Photos courtesy of Kelly + Olive & Ivory and Tin

Lately, I’ve been craving another camping trip so that I can sit outside in the warm breeze and read the million books that I’ve borrowed and have yet to read/finish. So this could have sparked my new obsession with enamel coffee mugs…in love with the vintage white and tin! These colors do just fine too ;) Wouldn’t these be cute at a wedding?! Guests could drink hot chocolate or stuff them with flowers or how about hanging them from trees? Ideas are endless.

Photo courtesy of Hello Hanna via Twig & Thistle

Insert the word mini in front of anything and I love it! Brilliant idea from Hello Hanna – cupcake or sweet stands made out of embossed recycled paper will look adorable as a wedding centerpiece or part of a yummy dessert table. Sold in sets of 6, ready as is or flair it up with more pretties. Purchase at Hello Hanna link above.

My J-man emailed this to me yesterday. A goosebumps creator and throwback to Dolly, Kenny and the Bee Gees. I love it. Listen here.

Photos: Edyta Szyszlo Photography, LLC

A couple weeks ago not only was I spring cleaning, but I had to create a little centerpiece for the ’secret project’ I’m working on…which means I had a mini photo shoot! Two things were decided: I wanted to incorporate birch (because I’m just in love with it) and wanted to spruce up a simple vase. BAM! I came up with birch sleeved vases with diy brooches, fabric flowers and ribbon bouts aka the all-in-one ‘vase boutonniere’! (more…)

Photo courtesy of Twig & Thistle

ADORABLE! Not only are the images oh-so cute but Kathleen’s design is spot-on. I loved these bags last year and still do this year ;) Head over to her link here to download the goodies (too bad the brownies aren’t included)! Don’t worry she’ll also tell ya where to purchase the bags!

Photos courtesy of Brides via Cut the Cake Designs, Ban.do, Twigs & Honey

2009 was a HUGE year for wedding trends especially for the hip, indie bride! Not only did the diy train take-off later in the year, but I think the handmade artisans and crafters led the whole way! I’m definitely one of ‘their’ biggest fans and supporters. Indie artisans keep on rocking into 2010 and beyond! Check out the rest of the favorite indie artisans here. Please include your favorites in the comments, let’s share and mingle!

ps – come see me at the first ever Indie Wed on Jan. 30th in Chicago! If all goes well, maybe it will make it’s way to San Francisco soon!

Photos courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings

I’m a huge fan of Martha Stewart’s ‘Good Things’…so simple, achievable and adorable! So come visit here to see their classic favorite good things from the past 15 years! Um, yes please to guests-type-their-best-wishes-and-congrats-at-a-vintage-typewriter-that-you-later-turn-into-your-guestbook.

Courtesy of Goods for Good via Ready Made

Do good, save a stamp, send holiday e-cards – couldn’t have said it any better. We are approaching 2 weeks before Christmas and if you haven’t started your holiday cards…well maybe think twice. 9 incredible illustrations and proceeds will turn into progress for children. More info here.

Photos courtesy of Sharon Montrose

Forever obsessed and always will be…*sigh*. She says it best, “It’s the only time of year I do a sale/discount.” So hop on over to her shop for a 3 for 1 print sale!

Photos courtesy of ModCloth

Happy Friday! On the hunt for inexpensive, quirky gifts? I recently purchased a white deer antler toothbrush holder from ModCloth – super cute! And now they just launched their vintage apparel holiday line! You must go see…and be sure to check out everything else! I’ll take 2 pairs of those shoes please….