Making a List, Checking it Twice

This wish list is mostly for Emma's benefit, as she always asks me what I want for Christmas/birthdays and then ends up buying something off my blog. A smart one she is, that sister of mine. Here's what I came up with based on my laptop's open browser tabs. (Speaking of which, Tiho wants to design me a t-shirt displaying my personal catchphrase: "Don't close my tabs!" (No, but seriously, never ever close my tabs).

ONE: My favorite perfume. I've been out for over six months and haven't gotten around to reordering.
TWO: The Hat Book. A collection of images by one of my all-time favorite photographers.
THREE: A yellow coffee/tea pot. Because it's super duper cute.
FOUR: Leather Stud Wallet. Simple, classic, stylish, & well-made. (I'd use this for years).
FIVE: Vintage Kaj Franck Heart Bowl. Dream collector's item (aka, always on my ultimate wish list).
SIX: Original Lulie Wallace Art Print. This would be a lovely addition to my collection.
SEVEN: Little Flower Cookbook. I love the name. And the recipes sound delicious.
EIGHT: Chemex 6-Cup Glass Coffee Maker. How is it possible I don't already own this?
NINE: Gradiated Striped Rug, size 9x12. Unbeatable price for the quality & size.
TEN: Clybourn Loft Chair. Two words: green velvet.

Shape Shifting

This winter, I've gotten into the habit of baking brownies nearly every weekend. I'll never tire of them, but I think I'm going to pick up a bunch of cookie cutters in different shapes to have a little fun. Aren't heart brownies the sweetest?

Two sets I'm eying:

Kaiser Bakeware Heart Cookie Cutters, (set of 6 available on Amazon for $9)

Star Cookie Cutters from Brook Farm General Store, (set of 6 for $18)

P.S. A little wisdom from a four-year-old student: "My mom cuts my grilled cheese samiches into dinosaur shapes. They taste so much better."

Agreed.

(heart brownie source)

Do I Love This Kitchen?

...or do I LOVE this kitchen? The bright color contrasted with the crisp white makes me feel all piggly wiggly. Isn't it absolutely spectacular?

(via Desire to Inspire)

Lusting: Blooms

Summer is fast approaching and with it, my desire to be surrounded by all things sweet. Blooming designs are really doing it for me right now. Currently lusting the following:

This extra large Tulip Teapot. Loving the simplicity of blue on creme.

This Dwell Studio for Target Peony Pillow. A combination of my favorite color and my favorite flower? Aw yeah.

Bar Cart

The styling on this bar cart is so pretty. I wonder if Tiho would go for it? It really does seem like the absolute loveliest way to display alcohol (and peonies...and vintage glassware...).

(via This is Glamorous)

Kitchen Vignettes

Feeling so drawn to eclectic styling in the kitchen, especially as I begin the attempt to personalize ours. These spaces are all cozy, warm and welcoming, don't you think?

By the way, the stove in the 3rd photo is very similar to the stove in our new apartment. Except ours is yellow(ish) and not quite as cute.

I'm on it, don't worry.

(image 1-apartment therapy, images 2, 3, & 4 via abby sharp)