friday favorites : by Cheree.

image credit | andrew @cubagallery | via flickr


a few of Cheree's favorite things

laying in my hammock reading a new book

a glass of chocolate milk and a banana after a good workout

the brilliance of stars in the country on a clear night

grande vanilla lattes

a new stamp in my passport

my niece's chubby cheeks

trying out a new recipe

good typography

the smell of rain

making new friends

capri blue candle.

image credit | anthropologie
mine looks just like the image but mint green


The husband really does listen.  The other day I described a certain capri blue candle I was lusting over.  And voila - it appeared in the form of my birthday gift.  Well done darling, well done.

warby parker : designer frames & online eyeglasses.

me in my warby parker frames | image credit | auburn soul
I have had such a fantastic time working with Warby Parker.  They are a fabulous online store that provide designer frames and online eyeglasses.  Think vintage.  Think unique.

I've gushed about Warby Parker here + here.  The whole process was a breeze, from start to finish.  I am 100% in love with the frames that I chose.

Glasses can be an expensive purchase but choosing to purchase a pair online can save you some money.  You can still achieve style without breaking your piggy bank.  At Warby Parker, the first step you need to take, is to get started with their home try-on program.  You can pick your top five favorite pairs.  They will ship them to you and you can try them on in the comfort of your home.  I suggest taking pictures and posting them on your blog, facebook and asking friends, family and complete strangers for their opinion.  Pay attention to the measurements and recommendations they give on face shape.  I have a narrow face and only chose frames that would compliment me.

Once you choose your favorite, ship the home try-on pairs back (you have five days to keep them).  Then all you have to do is place your order online.  It really is that simple.

Rock those glasses my fellow four-eye geeks!

Warby Parker gave me a pair of prescription glasses to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.  I only post what I love!  If you are a company interested in having your product reviewed and think you would be a good fit, please email me at info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com for more information.

twenty-eight.

image credit | marcelina deco via flickr


Today is my birthday.
I turn twenty-eight.

i love my freckles.
organizing is a passion of mine.
i love to sleep.
ranunculus are a favorite.
i got married when i was 19.
i drive a mini van.
my toes are painted mint candy apple (by essie)
i am not very social, more of a wall flower.
i live next to a cow pasture.
i love the color grey.
i never finished college.
i gave birth to Benjamin and Nicholas drug free.
i hate doing the dishes.
i love to sleep.
autumn is my favorite season.
i broke my thumb and my elbow as a little kid.
i used to want to be a surgeon.
i'm obsessed with my toms.
i like sushi.
cupcakes are my favorite.
i will never pass up dessert.
i love to celebrate holidays.  every single one.
i abhor clutter.
i am horrible at dusting.
i must sleep with a pillow between my knees.
i love to dance.
i choose flats over heels.
my middle name is Rose.

Twenty-eight little tidbits about myself.
Happy birthday to me :)

motherhood | a mother of boys.

image credit | toni elmer photography


During my pregnancy with Nicholas, I had a feeling that I was to be a mother of all boys.  That's not to say I wouldn't have loved a little girl but I wasn't holding my breath either.

I know as mothers, we all say we just want a healthy baby but I think deep down we each have a preference.  I know my husband wanted a boy first.  He wanted a big brother to look out for little sisters.  When I was pregnant with my first I secretly hoped for a girl.  I was close to my mom growing up and cherished our special time together.  I wanted just that.  With my own little freckled daughter.

And now I have no girls and three boys and life is never dull.  I was oddly okay with the news when I found out Nicholas was indeed going to be another little boy Elmer.  Each of my boys look different from the other and each have their own unique personality.  I have heard that boys are more exhausting to raise when they are little but girls are a bit tougher in the older years.

Did you want one gender vs the other?  Come one, be honest, I won't judge.
Do you have kids?  How many?

