fun things

For a long time I've wanted to frame beautiful paper, but Rob didn't really get my desire to frame paper. With this new scrapbooking hobby of mine, I can finally give in to my paper obsession. During a recent trip to the Paper-Source, I was inspired to buy paper and frame it, hoping Rob would go along with my plan if the paper complimented both of our personalities (my husband has a valid concern that if the decorating were left up to me, our condo would become more colorful and shabby chic than something more neutral that we created together. However in it's current state, it's definitely more representative of him, pre-marriage). Anyhow, I discovered some really pretty paper that would look perfect in our bedroom. And to enhance my sell to Rob, I would include a lovely prayer that was given to us at one of my bridal showers that we've been wanting to hang somewhere. This is the paper {we} decided on:

Bertini Gold Ribbon and Luxe Poppy Dots

Here's the final product, hopefully we'll hang them this weekend!

The prayer is really beautiful and I can't wait for it to be hung in our bedroom:

Lord, help us to remember the time we first met and the strong love that grew between us. Help us to apply that love in practical things so nothing divides us. We humbly ask for kind words filled with love and for hearts always ready to ask for forgiveness, as well as to forgive. Lord, we leave our marriage in your hands. Amen

On another note, I've been checking out Kaboodle.com lately and found this adorable cupcake hat. I haven't purchased it yet, but I'm definitely thinking about it. Sometimes I wish we lived in a cooler climate (not really, but there are some really cute jackets and wellies (aka: rain boots, according to J.Crew).


Also, Mimi, my SIL, has a party/wedding planning business and she recently started blogging. Enjoy! her blog! From her blog, I discovered lots of other blogs that I also love, especially:

My Life {as a Sugar Lander} - a designer living in Sugar Land, TX shares her love of crafts, design, photography, Jesus and HGTV.

the {swell} life - a blog written by a San Fran girl who loves crafting, all things vintage, pastel colors, friends & fam, planning parties (& weddings!), taking photos, drinking chai lattes, and most of all Jesus.

Enjoy!