manly gifts from kaufmann mercantile.

father's day is coming up, and you know what that means... we all need ideas for manly gifts! here are some rustic, beautifully designed gift ideas from kaufmann mercantile.

bonus - they offer free shipping with any purchase over $25 and $7 off when you sign up for their e-newsletter!

from top:

handmade leather football, $115

canvas backpack, $145

camping hatchet, $36

cloth-bound notebook, $19

deerskin work gloves, $45

my valentine...

... is this little guy! his name is elmer and he is an 8 week old pug puppy. my hubby and i brought him home last week. what's not to love?

happy valentine's day, everyone!

cupid's arrow

i adore these color-dipped arrow rings from miju and you... especially the mint green. it would be a great, unexpected, slightly quirky v-day gift... don't you think?

wishing you...

... the happiest of holidays, from my nest to yours! hope you all have a very merry christmas, filled with warmth, laughter, and good cheer... see you again in the new year!

last minute stocking stuffers

1. colorful japanese tape with a cute wooden dispenser - perfect for crafty gals! from west elm, $8.

2. toxin-free nail polish in a festive hue. from butter london, $14.

3. a pair of sparkly studs - sure to come out for new year's eve! by tiny galaxies, $47.

4. a delicately scented lip balm that does double duty as a moisturizer. from anthropologie, $8.

5. this miniature calendar with its tiny easel is simply adorable! by kitty rogers, $16.

bling your tree

with these gorgeous crystallized quartz ornaments from viva terra. $29 for a set of 12.

christmas in paris.

no surprise, i'm dreaming of paris this holiday season...

1. eurovizion

2. nini filippini

3. joshua hyde

4. sir francis canker jones

5. xavier gille

6. lisa parks

a quiet winter's day.

my latest treasury.

silver & gold

clockwise from top left:

1. mercury glass votives from west elm

2. gloves print by caitlin keegan

3. lariat necklace from pearl @ play

4. sunburst mirrors from an angel at my table

5. glass glitter from red lead paperworks

paperless post

everyone always has a million and one things on their to-do lists this time of year, and buying and sending holiday greetings is often one of the last things to get checked off.

if you're crunched for time this holiday season, paperless post has the perfect solution. they offer customizable e-cards that look just like fine stationery... envelope and all! the designs are lovely, the concept is eco-friendly, and you'll save money on postage. what more could you ask for?

black friday - cyber monday SALE!

head over to my etsy shop for a great deal to kick off the holiday season!

between today and monday, every item in my shop is 10% off!

plus, buy 3 or more photos between now and december 15th and i'll include an additional photo for free! everyone loves surprises... your free gift will be chosen at random by me :)

while everyone else is battling it out at the mall for the same old gifts, you can get unique, affordable art for everyone on your list without leaving home... but hurry, the sale only lasts til cyber monday!

happy thanksgiving.

{banner from home spun style}

happy thanksgiving! enjoy your holiday feast, and don't forget to give thanks for all the beautiful things (and people!) in your life.

love crush.

i'm totally crushing on this print by linda solovic. it would make the perfect gift for your mom, sister, bff, or anyone else you want to share the love with this holiday season.

p.s. just a reminder, you only have one more day to enter my pastel memories mini photo calendar giveaway! if you haven't entered already, click on over to greedy girl for your chance to win :)

2011 photo calendars in the shop!

i am so pleased to announce that 2011 photo calendars are now available in my etsy shop!

there are two different calendars available...

paris je t'aime . . . 13 beautiful images (12 months + cover) from my travels to the city of light. the perfect gift for anyone who loves paris as much as i do!

pastel memories . . . 13 hand-picked images in dreamy pastel shades. from delicate pink blossoms to tranquil aqua waters, each photo in this calendar will transport you to another place.

i chose some of my absolute favorite images for the calendars... i hope you like them as much as i do!

4th of july sale . . . free shipping!

happy 4th of july! hope everyone has a fun, relaxing weekend planned :)

in honor of the holiday weekend, i'm offering a special deal... free shipping on any purchase from my etsy photography shop! the deal only lasts until monday, july 5th... so take advantage while you can!

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fashion finds . . . independence day

{necklace by rachelle d.}

happy monday everyone!

can you believe the fourth of july is almost here? the summer has been going by so quickly! i plan on enjoying the holiday weekend in style... check out my patriotic fashion finds over at papernstitch!