Every Wednesday I will be writing my thoughts on motherhood. the good. the bad. and sometimes the ugly. I'm gearing up for a special motherhood series that will run at the beginning of May, just in time for Mother's Day. If you have a special topic you would like me to touch on, please email me with "motherhood" in the subject. info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com

helpful hint : grocery shopping.

image credit | knock knock

If I could, I would wave a magic wand and poof, my groceries would appear.  Unfortunately I have yet to find that magic wand.  But using this knock knock grocery list makes listing and buying my groceries a bit easier.  I highly recommend getting your hands on one.

petunia pickle bottom.

image credit | petunia pickle bottom

When I was pregnant with my first, I quickly realized there was a whole world of diaper bags.  Big. Little. Shoulder. Cross body. Backpack. Wipeable material. Diaper bags that looked like a hand bag. Diaper bags that looked like diaper bags.  Inexpensive.  Designer. Casual. All leather.  I found it fascinating and overwhelming at the same time and quickly learned that no two diaper bags were like the other.

In no time, I had my list of must haves that my diaper bag needed to possess.  It could absolutely not, in any way, contain graphics that were cheesy and screamed "i'm an ugly diaper bag".  It needed to be stylish and provide function at the same time.  Ladies, I wanted the best of both worlds.  You know, where diaper bag and hand bag collide.  I had a tall order to fill.

Now that my oldest is almost 6 and I am the mom to three boys and I am currently back in the diaper bag stage, I have collected my favorites.  I have my favorites pretty narrowed down to the top three best (in my opinion), one of them being from the collection at Petunia Pickle Bottom.

For the past few weeks I have been toting around the Sashay Satchel (in moonlit moments). Whenever I have switched to a new hand bag or diaper bag, it takes me a week or two to break it in, learn what I love and how best to organize all the contents.  Here is what I discovered about the Sashay Satchel...

PROS
It is roomy without looking too big.  I can comfortably fit all of baby N's necessities, plus all of my important belongings too.  This is my first go around with bottle feeding and I can fit, two 9 ounce bottles in addition to a formula container and it doesn't feel crammed.
Lots of pockets.  You can never have too many.
Can be carried on the shoulder or as a backpack.  Major, major plus!  Most of the time I do carry it on my shoulders, but when I need to have my arms and hands completely free, I'll swing it into the backpack position and suddenly it feels 10 times lighter.
You can purchase stroller hooks to conveniently hook it on when strolling about.
Gorgeous patterns to choose from.

CONS
I only really found one feature I wasn't 100% impressed with.  The bottle pockets on the inside do not have enough stretch to easily fit a wide neck bottle.  The placement, for me, was a bit awkward.  But the outside bottle pockets work great.

Overall, I am extremely happy with the Sashay Satchel.  It is well made and passes each of my tests.  I have a friend who has already called dibs on it once I no longer need to use a diaper bag.  Petunia Pickle Bottom also has quite a few more options in the diaper bag department.  Be sure to check them out!

Petunia Pickle Bottom gave me a Sashay Satchel to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I only post what I love! If you are a company interested in having your product reviewed and think you would be a good fit, please email me at info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com for more information.

UPDATE

Here is a picture that depicts exactly how much I carry with me.
big mama wallet
glasses
multiple baggu bags
baggu bag filled with mini aquaphor, extra onesie, socks, nail clippers, etc.
epi pen
snacks
wipe case
diaper
diaper cream
changing pad
two receiving blankets (my choice of burp cloths)
wet ones
kleenex
formula container
powder
clare vivier small clutch that holds my cosmetics
rattle
gum
moccs
keys hooked on the diaper bag
not pictured (but will fit) bottles, baby food and phone

five months.

These pictures were taken on the day baby N turned five months old.  Mama is just behind and slow to post.  In just a few short days Nicholas will be a whopping six months.  Maybe I can get my act together and post on time, yes?

