** Happiness Is...**

Branch Antlers

The wall antler trend has me somewhat perplexed. It's a bit haunting, don't you think? The remains of a dead elk looming over your shoulder? But I could definitely get on board with these quirky branch antlers designed by woodworker, Luke Bartels. Aren't they fun?


{Image via Remodelista by Chris Andre}

British Railway Posters

I have all things British on the brain with the upcoming royal wedding. Including these fantastic vintage railway posters that transport me to a time when train travel was glamorous.

Ignoring the traumatic episode where my passport was jacked by a conniving French man, I have many fond memories of riding the rails through Europe when I lived in London.

When was the last time you traveled by train? :)


{Images via Chocolate Creative}

Vintage Photo Mason Jars

I love how Cori made her own wedding centerpieces by placing black and white photos into vegetable oil-filled mason jars. The oil preserves the photograph and gives it an aged yellowing effect. She added a sprig of dried lavender to make it smell nice.


{Images by August and After}

Nine Years Ago Today

Forgive me for my silence. I'm recouperating from our last minute excursion to the San Juan Islands yesterday. I got whisked away by the love of my life to celebrate our first date 9 years ago today. And if you remember our anniversary debate last year, about exactly how many years it has been, Hal finally admitted my calculations were correct. Victory! :)

Anyway dears, I hope you had a lovely Easter weekend. I'll be back to regular programming tomorrow.


{Image by via National Geographic by Phil Schermeister}

Bunny Folds

Happy Easter weekend darlings! If you happen to be hosting a brunch or family gathering, I hope you fold your napkins into bunnies  :)  Enjoy the weekend links...

A Californian's persective of America.

The perfect night: a pizza and a pizza puzzle.

Delicate paper jewelry.

Wishing this book boat was real.

Love this look.

What's on your daydream list?

An artichoke bouquet.

The city dweller's hen house.

Become Someone Else ad campaign.

Remember Sweet Valley High? It's back!

And some posts of mine you may have missed...

• Cascarones Confetti Eggs
• Easter Weekend
• Following The White Rabbit

{Images via Imagine}

Earth Circles

In honor of Earth Day today, I think Marco Suarez's photo series, Circles, are perfectly appropriate. I find them so soothing.


{Images via Down And Out Chic by Marco Suarez}

Homemade Cadbury Creme Eggs

I know it's Easter when Hal starts bringing home Cadbury Creme Eggs for dessert. He loves them. Maybe I'll surprise him with some homemade ones. Me, I prefer the caramel eggs. Are you a creme or a caramel kid?

P.S. Whoa... deep fried Cadbury eggs.


{Images via Lovely Little Things by Not Without Salt}

The Tulip Festival

I've never been to the Tulip Festival up in Skagit Valley, Washington, and I'm dying to go. Doesn't it look spectacular? It's only open during the month of April... time is running out!


{Image by Karla DeCamp}

Traveling In Style

Can you tell I'm ready for a vacation? I'm wishing I could pack every single one of these outfits for my trip to New York next month! :)


{Images via Shopbop}

The Camper Bike

Hilarious, right? Not real, unfortunately. The Camper Bike is just a sculptural piece by Brooklyn artist, Kevin Cyr.

This takes me back to a very vivid memory of my pre-teen summers. My parents owned a camper just like this. A longer one, of course. I would lay on my belly in the upper bunk, Eddie Vedder crooning in my headphones, and I'd watch the winding road below as we drove through the forest to our camping destination. Such good times!


{Images via Swissmiss}

Those Who Wish To Sing...

"Those who wish to sing... always find a song."

-Swedish Proverb

{Images by: 1. Rural Pearl; 2. 315 Thomas; 3. Freya Art; 4. Joutomaa; 5. The Project Room; 6. Painter Nik}

An Adorable A-Frame

So yeah. Julia's home triple confirms it. A-frames are amazing. I like hers even more than this modern one. Julia's feels more retro and cozy. She's entering it into AT's 7th Annual Smallest Coolest Home Contest. I hope she wins.

Sadly, A-frames are super rare. At least here in WA. Why aren't there more of them in the world?


{Images via Apartment Therapy}

Separated At Birth

I'm getting such a kick out of Victoria's Separated By Birth series. She somehow manages to perfectly pair up vintage starlets with color complimentary decor. Matches made in heaven.


{Images by sfgirlbybay}

Outdoor Movie Nights

Ever since moving into the new house with my first ever backyard, I've been envisioning how it will look in the summer. Set up nice with fairy lights, a silver screen, a big bowl of popcorn, and lots of pillows. My own little outdoor movie theater.

And it goes a little something like this. Yep.


{Image via Felicity Jayne Heath}

Drinking Glasses...

... make pretty designs when filled with colored water. Just thought you should know :)


{Images via Colossal by Nacho Alegre}