I have this odd relationship with shades of pink. See, sometimes I love pink like it’s my job. Other times, I really could leave it or take it…generally leave it. Lately I’ve been having a major pink and coral moment. It might be because I’m considering giving my desk a wash of glossy coral to pep up my office. Or it might just be because it’s spring and pink feels happy and pretty. You know. Like cherry blossoms and other …

A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to get my hands on an advance copy of Amy Palanjian’s latest book, So Pretty! Felt, which is loaded with 24 super pretty DIY ideas all made with felt. Felt is a an old school crafting favorite of mine, namely because it’s inexpensive and forgiving. It comes in loads of great colors, it’s easy to work with and it has a certain charm that I just love. Plus, Amy is the former deputy …

My pick for this week’s cocktail is this crazy delicious looking rhubarb raspberry fizz over at Golubka, dreamed up by Sarah of The Vanilla Bean Blog. Made with fresh berries, rhubarb and vanilla bean it’d be equally as tasty as an alcohol-free refreshment as it would be with a liberal splash of bourbon. I love this time of year when it’s so much easier to pick up fresh ingredients at the farmer’s market or grocery store to really elevate the flavors …

An easy tutorial on how to make cloth napkins the no-sew way with seam tape!

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