Want to see more?  Just click right here to watch baby N grow or click the button in the sidebar.  Happy Tuesday friends.  Hope it's a good one!

outfit details 
onesie | a little lark
moccasins | freshly picked
giraffe | jelly cat

my week in review.

Last week was trying as a parent.
A bit hectic but we made it through.
Um, this week hasn't started off that great either.
But there is always tomorrow.
While my oldest was at preschool, I took Benny (and of course Nic tagged along) to Anthropologie's earth day celebration.  He had fun planting a flower, eating cookies and having his face painted.
Easter weekend was busy but fun.
Eggs were hunted.
Candy was eaten.
And the Easter bunny left a few surprises for all three boys.
I'm ready for life to slow down a bit, but I'm doubtful that will ever happen.

How was your Easter weekend?

gifting kits at parcel and paper.

image credit | parcel and paper 
I am absolutely smitten with the lovely gifting kits over at Parcel and Paper.  The colors are spot on perfect!   Quick, I need an excuse to get my hands on one!

raffia sun hat | white house black market.

image credit | white house black market


I am 100% in love with this raffia sun hat from White House Black Market.  It is perfection.  I'd wear it to the pool.  Every. Single. Day.

modeling jewelry | auburn soul.

image credit | auburn soul

One of my very close friends just happens to be a very talented photographer.  I am super lucky because I get to have her photograph my sweet family.  Stephanie, of Auburn Soul, asked me the other day to model some jewelry for her.  Umm, I don't often feel very comfortable in front of the camera but I agreed.

thanks steph for making me look good.

kickboard USA.

My parents gifted mini kickboards to both of my older boys for Christmas.  For obvious reasons, they were the favorite toy.  Both Tyler and Benjamin are super active and always moving.  They quickly took to the mini.

I wrote Kickboard USA expressing my genuine like on the quality and construction of the mini kickboard.  They responded and asked if I would like to try out a scooter.  Funny enough, I have actually been wanting a scooter to take out with my boys.  I still feel young and thought it would be fun to give it a go!

Kickboard USA recommends their scooters and kickboards for ages 9-99.  And I would have to agree.  My almost 6 year old gave it a spin.  He had no problem manuvering it, but could not go nearly as fast as he can on his mini.

The scooter was super easy to open up.  If I can figure it out, I am pretty sure your average 10 year old can too.  It folds it half for easy storage, which is a major plus in my book.  The handlebar adjusts to various heights, allowing you to pick the appropriate level just for you.  And the ride is super smooth.  The handle bar turns on a dime and the break is easy to push down.  I honestly don't have anything negative to say.  I have had an awesome time scooting around our neighborhood with my boys.  Now I can't vouch for other scooters.  Kickboard USA is the only brand I have tried.  But I give it two thumbs up!

Kickboard USA gave me a scooter to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I only post what I love! If you are a company interested in having your product reviewed and think you would be a good fit, please email me at info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com for more information.

guest posting at armelle blog.

image credit | armelle blog
Caroline so kindly asked me to guest post for her while she is enjoying the newness of her third child. Of course I said yes.  Check it out friends.

motherhood | time out.

image credit | my boys being wild | auburn soul
Today has been a horribly rotten day so far and I am hoping, just hoping, that things will begin to look up.  My children have just about driven me bonkers.  Bickering & fighting, followed by lots of time outs.

I don't believe in being physical (ie : spanking).  I always place the choice in my child's hand and let them decide but there are consequences, positive and negative.  And the choices I bestow upon them are ones that I can live with.  Each of my boys has a designated time out spot and they know where it is.  When they are sent there, they know to sit and be silent.  Of course, that doesn't always happen.  But seconds will be added to their remaining time if they choose not to follow the rules.

I also like to focus on being respectful and obedient.  My boys are getting to the age where defiance is starting to show.  Attitudes are bursting forth.  Some days I feel like I just don't have the energy.  I loose my cool and tempers flare and I find myself apologizing.  Moms make mistakes too.

