Its done! I sewed the final buttons on my Megan Nielsen Darling Ranges dress last night, and of course I had to wear it today. Let me tell you, Megan did such an amazing job on this pattern. &n...
Sure, theres something to be said for the instant gratification of digital and Polaroid photography. Stopping time at an instants notice is nothing to scoff at. But by playing with 35mm f...
Grey blouse: Forever 21Lacy black shirt: hand-me-down from my friend EPants: Gap, Hebron Gap OutletCardigan: Banana Republic, Hebron Gap OutletPumps: TargetBelt: Came with a tunicPumps: TargetJ...
I love all of Megan Nielsens gorgeous designs, so I was thrilled when she came out with a line of sewing patterns, and even more thrilled when she sweetly sent me a pattern to try! The Dar...
Winter has arrived in Cincinnati, and weve spent most of the weekend iced in. Im not a big fan of the cold weather, but it is nice to have a chance to catch up on some work, get some things org...
Okay, this is the last Christmas post of the year (I promise!). These were all on a roll of film from the Canon-AE1 that I developed this weekend. I had a bit of a scare with this roll - ...
Blue top: Banana Republic, Hebron Gap OutletNavy cardigan: Banana Republic, Hebron Gap OutletBlue tee (layered under top): Gap, Hebron Gap OutletYellow cords: Gap, Hebron Gap OutletBelt: thriftedBoot...
I firmly believe in enjoying little luxuries. I wash my face every night with gorgeous handmade soap. I keep my feet toasty in cozy slippers. And every day after lunch, I make a cup...
Cream cardigan: hand-me-down from my friend S.Striped tank: thriftedBurgundy cords: Gap, Hebron Gap OutletSocks: Eddie Bauer, gift from S.Boots: Hunter, gift from my momScarf: gift from One Red ...
Hello, hello! Im back home in Cincinnati and slowly recovering from a fantastic weekend in Philadelphia. Can you believe that I didnt take a single photo all weekend? Honestly, I ca...
Lace Knit top: thriftedBlack tank: thriftedJeans: H&MBoots: Vintage JustinRope belt: thriftedHeadband: repurposed belt from a sweater dressJewelry: wedding rings; vintage necklace (belonged to my...
So in the rush leading up the holidays, I forgot to get pictures of most of my handmade gifts this year. Here are two that I did record!For my best friends new baby, I made The Purl Bees Felt B...
Are you sick of 2011 round-up posts yet? Well, heres one more! This morning Im enjoying looking through my Google Analytics while the first big snow of the season swirls outside my window...
Coat: vintage skipperBoots: vintage barbieGold foil tree: antique store in my hometownTiny vintage ornaments: found in my grandmas Christmas boxI hope you had a wonderful time ringing in the new year...
Its the last day of 2011; how on earth did that happen so quickly? I must say, though, its been a pretty good year. In January, I escaped Ohios snow and ice with a trip to Texas...and...
Winter is here, and its time to get cozy! I have lots of fun things coming up next month, including winter-themed tutorials, crafts, and outfit posts, and Id love to have your indie business or...
Over the holidays, I participated in The Blue Betty Blogs 12 Days Before Christmas series, sharing a tutorial for making DIY yarn wrapped bangles. These are quick and easy, and perfect for usin...
Chevron top: Old NavyGreen jeans: Gap, Hebron Gap OutletDrapey cardigan: Gap, Hebron Gap OutletBlack tank: thriftedPumps: Target (of course I traded these out for Minnetonka moccasin slippe...
{Click the photos to see them larger!}I had such a merry Christmas. Some highlights of my holidays include:-playing games and decorating cookies with my in-laws-digging through antique stores w...
Time to announce winners for Decembers sponsored giveaways - hooray! Lets consult the random number generator... The winner of the 11:11 giveaway is commenter #3 - Mris! The winner of the ...
Look at that, its Friday again! There were lots of Nice Things around the internet this week...1. Its not too late to gift handmade this season! EZ of Creature Comforts shared a gre...
Im over on Sarah Bryden-Browns fabulous and inspiring Blogstar today, participating in the Life as a Blog series. Head over there to learn about the early days of OPB, my blogging cha...
Over the summer I was contacted by the Dutch magazine Flow. They were working on a special issue devoted to mindfulness, and asked me to comment on my One Line a Day Journal for an article on j...
Today I have another lovely sponsor giveaway for you! Lisa of Lala Faux Bois is offering one OPB reader a gorgeous (and cozy) cowl from her shop, Paper Plane.From Lisa: This cowl is hand k...
Interested in more holiday-themed Nice Things? Youre in luck - Ive got some great ones this week!1. Katrina of Pugly Pixel shared how to turn your phone photos into teeny-tiny prints:&nbs...
Percy used to take a prescription that came in cute little folding boxes, so I have a stacks of them. They are the perfect size for small gifts, but are cringe-inducingly ugly, with banged up o...
Im happy to be hosting another amazing group of people over in the sidebar this month. I think my favorite thing about running a sponsorship program (and something that I hadnt thought about be...
Last month, the lovely Jamila of 11:11 answered a few questions about being a full-time indie business owner. This month, Im excited to have her back for a totally awesome giveaway! One l...
Aesthetic Outbursts shiny alphabet inspired these sparkly name tags. They couldnt be simpler - all you need to make them is a package of metallic pipe cleaners and two minutes of your time...
Heres some lovely inspiration for the end of your weekend!1. Find pretty printable gift tags at Goodknits (an OPB sponsor!):2. Liz of Say Yes to Hoboken shared ten glass ornamen...
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