Small blessings

We waited soooo long! Almost four months to share the news! What am I talking about? I am remembering the excitement of a special time Last Easter where after dinner we celebrated with a "curious" new tradition. No one thought anything different knowing me and my *enthusiam* for holidays. I placed a special decorated Easter egg for everyone to crack and read a special "Easter message". From each cracked egg a small picture tumbled out. Revealing what my family would soon discover as a first ultrasound of a tiny person who would one day be named Emmett. ...With a delayed reaction and me already tearing up... It took them a bit to realize what they were looking at but when they did, there were many tears of joy to follow! I wanted to reveal our joy with the symbolism of new life!  A fun little tidbit also was that no one knew I was secretly filming only to find out the the video stopped right a the moment of truth! Ha! I was disappointed that I did not get the reaction on film but it will always be in my memory as a sweet one!

Celebrating love hope and new life this Easter! Hope your Easter is a beautiful beginning of spring blessings love and hope! Xo

OH BOY Emmett's Nursery Reveal

I have been a little busy and have not been able to share Emmett’s nursery. This was a project of love with a lot of 'internetting' (that is not a word yet?), thinking and searching for the perfect touches for his little space. A lot of the things are adaptations of ideas I found and loved so much! 

My favorite thing is how personal it is. All babies are unique, so creating a unique nursery just for them is perfect. It is cozy and personal and we love spending time there. Trust me, for people thinking about nursery ideas; you will spend a lot of time there (!) so you have to love it.

I began with the refurbished dresser from my wedding as a dresser/changing table. I based my inspiration from my love of navy blue and stripes and from there a ‘nautical’ style was born. Next I just chose some things I would make and set out to find other things at thrift shops. Once I found everything I had envisioned it was time to purchase the must have items such as the crib, mattress and a few other finishing touches. 

 Easy as pie-but you have not seen me make pie, mwah ah ah! No husbands were injured too badly by crazy preggo ladies either. Success, and again I say we love it! I hope you get some ideas and inspiration for your projects!

Wedding diys.

With my recent engagement I have become quite fixated on looking at pictures and posts of beautiful wedding decor. One thing's for certain I never really have been interested in anything wedding related before but as a lover of all things pretty, design and craft I have a new found interest in wedding DIYS.

With that being said I decided that I would try and create (time willing) several things for my upcoming wedding. I am excited to share the ups and downs of such projects because I have found so many helpful sites, sharing is where it's at. I think DIY's can help with brides-to-be on budgets but also bring a personal element to such a special and personal event. With the help of the blog-o-sphere ( Where there is such a wealth info from talented people) anything is possible, even if you don't consider yourself crafty ;). 

Here on some things that have inspired me so far. 

1. Soft and feminine yet they offer a bold touch to any ceremony or reception. These kissing balls are extremely doable. 
http://heart-hands-home.blogspot.com/2011/01/rose-kissing-ball-tutorial.html

2. Extenuate with these delicate garlands. They will accompany any style without taking over the show. 
http://www.thoughtfullysimple.com/diy-flower-garland-diy-wedding-tips/

3. Why not invite with a little character and little touch of whimsy. I think DIY or at least partial DIY invites are the way to go. I don't know if I am up for this challenge but I certainly like this result.
http://www.weddingpaperdivas.com/diy-wedding-invitation-kits.htm

4. Since I am going for the 'Shabby Chic' look, it is touches like these that will help create that feel. I was soo excited to find this tutorial for antiqued votives. I share her "squeal-induced" sentiments.
http://www.takethesidestreet.com/2010/11/faux-mercury-glass-tutorial.html

This is what I have so far, may the hunt continue!

XO Johanna