Above all, I want my boys to know I love them.  Unconditionally.  No matter what happens.  Or what choices are made.  My love will never leave.

Now I must go place myself in time out.  I've really botched up on parenting today.  I'll chalk this up to a big fat fail.

What are your parenting methods?
Any tried and true?
Do share!!

Every Wednesday I will be writing my thoughts on motherhood.  the good.  the bad.  and sometimes the ugly.  I'm gearing up for a special motherhood series that will run at the beginning of May, just in time for Mother's Day.  If you have a special topic you would like me to touch on, please email me with "motherhood" in the subject.  info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com

are you a hat person?

(my friend rockin the cowboy hat)

I have been wanting to get a fedora for quite some time now but wasn't quite sure if I could pull it off.  I've never considered myself a "hat person".  I typically do not wear hats except if it is cold out or I will throw on a sun hat at the pool.  But while in Austin we stopped in at Hatbox.  And I succumbed to the gloriousness that are hats.  Now I am totally digging my fedora.

So tell me, do you like hats?
Which type?

binth.

Before Nicholas was born I knew I wanted to search out a keepsake memory book.  I love to keep a journal/calendar of all the day to day memories and milestones but I wanted something else too.  Something  that I would always treasure.

Most baby books I have come across are, for the lack of a better word, cheesy.  I'm sorry, I just can't do winnie the pooh and little yellow ducks.  During my search I decided to revisit one of my favorite online shops, Binth.  I have been a long time fan of their vibrant, modern prints and was thrilled to discover an equally gorgeous baby book.

The Binth baby book comes in green or brown, perfectly suited for girl or boy.  It comes in a lovely box, a nice place to keep the book safe.  The pages are super thick, colored with sweet woodland graphics.  The book starts at birth and goes through the third birthday.  It is beautifully handcrafted.  A special book for a special little babe.

I have had fun flipping through the pages, adding pictures and scribbling special dates and memories.  It may lean toward the expensive side for some but the quality far exceeds the price tag.  It goes without saying that out of my three boys, Nicholas will have the loveliest baby book by far.

Check out all of the Binth products and follow them on facebook to keep up with new products!

p.s. Binth has a fabulous new collection : 10 ready-to-hang prints.  I'm totally digging the dancing bears.

Binth gave me a baby book to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.  I only post what I love!  If you are a company interested in having your product reviewed and think you would be a good fit, please email me at info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com for more information.

my week in review.

Last week was spent playing outside and taking trips to the park.
Nothing noteworthy happened.
But my weekend was beyond fantastic.
Four of my friends were running in the half marathon down in Austin and I decided to tag along to be their cheerleader.
I stood at the finish line and cheered them on, as each finished the 13.1 mile run.  Yay!
We stayed an extra day to relax and have a little fun.
Lots of good food was eaten.
I finally caved and bought a hat.  I've been wanting one forever.
It was perfect.
But I am glad to be back home.

How was your week/weekend?

austin bound.

image credit | Roger Rizzo | via flickr

Friends I am checking out early.
Tomorrow I am headed to Austin with a group of girl friends.
To say I am excited is an understatement.
I'll be back Monday.

mamarazzi boot camp.

image credit | via auburn soul

If you own a DSLR camera, which you probably do...
And if you live in the Dallas area, or want to take a little vacay here...
And you want to take your photography skills up a few notches...

Mamarazzi Boot Camp is your answer.

Trust me.
You'll learn.  A lot.

lizzie, izzie + james.

I love felt.
And I love felt accessories.

I'll just come right out and say it, I'm not super crafty.  I'm just not. But I sure do appreciate the craftiness talent of others.

lizzie, izzie + james is an adorable online boutique that sells sweet felt accessories - hair clips, headbands and crowns.  The colors are bright, the designs are darling and the quality is top-notch.  Sherryl Mascarinas is the founder of lizze, izzie + james.  One day, when she was dissatisfied with the assortment of hair accessories that were available, she decided to create her own.  What started off as a hobby, grew into so much more.  Her felt accessories can now be found online and in a few boutiques in Southern Connecticut, California, Texas and Sydney, Australia.

