housewarming in a jar.

with spring comes cleaning, moving, a general nesting time in most people's lives. to celebrate new growth i highly suggest putting together one of these gems. i give you one of the easiest, most lovely diy i've seen in some time. you can really do or include anything you want. and if you need our address to send us one, please do let us know. we just love gifts. especially one's that are this amaze.

loves: black&white.

a few b&w tips from better home and gardens- a KD loves. see more how-to's here. 

"Be sure to balance large, medium, and small scale patterns with a few touches of plain black and white fabrics. Architectural details and interesting shapes keep a black-and-white palette from being boring. Even an all-white or beige room can benefit from a few well-placed dollops of black and white. Checked and striped fabrics make perfect companion prints for larger-scaled florals or toiles. Plain black and white fabrics are punctuated by a few small patterned pillows in a room that could be duplicated easily. Look for ways to dress up black-and-white prints with details.Though plain black upholstery is a bit unusual, it can make an important statement in a room. A few black accessories show up in high contrast to the balance of the room in creamy white. Kitchens are generally filled with straight lines and cold-looking countertops, so the sumptuous ruffled shade is a welcome contrast. Coordinating fabrics are a nice edge detail to further emphasize the arched hem."

or just do what we do-create, re-create, play, dismiss and start again. 

happy easter.

so go do what you do.

but, seriously.

ok, i know i've been away for a while. too long. that's life i guess. and during my time away, a renewed excitement to blogshare worthiness to all. and so we jump back in. i share with you my loves, an american cinema classic. truly. 

yeah, yeah, yeah. despite being filmed in 1989, not a thing about the fashion of these five ladies lacks luster. i would be lying if i didn't admit the ensembles of the steel magnolias cast continues to inspire me. clean lines, a tailored fit, knowing what looks good on your shape-these things never go out of style. enjoy.  

if you've seen the film, these obviously do the fabulous frocks little justice. so go. watch. enjoy. take notes. but, seriously.