Cold Spring Apothecary

I first ran across Cold Spring Apothecary in early 2012 (blogged here) and have yet to purchase anything (shame on me). I've made some recent changes as to what I put in my body (see this pin board for a snapshot of how we've been eating) but my beauty product regiment needs a makeover (i.e. less toxins, less chemicals, please).

A bit about this company's philosophy: "Cold Spring Apothecary’s goal is to provide our customers with the safest alternatives to the harmful chemicals used in most cosmetics. By producing our products in small batches we can ensure that only the highest quality ingredients are used."

There are so many products I want to try including the dry shampoo, salt spray and eye cream. Have you tried anything from this shop? Any other shops/lines you'd recommend?

Wish list 5.13.13

1// iphone case $35 by eva black  2// sandals $49.99 3// dress $49.99 4// necklace $60 by cisthene 5// tote $98 by coriumi 6// nail polish $8 7// cat print $28 by caitlin hinshelwood  8// pebble tape measures $17

I love color, I really do, but I've noticed that my wish lists over the past few months have stuck to a fairly neutral palette. I have a few theories as to why this might be but they all seem a little silly (like maybe I'm mourning the loss of my 20s as I'm turning 30 soon? ha). Anyway, yes, my wish list this month does include a tape measure. Mostly because these are the prettiest tape measures I've seen, too pretty to tuck away in the back of a drawer. And although I'm not the biggest cat fan (I know, I know, how un-blogger like of me), I do love this cat's attitude. Happy Monday!

Vintage: Tea and Tulips

pictured above: peter pan collar top $24; mint magic dress $34; somethin' special dress $38; gold dots skirt $30; purple pan blouse $32

There are so many great vintage finds for under $50 over at Tea and Tulips. If you like how these items are styled (what's not to love?), you'll also like shop owner Steffy's style blog Steffy's Pros and Cons. Shop her full collection of vintage gems here.

Wise Words: Change

So, so true. As I type this post, Guster's Manifest Destiny came on Pandora..."you can always change your mind..." How serendipitous!

image: please let me know if you know the original source. I found this image here via this pin.

6 Things

1// desk lamp $76.50 by ellen's alley 2// high waisted short $114 by sainte courtisane  3// typography print $30 by faye bradley 4// espresso set $60 by imka design 5// bracelets $29 by fauna y flora  6// abstract shapes print $21 by ammiki

Six recent handmade faves to celebrate a new week. And although I know Monday is hardly a celebration, I'm choosing to think positively. Mind over matter, right?

For more handmade and vintage faves, you can follow me on Etsy here. 

Decor: Cotton & Flax

mint pillow cover $58 / diamond linen pillow cover $40 / coasters $20 / tea towel for pennyweight $28

Owner, designer, and maker, Erin Dollar runs Cotton & Flax out of her home studio in Los Angeles, California. Each piece is hand printed (read all about the process here) and if you like these home decor items, you'll love Erin's line of paper goods. Have a very happy weekend!

Paper Goods: 12 Mother's Day Cards

01. / 02. / 03. / 04. / 05. / 06. / 07. / 08. / 09. / 10. / 11. / 12. 

There's still time to find the perfect card for Mother's Day. Don't forget your grandmother's, mothers-in-law, moms-to-be, friend's mom's who helped raise you, and on and on. There's definitely someone in our lives who would appreciate a thoughtful card!