It’s supposed to rain here this weekend, so I’m planning to take advantage of the crummy weather and do some organizing. There’s always something so satisfying about getting rid of things and sorting the rest (I’m not alone in that, right?). Even with the rain, now that it’s June, I can’t stop thinking about summer trips. Especially road trips – I haven’t been on a good road trip in a few years (moving cross country so doesn’t count), and I’m really craving one. Are you going anywhere fun this summer? Do you have a favorite road trip?

by Mandy Lynne

Do you miss pudding pops as much as I do? via Design Crush

Cutest guest book alternative – thumb prints, balloons, a bike… via Utterly Engaged.

Jennifer Behr veils at J.Crew!

Lovely budget-friendly earrings for your bridesmaids (and yourself), via The Neo-Traditionalist.

Rifle’s invitation suites get me every time.

Congratulations to Jordan on the new website – it looks amazing!

New use for old window shutters.

Desktop strawberry calendar for June.

Love the whimsy of a gazillion bouncy balls in San Francisco.

How incredible are these hydrangeas spilling off the table? Perfectly dramatic.

Online shelter magazines are thriving (and in the New York Times!).

If love ain’t cool, then cool we ain’t.

Have a happy weekend everyone!

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Can you believe it – this weekend already marks the unofficial start of summer. How has time gone by so quickly? My husby and I will be grilling out with some friends, possibly tossing around a frisbee, and hopefully getting a little sun. Any suggestions for favorite picnic side dishes that I might contribute to the get together? I was thinking maybe some blue cheese cole slaw or a minted fruit salad, but I’d love to hear if you have any favorites you’d recommend.

What are your Memorial Day plans?

via My Parents Were Awesome

Trade in your bridesmaid dress for a little black dress.

Vintage magazines online – why didn’t someone think of this sooner?

I wish the pics were bigger, but these rings look so lovely.

S’mores-gasbord.

Vintage bling is my favorite kind, via The Bride’s Guide.

Fruity art prints from Sycamore Street Press.

A charming illustrated guide to the perfect pantry, a la Alice Waters.

Classy Jell-O shots, who knew!

Sunny, happy bridal shower invites.

Everyone needs more surprises in their lives.

Some sassy little dresses – which one is your favorite?

Funny puppy.

Such pretty watercolor stationery (especially love the strawberries), via Wedding Chicks.

Have a happy Memorial Day weekend, lovelies!

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This was one of those weeks that just flew by – I can’t believe how quickly summer is approaching! What are your weekend plans? Hubby and I will be doing some delayed (and much needed) Spring Cleaning, and I’m going to try and figure out how to style my new short hair cut. I’ve had short hair before, but I forget that every time I chop it all off, it takes a week or so for me to get the styling just right. Even though I like having short hair, I invariably start growing it out again almost immediately. Don’t ask me why I do this, because I have no idea. Hair identity crisis maybe?

Have a happy weekend, lovelies, and of course some links for your Friday…

vintage photo via flickr

This is why I miss living in a rural place.

DIY doily-edged mirror – so simple!

Paper invitations are much more my style, but if you’re going to send an email invite, it should be as cute as Mr Boddington’s Nephew, via Hip Hip Hooray.

Fun on a stick (photo booth props).

Congratulations to the Johnson family on their newest addition!

Happy flower font.

Wouldn’t you just die to see a Tim Walker wedding?

I want to have more tea parties, and I’ll serve little sandwiches like this.

An ode to chambray.

Remember this wedding board? Dauphine Press created an invite using it as inspiration.

Missing my little Mississippi town these last few weeks, and thinking of all my friends still in the Delta.

This weekend is my 10 year high school reunion – should be interesting. I went to a very small high school, so I’m wondering how many people will be there. Hmm, also not sure what I should wear… suggestions? What are y’all doing this weekend?

Chance via Black Eiffel

And some fun links for you…

Snippet & Ink is groom approved!

8-year-old banjo player, via The Coterie Blog.

Kate Middleton’s wedding day fragrance – I always love white flowers.

Dip dyed design.

What could be lovelier than hand watercolored invitations?

S’more cakelettes? I think yes.

I’d like this gorgeous dress in my closet just so I could look at it.

Congrats to Amanda Bevington on the new website!

Home office is one of the projects at the top of my to do list. Finding inspiration at Rue.

Can’t get enough of these new designs from Cheree Berry!

Modern meets preppy in these fun notecards.

Have a happy weekend friends!

Friends, I have a request of you. My nephew is going in for surgery today, which is just so scary. Actually, he’s probably taking it the best of any of us. He’s a sweetheart and a charmer, he loves to brush his auntie’s hair (I know – lucky auntie!), he loves his brothers, and he loves chocolate chip cookies almost as much as his mom does. Whatever you believe, or however you pray, I hope that you’ll keep him in mind today and in the weeks to come.

And because bubbles and laughing are always good for the body and soul…

Happy Mothers Day!

Pretty DIY spring wedding bouquet by Chelsea.

Fold up water bottle – love this!

BHLDN does decor. I especially love the cashier key stakes.

Such lovely family photos!

Calder’s so clever: a bourbon tasting bar for your wedding guests.

How about a cute new outfit for your iPhone, via Design Crush.

Food on a stick!

Pretty floral demi robe from Ari Dein.

Inspired by the royal wedding…?

My favorite round-up of Will and Kate’s nuptials.

Why not celebrate your new family with a custom herald, via Once Wed.

Or top your noggin with a fabulous hat from Preston & Olivia.

Have a happy weekend, friends. And Happy Mother’s Day to the wonderful women in our lives!