A & B List

Happy Friday! Can you believe it's already December 7th? What happened to this year?

Anyway, here's a little list to take a look at while you mull over your shoppinglists and drink your hot chocolates :)

• 2013 Instagram calendar
• In case you're not already following along, no one does a gift guide like Jo does.
• J. Crew Holiday Styling Secrets
• The cutest kids tool set. On the hunt for one of these for Ben...
• Another amazing Lisa Eldridge makeup video (with Mary Greenwell)
• DIY Crocheted Baskets - these would be such a cute handmade Christmas gift!
• NioNio Design now has Christmas cards! They are pretty much perfect.

Image via NioNio Design

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Happy Friday everyone! It's a BEAUTIFUL day today where we are, it's frosty but so sunny, my favourite kind of weather! Here's a little list of some of my favs from around the web recently. Hope you all have an amazing weekend!

• A new, super-hip paper company, Paper Society Co., has opened! The holiday line is amazing.
• I am in love with these natural wooden toys. So sweet.
• A hand-written list by Kurt Cobain of the top 50 Albums. Amazing.
• Giant alphabet pillows!
• I didn't EVER watch Oprah, but for some reason I always watched the favourite things episode...I WANTED all of that STUFF! Well, it's coming back for 2012, yayyyyy!
• THIS HOME. AH.

Image via Jelanie

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It's Friday once again, anyone have any plans this weekend? Not much going on for us but there may be a pumpkin patch outing! Here are a few cool things for you to enjoy!

• As soon as Halloween is over everything will be full on Christmas, and I'm already thinking of gift ideas. How cute would a homemade toy like this one be?
• If you're at Homesense any time soon, keep an eye out for Lindsay's art! SO exciting!!!
• Pumpkin Thyme Mac and Cheese? Oh I'm making this. 
• I've pinned a lot of braided browns in my day, but this is the prettiest one I've seen.
• An iPhone projector? Brilliant. 
• An interesting article about how much physical activity toddlers need (3 hours a day!)
• I'm madly in love with this home. It's like, the most perfect place ever. 

Image via Mrs. Jones

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Well as usual I'm a blog-slacker these days. Sometimes blogging is awesome, and sometimes I have absolutely nothing to say that hasn't been said on 187359 other blogs. Meh.

I do however have a link list. Cause that's easy.

• Are you on autopilot?
• DIY garland. 
• Van Gogh finger painting.
• I can't wait to make this simple pasta dish. Yum.
• Dotted Vipp bin by Damien Hirst! Prettiest trash can of all.
• Such a pretty braided updo. 
• I love this Rabih Hage Gallery Ten Exhibition poster.

Image via Marnich

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I decided to rename A&B Love to A&B List because A) it's less cheesy B) I get bored easily and need constant change and C) who cares really. So ya. 

In other news, it's been a super busy few weeks for me, I've had 14 commission requests over the last two weeks. Um, what? Seriously? Loving it. So awesome.

But, I've also had a few minutes here and there to spot some cool stuff on the web/pinterest/blog/etc. and so we have a new list!

• A cool looking app that I'll be downloading soon.
• 10 ways to tie a tie.
• Pretty clay geometric DIY mobile.
• I've fallen in love with this cooking blog, they make wholesome meals look so simple! First on the agenda, this easier Shepherd's Pie.
• Yet another perfect fall outfit.
• Love this DIY magazine rack...I think I need this but big enough to hold seven million magazines.
• I've been following Rina's blog for a while now and she recently made these amazing soft fabric storage containers. Hello to do list! I need one (or ten) of these.

Image via Rarerina

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It's SO fall-like these days, I'm loving the cooler nights! I've been so in the mood for tea and throw blankets and slippers, I thought I would put together a little list of things that are fallish.

• I forgot how good these chocolate chip pumpkin squares are during this time of year...I've already baked two batches.
• Speaking of food, it's time to bring back the baked yummy casseroles. I can't wait to try this Butternut Squash Gnocchi.
• Five good reads for September.
• Jennifer's fall collection is so lovely. My favourite piece is this limited edition geo necklace.
• How to add a little autumn vibe to your home.
• These gloves are so, so cozy looking. Need.
• The perfect fall outfit.

Image via Stockholm Street Style

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I haven't done one of these in so long. This is why I can never commit to the 'every Friday' kind of thing (committing to the Five Questions is even pushing it, I know, I'm the worst).

But I have some fun things I've spotted lately that I wanted to share. Oh internet, you never cease to fill my head with things I need to do/buy/pin.

