Reverie Daydream

A little while ago lovely Melissa from the wonderful Reverie Daydream dropped a little note in our mailbox informing us of a wonderful addition to the already fantastic array of home goods. But starting November 7, this boutique will be start offering an exclusive, one of a kind, handmade by Fern & Feather. 

These exquisite pachyderms are selling out fast, so move quickly if you want one!

Superhero Sneakers

Superhero play emerges even in media free households.  Children work through concepts of "good" and "bad" via Superhero Play(for an enlightening read check out Rubin's, Using Superheroes in Counseling and Play Therapy ).  Etsy's smallfly has created an ingenious way to snazz up the already beloved Converse(or other sneaker fave).  Who couldn't use a lightening bolt or some wings on their shoes?  Even grown-ups can get in on the fun!

A room you can feel great about.

We know a few ladies out there who are busy designing fabulous nurseries for their wee ones on the way. That got us thinking about nurseries and the season of hope that is upon us. And then we found two companies that are amazing.  Filled with wonderful designs that make you want to start a new decorating project, Avalisa and Cavern Home are known for their style.  But underneath those gorgeous exteriors are gooey and heartwarming loveliness!

Cavern Home located in New York and Los Angeles is known for their fantastic wall paper. But their "Casa de Milagros" design was created from drawings by children and all proceeds go to support an orphanage that provides shelter, food, clothing, and education for those children. 

Another wonderful company is Avalisa.  Renowned for their design expertise, they have partnered with CURE International, a nonprofit that helps fund surgeries for young children in developing countries. Avalisa is working to brighten these young patients' environments. You can help by purchasing a piece of  stretched canvas artwork for a discounted price and choosing which hospital it should be sent to. Since the donated piece comes at a discount, you might want to get one for yourself!

The Selby

When we need Inspiration(with a capital i) The Selby always delivers.  If you've ever wanted to know how creative people live and what their spaces look like, "The Selby is in your place".  The Selby project, is Todd Selby's collection of photographs offering an "insider's view".  Take a peek . . .

(All photos by Todd Selby)

Friendly Ghost Cake

Martha Stewart really comes through with this Ghostly Chocolate Marshmallow Cake!  Incredibly simple and guaranteed to "wow" your Halloween Party guests.  We promise it's worth it.  Happy Halloween!

It's almost here....

It's almost here. Trick or Treating time!! Here are a few fun pictures from around the web that will hopefully get you in the spirit!

~Country Living has a great slide show if you need more inspiration! (the bottom two pictures are from it)

Sandy Vohr's Leather Zoo

It's starting to be that time of year again, when you need fun, unique, and maybe practical gifts for those little ones in your lives. Sandy Vohr's Leather Zoo is perfect place to start. A perfect gift for nieces and nephews. They are fun yet practical and they are certain to be used.

Chemistry Crayons

Etsy's Queinteresante is from Fargo(our hometown) and we can't help but give a shout out for these great crayons!  Think of how frequently children color with crayons and how great it would be if they were familiar with the chemicals that make those colors way before High School chemistry.  We could use a set ourselves!

Savory Pumpkin Treats

The beloved Dorie Greenspan has a recipe for yummy pumpkins stuffed with bread and cheese that you must try!  Or make the famed Paul Bocuse pumpkin soup like we did this week.  Delicious and festive.  Happy Friday!

FOUND on Etsy!

What a better way to spend these every shortening (and lately rainy) days than by playing with shadow puppets! Nothing is needed to giggle away hours than a dark shadowy corner, white wall, and paper puppets. While easily made with scissors, paper, and a stick to hold them, Isabella's Art from Etsy makes such darling, intricate designs they are really hard to say no too! Some of these are simply perfect for Halloween! We want the rain to stay just to get a chance to use these!