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working hands farm

We recently sold our home in Portland and have been on the hunt for the new house. And while we were not looking to move to the countryside the most amazing house became available on 3 acres with plenty of space to garden and have chickens that we could not sensibly pass it up. We're so excited!

I did a quick search of what's in the area and came across the most beautiful farm - Working Hands Farm. They have organic raw milk, local honey and fresh eggs in addition to a whole lot of veggies and a CSA! I'm double excited and may go ask if we can be best friends.

& i'll be sure to share more later about how amazing the house is.. !

All images via Working Hands Farm.

 

potted plants

I love this grouping of potted plants. The straight white pots are just perfect, don't you think?

Pinterest-ers agreed, as this was my most pinned image this week. You can follow me on Pinterest, here.

Image via.

 

 

Entertaining Outdoors

Have you had any dinner parties outdoors this summer? I have not, though I have to say we have only had a few warm nights so far in Portland.  Festive parties or informal family gatherings, eating outside during the summer is my favorite.

I have collected some inspiration, fancy & fun! I enjoy setting the table and making people feel extra special.

Images & inspiration: one // two //  three // four.

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Inspired: 3 Cozy Outdoor Spots

Now that it's officially spring (with summertime temperatures in some areas of the country!) I'm hankering to spend time outside. My plan this year is to create a couple cozy, relaxing nooks in our yard & decks - outdoor living, urban style!

I've collected 3 very impressive outdoor living areas in the images above. I love the softer, indoor-ish objects used (the leather stools!) in the first image, matched with a chair this would make for the perfect impromptu coffee/sunshine break spot.  The second image makes me want to cozy up & take a nap in the "sleeping nook" - add a few blankets &  I'm set! And who doesn't love to dine al fresco? The last image is a fantastic example of layering the space (wood, pebbles & grass!) with materials and height.

I have not quite decided on how to cozy up our outdoor space, but one thing is for sure. I will soon be adding this giant hammock to the mix!

Shop more outdoor stuff, here. Want more ideas? Check out my Outside pinboard!

Images via: image 1, image 2, image 3.

Do you have a cozy spot in your yard or garden?

giftable: Jan Habraken Shovel Birdhouse

One of life's most simple pleasures is feeding birds. I never knew this until recently when I hung a birdfeeder outside of my office. The birds gathering, pecking and enjoying their little birdy cafe.

I love it. A bird house/feeder is a very giftable item, especially this one by Jan Habraken. A Shovel Birdhouse! I am sure the birds (and the squirrels!) would appreciate the wit.

Speaking of which, we have a squirrel that is the resident bird seed thieve. We call him "Mr. Cheater Eater" !!