Card Art

I love the idea of taking your collection of pretty cards, like these from Morris & Essex:

And then putting them on the wall, like this:

Quaint, lovely, affordable. Perfect.

Collage Inspiration

I found these fabulous frame-tastic collage images from de(coeur)acao and had to share. Go therefore, and collage!

The Plate Wall

I’ve decided I’d like a plate wall like this. Just. Like. This. So now all I need are a buncy of funky plates…and white walls…and somewhere to live with a big wall next to the table. Hmmm… It’s gonna be harder than I thought.

English Muse via ffffound

Giveaway Winner

I let Cynthia do the honors of choosing and announcing our giveaway winner.

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Wow! Was it ever hard to pick a winner!! I loved reading all of the beautiful, thoughtful comments everyone wrote- what an inspiration- I wish I could pick everyone!!! But unfortunately, I had to choose one winner… and an all three of the greylikes… sites one name kept appearing and appearing and appearing again. I think she might have even entered everyday on every site!

But before I announce the lucky winner I really want to thank everyone for entering and writing such beautiful notes! I can’t let you guys walk away empty handed!! For everyone who entered [but didn't win] I want offer you something special too: 25% off a regular Fine Art Portraiture session! [Just mention you found me on any of the greylikes... sites]

Okay…and now onto the winner….. [drumroll please]…..a big CONGRATULATIONS to…. Jen! Your dedication to this contest was just amazing and your comments were so sweet! I can’t wait to meet you and work with you! Please email me or call me so we can set up your session!

Thanks again everyone!

Giveaway Extravaganza!

I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am about this fantastic giveaway. The unbelievably talented photographer Cynthia Spivack would like to offer the winner of our contest a free photo shoot, which can be used for an engagement session, family shoot, baby shoot….you name it! I’ve put together a collage of her family photography for you to feast your eyes on. Cynthia specializes in family photography (which has to be so hard…how does she get those wiley kids to look good on camera?) but loves couples as well!

If you think you’d like to win a free session with Cynthia (and after seeing these images, I don’t know who wouldn’t) then you’ll most definitely want to enter.

Here are the giveaway rules:

• You can enter once per day PER GREY BLOG. Visit Grey Likes Weddings and Grey Likes Baby to enter again!
• You must live in the SoCal area or be willing to travel to it. (Or you can give the free session to someone you love who does!)
• You must use the session before the end of 2009.
• To enter, simply leave a comment and tell us about one of your favorite photos by Cynthia.
• Entry is closed at midnight, next Wednesday. We’ll announce the winner on Thursday.

GOOD LUCK!

Grey Day

Although I don’t think I can stand another week of grey skies, I DO think I can handle plenty more of these pretty grey finds…

Sources: 1. Mix-Matched Vintage Silverware 2. The Pillow Farm 3. CGC 4. Roundabout 5. Middleburg 6. Emin Fashion 7. MissMosh 8. Allen Company, Inc. 9. Marie Fly Fly

Library Love

Hello and happy friday! I wanted to share with you this absolutely DARLING photoshoot from One Love Photo which I found originally via Pink Argyle. I want a house like this: black floors, white walls and TONS of books. Delicious.

Simply Irresistible

Sometimes, something as simple as a few lovely bottles (like these vintage ones from My Wagonette) and an architectural branch are all you need to spice things up. The key is to keep it simple…which, I’m not gonna lie, is something I have a hard time doing.

Organize It!

I always love throwing in a vintage items throughout the house to add a little warmth and personality. How great are these wire baskets from Every Eskimo? What a delight!

Dragonfly

As you may know, I have a thing for pillows. And collages. So when you combine the two, of course you’d knock me off my rocker. How lovely is this pillow from LaPomme?