A few years ago, our friends Jo and Pip ( real name Patrick ) were planning a birthday party for their son.
When we got this invitation in the mail, I knew it was a keeper. Love the simplicity, and the beauty of the picture…Who wouldn’t want to say yes to this little guy!
A perfect do it yourself type of invite, all you need is stock paper and envelopes, photo corners and a printer.
As another perk, your guest get to keep a picture of the birthday boy!
I think Spring Break may be my favorite School Vacation. With the gorgeous Spring weather, it is the perfect week to just enjoy the outdoors, the change in season and all of the fun that comes with Spring. Unlike other school breaks, which can sometimes seemed packed with expectations and commitments, there is something glorious about waking up to the sun, the sound of the birds and a day of outdoor fun.
Over the last few weeks, I’ve come across a ton of inspiration and ideas about gardening, introducing kids to the ideas of growing some of their own foods and a fabulous concept on how to share the abundance of a garden with those in need. This seems like the perfect week for such a project…Even in our small little back yard-there is room for planting and container gardening!
First off, love the book the Edible Schoolyard by Alice Waters and her whole approach to bringing gardening back into all communities. Her book is a treasure-full of fantastic inspiration, practical and realistic plans for gardening with kids and recipes for all that you might choose to grow. We have had the book in our stores since early spring, and can’t keep it in stock.
Her website is also a fantastic resource, and I am dying to attend one of her community classes with the kids.Take a look…
Once you do decide to take the plunge…why not grow a bit extra and join the Garden Writers Association as they Plant a Row for the Hungry. The concept is super simple, Plant an extra row, or container of vegetables for a local food bank or soup kitchen and drop off your edibles. To find out more about the program check out their website.
Our friend ( and Peek….Aren’t You Curious photographer ) just posted some simple tips on her site..How to take great photos of kids. She always seems to follow a few simple rules, and every time I see her work, she has captured the essence of her subjects ( young,old and sometimes furry ! ) perfectly. Her relaxed and fun personality help as well…She always thinks about the basics-the time of day and when the kids will be most interested and engaged, keeping the camera out for only a while and laying down, or taking her photos from the kids vantage points. Check out these shots of her adorable son at Wilder Ranch in Santa Cruz.
When she was getting this shot of our son, she had challenged he and his friend Will to a race..the winner was not who got to the finish line first, but who LAUGHED the most. How smart to get a slow and happy shot! See for yourself-I think it worked!
Have some great books to share on this subject too…perfect for Mothers Day gifts. Stay tuned.
