Good Things Today

This coming spring we will probably make some hard and fast decisions on only one or two new things to get to celebrate the season. I was poking around today and found some great things to think about. I'm probably not buying too many clothes, but a strong necklace or an amazing pair of shoes will spice things up a little -- just enough to recognize the change of seasons and feel good.

Spring gemstones & Brown Linen Necklace

Wearing a strong and colorful necklace will liven up even a white t-shirt and jeans. This one is by Lori Plyler of waterstonejewelry on Etsy.com.

Eco-Love Genuine Repaired Seaglass Heart Necklace

Eco materials are being used in beautiful ways these days, and this is a great example. Seafinddesigns of Etsy.com finds the most amazing pieces of seaglass and turns them into perfect pieces of jewelry. Seaglass is one of nature's ways of recycling that turns a shard of old glass into a new treasure.

Nuno-Felted Silk Scarf with Ruffle

One of my passions is nuno-felting, a process of combining silk and wool into the most fanciful works of fabric. Glamourjunkie of Etsy.com is using one of this season's hottest colors to create a scarf that will warm you up without feeling wintery.

l: Yvette Cutout Bootie, r: Perforated Flat Boot

by Loeffler Randall

I admit, these shoes are more than a splurge. They are so expensive, they should be illegal. But if you can find a knock-off of these somewhere, go for it. These spring boots have a perforated leather calf and are really meant for walking. And the sandal/bootie is just the perfect shape for a skirt or dress and a beautiful pair of tights that can take you from now into the warmer days. These are by Loeffler Randall, and if my lottery ticket is actually a winner, these are what I'll splurge on!

Soy Face Cleanser by Fresh

This facial cleanser by Fresh is wonderful. It's silky and non-sudsing. I put this in today's spring mix because it has a light scent of cucumber, and that always makes me feel like the weather is getting warmer. This soy cleanser even takes off eye makeup gently and leaves your skin feeling clean and soft. An added bonus is that one tube really lasts a long time.

Cozy Winter Storm

They say winter is halfway over...

...My winter sweaters are getting a bit pilly, and my boots need a good cleaning. And, we won't mention the carpets in my car...they are salt-stained, muddy and horrible. Another winter storm is rolling in from the West Coast, and so Tuesday is going to be another day to stay cozy. Here are some great things to warm up my indoor space:

Teabag Teaspoon Cup & Saucer from baileydoesntbark of Etsy.com

beside the fire, archival giclee print from PictureBookStudios of Etsy.com

Just My Cup of Tea, postcard from HeidiBurton of Etsy.com

So, How About Some Spring?

AnnWilkinson Photography


AnnWilkinson Photography

The Lighter Side of Winter

by AnnWilkinson Photography

G'day Park City! It's a lovely Sunday in the Park........

The winter weather has taken a turn for the spring-like these past few days in Park City. Even the Sundance Film Festival crowds did not bring snow with them, as they usually do. The sun is blazing, the sky is brilliant blue. It's just gorgeous outside. It's time to lighten up for a few days and brighten your spirits.

Spruce up your couch. This lovely square patchwork pillowcover combines coziness with the freshness of spring. All the fabric used on the patchwork square has been hand-printed by stitchindye.etsy.com.

This is Simon Bear from flossyshop.etsy.com. He's too cute for words.

Even if it's sunny, it's still winter. these products from Kiehl's are my all-time favorites that I buy over and over again. Creme de Corps is such a lovely and rich body lotion, and it really works to keep your skin hydrated. The Ultra-Moisturizing Eye Stick SPF30 does double duty as a fantastic lip balm, and it even works under lipstick. I don't go anywhere without it!