(So over this) Snow

So over here on the east coast we have been experiencing quite a bit of snow ever since winter storm Jonas decided to roll in... 

Though we’re grateful for having four seasons, we’re a bit excited to wake up to the sun shining and warm weather to get out and explore once again.

GARDEN CAFES 

Since everything’s been covered in snow lately, we’re really missing green, so naturally we’re dreaming of brunch at Terrain’s Garden Cafe. What’s not to love… fresh, organic ingredients, tons of natural lighting, and being surrounded by plants while you eat? UM, sign us up.

CITY STREETS 

Spring also means snow and ice-free sidewalks… perfect for exploring little city streets! We think the best way to explore is to do it without an itinerary! No stress, no schedule, just a good pair of walking shoes and a “so what if we get lost a few times” attitude. Some of the best places we’ve been to have been from exploring “on accident!”

STATIONARY SHOPS

The fresh smell of paper, the beautiful writing utensils and straight up bangin’ designs. We’re suckers for a quality stationery shop and can spend hours admiring it all.

  

We'll be counting down the days until spring. What are you most looking forward to doing once all the winter weather leaves us?

#dreamingofspring

Photos: 

1. https://www.instagram.com/p/4X7Y11QOk0/ 

2. https://www.instagram.com/p/78GXO3ySmU/ 

3. https://www.instagram.com/p/BBYrCGFi0YC/)

NATIONAL HANDWRITING DAY

 

Get out your pen and ink, it’s National Handwriting Day! (Bonus points if you have a quill and inkwell.)

Yes, this is a thing. In fact, WIMA (Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association) made it an official day to celebrate the art of the handwritten gesture. "Though computers and e-mail play an important role in our lives, nothing will ever replace the sincerity and individualism expressed through the handwritten word." —David H. Baker, WIMA's Executive Director. We couldn’t agree with this statement even more.

Check out some of these handwritten samples we’re swooning over:

We’re all about sending handwritten letters and cards through snail mail. So, get out a writing utensil and write a friend or loved one a letter! Everyone loves receiving something in the mail no matter how big or small.

#handwrittenisbetter 

Photo 1: http://vsco.co/tylrhufm/grid/1 
Photo 2: https://www.instagram.com/thelovelydrawer/
Photo 3: https://www.instagram.com/spoiltbytes/
Photo 4: https://www.instagram.com/paulaandwaffle/ 
Photo 5: https://www.instagram.com/aawizzzy/

DIY: Photo Easel

Want a unique and fun way to show off your favorite Instagram photos at home or in the office? This DIY project is the perfect way to display your funny cat pictures, dreamy vacation photos, or trendy city pics.

M A T E R I A L S

Wooden easel, 4x4 artist panel, spray paint, Glue Dots, Instagram photos

S T E P   0 1 

Spray paint the wooden easel. Be sure to let it dry in between coats

S T E P   0 2

Remove four Glue Dots from the box. Apply Glue Dots to each corner of the artist panel

S T E P   0 3
Carefully place the photo on top of the Glue Dots keeping the edges lined up, and gently press down on each corner of the artist panel.

V O I L A !

This DIY was in collaboration with Renée Nicolo Photography who provided the photography for our first DIY. Be sure to check her out!

#DIYyourlife