snapshot. 01

I've been wanting to work on bettering my photography skills as well as adding textures, etc. to my photos. Perhaps you're right along with me and would like to participate on your own blog. If so, let me know as I'd love to stop by and get some inspiration.

I've decided to share one snapshot a week from my daily comings and goings. Although who knows, it might be more. I'm making the rules, right? I have no idea where this will lead. But I'm hoping it will lead to better photography and memories captured in amazing ways.

I figured I'd start off with this shot of my son. I sort of cheated. I mean, how can you go wrong with little piggies?

Up and down

This is how we spend our day. Up and down. Up and down.

All.

Day.

Long.

Progress

I cut for an hour last night, while I watched The Bachelor (I know, I know), to make my one pile down to well...another pile. I told my husband this was going to be a multi-night task spread out over multi-weeks as my hand and back had had enough. Now I just need to iron this one pile so I can cut it into 210 rectangles. Oh how that number seems so daunting.

And since I already admitted to watching it up above, I might as well talk about it. Right? No shame once you've come clean. So...no surprises that the girls were mad from The Women Tell All night. I so hope Stephanie finds a nice man...someone that appreciates romance like she does. And were they hinting at Jillian being the next Bachelorette?

My vote. I still like Molly. Perhaps part of it is I love the name Molly. But I do think she seems more mature. I have a feeling he's going with Melissa. What do you think?

The stack

This Amy Butler stack has been staring shamelessly at me for a week now...waiting to be cut to make this quilt. I am planning to dig into it tonight while my husband steals the computer from me to do some work. It will also give me a great excuse to use my "new to me" serger.

And I managed to get out this weekend and purchase the last issue of Domino that they'll be printing. What!?! You didn't know either??? Oh, I'm so disappointed. Bye bye Domino. RIP. I'm thinking maybe I should get it laminated...

Spring 2009 Color Report

Pantone came out with their Pantone Color Fashion Trend for Spring of 2009. I pulled a few samples while browsing online. Hmm...might need to update my wardrobe! Here in AZ we're allowed to start thinking about Spring. Afterall, summer will be here before I know it and I'll be wishing for winter again! The grass it always greener...

Clothing is from Antropologie and JCrew. Nail polish from OPI.

Okay...so I'm a little late getting my Friday post up...and it's almost Valentines Day but I figure better late than never. And who isn't inspired by fun Valentine's gift ideas!

1. I thought this pottery from here would be a great idea as a gift. I see it as something you could use on your dresser to put jewelry or loose change in, or perhaps a bar of soap in the guest bathroom. Cute, cute!

2. I can see this brooch on a cute winter coat.

3. And because my Valentines picks are a little on the late side...you can always order this from Martha's collection. I think this would be a great idea for a romantic breakfast in bed.

4. I think sometimes, for me, the thing I love and cherish the most is just getting to stay at home and spend time just being together with my husband. I'm happy to get some pizza, curl up on the couch and watch a great movie together. Bring the tissues for this one.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Grrr....

Now who could be scared of a little ol' bear like this?

Remember.

Favorite things. Climbing into toy bins. Getting teeth. Waddle running. Not eating his veggies. Moving furniture. Pushing dump truck. Playing King Kong with train track. Carrying books everywhere to be read to. Being chased. Unrolling toilet paper roll. Loving on mommy and daddy. Kissing open-mouthed. Being too cute to get in trouble.

Noah. So many changes. So full of life. Laughter. Oh, that laugh. Babble. A few real words. That smile. Melts your heart. Precious moments. So thankful.

1. I like the idea of going out "light-handed" with this flat wallet from here. And it's on sale! Can't beat that.

2. This is on my to-do list. I see them all over the blogosphere. I think this fabric banner is ADORABLE and a great way to use up your stash. Find it here by Beth. And while you're visiting, make sure to check out their hundreds of other tutorials. Such a great blog.

3. I couldn't forget about Valentines Day coming up...and with the mention of that...you can't leave out good ol' Martha. I do own a quill pen. I've never used it. I think this card might give me the motivation to dust it off though.

4. I LOVE Baby Legs. So cute! Can't find them? Make your own faux baby legs using this tutorial.

Little Bo Peep, Needs her sheep...

It doesn't look like I'll be having my own little sheep farm any time soon...so I'm strongly considering becoming a shareholder in this, and had to share this site with you as well! Too cool. Really. I love the thought of curling up in the winter knitting with "my very own" special yarn. My husband told me I'd have to learn how to spin the wool as well. He knows me too well.