If you don’t know what Pinterest is…don’t bother finding out, you’ll never get anything done. It is an addicting, informative, creative, eye candy of a site. I love seeing things I love all connected on my very own virtual inspiration board. It does create a challenge to be more creative since there are many ideas on there you want to do or you have thought of and there it is, shared by people you know, but its definitely fun and full of inspiration. I have been dreaming up home improvements since we finished our dining room and there is one I follow that has collected all the projects I have dreamt up!

I have been dreaming of a fun and new front door…not that we need it…but if for any reason we need a new one in the future, the above Dutch door is PERFECT.

I am hoping I will not be dreaming about our loft project forever. We actually have drawn up plans for it and hopefully will be starting on it sometime this year. The above loft is so close to what I am picturing ours to be.

Another project I would love to do is a built-in dining nook in our breakfast area. This is a teeny tiny private nook so I had to include it. I have a whole folder on Pinterest for built-in dining nooks and lofts….I have become obsessed.

If I was to describe a room just for me…this photo is it. Its a library with a private library behind it. I would stay in that room forever. Oh and yes, I am dreaming of another library room.

Don’t get me started on our girls’ rooms.

What home projects have you been dreaming of?

We have a fun-filled family weekend planned: celebrating Garrett’s recent print competition awards from WPPI! I am beaming with pride and you can read all about it on our photo blog! A baby dedication for our niece and Campbell’s 2nd birthday party (lots of buttons!) I hope you have a fantastic weekend!

Find the original sources and photo credits for the projects on this Pinboard.

How appropriate and adorable! Valentine’s Day is around the corner. I found this button heart and its perfect because I wanted to give you a sneak peek on Campbell’s birthday “theme”. Yes its buttons and the colors are pink and gray!  I’ve been planning like a crazy lady and its such a fun thing to put together. The invitations are ready to be mailed off. I’ll be dreaming of party favors and whats on the menu and wrapping special Valentine gifts this weekend. Hope you spend it with people you love.

Here are more adorable buttons. Pink vintage.

White buttons. LOVE.

Wooden buttons I adore and group them with ribbons, spools and twine….perfection.

Photo credits: 1) tinywhitedaisies 2) frecklesfairytales 3) Country Living 4) Stipje All via Pinterest

I ADORE these lovely striped skirts for anne m cramer 2011 spring collection.

The middle one in particular is perfect for Valentines!

I hope you have some fun planned for this weekend with loved ones. We are off to Charleston to spend time with family, do some Valentine crafting, and also photograph a special wedding!

Photo credit: anne m cramer

I love so many things about rue magazine, not only for the name (they have great taste in choosing it ;) but they have filled the void in my magazine life. It has been sad to not have Domino and Blueprint around.

They are a free online magazine and just launched I believe their third issue.

I was curious on Twitter with the name and what all the buzz was with this up and coming magazine last fall.  I have been a loyal reader ever since. I love how chic everything is and I can easily find a product in just one click! Where have you been all my life?

Bravo to the editors and I look forward to reading and browsing every page of every issue!

Photo credits: rue magazine

I have been a huge fan of The Sartorialist since I stumbled across his blog several years ago. I love the concept of taking photos of real people in their real outfits of everyday life. Its been a big source of inspiration for my out & about series.

Intel made a fantastic documentary video of him and its definitely worth a few minutes of your time to get to know the man behind the camera, his vision and insights.

Heard of the great online company, zulily? Friends Katie and Brandy forwarded their information to me and zulily emails product deals everyday with great brands that are specifically for mom and kids. Its perfect for finding awesome gifts for the holidays.

Here is my invitation link to you!

http://www.zulily.com/invite/jnudd602

I came across this on Facebook and it is awesome for those who believe in Santa. It is Portable North Pole TV where you can receive a personal message from Santa! Click this link on his message for Graycen.

And a fabulous giveaway from Envelopments here on the blog. All you have to do is comment and you get a chance to win 3 beautiful sets of notecards! Details HERE.

And its not too late to send in your favorite Christmas traditions (you can send in one or more!) growing up or what you do now. If you list 10, you will be entered to win $25 gift certificate to Amazon! Here are a couple of fun ones already posted:

Michele in New York

Amanda in Tennessee

I am so excited for Christmas! Its totally my favorite holiday. I get a little excited.

My Fun Friday Finds this week are a couple of gift guides for budding artists.

I took my friend Amanda to Ikea in Atlanta last September for our girls’ weekend….she forced me, she had never been ;) We had a great time and its always fun to watch someone’s reaction when they go to Ikea for the first time. (apparently, she’s not the first I dragged there for their first shopping experience there…).

One of my favorite section is the kids’ area. And of course the price is ridiculously good for the value and of course I buy way more than intended to.

BUT we did find a gem! I have been looking for and researching easels and just could not get myself to buy this one (even though its still on my wishlist, I love everything Land of Nod). We found the Ikea Mala Easel for…brace yourself….$14.99! You can buy the roll of paper which is attachable, chalks and markers since it has two sides, (we pretty much bought the whole Mala series) two kids can share, you can fold it flat and save space.

SO AWESOME.

BUT wait! That’s not all.

I saw this in Target today. It is the RoseArt Color Playhouse.  The kids can use crayons, markers, or paints to personalize the house…and again its only $14.99! There are now so many of these types of color playhouses to choose from, but you can’t beat this price and who doesn’t love Target?!

Have a great weekend!

I just love Urban Outfitters.

I love how their style stands out and their branding. It also helps they belong in the same family as Anthropologie :) While in New Orleans, I got some great finds and REALLY needed certain new things and thought I’d share:

Kimchi Blue Front Pocket Lady Satchel

(I haven’t bought a trusty handbag in 4 years and needed to graduate from a diaper bag)

Fun new Oxford shoes Garrett found for me….I haven’t had one of these since I attended Catholic school in Scotland! Can’t find the exact ones online, but they’ve got some great ones you have to check out. Also some fun tights for the season so I can still wear dresses and keep warm.

Best thing is both items are under $100 :)

Have a great weekend!

My favorite shoes are ballet flats, hands down. I would own every single one that comes out of my favorite stores if I could. This season I am particularly loving the metallic ones!

Here are a few of my favorites!

1) Jingle for Kate Spade

2) Flashy Footwork Flats from Anthropologie

3) Merona Flats for Target

4) Jacquard Flats for J Crew

These are definitely fabulous Friday finds! Have a great weekend!

Happy Friday! I hope you have some fun plans this gorgeous fall weekend. Campbell has caught a mild fever so we will be laying low and spending much needed quality time with the family amidst this busy season.

I absolutely loved stumbling upon this print on Etsy by Love Lives Here. Makes me want to change Campbell’s unfinished nursery theme from fairies to elephants or giraffes. Hmmm…maybe I can work on that this weekend ;)

Photo Credit: Love Lives Here

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