Fancy Pink Picnic

China, gold-plated silverwear, and Moet champagne are apparently all of the accoutrements for quite the fancy picnic basket.

{Made-to-order picnic basket from Loewe}

Airstreams Through the Ages

My husband used to work on the Go RVing account and needless to say, he knows quite a bit about the iconic motor homes that practically define Americana. The Blue House recently posted a bunch of vintage Airstream pics and it reminded me of this spectacular Vintage Airstream campaign by Daryll Bernstein on Lenlee Represents. Each picture represents a different decade. Can you tell which one?

{Thanks to Happiness Is... for finding this!}

Ruby Red Slippers Bookmark

 

Bookmark by Oops, I Craft My Pants

Meet & Greet at Buckingham Palace

The newlywed Duchess of Cambridge and First Lady Michelle Obama both look fab as they met for the first time today at Buckingham Palace.

 

{via NYMag} 

Monday Motivation — Eat Cake for Breakfast

 

via Kate Spade's tumblr  

Do Not Want: Gift Complaint Form

When it comes to gift giving or receiving, it's always the thought that counts, but I still got a chuckle out of this Gift Complaint Form.

 

 {Enjoy This Beautiful Day}

Magic Milk Straws

In case you're wondering, The Chocolate Milk diet didn't last for more than two days. Big surprise, huh? However, I recently bought some of got milk?'s Magic Milk Straws in chocolate because of the fun packaging. They are pretty good and could be a great way to get some kids to drink milk.

Sunday Brunch — Breakfast Interupted

Breakfast Interrupted from Bruton Stroube Studios

This breakfast looks so amazing even when it gets messy!

K Bakes Chocolate Chambord Ganache

I can't stop thinking about the delicious Chocolate Chambord Ganache cupcakes that Kellyn of K Bakes made for Jill's birthday party. It's hard to believe that something this heavenly is easy to make!

If you're a chocolate lover like myself, this icing is to die for. They were definitely one of the best chocolate cupcakes I've ever had, and believe me, I've had a lot.

 

I look forward to attempting to make the ganache myself sometime soon! I can't promise they will look as pretty as Kellyn's pictures though. 

Update: I made mini cupcakes with the ganache icing for a friends' wedding shower a few months after this post and they turned out delicious and sinfully rich. The ganache is perfect for true chocolate lovers. 

The Science of Food

I don't know much about molecular gastronomy but this drink sure looks interesting.

{via Oh Joy! from Red Medicine} 

I'm interested in learning more about the food + science art. Have you tried this new culinary trend? 

Wine Words

Skip the greeting card and say your sentiments with a bottle of wine.

 

via Swanson Vineyards

Prep World

I'm totally crushing on the Tommy Hilfiger S/S 2011 campaign. It's chock-full of country club prep and an adorable Basset Hound.  

Tommy Hilfiger has a pop-up home that's making appearances in some major cities this summer. It looks like some good, preppy fun! {via Racked}

Babycakes Cake Pop and Donut Hole Maker

This is perfect kitchen accessory that can fulfill some of your sweetest cravings. Consider your Easy Bake Oven replaced. 

{Babycakes Cake Pop and Donut Hole Maker}

Monday Motivation: Knowledge Map

{via Varoom spotted on Swissmiss}

InStyle Over Time: Kate Hudson

Magazine Chat recently pointed out how interesting it is that there are certain magazine covers that you'll always remember.

As I flipped through the latest issue of InStyle today with Kate Hudson on the cover (right), I saw a blurb about a previous cover Kate was featured on with her mother, Goldie Hawn, in 1996 (left). Without thinking about it before, I realized that it was very first issue of InStyle I remember reading. It's crazy to think that I still read (and love) some of the same magazines since I was 12 years old.

Weren't Kate and Goldie such an adorable mother/daughter duo? Happy Mother's Day!

Headphone Candy

I've accumulated quite a few of the iconic white Apple earbuds over the ears, but I'm now craving some that have a bit more personality.

 

 {Aiaiai in-ear headphones   /    Harajuku Lovers in-ear headphones   /   Idea Micro Gem headphones}

What kind of headphones do you use? 

