We’re growing a little herb garden of our own, and J has related to me several times that he is very concerned about forgetting which herb is which (apparently the cilantro and dill will look similar when full grown). I’d love to mark them with these stamped vintage silverware pieces from Monkeys Always Look. Or maybe my RISD friend has some talented metal smiths in her back pocket she could hook me up with? Here’s hoping!

Just picked up this print from Persimmon & Pink, but I love so many of the colorful pieces in their shop. And they’re offering free shipping until the end of February!

{Thanks, CJane!}

Remember my valentines from last year? Well, if you loved them, you now have the chance to buy your own set to send to those you love!

You can mix and match a set of six cards + envelopes — choose from the “Olive you” or “I love ewe” designs! See more details or make a purchase here!

And yes, I crack myself up.

Inspired by photos like this:

{from Matthew Mead}

I’ve really been wanting to make or buy a fall wreath, preferably with bittersweet. The one below, from the Marston House, is my first pick. They’re built on an 18-inch vine base but the branches can extend 30 inches. Alas, they cost $75 + $20-$25 for shipping&handling, which is a little too much for my budget this year. But aren’t they beautiful?

I next searched Etsy, where I found the option below from seller twoinspireyou. It’s their Hint of Fall Wreath, which is again built on an 18-inch form but can extend to 27 inches. It’s also $75 but shipping is included. Unlike the Marston House wreath, it’s made of faux berries and leaves.

So I have a few options. I could try to find bittersweet vine for sale at a local farmer’s market. There are a few near me but I have no idea if the vendors would sell bittersweet – it is considered worse than a weed, after all. I could also go the faux route and purchase the supplies from a craft supply store. I’m afraid it would look too… faux, though.

What do you think?