Sherryl sent two of her kids crowns for my boys to try out.  Benny received the Mr. Roboto and Tyler was gifted the Pirate Prince.  Both boys instantly loved them.  They are often found dressed up in play clothes, smack dab in the middle of whatever plot they have imagined.  Both my boys gave the crowns two thumbs up!

lizzie, izzie + james gave my boys a kids crown to try out and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own (and my boys).   I only post what I love!  If you are a company interested in having your product reviewed and think you would be a good fit, please email me at info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com for more information.

motherhood | baby giggles.

giggles from Molly Elmer on Vimeo.


I have a special series I am going to run for a week in May, all about motherhood, involving some of my favorite bloggers.  And so I thought I would lead up to that by having a small motherhood post each Wednesday.  My thoughts.  My favorites.  And maybe some of my least favorites.  Anything in particular you want to hear?  Discuss?

Today I wanted to share with you sweet baby N's giggle.  I think he is my least giggly baby and takes a little coaxing but the result is priceless.

Happy wednesday friends!  The week is half over, yay :)

urban outfitters scarf.

This fun urban outfitters scarf is making me happy.  I usually try to steer clear of impulse buys but this is one that was clearly a good decision.

helpful hint : changing the crib.

image credit | auburn soul | nicholas' crib

I loathe changing the crib sheet.  It is a complete and utter pain to remove the bumpers or try to successfully and strategically move them out of the way to put on a fresh crib sheet - especially in the MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT.  That's when I mumble of sorts of choice words at the crib for being impossible.

Luckily I discovered a solution after my Tyler was born.  The basic comfort ultimate crib sheet by summer infant is my sanity saver friends.  Easy on.  Easy off.  Completely protects your sheets from being soiled.  It snaps right into place.  And when it needs to be cleaned, just toss it in the washer.  It does cover up your sheet, so if you have a pattern, you will only be able to see it peeking from the side of the crib.  But well worth it, trust me.  And a little FYI, have at least two on hand!

I thought I would share this little trick with you seeing as I was up at 5:30.  Diaper leak.  I'm thinking a big diet dr. pepper is in order now.

currently reading | Anne with an E.

image credit | via anneofgreengables.com

I am smack dab in the middle of one of my most favorite stories of all time, Anne of Green Gables.  I remember falling in love with the book as a young girl and I still have not tired of Anne with an E.  I know some of you want "your" Mr. Darcy but I'd take Gilbert Blythe any day.

What's on your bookshelf right now?

glassesUSA.com - glasses anyone?

Raise your hand if you wear prescription eyeglasses?  You do?  Well, you already know I do.  And each time I go to the eye doctor I find my eyes are slowly but surely getting progressively worse.  Ugh.  That means new lenses at the very least, which cost a small fortune.  I'd much rather, say, go shopping for some new wedges or a pair of killer jeans.

GlassesUSA.com provides a way to get new glasses at a very affordable price.  Problem solved friends.  You can browse through their collection of frames, virtually try them on and even email your friends and family to get their opinion.

Don't shy aways from purchasing eyeglasses online.  It really is quite simple.  The virtual try on feature is quite fun and if in doubt, each pair provides the measurements.  There are an assortment of frames to choose from that I'm sure you won't have difficulty discovering a pair you love.  And for your eyeglasses prescription, I just snapped a quick photo and emailed it in.  You can also send by fax or fill it out online.

And right now you can save 10% on your next order of glasses by using the code Mommy10.  And since the weather is warming up and the sun is shining, sunglasses are in order, no?  If you buy one pair of glasses (valued at $80+) you will receive a free upgrade to sunglasses.  Just use the code FreeTint.

Ladies, glasses can be sexy but they don't have to break the bank!
Happy shopping!

image credit | via GlassesUSA.com

my week in review.

