Happy weekend

Happy Friday friends, its been quite the gloomy week around here, poor Uli's done nothing but sleep and walk from one room to the other dragging her toys around. I'm hoping to get at least a little bit of water free skies this weekend, even I'm starting to get a little stir crazy. Though I did manage a trip out for a few flowers to liven up the place, I always hate how grey skies lead to bleak interiors. Something about not having a bit of sun just makes me move a little slower. And how cute are those little owls? The husband surprised me with a little box on my place setting with this 'just because' gift before dinner. What a guy. Hope everyone has a fun St. Patrick's day and eats something green...may I suggest of the healthy variety. Kale chips anyone?

earrings from ambiance, photo by our designed life

Quick break for vases

Um, I think I might need one of these owl vases from Nood pronto!  These little guys would be a perfect accent on any table top, especially my nightstand...wink wink to the husband.  Although the last time I got something with an owl I got the comment, so how many are you going to get?  You ask me, there is always room for more decor.  Do you have any collections that you just adore?

photo via nood

Lovely owl inspired wedding

Last week I stumbled upon Adventures in illustration written by Barcelona artist Kat Cameron and just had to share her wedding details.  With a South African game lodge as the setting, Kat incorporated her passion for illustration into the theme of her big day, starting with the invitations.  She designed an adorable pair of owls that were incorporated into the program, custom wine labels and even an animation.

How awesome are these programs!  Using a photograph of her and her husband to be's favorite items as the main image, Kat and her sister created a beautiful setting for their guests.

And staying with the owl theme, Kat's Mother and Mother in Law created these adorable wired owls that glowed in the evening festivities.

Kat was able to personalize everything, including the thank you notes that were attached to homemade lemon curd and rusks.  She incorporated her love of illustration into these beauties and even included a personal designed print for each guest.  Be sure to check out the rest of the photos here and here, as well as Kat's illustration shop, which is filled with beautiful pieces.

photos via kat cameron, wedding prep and day of

Crafts to smile about

This just made me smile.  Meet Winston and Squeak, an adorable pair available through Hilary Cosgrove.  Just too cute.

photo via hilary cosgrove

Love me some owls

Lately I have had a thing for animal figurines, and these owls would make a lovely addition to my growing collection.  Although, I don't have any more space!  Seems owls are getting the lime light right now, with every home item adorning the adorable bird.  From towels to art to clocks and even rugs, you can find these wise guys come in every form, from lifelike to oh so cute, there is always something for everyone.  So with that in mind, I did a small round up of shops paying homage to the night time predator.

Owl doorstop

Rare ceramic white owls

Owl stash box and owl art piece

Owl coin bank

Owl tea towels

Vintage owl candle holder

photos via each shop

Although my favorite owl of all time is the wise one who knows just how many licks it takes to get to the center of that tootsie pop.

photo via bite my review

Box 64 Studios

Don't know why but I have been on a major owl kick lately.  From prints to sculptures to clocks, can't get enough.  And this owl print from Box 64 Studios might just need to find its way onto my wall.  Owls aside, Box 64 Studios also has beautiful collages, paper flowers and even decorative clipboards.  I love my patterned clipboard, always makes me feel fancy when I go into meetings.

photos via box 64 studios