Mount Royal Mint

These little plushies just make me say awwww. Hand crafted in Montreal by Mount Royal Mint, these one of a kind teeny tiny guys with tons of personality are perfect for a special someone. After making tiny birds I totally get why the little toys cost just as much as bigger ones, they are super hard to stitch together! Stop by and give Mount Royal Mint a little love, there are so many adorable creatures looking for a lovely home.

images via mount royal mint

Kari Herer photography

I've mentioned artist and photographer Kari Herer here before and while perusing her shop again noticed all her new and beautiful images. I like to visit shops frequently since you never know when they will be updated  and I was not disappointed with Kari's newest and greatest. With a mix of soft colors, fresh florals and simple illustrations, these would be perfect to add a little pizzazz to any wall. We have been collecting unique animal findings for our growing girl and one of these might just have to be purchased for her little area. They are just so colorful and detailed, perfect for growing eyes.

images via kari herer

Colorful creatures

Now that everyone knows about our growing little lady {sqwee!} I keep getting asked what kind of nursery we are planning. We may not have an entire room to dedicate to our little one but the husband and I sure are planning an area for her filled with lots of colors, shapes and animals. And these wood blocked pillows would be the perfect addition to her space. I have always liked the idea of incorporating a more "grown up" color palette...who says we have to have bright pink princess everything anyways? I just love how these pillows not only have fun shapes but incorporate a more fantasy meets realistic look. They would go perfect with the knobs I got for her dresser too! Stop by Laura Frisk's shop for her full line of fun pillows, wall hangings, purses and accessories.

images by laura frisk

Modern toys

The buying for le baby has officially started. With almost constant kicks going on its a nice reminder to start getting things ready for our little love, only 4 more months to go! The husband and I have been keeping our eyes open for fun and interesting toys that are a bit out of the norm and these interchangeable dovetail animals from Poketo totally fit the bill. Made from beech wood, these little critters are prefect for learning as well as display, I just love the simplicity of them and the fact that they are not plastic and super bright colors sure is nice. I'm off to go hear our little one's heartbeat this morning, its already been kicking around saying good morning which always puts a smile on my face.

images via poketo

Home goods

You all know my love for all things brass and animal like, and these findings over at Estate Eclectic are perfect for my growing collection.  Filled with fun vintage finds, this etsy shop has wonderful pieces to fill your home with antique goodness all with a little touch of character.  Aside from my collection of brass, I seem to also be gravitating towards trays {they are just so darn practical!} and this plaid one would be perfect on a table top to hold smaller items.  Besides, its not a home until there is home decor.  Do you collect anything a bit out of the ordinary?  Visitors are always surprised by my animal collection.

photos via estate eclectic

Quick break for cuteness

Just stopping by to say hi.  Sometimes an animals cuteness is just to strong to overlook.  Like for example, this waving little panda bear.  Could it seriously get any cuter?

photo via hooray, tiny animals