We have recently opened up a new Etsy page which features our red pajamas home items. We hope that by featuring these items in their very own shop that you’ll easily see the fun, new home items we have.

Right now you can find our mod tea towel set along with a green and blue damask set. These pretty tea towels would make a perfect wedding shower gift or Christmas gift. Or just keep them for yourself as they are sure to earn you a compliment on your savvy sense of style.

I am a huge fan of thrift stores.  I often sneak out on a Sunday, by myself…

I mostly walk out with nothing in my hands, but that’s ok. I love to look, it’s the thrill of the hunt. Once in a while I come home with something that I love…guilt free.

Take these adorable dishes for instance. Found them last week. There was only one orange, so it’s not exactly a matching set, but I’m ok with that.  At 1.49/peice, you have to be ok with it!

All I know is that they come from Japan. No idea of the year, but they look old to me.  Just hope I don’t run into them at Target.

We’ve recently added a new retro inspired jumper to our collection.  When I purchased the car fabric for our new coveralls, I also wanted to get something for our girls. This adorable fabric is from Japanese designer Etsuko Furuya.

Isabella had lots of fun modeling. She is very excited for her new jumper.

Of course little brother also wanted to model, but he just doesn’t get the concept…

We have also added retro coveralls for her to the shop. They are the same coveralls as the boys, but with the more feminine scooter pocket.

Both items available now.

The birthday season has arrived for our family.  From August ’til December, someone has a birthday.

This past weekend was Romans big day.  He is 5 now and so proud to be big.

Here he is in his new birthday shirt from Finley and Oliver.  I had to get it because we call him Rooster and his favorite colour is green.  love it!

As much as I love my son and his new shirt, the main reason I’m writing  is because I need to talk about the cake.

Ice cream cake.

I found this recipe and it could not be easier.  I chose Cherry Vanilla for the bottom, and chocolate for the top. The middle is crushed chocolate cookie and fudge. It’s just like the ice cream cake you buy from you know where, except this is so much better, higher quality and much easier on the wallet!

Just think about all the combination possibilities!

Ice Cream Cake

1. Allow  ice cream to soften, then spread on the bottom of pan until the pan is almost half full.

2. Sprinkle with crushed Oreo cookies, then spoon hot fudge sauce (at room temperature) over the top of this. Set in freezer until frozen.

3. Remove from freezer and add second layer of ice cream. Smooth it evenly with the top of the cake pan.

4. Return to the freezer and freeze until very hard.

5. Remove from freezer and frost with a mixture of equal parts ice cream and
thawed frozen whipped topping beaten together.

6. Return to freezer until serving time.

As you can see,  it was a hit!

We’ve changed our retro coveralls…

but don’t worry, it’s just a small change.

The owl fabric that we use for the pocket is no longer in print.

We’ve been on the hunt for an equally cute option, and I think we found it.

This is a fun car fabric by Japanese designer Etsuko Furuya. The background is natural. The material is 45% cotton, 55% linen, canvas.

We love it and hope you do too.

available now in our shop.

Hard to believe it’s that time of year again!

Here are a few of my favorite items to help get the school year off to a great start.

Check out these reusable snack bags by Uldeyrth. So adorable and perfect for packing in the lunchbox.

How fun are these “I’ll get you my pretty poppy longstockings”? by Poppyswickedgarden

Don’t you love this paper airplane zipper pouch by MontclairMade?

I recently discovered  Soyoungmother and I adore their whole line of lunch boxs, cooler bags and lifestyle bags.

Don’t forget to get your kids off on the right foot with a good breakfast. Lots of easy, kid friendly ideas from Martha.

Wishing you much luck as you get back to it.

Enjoy the last bit of summer and have a wonderful labour day weekend!

We’re heading to Victoria BC for a visit! This is my home town, and I can’t wait to get back since it’s been 3 years. I’m so excited to show the kids where they were born and know they will have a blast!

We will be partially closing our shop until July 20th. Our ready to ship items will  be available and we’ll still be around to answer any questions.

kind of dreading the air plane trip since it’s just me and my 3 kids, but I figure with a little lot of sugar products, we will survive.

and yes, it is this amazing…

Father’s day is just around the corner!  It’s often hard to know what to get him, so we’ve put together a list of interesting ideas.

Time

There is no better gift than the gift of time.  Here’s a fun book that caught my eye.

Card

A great card goes a long way. Some fun ones over at Happytimesco.

Wallet/Tie

Here’s a fun twist on the classic Tie gift. A necktie wallet. This wallet is made from a reconstructed vintage necktie and a retired wool suit. Many other designs available at prix-prix.

Soap (?)

Definitely an unexpected gift for dad…soap!  This kind, however will sure to win him over. There is a whole section of ‘beer and manly soaps’ over at Beautifulsoaps.

Food

Some unusual treats are available at cacaobakery.  How about some scotch cupcakes, or, better yet (or not) a Bacon and beer brownie.

Picture

Update that picture frame on his desk to something cool and modern like this solid walnut wood frame from Black Elm he’s sure to get comments on.

Handmade

How about something handmade?

Here’s an idea- just a piece of construction paper with a random (Martha Stewart) magazine subscription card taped to it.

This was the gift that was made and proudly presented by our (then) 3 year old son last year. It was a good laugh, memory and best of all, Dad felt loved by his son.

No matter what you give Dad this year, it doesn’t matter, as long as he is made to feel loved and appreciated!

Enjoy your Father’s day!

Not sure what to do with your old clothes chucked out while doing your spring cleaning? Well, here are a few ideas from Artist Derick Melander .

Curious to know more about these crazy sculptures? click here

Wishing you a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend!

As you may know, I love upcycling clothes.

I recently pulled a pair of jeans from my closet that I wasn’t wearing. I cut them and hemmed them to make a pair of shorts for myself.

I do this all the time, for myself, and for my kids.  When their pants get too short and/or worn out in the knees, yet still fit around the waist,  I turn them into shorts. Such an easy project, and excellent way to save a few bucks.

I was just about to toss the cut off leg bottoms, when it occurred to me that perhaps they could be used as well.

I cut each leg to make 2 squares. I sewed each side, put in an elastic waist, and a new skirt for Isabella was born!

So, one pair of unused jeans turned into 2 very usable pieces just in time for summer!