Last week was a L O N G week.  I really thought it would never end.
My boys watched Harry Potter.  A lot.  A new obsession has begun.
I maybe probably got yogurt one too many times.  But it is just so good.
My favorite is avocado tart with almonds.
We made sure to head to the park.  The weather was too wonderful not to play outside.
My new anthropologie swimsuit came.  It is everything I thought it would be and more.  I love it.
Saturday morning, the husb and I started our ballroom dancing lessons.
We learned to chachacha!
And Saturday night I pleaded with my little sister to watch all three of my boys so I could take Matthew out on a surprise date.  It was heavenly.  Thanks Aunt Sassie!

How was your week/weekend?

link love.

image credit | blisssaloninc.com | via flourish design + style

Happy Monday friends! Hope you had a relaxing weekend. Lots of wonderful links to share but here are a top few from the last week that made my favorites.

This photo book is such a sweet idea for a gift.
Shoes.  Can a girl ever have too many?
This braid is perfection.
DIY wallpaper that is totally rad.
Save the dates that are too cute.

Do you have any favorites?

stolen moments are my favorite thing.

I love the little stolen moments I get to experience with my boys.  When everything is going quite right. I just feel it in my heart.  It's happy.  The moment is carefree.  And I smile.  My life is far from perfect. More often than not, I'm a hot mess, running around, trying to accomplish the fifteen trillion tasks that ink up my to do list.  But in those sweet blips, that occur at the most unsuspected times, a feeling of content washes over me.

Yesterday, after preschool, my oldest requested that we "go do something fun".  We headed to our favorite yogurt shop and enjoyed one another's company.  I had all three boys with me.  Each must have been in cahoots with the other.  They were pleasant.  All three.  A small miracle.  A stolen moment.  It is those moments that propel me through hellish ones.

DIY friday : fringey streamers via Oh Happy Day.

My husband just had a birthday this week and we had a small celebration at home.  My boys wanted to decorate the house before Dad got home so I thought Jordan's fringey streamers how-to would be perfect.   I didn't have flat crepe paper but I figured out a way to get it to work with the crepe paper rolls.

All you need to do is...

I took a four inch section of crepe paper and kept folding it end over end - about ten times (give or take).  I then tore the end off and folded that section in half.  After that, you can just follow the rest of the simple instructions Jordan provided.  Cut slits going up both sides, separate the fringe a bit and voila. Fringey streamers.  That Jordan is a party genius I tell you.

Please excuse the pictures.  I took them at night.  With flash.  

friday favorites : by Amy.

image credit | originally from Domino magazine | found via here

a few of Amy's favorite things

wet concrete smell

movies on the couch under a blanket

new haircuts

fresh herbs

chapstick

gallery walls

candlelight

coloring books

giggles until your cheeks hurt

snuggling

thanks Amy and happy friday friends!

want to be a friday favorite?  go here to find out how.

vers audio.

image credit | via Vers Audio | via my iPhone


I've tried a lot of cases for my iPhone.  A lot.

Most of the time I am dissatisfied.  More times than not, the case is stylish but does not protect my phone well or is a pain to take off.  Or it does the job but is lacking in the looks department.  Can't I have the best of both?  Even my Kate Spade case failed the test.  Drop dead lovely but after my phone was, ahem, dropped once or twice, it proved that it did not protect it well.  I was bummed.

Then I came across Vers Audio and it was love at first sight.  Wood iPhone cases!  No way could it look that good and check off all my other requirements.  I'll preface my thoughts with this one fact.  The case is thick.  Thicker than the average case.  So if that would bother you then this is not for you.  But if you don't mind, then you will quickly discover how awesome Vers Audio cases truly are.

I've been using my iPhone4 case for a few weeks now and this is what I love...

Completely easy to put on and get off.  Just slides in and out.  And it stays put.  The inside of the case is lined and gives the phone a secure fit.

