My Shoestring Life

Look what arrived in my inbox this afternoon and made me smile. Cupcake liners can be purchased here.

After asking for and receiving a weekend away to scrapbook with some very lovely women for my birthday, I’ve got my mojo back.

I just stumbled upon this lovely etsy shop full of vintage and vintage looking embellishments perfect for scrapping and crafting.

I first blogged the company that makes these baby booties back here. Check out their new designs. I am swooning over them. Now the question is, how many pairs do I buy?

So, while a couple of us have been nursing colds this week, I spent Monday night and all of Tuesday consuming this.

It was good, in a very Charles Dickens way. The intricacy of the plot slowly developed, precisely intertwined and mysterious. And of course, it doesn’t hurt that it stars Matthew Macfadyen.

I am beginning to bust out of my regular clothes, but not so much that the full on maternity clothes fit right, either. They look baggy and oversized. I’m right in between, and I so needed this shot of maternity fashion inspiration. Thanks DesignMom.

I think I could put one of these to use. How about you? Found here.

So, with nausea that even Zofran can’t seem to touch, and hardwood floors that need to be redone (don’t ask), I’m finding it difficult to get in the mood. Here’s some photos from flickr that are helping. A nice big glass of zinfandel and a fire in the fireplace would help, too. But alas, I’ll [...]

Oh my, am I in love with the work of this company. Found via Design*Sponge, here are some of my favorites:

Holiday Wrap. $22-30.

Garland Christmas Card. $16 for set of eight.

Holiday Post Cards. $10 for ten.
The non-Christmas stuff is gorgeous, too. But it’s the folk-like charm and yet modern edge of the [...]

She’s got a new luggage and bag collection. See more here.