an education

{photos via i am a greedy girl}

Carey Mulligan is my new favorite. My mom and I saw An Education a few weeks ago and absolutely loved it. She was brilliant, you couldn't take your eyes off of her... and don't even get me started on how adorable she looked on the red carpet. Her little Prada number was just stunning.

*Who do you think had the best Oscar look?

cupcakes and crepes

{13 candles}

{tulips for the birthday girl}

{apron making}

{mastering the art of french cooking}

{delicious crepes}

{bonjour ladies}

{golden girls}

Sister Allie's Parisian fete was a complete success... All the girls had so much fun decorating aprons, making crepes and smiling for the camera. Thank you all for your fabulous suggestions! I can't believe my baby sister is 13.

*Kiwi's birthday is next week and I have no idea what to get him. Men are so much harder to figure out.

the spending hiatus: temptation

Linda & Harriett sent me a sneaky little email alerting me of the sale they are currently holding. They make the most darling paper goods... I'm dying to send someone this champagne corks card!

*Does it count as cheating if I bought these to use in The Longhand Rally? I am completely out of stationary and I have a pen pal depending on me!

prayers for delia

{Delia and Santi}

"Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the lord our God."

-Psalm 20:7

If you could spare a moment in your busy Monday to say a prayer for my darling cousin Delia it would be very much appreciated. She has been diagnosed with aplastic anemia and is currently searching for a bone marrow match.

For more information on becoming a bone marrow donor click here.