Kid proof.  My boys are often found playing with my phone.  It quite often gets dropped.  And I am happy to report that the case has held up nicely and protected my phone to boot!

It's gorgeous.  Seriously beautiful.  I get many a compliment on how awesome my phone case is.

The only downside is you can not turn the phone on vibrate without taking the cover off.  But really, it is so simple to slide the phone up and and click it to vibrate.  So you would have to be uber picky to let that  turn you off.

If you are willing to spend the few extra dollars on a well made, well designed case, I promise, you will not regret it.  One bit.

happy talking, except while driving.

p.s. vers audio has cases for all the iPhone versions, iPad, and iTouch too!

Vers Audio gave me an iPhone4 case to try out and review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  I only post what I love!  If you are a company interested in having your product reviewed and think you would be a good fit, please email me at info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com for more information.

hello crystal B.

image credit | via Crystal B

Crystal B is back as a My Favorite Things sponsor.  Yay!

Crystal is a doll to work with and has a talent for creating some of the most beautiful vintage, feminine jewelry.  Spring is here to stay (in Texas at least) and Crystal's shop is filled with gorgeous flower necklaces, earrings and hair clips.  The colors are inviting and vibrant and the styles go perfect whether you are dressed up or just lounging in a jeans & tee.

This sweet Collier Petit Butterfly is calling my name.  It would go just right with my every day look!

Have you checked out Crystal B?

If not, you should.  Her prices are just right.

Here's to hoping your weather warms up soon too, if it hasn't already.

Are you interested in becoming a sponsor?  Email me for ad rates!  info(at)afewofmyfavorites.com

happy birthday my love.

image credit | auburn soul photography

To my husband, on his birthday, I love you.

You are...

kind + generous

supportive + loving

funny + crazy

You are perfect for me.

happy birthday!

textiles at wolfum.

image credit | via Wolfum website


Just slightly in love with all of the gorgeous textiles at Wolfum.  I'll take one of each please!
(spotted on Operation Simplicity - great find Joslyn)

hello f is for frank.

image credit | f is for frank


I am a little giddy.
You see, one of my favorite collections of jewelry is now a sponsor.

f is for frank is perhaps one of my most favorite of favorites.  Think handmade housewares and jewelry, all designed and created by the ladies behind f is frank.  Their jewelry collection is out of this world fantastic.  And even better is the new line they just launched in 2011.  Mixed metals in the coolest designs.

One of the things I love most about the new designs is that they are a mix of pewter, gold and rose gold.  The collection is like nothing you've come across before and if you like unique, you will instantly fall in love.  Read below for a little q&a with Casey.

me : Where did the inspiration for your new 2011 line come from?

Casey : things found in nature, interior architectural elements (which is our other side of our business) and jewelry we want to wear but cant seem to find out there. for example i knew i wanted to make a huge square ring. we also draw inspiration from our friends… they are always giving us suggestions

me : Why mixed metals? Do you have a favorite?

Casey : i don't like being constricted to just wearing gold or silver so i really wanted to make some pieces that had both elements. therefore when i wear by necklace that has both silver, gold and rose gold tones, it doesnt matter what color earring or ring i have on. shannah's favorite mix metal is the 3 tone heart and reverse necklace. mine is the mixed hickory slices necklace.

me : Who does most of the design work? Or is it pretty equal?

Casey : honestly it's a complete collaboration. we both draw, then sculpt, mold and finish each piece. we have different styles which usually works in our favor to give our clients a super diverse collection.

me : What is your favorite piece of jewelry to design & wear?

Casey : ring | shannah.. pewter peacock tail ring casey.. pewter large twisted ring
necklace | shannah.. rose gold jefferson (rabbit) necklace casey.. rose gold peacock luck necklace
bracelet | shannah..gold woven square bracelet casey.. rose gold hickory cuff

Thanks Casey and Shannah!
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