• Rach launched her shop!
• Speaking of Rach, she wrote a very cute post on the Art Crawl. Thanks friend!!
• We made this Spaghetti in Garlic Sauce with Herbs and Lemon Marinated Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes and it was SO GOOD. Next time, I'm going to add more tomatoes, grilled zucchini and peppers...mmm.
• Ten places to get inspired.
• Have you tried a Beauty Balm yet? I have tried a few (hello product junkie) and I LOVE this one.
• A little peek at Martha Stewart's Pastry kitchen (also known as organizational bliss)
• I'm working on a home spa DIY which I'll probably share next week (since the DIY face mask was so popular) but in the mean time, here's a pretty cool looking hair mask, going to give this a try!
• Nine foods for better skin.
• Currently reading Beach Strip...so far it's really great! Anyone reading anything good these days?
• I'm currently planning a little (as in very little) makeover for Ben's room. I'm have been so inspired by this room (I have followed Deborah on Instagram for a while now, love her!)

Image via A Merry Mishap

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It's been a busy, busy week around here. ADOP suddenly went a little crazy (not that I'm complaining) so I have my work cut out for me this weekend. Love it! 

I haven't had much time to keep up with my beloved blogs, but I did spot a few cool things over the past few days. Just to name a few...

• Peach beauty - so pretty.
• Mid-century perfection.
• Not only are these DIY Geometric paperweights on my to-do list, but the blog itself is a new find for me and I LOVE IT.
• This Summer Mojito is calling me name. 
• Have you read the new Rue?
• The prettiest bun tutorial ever.

Image via The Beauty Dept

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It's finally here. The weekend where we will see Radiohead. YES!!!! I can't really think about much else, but I have found a few pretty cool things around the blogs/web this week. Have a look!

• The most amazing Scandinavian log house. SWOON.
• How to put your kids to bed - and have them stay there. Must try these tips.
• The Style at Home ADOP giveaway closes today! Make sure you get your comment in!
• Perfect vintage waves.
• Soba noodles and veggies with spicy peanut sauce? YUM.
• Last minute Father's Day gift ideas.
• Really cute Neon/Wood bead DIY necklaces.
• Can someone please buy me this Marimekko black and white duvet cover? Come on.

Hope everyone has an amazing Father's Day weekend! 

Image via Marimekko

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Happy Friday friends! What a great week it's been...I LOVE being home with my little guy. It's gone quickly, as it always does....but I'm happy the weekend is here! Also, we're now one week closer to seeing Radiohead.....OMG.

Ok, let's get on with it, shall we? My weekly list of loves around the web.

• I really, really, really want these geometric magnets.
• Lauren has made us a summer music mix! Love it!
• The perfect vegetarian barbeque menu.
• Super cute DIY ombre neon dress.
• I think I need this nesting set of rainbow mixing bowls/measuring spoons. Genius.
• Kind of obsessed with this hairstyle since I found it. 
• Have you read the June issue of Matchbook Mag yet? It's filled with Father's Day gift ideas, picnic inspiration, and other summer goodies.
• Gwyneth's London home reno is simply AMAZING.
• Looking for a band to fall in love with? How about Young Empires? This song is my fav...

Image via Snug

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I haven't done one of these in a couple of weeks, so I thought it was time. I love a good link list! Ok, let's cut right to the chase.

• Erin's Ultimate Baby Registry is so perfect. Wish I had this back when I was pregnant. Love everything.
• I have a bit of a mug obsession, and these Mr. and Mrs. mugs are officially on my list. Cutest wedding gift idea ever.
• An all white Scandinavian home. Yes please.
• I have Billy and my Dad's Father's Day gifts in the mail, but this is a GREAT list of gift ideas for dads.
• 20 brunch recipes. Someone make me brunch.
• Jennifer of A Merry Mishap has a new style of necklace that she's just added to her shop. Simply beautiful.
• I recently added a Press page to my portfolio website! What do you think? (Sorry, shameless self promo there...)
• The Honest Toddler (discovered through Sara!) has a BLOG. I especially love this post on why he hates Pinterest.
• When to quit...going from 9-5 to freelance. Inspiring!!
• The Link With Love June calender is out! Hooray!!

You can also take a look at past A & B Love lists if you like! Have something that you think would be cute on the list? Let me know!

Image via Link with Love

(P.S. Today is the VERY last day to enter the ADOP custom painting giveway!! Entries up until midnight tonight will be included in the contest. Hurry!!)

