Real Summer at China Camp

Two weekends ago, sick of the foggy days in the city, my girlfriend Aya planned a summer picnic out at China Camp in Marin. It was wonderful to finally get a chance to hang out with Cat and her beautiful family. Warm weather, good food, great company... what more could a girl ask for on a lazy Sunday?

Nolan + Cat | Maika + me | Aya + Hayden

Of course we had to end the day with a group shot of all three moms posing with their kiddies...

chewing the cud Down Under

We have been coveting this adorable store in South Australia for a while now, and we couldn't have been more thrilled when Brown Paper Packages started carrying our fabric wraps!

We are mad for their red-striped teepee!

And how yummy are these square floral baking cups. Tie an apron on me right now...

Speaking of baking...patterned cupcake flags!

and these are a few of my favourite things... oh we ♥ Brown Paper Packages...

ototo design

Tea Sub

Jumpin Jacks Salad Servers

39 Inch Snail Measuring Tape

These products from Isareli-based Ototo Design Studio made me smile...

The $50,000 Christo and Jeane Claude “Art Edition” Book

There is no denying that Christo and Jeane Claude's installation pieces have astounded the world over the years. Yes I do love their work. Yes this book is befitting for showcasing their larger-than-life thinking and grandiose production scale projects. But at $50,000 for a book? Yikes!

via lost in a supermarket

Buildings That Look Like Other Things

The elephant one made me smile but I'm not quite sure what to make of a giant picnic basket building... more here.

ID Blocker

 Here's a nifty way to protect your ID when your handheld shredder is out of reach...

New! Adobe Photoshop Cook

This stopmotion video had me at "click". Full video here
Presenting the new Adobe Photoshop Cook! (made with cardboard + kitchen utensils). Brilliant!

via artatheart

People at Flea Markets

I think the title says it all...

more here.

Old and New Book Covers

Redesigned book covers... then and now. Yay or nay?

Erica and Abe's Wedding

YAY we were so thrilled to see Erica and Abe's wedding featured on one of our favourite blogs: 100 layer cake! They are such a fun and sweet couple, and it was such an honor to collaborate on their save-the-dates and invitations. Kudos to Grace Edmands for the beautiful calligraphy. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Coffman!!

image source: 1+4+5: chewing the cud; 2+3+6: Stephanie Williams

Preview of Renegade Fair

Here's a sampling of what we'll be selling at the Renegade Fair, along with some of our favourite artists:

rae dunn
papaververt
flock home
oh, hello friend
the small stakes


and many more...

Trompe l'Oeil stickers

These trompe l'oeil stickers of real size doors would be so fun for a party. Wait, even more fun for a party with lot of alcohol. *scheming*....

by maison martin margiela via design boom

Renegade Fair San Francisco THIS weekend!

Join us for the The 3rd Annual Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco!

When:
July 31 + August 1
11am – 7pm

Where
Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion 

It's free to attend! Get ready for an overload of craft, art, design and DIY goodness.

If you are in the area, come say hi. We'll be there, armed with fabric wraps, stationery, and a load of other goodies.

Food for Thought

Food posters created in 1917 during the Great War. Still 100% relevant today. Food for thought...

image source here

Stephen Campbell

 

Lovin' these stitched illustrations by Stephen Campbell...

(not so) Hot off the press!

We're a little late in posting this one, but better late than never. Julie and Nathan's wedding was featured in the June issue of Brides magazine. They are such a sweet couple, with a great sense of humor, which made designing their day-of details so much more fun!


Full listing of the team here:
Ceremony Venue: Trinity Episcopal Church
Reception Venue: San Francisco Ferry Building
Caterer: Paula Le Duc Fine Catering
Photographer: Gertrude and Mabel Photography
Videographer: Weddings on Film
Floral Designer: Nancy Liu Chin Designs
Day-of Paper Goods Designer: Chewing the Cud
Lighting: Got Light
Rentals: Classic Party Rentals
Cupcakes: Paula Le Duc Fine Catering
Furniture Rentals: Blueprint Studios
Mariachi Band: Rudolfi Artists in Music
Band: Joe Sharino Band
Photobooth: Photoworks Interactive
Hair Stylist: Theresa Wondra
Makeup Artist: Neja Cosmetics
Transportation: Classic Cable Car
Bridal Gown: Rivini
Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid
Groom's Suit: J Crew 

Baby Shower on Style Me Pretty

We don't want to spoil the fun yet, but this afternoon, one of our favourite wedding blogs, Style Me Pretty will be featuring our baby shower. Lots of fun details and beautiful design from my gals: Stacy, Lisa, Priska, and Lily, and photographed by the stylin' ladies from Gertrude and Mabel photography. 

We'll be featuring more details and tutorials in the coming weeks, but for now, stay tuned and happy friday!

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