more grannies

you know i love me some granny squares.. this new project from purl soho looks fun. place mats that are essentially giant granny squares!

happy father's day!

there's something special between a father and a daughter. there was never a safer place in the world than in my dad's arms. his hugs still bring me a peace in my heart that nothing else compares to. knowing the way i feel towards my own father has made it even more special to watch andrew become a father to veda. the way he cares for her and protects her.. the love that pours from his heart every time his eyes fall upon her. and the way her tiny little face lights up when she sees him. one of my favorite parts of becoming a mom has been watching him become a dad.

this is year is even more special because my own dad (and step mom and sister and brother) are all here visiting. happy father's day to veda's dad, my dad, and all the wonderful dads in the world!

(my dad with me and veda, respectively. things have changed just a bit...)

Ktaadn

my friend and fellow FIT classmate, Olan,  is living the dream up in her home town of Portland, Maine. She and her boyfriend recently launched their own line of screen printed towels, pillows and notebooks. I'm soooo excited for her as this has been an idea of hers since we we're in school. I'm also a tad jealous. And totally inspired. Here's to following your dreams!!

check them out here

these kilim rugs are on sale at one kings lane today. aren't they lovely?