Dress the Part

Dress the Part

How clever are these redesigned movie posters inspired by men's style? Each piece highlights a classic menswear piece from ten different movies. See the entire collection here. EveryGuyed presented them and they are designed by Moxy Creative illustrated by James Alexander Mathers and Andrew Lau.

(Thanks Daniel)

Halloween Cake Ideas

Sweet Cupcakes

I am brainstorming for ideas to bring to our 'Halloween-themed' food group this weekend. I love the elegant simplicity of these Halloween cakes and cupcakes from Sweet Cupcakes out of Boston. That mummy cake is awesome!

Talking Water



This creative PSA and installation in Paris has to be one of the most ingenious ways to get a message across I've seen in quite a while. I was surprised to see the final answer -- were you? What a difficult world problem to conquer.

Created by BDDP & Fils

Kate Spade Books

kate spade books

Have you seen these fun new short stories from Kate Spade in collaboration with Strand -- how cute are they? They had seven writers incorporate the phrase, "she is quick and curious and playful and strong" at some point in their story. They've been added to my wish list for sure.

Modern Wedding Invitation



Erin Jang works her magic again by designing this most adorable modern wedding invitation. The combo of houndstooth, polka dots, and stripes are knocking my socks off. Erin you just rock.

Hello, hello and a big thank you!

Hello readers! How are you? It has been an amazing and also crazy six week for our family along with the birth of our baby girl there have been some other life changes that I will touch on later. I am so happy to be back to blogging -- I missed you all.



First off, I want to give a great big shout out and thanks to all of the lovely guest bloggers -- it is hard to describe how thankful I am for them, I am grateful to the moon. Weren't they all so incredible? I left completely inspired each week with their stories and ideas. Thank you so much ladies! If you haven't got a chance to visit their posts check out this link and for more of their creativity visit their amazing blogs.

( Lisa from That's Happy | Melanie from You Are My Fave | Jane from Simple + Pretty | Kathleen from Twig & Thistle | Hila from le projet d'amour | Meredith from Lily Jane)

Music Monday : Brooke Fraser

Brooke Fraser


Kirsten from Simply Grove was kind enough to sent me a tweet about New Zealand singer-songwriter Brooke Fraser's new album "Flags". I have yet to listen to the album but I like how on her website they describe her music as the kind "that sounds like a pop marshmallow has dropped into a folk hot chocolate and become a warm, spicy chocolatey broth." Have a listen and see if you agree.

I like the video above-- 'Something in the Water', thanks again Kirsten for the heads up. Happy Music Monday everyone!

*Pick up the album here or download it here.

RECIPE: HOMEMADE BROWNIES

For years I subscribed to the theory that you simply cannot make brownies from scratch that are as good as those from the box. It's true and I’m absolutely ashamed to admit it. Then, thankfully, one day I woke up. Realizing that everything is better from scratch than from a box (really, who was I kidding?), I started to search for the perfect brownie recipe, one that would blow that box out of the water. This one has been my go-to for a few years now.

homemade brownies
homemade brownies
homemade brownies

It’s rich and decadent with that perfect delicately crisp top layer. I’ve made it both with walnuts and without and it’s divine either way (personally, I like nuts so we add them whenever they’re on hand; the toasted flavor pushes it over the edge into nirvana).

Be sure to have cold milk on hand. You’re going to need it.

Post by guest blogger: Meredith Church from Lily Jane

FREEBIE: JAM LABELS

All summer long I’ve been looking forward to making my own jam. I’ve done small batches a few times before, but this time I meant to do it en masse, setting aside enough for my family and for gifts for the neighbors come holiday time. I did so a few weeks ago and as I was bottling my jam I thought to myself, “I really ought to make some cute labels for these.” So I did. And now I’m happy to be sharing them with you.




Whether you like peach, blackberry or strawberry jam there’s a label here for you. You’ll find blueberry and raspberry, too. Download and then print on card stock and trim for a hanging tag; or print on adhesive-backed paper and make a label that sticks straight on to the jar. Enjoy!


Post by guest blogger: Meredith Church from Lily Jane

Reading Nooks

Is there anything more heavenly than curling up in a sunny little spot with a good book? When fall starts to come back around I always find myself gravitating toward the bright, sun-drenched side of my couch, inevitably grabbing a novel along the way. I’ve often thought how lovely it would be to have a dedicated spot just for reading.

Reading Nooks

My requirements for the ideal reading nook include lots of natural light, somewhere cozy to sit (oversized chair, pile of pillows, etc.), a place to rest my books and snacks, and a blanket to wrap up in. Even better, that it be unplugged – no laptops, iPods, or TVs nearby. There’s something about being away from all the electronics (as much as I love them) that makes the experience ethereal for me.


Reading Nooks


What about you? Where do you find yourself returning to in your home when the air starts to chill?

{images via apartment therapy, suziebeezie, stephmodo, cherry coloured, decorology, apartment therapy}

Post by guest blogger: Meredith Church from Lily Jane