Warm Things.
It will be snowing soon for some of us. We thought we'd revisit this great idea to warm your cockles. Warm things and caffeine do wonders to brighten an evening, particularly post daylight savings time.
Not just a chocolate lolly, hot chocolate on a stick. A taste-tempting D.I.Y, which also could mean Drink It Yourself. Maybe curled up with a good book?
Recipes, ideas, and all sorts of chocolaty savvy featured on a great blog called Giver's Log. Which we found via Sew, Mama, Sew.
And wouldn't it be a lovely after dinner cup for a winter wedding?
More of our Favorite things... Paper and Porcelain!
Just had to share these with you!
Aside from writing letters, we'd say having folks over for coffee or tea is one of the best ways to keep in touch.
And how better to host a little get-together than with these beautiful handmade cups and saucers by Meredith Host? She gets some of her inspiration for design from paper patterns.
Just lovely!
We've had our eyes open for gifts, since it's getting on toward that season. We ran into Meredith's work on the Clay Studio website. The Clay Studio is a fab non-profit organization, studio, and artist residency for ceramic artists in Philadelphia. Had to give them a shout-out because they do great work, and have gorgeous handmade goodies.
Isn't this serving dish delish?
And this mug to match, found on Etsy. Thanks, Meredith!
Golden Gate Dinner Party
Did you see the incredible dinner party that Jordon threw under the Golden Gate Bridge?! There's even a how-to if you were so inspired....now we just need to figure out how to get on the guest list!
photos by Paul Ferney for Oh Happy Day
J. Crew on Madison Avenue
The J. Crew Weddings and Parties store opened on Madison Avenue - what a dream! Also, where can we get that desk?!
Via Perfect bound.
Confetti garlands
Oh, the possibilities!
Kiki La Ru
Since eating cake (and baking it too!) is one of our many illustrious hobbies here at H!L, these bunting flags by Kiki La Ru are right up our alley!
Paper Pastries
Pretty Paper Pastries from Imeon Designs would make perfect favor boxes for your next bridal or baby shower. Fill them with color coordinated candy and trinkets!
Cheese wedding cakes
Speaking of food, check out these wedding cakes made entirely of cheese! A great option for gluten-intolerant brides (Chelsea Clinton requested a gluten free cake!), maybe not-so-great for those who are lactose-intolerant.
Via Cup of Jo.
Taste of the Test Kitchen
Taste of the Test Kitchen is a new blog from the uber-geniuses over at Martha Stewart featuring recipes, cooking tips and restaurant reviews. Anybody hungry?
hip hip hooray!
We are enamored with Hip Hip Hooray, a brand new blog dedicated to fun ideas, projects and themes for kids birthday parties - let the crafting begin!
Via Jordon.
Party with Jonathan Adler!
....Jonathan Adler party cups, napkins, plates and paper lanterns that is! We've expressed our love for the talented designer before (and even met him once in person!) so throwing a Jonathan Adler themed party is right up our alley!
All products available here online. Found via Ruby Press.