Wednesday, May 26, 2010

If only my boys would let me dress them...

I saw this on Inchmark along with other gorgeous photos from Mikkel.  Due to my serious British pride, I simply cannot resist a gentleman dressed like this.  Now to convince my boys to shimmy into a pair of trousers and a cap...

These adorable overalls are from the Purl Bee.  I was about to stop dressing my almost 2 year old like a baby, but I've changed my mind. One more summer of rompers for poor poor Sully.

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

A Bird Pillow to match your Bird Mobile!

A special customer request- these big birds are 12" tall and 18" long made from soft wool blend felt with pure organic cotton fill.  Available in pretty much any color combo you desire.  What a great addition to the nursery!

Monday, May 24, 2010

Who loves silly socks?

A couple of my latest designs for Sock it to me  the world's coolest sock company right here in Portland! A favorite among the roller derby girls too = instant cool/ tough points.

Sunday, May 23, 2010

as promised- the Summer Camp Playset!

You saw it here first- the summer camp/ Native American play-set inspired by the pics posted a few days ago.  The little guy can sleep in the teepee, paddle the boat or hang out with the pioneers.  I'm making this set in a few different patterns which will be available in my shop soon.

I am enjoying watching the boys getting lost in this little world- floating the canoe, putting the guy to sleep, having him dive into the water, building beds in the teepee from grass and leaves... The depth of concentration is enviable!

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Girl Power and my Circus Obsession!

If you are a fellow Portland-er please go see this all woman circus - all of my favorite things under one roof- trapeze, fire dancing, hula hoops, music, silly clowns, and super strong and talented women inspiring us all! You can find more details and tickets for this weekend here.

I have daydreamed about joining the circus for years now... don't tempt me Artemis!

p.s. Portland, you rock!

Friday, May 21, 2010

Dandy

An old friend just introduced me to his sweetie's art jewelry, Dandy Craft.  Such a gorgeous mix of of nature's materials- organic, yet tough.  I haven't met her, but I know we would get along... it can be found here.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

New Orleans, Art, Kids- yep.

http://www.theart-project.org/

As a former and forever New Orleans girl, this is very close to my heart- for kids, art AND New Orleans! How can I resist? Limited edition Tee's designed by Yoko Ono are on sale to benefit the cause.  Oh NOLA, I love you!

CRAFT summercamp: jello monoprints

Continuing on the summer camp theme! A new take on tie dye using jello and finger paint! So messy, perfect outdoor activity... full tutorial here

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

fabric gorgeousness

I have had summer camp, teepees, canoes and lakes on the mind these days, remembering the fun to be had at summer camp! I saw this fabric and it inspired a new summer camp themed play set... to be arrive soon!

Sweet things for sweet kids

A celebration of things simple and beautiful.