the big four

Henry's fourth birthday is right around the corner, and I have been hard at work making handmade decorations and party favors.  We're having a pool party this year, so the theme is all fish and shades of blue.  I want it to feel special and very whimsical, so I have been hand-stamping cupcake toppers, learning to make paper pom poms to hang over the deck, and designing banners to string from the rails.  I also bought a ton of wind-up fish, dolphins, and sharks to fill the pool with.  The invitations (which, I have to say, I am quite proud of) are going out tomorrow, and I can't wait for his big day!
 

insta life

Like everyone else these days, I have been a little obsessed with Instagram.  I have been kind of private with the images (until now), only posting them to Instagram and not sharing them on facebook constantly.  But it seems to be the primary way I have been documenting my life and crafts lately, so it's time to share.

Recently ...

 I am obsessed with french braiding my hair ...

 My fascination with the ocean continues (this is a starfish) ...

 I created an under-the-stairs fort for H (more to come on this!) ...

 I made engagement cupcake toppers for my brother and his fiance ...

 I created this giant cork/chalk/magnetic board for the studio ...

 I have been playing around with colorblock manicures ...

 And I attended an amazing Memorial Day weekend wedding with Banks.

Look out for more insta-life in the near future. :)