Where to keep pending homework?

This nifty and inexpensive idea helps keep my son's homework in one spot ready to grab. I originally spotted this craft on Pinterest and do not know of it's original post. Thanks to whomever came up with this clever catchall. Simply take a cereal box, cut the sides and glue some scrap fabric. I love that I had this numbers fabric for a homework box. Now I want to make more and in various sizes, like say a smaller box that was once held crackers.

Seabold Vintage Market

Last weekend I checked out the Seabold Vintage Flea Market held on one of our beautiful islands. The flea market wasn't as big as I thought it would be, but still worth the trip. The popular Barn House Boys were there with gorgeous displays and wares. The sun was shining making it the perfect afternoon for a little "me" time. Barn House Vignette

Barn House

Who doesn't love a stack of vintage suitcases?

Birds, Birds, Birds...birds are EvErYwHeRe!

Flowers

I found flowers on my doorstep yesterday! They are beautiful (see below) and it got me thinking about spring and the blooms we have to look forward to. It has been raining non-stop and it's darn gloomy so I thought some flower inspiration would be just the thing to remind us that the rain will eventually stop.

My birthday bouquet, so lovely!

Chalkboard Door

I promised to show you all my chalkboard door. I never imagined I would have a romantic message like this to share. I woke up this morning and walked down the stairs to find this! At first I thought it was "Ten things Dad and Mom love about Sam" but it was about me! This made my day. What more can I say?

Spring Fashion

Last week I received the latest Nordstrom catalog, and I have to say it had me wanting more. More fashion please! Something about nearing the end of winter and the hope of spring makes me crave new clothes. Being a stay at home mom (gag, that term irks me) I don't have disposable income for frivolous spending, i.e. new high-priced fashion. But alas, I can still crave it, peruse the latest catalogs and dream of a day when I'm able to indulge and wear such fashion. For now, it's whatever can wash and wear easily. It's preschool drop off and park attire for this fashionista.

Now here's a jacket that could very well be appropriate for my life, but...too $$.

Love me some gingham check

I want, I need, I have to have.

Beautiful handbags are but a faded memory for me.

Chic

Fancy makeup, for what? How practical when I'm wiping drool and snot off my face from tots all day long.

Maybe for a night out with the ladies?

Fun eye wear for the sunny days ahead.

Gorgeous! I would probably break my ankle and really can't see myself chasing twins with these on, but...oh so pretty.

A wedding, Easter, a spring/summer party?

Drinks with the ladies, date night (another term that makes me gag).

Love this dress, love it.

Preschool Valentine's Day Cards

Happy Valentines Day folks! I hesitated to post this, due to the rudimentary style of these preschool valentines. The cards aren't fancy, there's nothing especially clever about them, and I'm quite certain people won't be clamoring to copy them. But...when Sam said to me "Thanks for helping me with this mom.", my heart melted, my eyes filled with tears and I thought, "I have to post this." These cards had several steps and took a few days of assembly. Sam did all the cutting, gluing, writing and arranging and had so much fun making these cards for his friends and teachers.

Sam's 2011 Valentines

Barn House

Last summer my good friend Mrs. Kopp and I went to our first antique outdoor market @ Barn House. I'm sure a lot of you bloggers are familiar with the vintage extravaganza that is held annually in Battleground, WA. We had so much fun and the inspiration was endless. It's a must go, see and shop for this year, too. Even if you're not buying, it's worth the trip. The displays and vignettes get the inspiration and creative juices flowing. It's truly a delight and a trip to the country is always good for the soul. The photo below was a bit of a detour from our destination. Us city gals got a little lost out on those back country roads. We didn't mind.

Mrs. Kopp thought this nest was fun and an idea to jump start a theme for her laundry room. Later that day she bought an adorable bird painting.

Fun scissor display

One of the many vintage bike displays. What is it about bikes that I like so much?

So...hearth and home.

Love this display!

Wish I had these metal chairs.

Vintage suitcase stacked are so great...where could I put them?

Yep, Barn House is on my mind. Looking forward to planning our next trip.