Social Media Icons via CarrieLoves.com

 

Last night I did a few updates to my blog (it never ends, does it?) and I added the Social Media Icons created by Carrie. I stumbled upon these via Lauren of With Two Cats (I follow her on Pinterest, you should too!) and I'm so happy with them! 

I did make myself an Etsy one FYI....I used the capital 'E' in Times New Roman, probably not an exact match but it works!

Be sure to get yourself a set here!

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Another week has gone by! So glad to have my first week back to work under my belt. Three more to go...

Anyway, here are a few cute/interesting things I stumbled across recently. Enjoy!

• I'm SO glad I found Wit + Delight's 'Skincare 101' post. I need this, desperately. My face is starting to look like an old shoe.
• 20 Best Companies to work for in the Fortune 500. Note to self, become a techie or an engineer, quick.
• Jen of Rambling Renovators tweeted about these Ombre Soaps and I instantly added them to my (ever-growing) shopping list.
• The Mermaid Tail Braid. LOVE.
• How adorable is this Chalkboard Laptop? I think Ben needs this.

Image via Anthropologie

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Happy Friday! Hope everyone had an amazing week. As I mentioned, I'll be busy this weekend working away on prep stuff for Ben's first birthday, but I leave you with a few fun things to check out.

• I LOVE this sequin camera strap by Bloom Theory.  Are you going to the Picasso Exhibit at the AGO? I HAVE TO. I love Picasso so much. One of my tattoos is a Picasso sketch. LOVE.
• Melanie has been doing a really lovely series of Bloggers on Motherhood, and she included me!! She's so sweet!
• How perfect is this tangerine chevron iPhone case? You know, that is if you don't have an ADOP iphone case of course.
• This recipe for Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cupcakes looks AMAZINGGGG. Rach is the best cook ever.
• Lisa Eldridge's new makeup tutorial video is fab. Aren't they all?

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Happy Friday everyone! 

Friday isn't quite the same for me these days...Billy was recently transferred from one location of his company to another, and he is now working continental shifts (meaning, all weekend, every other weekend....it's awful) so my weekend isn't really beginning until Monday. But, either way, I hope you all enjoy your weekend! Looks like we will have some great weather, so I hope to take Benjamin out a lot and maybe do a little more work in our garden :)

Here are a few links to get your weekend started.

• Benjamin NEEDS this playhouse. (Ok maybe I do).
• A really great small backyard makeover.
• Speakin of backyards, here is a list of things to do in your garden in May.
• Geometric waste basket? Yes please. 
• Mother's Day is right around the corner. As always, Joanna gave us a fab gift guide.
• Love this DIY Terrarium. May just have to give this one a try.
• Pantone toothbrushes? Oh my god.

Image via Swiss Miss

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• I can't wait to get my hands on a copy of Dreaming in French. Sounds like just my kind of novel.
• Kate mentioned this cold-brew coffee recipe the other day, and I tried it. OH MAN.  I'm hooked.
• Speaking of Kate, did you see her new Tumblr "Pinners Be Crazy''? She decided to end it (and I totally admire her honesty and respect her decision), but it was the funniest thing ever. I read through the posts and was crying with laughter. This post in particular got me (beware crazy pinners, there is a bad word on the photo, don't hate me for thinking it's hilarious).
• Can't wait to give this pretty photoshop effect tutorial a try.
• Are you going to Blog Podium? If so, you know it's time to work on our bios...yay! Sort of feels like homework. Love it.
• The most perfect, modern nursery. Might be reason enough to hurry up on baby number two...kidding! Sort of.

Image via Little Lovely

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• Melanie writes and AWESOME blog, and recently she shared her discovery of these adorable social media icons. I HAD to have them. In Tangerine Tango, of course. Thanks Melanie!!!
• Did you see Erin's closet makeover? Oh man. So cool.
• If you're in the Hamilton area, there is a cool thing going on at Hamilton Artist Inc. called Art Grab. I donated a piece to this, thought it looked like a fun event!
• Only a few weeks away until my little man turns one, and I'm in full on planning mode for his shindig. Lucky for me, Elsie just shared with us some frosting recipes. Hooray!
• If you're looking for a funny new sitcom to check out, Bent is really hilarious. Usually shows like this don't get enough of a following and end up being cancelled, but we're going to enjoy it while it lasts. I need something to make me laugh while I desperately wait for Larry David to return.
• They NEED to open a J. Crew in my city. I would buy this dress right now. And these shoes. And probably this. 

Happy weekend everyone!

Image via J. Crew