My Little Pony

Head over to Southern Aisle for a lovely Kentucky Derby-inspired post. 

{via Things are Better With a Parrot}

My bets are on the horses Mucho Macho Man and Pants on Fire. Have fun in your hats and enjoy your Mint Juleps, ladies!

BHLDN Wedding Flare

The new vintage chic BHLDN line now offers items that can add a lovely little touch to your wedding or other special event. I particularly like their table number markers. 

 

{Cashier's Key Stakes   /   Chalkboard Stakes   /   Glitter Numbers}

Colors of Mexico

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

{Colors of Mexico}

Missoni Stripes On Target

If there's a brand to thank for making chevron stripes en vogue, it's the Italian luxury fashion house, Missoni. Target announced today that they will be collaborating with Missoni for an affordable fall line, complete with clothes and home goods. The line is set to be in stores in September. 

What brand would you like to see Target do a collaboration with?

Guest Post: Floor to Ceiling

And … we’re guesting!

When Allison asked me to write a guest blog I was honored, excited, elated! A chance to be part of Cirque du Sweet … me?! (When in actuality I was thinking, what am I going to write, when am I going to write it, don’t I need to blog for myself?! Eep!)

But she led me down the right path and asked me to tell y’all a little about my favorite magazines (print or online). A little background—I have worked as a magazine editor for the past five years on city regional publications in Kansas, most notably, KANSAS! magazine (in case you want to peek!).

This is important to know because when you work with magazines, reading and enjoying a magazine is a bit of an occupational hazard. It’s hard to not read the editorial with a discerning eye and I rarely open a magazine without getting inspired by the art and design—or completely judging it. And if you want to hear more mumbo jumbo about the industry, check out Magazine Chat.

Onward!

My “Current” Favorite Magazines (cause it’s always changing).

Anthology Magazine

This print-only magazine is at the top of my list. The editors are nailing it. Essentially a shelter magazine, it seems to ooze a confident amount of moxy with their subjects and stories. And the art direction, all I can say is it’s all in the detail shots.

Little White Lies

I came across LWL earlier this year and quickly realized I had been missing out. The design, typography, art and extras continue to lure me back for more. I think you’ll see why: clicky!

Lonny

Lonny was one of the first digital-only magazine to hit the interwebs and they’ve not left me disappointed. Some shelter magazines falter by giving too many tips or featuring inaccessible design. Instead Lonny keeps the bar high as it continues to crank out over 150 pages—keeping me satisfied. I often visit Lonny for home ideas for my blog, Floor to Ceiling. (Bonus, they have a print edition, I just can’t afford it!)

maine magazine

As noted, I work in the city/regional niche so when I find a solid, design savvy publication I get giddy. The publication has great art direction but it also manages to pick unique subjects and story angles that go beyond general community features. Simply put, it’s good inspiration.

INK

I discovered INK on MagMe, a new digital reading service and appreciated what they were creating. It’s part fashion, part art, part photography. Started by some teen artists in ’08, it actually reminded of some Scandinavian magazines, which are always avant-garde (my guilty pleasure).

I met Katy at KU orientation the summer before our freshman year. We immediately clicked but I had no idea if I'd ever end up seeing her again. Fate had it in for us and we were elated to see each other again on the Bid Day bus after both pledging Pi Phi. We're total kindred spirits and shared so many good times together in college. One of my favorite things to do is catch up with Katy about the best things in life over coffee at La Prima Tazza in Lawrence.

Happy May Day!

May Day cone via A Field Journal

As a little girl, I had so much fun making colorful paper cones filled with flowers and candies and then surprising neighbors with them.

Do you have any favorite May Day traditions? 

Rubber Ducky Baby Shower

A few weeks ago, I helped host a baby shower in Kansas City for my dear friend Norie who is due in just a few short weeks. A big thanks to co-hosts Kayla and Kate for helping make it such a fun party!

Here are a few of the sweet treats from the rubber ducky themed party.

 

I'm so excited for Norie and Brad and I can't wait to meet the beautiful baby girl or boy this summer!