Blue Ridge Mts:

My mind is officially on mini vacation mode. This Thursday we leave for the Blue Ridge Mountains to spend Memorial Day at a friend's cabin. It will be a fun weekend since we will be with two other couples. Last year the hubby and I visited for the first time for our Anniversary, and it was an adventure to remember (we accidentally hit a rabbit in the middle of the night trying to find our friend's house). It was very relaxing and we truly enjoyed the quality time together, but it's a small town, with not much to do, so it will be fun to be there with friends.

{Photos from our last visit courtesy of the Hubby}

Blog Love:

My very talented best friend Linnette from PaperGlitter and I, are always sending eachother design sites, new blogs, stationery sites, you name it. We are constantly emailing eachother new reasons to be inspired. Half of the time though, I can never keep up with the amount of amazing designers that are out there. It's always such a treat to discover something new. Last week she sent me a link to the adorable site Bakerella. I dont know how my creative radar missed this site (maybe because it involves the kitchen!). It was love at first sight! But dont take my word for it, explore her site for an abundace of creative projects!

Zac Posen:

I was at Target the other day, and something pleasant caught my attention from the corner of my eye. I never stop by the apparel section at Target; I always run in, get my stuff and get out. I figure the less time Im in there, the less uncesessary items will end up coming home with me. When I went to take a peek at what it was, I was surprised to find the new collection from Zac Posen for Target. There has only been a few fashion designers whose Target collection has caught my eye, and the last one was Patrick Robinson. I remember scouring all South Florida Targets with my sister in search of his medallion tunic dress, with no success. The Zac Posen collection has been out for about a month already, so you might have to hurry if you want to check it out before its sold out!

 {Floral Print Brocade Dress 74.99}

Modern Cupcakes:

Attention all bakers! Have you seen these neat little edible sheets to place on baked goods? A great alternative to intricate icing!

{Ticings}

Fomato:

Finally, greeting cards that express exactly what Im thinking! Check out more adorable and hilarious cards from Fomato.

{Found via Paper Crave}

SJP the Sequel:

I'm in love with Vogue's May photo spread of Sarah Jessica Parker! I love creative photoshoots, it's like combining art and fashion and creating a beautiful photograph that looks like a painting, do I make any sense?  

{Read the article and see more pictures here}

Happy Mother's Day:

Happy Mother's Day to all those wonderful mothers out there. I had a wonderful day with my mother and all the other special moms in my life! Here is a peek to my completed mother's day project. I hope they all enjoyed my baked goodies.

{Visit Think Garnish for supplies & ideas!}

Make-Over:

I love a make-over, whether it's in the real world or the cyber world! Paperglitter has just recently revamped their website for their First Birthday and it looks adorable and stylish. I love how they have re-organized all their printables for easier and faster access to all their freebies and items available for purchase via their Etsy shop. They have even added a new section featuring photos of real parties featuring their printables, like the one below! I can't wait to see what they have in store for the new year ahead! Happy Birthday Paperglitter!

{Photo from Paperglitter via Cakes by Jeannie}

Sweet package:

I'm so excited to have received my Think Garnish goodies yesterday. I'll be a busy bee on Saturday baking and putting the gifts together. I had a little bit of a technical problem since the kraft loaf molds I ordered are smaller than the baking molds, but I think it will be okay.I'll have to put my creative thinking cap on! I cant wait to share the finished products!

Cinco, Cinq, Cinque, Fünf:

Happy Cinco de Mayo, in whatever language you speak. Spanish for the fifth of May, is a voluntarily observed holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín. It is celebrated primarily in the state of Puebla and in the United States.While Cinco de Mayo has limited significance nationwide in Mexico, the date is observed in the United States and other locations around the world as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. Whatever meaning it has for you, enjoy the excuse to down many tequila shots, margaritas, frozen or on the rocks and all the Mexican food you can eat! Salud!

{Vintage Stamp}

I do:

I have my planner hat back on. I'm currently helping a friend style her top secret wedding, and it's really difficult for me to keep a secret as special as this one. I'm obsessed with all things wedding, so helping her is really just an excuse to practice my hobby - daily! In researching style ideas for her, these are some lovely images I've come accross that have kept my inspiration flowing.

{Pro Novias Vintage}

{Image via style me pretty}

{Image via style me pretty}

{Image via style me pretty}

Test Drive:

So I decided to embark on my baking adventure this weekend. I searched everywhere for the mini loaf molds, Macy's, Target, Crate & Barrel. None of those stores carried them, so I finally decided to go to Williams Sonoma knowing they would have them. I headed to the grocery store list in hand, and as I turned the corner to the baking isle, there they were, staring right back at me. Mini loaf molds in every size and configuration, and for a third of the price. I don't know why I didn't think of looking there! I rushed home and began my test run.