I’m so excited- next weekend I’m heading up to the Outer Banks to stay in my family’s o-l-d beach cottage. Isn’t it awesome?? It doesn’t have air conditioning, but the way it’s situated it’s perfectly comfortable (almost) all summer long. Can’t wait for a nice tropical drink on the screen porch in the evenings… and [...]

…to play outside! Gorgeous backyard feature from Sunset Magazine, using nearly all recycled or second-hand materials. Makes me want to freshen up my deck a bit! Plus, I’m not at all a fan of wicker-type furniture, but I LOVE that couch. Check out the full article here.

This invitation is so fun, and I love the typography. Plus, they tell a really cute story! Hooray for unique ideas!! (If you click on the image, it gets bigger) Designed by the groom, Matt Dorfman, and found on design*sponge.

Clipboard Inspiration Boards I really love the idea of using clipboards to organize things out in the open. Not a new idea, really, but a fun one. (So very Martha Stewart…) People seem to find a variety of uses, from displaying kids artwork to magazine clippings. Here’s a little roundup of some creative ideas! Martha [...]