violet cupcakes with white chocolate buttercream

so pretty! but does anyone else think violet essence tastes a little ... soapy?

ladies and gentlemen...

the fabulous stains

sunday afternoon in the park

For some reason everyone looks sorta cranky in these photos, but it was a lovely picnic. I swear.

damsels in distress

Finally, a new Whit Stillman movie! I can't wait.

happy birthday, chris

shine a light

How much do I fancy one of these beautiful toleware chandeliers? Now, how to convince S that he has to let me have one...

rip whitney houston

the clouds had nothing to say

 thanks mum for teaching me blanket stitch. this was so fun and simple to pull together: felt is the bomb.

 

caramel banana cream pie

Apparently in england they call this a 'banoffee pie'. S couldn't eat it - he thought it was too sweet. In other words: dessert perfection!

local natives

capture the flag

 

today i made some fun swimming themed flags for I's bedroom. so easy and cute! here's how i did it:

1. take old illustrated (vaguely riefenstahl-y) book

2. cut out triangles & punch holes in them

3. thread onto wool

4. use to decorate riceball's bedroom

starting solids

chili chocolate cupcakes

Yes, that is paprika and grated dark chocolate on top. Delicious!