Fifty Percent Chance of Cupcake

While thinking about cupcakes, like one does, I pondered my current state in which I do not have one. Frown.


From darling cherie and pieceofcupcake


From artgoodies and kaching design

Button Flair

From head to toe, these small fashion fasteners are sure to make a project stand out. You can put a button and a smile on just about anything!


From HeathersHobbies and Arzumusa


From Tombjorn and Laurathreadz

Coffee In A Cup

Some say love makes the world go 'round, but it might just be the coffee. This week's inspiration is highly caffeinated and very cute.


From LaceyBugCreations and sewZinski


From QuietStreet and annerstreet

Sunny Days

What's better than a sunny day? Nothing that I know of, unless that sunny day finds you knitting in its warm rays. Along with the sunny day comes singing birds, fragrant flowers, and smiling faces. I hope it's sunny where you are!


From thePaintedSky


From cottonpurr


From laurageorge

Memorial Day Greetings

On our weekend to honor those who serve and protect the United States of America, I want to say, thank you, brave soldiers! Let's see some red, white, blue:


From minusOne


From Hydra Heart


From reiter8

Happy Memorial Day!

Looking Forward

Being very, very pregnant has given me a keen appreciation for the sweet fashions that I haven't been able to wear since, oh, March. Here are a few finds from independent designers that I'd love to be wearing right now.



1. El Mariachi Pencil Skirt by PoorJean
2. Romantic Wrap Top by Lirola
3. Bertha top by Alis
4. Beatrix Pump by mykashoes
5. Grey Velveteen Ruffle Front Skirt by LoveToLoveYou
6. Pink Voile Knee Length Robe by leisastanton
7. Hazel Coat by LittleHouses
8. Beige Ruffles Dress by MyLolaFashion
9. Equinox Flat by HydraHeart

Happy Canada Day!

I'm not Canadian, though I heard a rumor from my mom that I have Canadian blood through my grandpa's side of the family. Either way, I love our Northern neighbors! Here are a few Canadian creatives that caught my eye this week.


From beadsss


From Brinner


From EvaldasNeverland


From ParadiseHillDesigns


From bonspielcreation


From sugarloafshop

Happy Canada Day, everyone!

Sew Good to Me

I've been on a sewing kick lately. I can't stop churning out bags and tea wallets and blankets and more. Here are a few inspiring finds from etsyland:



1. Modern Quilt by quiltedbykaren
2. Hanging Fabric Storage Bin by sewingmomma
3. Handbag/Wristlet by honeyddesigns
4. SnackSleeve by agreensleeve
5. Organic cotton deer mob napkins by ohlittlerabbit
6. Round and Round Pillow Cover by kanom
7. Recycled Sail Throw Pillow by reiter8
8. Linen Patchwork Coffee Press Cozy by SometimesCrafter
9. Modern Baby Quilt by BlueElephantStitch

Rainy Days

I don't know about your city, but it's been rainy around here!



1. Miniature Raindrop by ashleyg
2. Bloom and Grow Archival Print by swallowfield
3. Rain Bear Print by daphnecellophane
4. Ca Va Screen Printed Card by twoguitars
5. Feeding Birds Print by matteart
6. Umbrella Charm Necklace by PetitSimplicity
7. Friends Fine Art Print by michelemaule
8. PDX Raindrop Magnet by bishopart
9. Silver Cloud Ear Posts by FreshyFig

Friday Finds....Office Organization

Bumblebirch was recently uprooted to a new home--a better, drier, warmer, safer home--and getting my office space reorganized has been a challenge! Here's a little inspiration:



1. Bohemian Poppies Fabric Bins by sewingmomma
2. Divine Aluminum GoodForm Chair by threesidewaysglances
3. Honeycomb Modern Wall Clock by pilotdesign
4. Mushroom Madness Paperclips/Bookmarkers by yvettelim
5. Distressed Grey Hex Shelf by JungleSupply
6. Vinyl Wall Sticker Decal - Wall Calendar by SimpleShapes
7. writing desk by uncommon
8. birch trees book file by babaleu
9. Custom Definition Magnets by ksickles

Celebrating Spring

1. Forsythia Twig Wreath by Stylishstems
2. Duo / Hanging Bird Feeder by joepapendick
3. Vinyl Wall Art decal sticker Fall Tree by WowWall
4. The Secret Garden Moss Terrarium Globe by Doodle Bird Designs
5. Organic Strawflower Helichrysum Seeds by Rathburn-Smith Farms
6. Handpainted Bird Pot by SchwidleShop
7. Lavender Sachets by The Lavender Road
8. Bird seed scoop by Girl With a Gourd
9. Hand-printed Classic White Cotton Napkins by Indo Bay Textiles

I love these sunny spring finds!