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1 :: The Cathedral Heights Crochet Applique Dress from Ruche is a great addition to your holiday wardrobe. Dress it up with a cranberry colored cardigan or fun tights, and you’re set for holiday shopping or dinner out.

2 :: If you’ve been assigned to bring something sweet to Thanksgiving dinner, mix it up with this pear cranberry and gingersnap crumble from Smitten Kitchen. Just the thought of this combination makes my mouth water!

3 :: When you see a deeply discounted cookie rack on black Friday, don’t pass it up–use it to make this grand, oversized fabric chandelier.

4 :: I’m loving the loose, informal style of Jenni Sparks. It inspires me to doodle more (and make my notes more interesting).

5 :: If you haven’t been to FakeAnything.com, it’s time to check it out. The site showcases user-submitted fake ads, products, and news from television and movies. My favorites are Misty Manley’s lovingly designed items from 30 Rock and Arrested Development.

6 :: Narwhals, narwhals, living in the ocean…even before the infamous YouTube video, narwhals have had a special place in my heart. When I saw this vintage glass narwhal ornament from Anthropologie, I knew I had to add it to our tree.

1 :: I did a lot of dress shopping this weekend for a ball (yes, a BALL!) that I’m attending on Saturday. While I was searching for a floor length gown, I saw so many cute “short” dresses that I wished I could get instead, like this Annaliese Sweetheart Dress from Ruche.

2 :: I’ve been eating a lot of salads lately, since Mr. Jones has been trying to eat less carbs/gluten. This beet and tangerine salad from SparklingInk is a fresh take on tangerines in salads, combined with crunch red onions.

3 :: I’ve always wished there were a “nap store” (so to speak), where you could pay to take a short nap on your lunch break, so I was thrilled when I saw this awesome idea from a Russian firm: a mini-hotel, perfect for naps!

4 :: For some reason, there’s been an influx of cute, foreign cars lately in our sunny state. They always make me smile, especially the little Fiat 500s.

5 :: This free crocheted basket pattern is originally in Danish, but thanks to Google Translate, you can make it even if you’re not a master of languages. I love how nice and cozy it is–perfect for winter scarves by the door!

6 :: The best clocks are the simplest, like this modern birch timepiece from Uncommon.

1 :: This Summer Festival Striped dress from Ruche is perfect for any last summer hurrahs (and would be great to wear while wandering your upcoming local fairs).
2 :: I stopped in at Broadway Square the other day for some Boba tea and was reminded how much I love it. Now I’m ready to try making my own, thanks to this bubble tea recipe from A Beautiful Mess.
3 :: These stamp sets from The Small Object were featured on Bleubird Vintage, and they’re way too cute. They’d make a great gift, or something fun to pull out on a road trip.
4 :: The work of Andy Morris from Chandelarrow Creative Company is snappy and vintage inspired. So much fun to look through.
5 :: I’ve been wanting to share these fun print-it-yourself airmail templates from How About Orange for a while now. Enjoy and send someone dear a letter!
6 :: Good Magazine just started their 30 day challenge for September: Connect with people! I’m going to follow along and will be blogging about the experience. Give it a shot!

1 :: Now is the time for late summer dresses that transition nicely into fall, like the Cider dress from Shabby Apple.

2 :: I love Peanut Satay and cucumbers, so this Cucumber Peanut Salad recipe from 101 Cookbooks is genius. Plus, it’s ideal for when you want a nice cool dish for supper.

3 :: Bright repeating patterns and fun shapes on this Krakatoa Poster from Studio Violet will make your wall pop!

4 :: Stackable rings that let you mix up whatever color combo strikes your fancy: Hammered Copper Stacking Rings from MixedMetal.

5 :: Not only does Ashley Ann give you a free download of this bright poster, but she shows you how to turn it into a rolled canvas. Add an old wooden clamp hanger and you’ve got some quick and easy wall art.

6 :: I can’t wait to make this. Bunting is fun, old records are even better, so combining the two? Perfect. DIY record sleeve bunting from Oh Happy Day.

1 :: Summer is fading out, but there’s still time for a nice walk by the sea or day on the lake. The Too Much Fun Dress in Peacock from ModCloth is perfect for enjoying the last month of summer sun.

2 :: I wish I had grown zucchinis in my garden this year, but that won’t stop me from enjoying Stuffed Zucchini with Millet and Vegetables.  La Tartine Gourmande shares the delectable recipe, along with stunning photos (her eye for natural light is astounding).

3 :: Though I’m not able to be with my family at the Jersey Shore this year, this Coney Island Beach photograph brings back memories of my favorite summer trip growing up. Get it from Society 6 as a print, an iPhone case, on a shirt, or more (and explore some of their other featured artists while you’re there).

4 :: I’m in love with all of the prints from Johnny & Stacie, but the Headphones print is my favorite. The bright yellow and blue are what ended up inspiring all of today’s faves. I wish I had real pair of these to slip on!

5 :: Heather Bailey designs gorgeous fabric and she also comes up with the sweetest little DIY projects. This pincushion bracelet is so beautiful, I would wear it out (sans pin) any day of the week.

6 :: These little whale beads are simple, but so cute! I really wish I could get this as a paperweight/desk sculpture, but having one on a bracelet or necklace would still be fun.

1 :: This Art Class Henley from Anthropologie is polished and comfy, perfect for firework viewing and cookouts!

2 :: Martha Stewart is the queen of fourth of July desserts, and her Summer Shortcake is no different. Yes, the star shapes are a little “Good Housekeeping” but hey, it’s a holiday!

