I'll be okay. So long as I've got some good music and my home-made mocha in the morning, I'm okay to work wherever it may be.  

To mark this chapter in my life, I decided to do a post on office supplies and furnishings! It's the little things in life that bring me real joy- and sitting at a desk that makes me feel like I'm in my own personal space, can make the job a little more enjoyable. Todays post items were found at a wonderful store called Car Moebel based out of Germany. They're unique and quarky items are great for inspiration and, if you have some extra cash, can add a whole lot of charm to your home. Take a look at their catalog...

Love these metallic accesories!

Save a little space with wall organizers...

1. Wood Box 2. Wood Organizer 3. Clipboard 4. Double Hand Mug 5. Lamp 6. Keepsake Box