groundwork

Although no one would exactly call me an outdoorsy person, fine artist and illustrator Danna Ray manages to capture all the moments of camping and being outside in the great, big wild so beautifully, that even an indoor person like me gets it. When I actually do go camping, it's quite fun but it's thinking about going camping that makes me dread it. The bugs, the heat, the fresh air. Ugh.

You can see more of Danna's work on her site or buy a print here or on etsy. I'm thinking this would make a great wedding gift, especially of the socks sleeping beneath the blanket of grass. Artist found by way of halcyon days

want. but can't have.

by Libre Versalita on flickr
by way of Jessie Artigue on Pinterest

My new nephew needs art in his room (black, red and white color scheme). How perfect is this! Typographically wonderful and makes you want to sing along as you look at it. Also, not too baby-ish and can be moved around to other parts of the house. If only it was available for purchase. Dang it.

Making Time

via Design Sponge

Check out this fun little project. Art, clock mechanism and an Altoids tin. Get instructions on how to make it here. Design Sponge is one of my favorite blogs. They always have such creative projects and "sneak peeks" into other people's homes. Crafting and voyeurism? Perfection.