3 :: Vintage soda bottles are a great way to decorate for summer get-togethers, and these 7up bottles from RobertaGrove would be perfect for a centerpiece.

4 :: Add some gold sparkle to your ears without going overboard on the spangle. The Lucia Earrings from Branchbound are light and sweet.

5 :: I love looking at all the gorgeous apartments from Creative Flats, a new apartments-as-hotel concept in Montreal. Already decked out with amazing decor, these apartments are a great alternative to a blank hotel room.

6 :: If you’ve got some down time over this long weekend and want to do an easy DIY, try creating some modern, graphic artwork with extra office supplies. How About Orange takes you through the steps and has some great ideas.

1 :: The Set a President dress from ModCloth is simple but smart. Perfect for a wedding, a special summer date, or even just a trip to the library!

2 :: Mr. Jones got me an amazing ice cream maker for my birthday, so I’ve been making ice cream like crazy. Peach ice cream is my absolute favorite, and I’m really looking forward to trying this Honey Peach Ice Cream from Ezra Pound Cake.

3 :: If you’re like me, you have lots of new babies (and new moms) to celebrate with this summer. Wrap your gift in something special by following this fabric wrapping DIY from Inchmark Journal.

4 :: I love birds, and they were a big part of our wedding theme. Though our anniversary is still a ways off, this Vintage Lovebirds necklace from The Vintage Pearl would make a lovely gift (hint hint!).

5 :: Owen Gatley’s style is calculated but fun. I love the care and detail he takes in his illustrations, while making them seem effortless. His maps are especially whimsical!

6 :: Now that I’m deep into beach season, and I’d love to trade up my worn Taget beach bag for this sweet and simple sailor tote from Bayan Hippo. It’s big enough to hold all the essentials, but nice enough to use as a regular tote bag once the beach sand has left my feet!

1 :: The clean lines and upbeat pattern of the Bright Concerto Dress from ModCloth make it a great pick to take you from spring in to summer.

2 :: My favorite granola bars are always ones that include dried cherries! I’m dying to make these Cherry Almond Granola Bars from Honey and Jam as my next snack.

3 :: Japanese washi masking tape has been all over the blog world for quite some time now, and I really want to add some to my craft/gift wrapping module. Pretty Tape has some really fun combos in their Etsy store.

4 :: As I’ve been culling through a lot of my belongings thanks to this book, I’m realizing that I’d like to use more interesting containers to store the few useful everyday things that I use. This deco style planter from AMradio would be great for holding paper clips and other small office items.

5 :: Use the lovely weather to go outside and pen a note to one of your favorite people. These free downloads from TocoToco mag would be swell to receive in the mail! (via Creature Comforts).

6 :: I’m a big fan of Jordan Gray’s design for Hidden Pictures’ new album Synchronized Sleeping. The combination of clean, mid-century style illustration with just a little bit of texture and warmth really makes it pop! Plus, that typewriter is darling.

[ps] I just wanted to make note that I don’t actually purchase all the items I post here! Though I do occasionally splurge on some of my favorite “faves,” these posts are a way for me to enjoy and appreciate new things without actually spending any money. It’s like internet window-shopping, plus I get to share it with all of you!

1 :: Shabby Apple recently added a bunch of spring items to their line, and I’m loving this yellow Pina Colada dress.

2 :: Apple and Smoked Mozzarella mini-calzones? Yes please!

3 :: I saw these Angled Nesting Shelves from West Elm featured on Making it Lovely and love them! Such a nice way to add a little whimsy to your walls.

4 :: I always hate second-guessing if my chopped/diced/minced veggies are the right size. This OCD Chef’s Cutting Board would be perfect in fueling my drive for produce perfection.

5 :: I’ve been trying to figure out a good solution for our headboard-less bed, and this fabric headboard DIY from Metal and Mud might just be perfect.

6 :: Jolby’s etsy shop is filled with fun giclée prints like this one, “A Bridge from Me to You.”

P.S. Halfway through this post, I realized I totally missed out on doing an “April Fools’” Friday Faves! How much fun would that have been? Ah well, maybe next year!

1 :: It’s getting to that point where my current bag needs to be retired. I’m looking for something comfortable but not too big, preferably brown and faux-leather. The “here’s to new journeys” bag from Ruche seems to fit the bill, although I’ll probably keep scoping out Marshall’s for a while first.

2 :: When I saw Martha Stewart’s Strawberry Cake on Unruly Things earlier this week, I couldn’t believe I hadn’t tried it before. Strawberries + cake — it really doesn’t get much simpler. We’re on the edge of strawberry season here in Florida (as in, it’s almost over!) and this is a great way to put them to sweet use.

3 :: Marlise Kast-Myers’s beautiful green and white bedroom was recently featured on Decor8, and it’s a great bit of inspiration for a budget-conscious room redo. I love the mix of textures and design, and of course I’m always a sucker for vintage metal fans.

4 :: Simon Foster curates a collection of vintage record labels, and they’re such fun to scroll through! While you enjoy the array of designs, be sure to also read the names of the albums and songs–some of them are pretty funny.

5 :: This easy mini-cupcake stand DIY was featured on Papernstitch, and it looks so easy! Such a great idea for a shower or birthday party, and the stands give you plenty of freedom to decorate how you wish. (Oh, and be sure to check out the rest of the party decor–it’s incredible!)

6 :: These coral-inspired brooches from MadeByAnna are beautifully cut from perspex. They’re clean and modern but still a great detail to add to your spring cardigan or jacket!