Doilies and Lace

Lately I've been obsessed with anything made with doilies and lace. There are just certain things in life that one can be drawn to, and mine is crochet doilies and delicate lace. So much so, that I recently added a few beautiful pieces to baby Claire's nursery with this inspiration in mind. 

This lovely area rug by Urban Outfitters

Lace curtains inspired by Baby to Go, where I bought Claire's crib set from (pictures to come). I was pleasantly surprised to find the same type of fabric curtains at Ikea.

Here are a few other favorite finds in this category.

 Doily fan earrings

 Vintage crochet buttons

Doily Lily pads pillow

Shabby Chic Doily Clock

Crochet Lace Dreamcatcher Choker

This Moment

{this moment} - A Friday ritual started by Soul Mama., single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.

If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find and see.

Jack and Jill went up the hill

I'm SO excited because today I received the cutest lamp in the mail for Claire's nursery. A little while back I decided to re-decorate her room with a shabby chic/nursery rhyme theme so when I set eyes on this vintage lamp on Zelle's Attic, I couldn't resist. 

 *photo credit- Zele's Attic

The little one's bedding is being custom made as we speak by the sweet Carmit of Baby to go. I will post some more photos once the room makes its total transformation. In the meantime, I'm enjoying the process and I look forward to finding more pieces to make her room complete.

My Easter bunny

I had so much fun dressing my little bunny up for Easter. Even though she can only wear this get-up once, I had to have it. Thank goodness for talented people like this who can crochet one of many adorable outfits I've seen yet.

If you are looking for something similar for you bundle, check out this shop on etsy. I'm sure you will find something memorable.

Oh how i wish...

that I could be riding this bike (vintage Schwinn)

*photo credit here

on this bike path ("Rails to Trails", Ohio)

 *photo credit here

Feeling Inspired

It's been a while since I've blogged now that we have a new addition to the family. A much needed  outing this weekend inspired me to get back on track with documenting things that make me smile inside. My Sunday afternoon venture led me to a quaint bookstore in town that was selling children's books for .99 cents each. I picked up a few classics by Little Golden Books for the little one's growing library.  I can't wait to start reading to her.

                                                  *photo credit-www.thimblythings.com

Here is an adorable way to re-purpose the pages of these classic story books once they've been put to good use. This clever idea inspires me want to re-decorate my daughter's nursery with this theme in mind.  It gives off such a feeling of home and a sense of comfort. Have you seen any lovely nursery ideas lately?