number #02

little one's birthday is next month.
this weekend I started playing a bit
with images and colors that I want for the party.
I combined three pictures of her and outlined the silhouette.
this layout is the one I like the most.

but I am still wondering about those birdies flying around.
any sweet ideas?

lost things

keeping on with a magic alison mood,
I bring you a short film created by angela kohler -
the same brilliant photographer for ban.do pictures
in the previous post. have you all a lovely inspiring saturday.

find alison .:. find angela

vintage affair

I've always had a crush on ban.do. and I thought it just wasn't possible to like them even more. but the new black label collection is out. and I am out of words. stunned. completely inspired and touched by the beauty of each piece. not only the items are all so romantic and unique but they are also showcased on an amazing photo shoot. talented and gorgeous alison sudol shows off her best and creates magic with the hairbands in her head.

view the collection and shop here.

happy e-day!

being green and helping our planet become a cleaner
and healthier place is in reach for each one of us.
small and individual actions are big when counted globally.
at my household we turn off lights, schedule washing cycles,
reuse bags, and try our best on many other small steps.
one of my next goals is to plant a garden.
why do your part? this home is the only one you've got.

img from here

find an event, donate, take an action + make a difference HERE.
what are your small steps?

portraits gone wild

Sharon Montrose's work is well known and praised everywhere. and I just never get tired of browsing through her photographs. I am always amazed by her unique style combined with the clean feel of each image. based in LA, Sharon's love for animals and vast work experience translates into divine prints. the incredible animal series showcases an individual spark in every portrait. you can pretty much guess their personalities with her engaging and revealing shoots. discover more of her work on her website and blog. why? earth day is almost here and you can get all these beautiful creatures in your own home to keep on celebrating life with you .

images from here
can you even pick a favorite one?

a world to explore.

Maison&Object is a trade show that happens twice yearly. the event is a major destination worldwide. this January 75,000 visitors visited 3,000 exhibitors. the next show this year is schedule for the first week of September 2010. with inspiring designs, upcoming trends and beautifully creative ideas I would love to be a little bird to fly around the fair. the best part: it happens in Paris.

img from here

forest theme

it's national park week from april 17th to the 25th.
that meaning the entrance fee for 392 national parks is waived.
for those who don't know I've been living on the road for the past month.
I'm on a california journey with mr. J and baby girl. {photos here}
our trip has been nothing short than perfect.
on the past weeks we visited Yosemite, Big Trees State Park and the
Sequoia Forest to name few incredible locations I had the pleasure to meet.
for nature lovers that get nurtured and energized in a forest this is the time to
visit a beautiful state park - for free. ;) find detailed info here.
and for inspirations on hugging a tree, discovering forest secrets,
meeting enchanting creatures and exploring your green side
here are some wonderful prints:

letterpress prints from here

spring makeover

this month's blog makeover giveaway is being hosted over at 'Thanks, Mail Carrier'. after reading the post about the giveaway and my work this morning I am definitely happy for the day! Xenia, the blog owner, not only is an incredible writer but she's honest and a very good blogger. by that I mean a responsible, clean, organized blogger type of girl. :) when you first visit her page you can get the sense that she means business. her layout is clever and easy to read plus the giveaways are just awesome and fun! so, if you're in need of a spring cleaning spree over at your blog, visit 'Thanks, Mail Carrier' and enter for a chance to win a fabulous custom blog makeover from house 09

:.because it's time to get our gardens ready to grow.:

art work

eyelashes made of paper. the traditional art of paper cutting inspired designer Ting yu Wang on creating these alluring and intricate lashes. sold in 5 different designs representing Chinese symbols: horses for success, peonies for happiness and peach blossoms for love. why? add some bling to your beautiful spring.

from paperself

bee conscious

honey bees are disappearing at an alarming rate for some time now. what most people don't know is that these little bugs are not here just so we can all have sweet honey. we actually depend on them for one-third of our food supply. as usual the best way to help is to get informed and pollinate the idea! read about the crisis, make a donation and get tips on how to plant a garden here.

and bravo to Häagen-Dazs® for raising awareness!

handbag happiness

Jennifer Ladd's designs bring an instant smile to my face.

they are all fun, refreshing and feminine.
I could literally own each one of her beautiful and talented creations.
visit her collection of handmade purses, handbags and clutches here.
the hard thing is to pick a favorite one.

bird's nest

if some day I get to marry mr. J like in my dreams

I will do it just like this... with a 'nest' on my head
and a singing bird - deep within my soul
photos from here*

.:best easter wishes to you :.

vintage postcards from here

birdy shakers giveaway

**giveaway is now closed**

april is here, spring is definitely around...

and I have two new visitors at my window!
a new treat from anthropologie to sweeten your days.
these salt & pepper birdy shakers and their litlle nest* (*aka bowl)
really want to get a home.

to enter the giveaway:

1. become a follower of my adorable blog
(mandatory)
2. & leave a comment below
(with a way of contacting you)

3. giveaway ends on april 30th
(winner selected by random.org)
4. for extra entries:
.post the giveaway on your blog
and leave me an extra comment
(linking back here)

5. I will mail the birdies on the first week of may!

'the best of luck and thx for joining in'

and another winner!

Anne J, I will contact you by email!
thanks to all of you that entered :)

and a winner!

Maggie, I will contact you by email!
thanks to all of you that entered :)