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I've found Sweet Love Vintage to be another shop with gorgeous styling and photography. Sarah, the owner, seems to have a great sense of humor and such an eye for color. Browsing through the shop is sure to leave you with a smile, and I bet you'll find yourself coveting more than a few of Sweet Love's vintage treasures. Plus, you should absolutely read Sarah's profile to find out just how the shop got its name. It's such a cute story.

Images via Sweet Love Vintage

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While I'm not sure I would actually wear any of these as earrings, they're just irresistible to me. I'm sure they could be used for something crafty. Personally I enjoy gazing at this photo - a perfectly painted garden of joy.

Via Madame Vintage

Getting to Know Oneline

I continually find myself excited by all of the amazing art and super talented artists out there in the world. Today is no exception. Mariann from Oneline is so charming, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading her views on different things. I hope you do as well! And if you missed yesterday's post featuring Oneline, you can find it here.

1) How did art become such a significant part of your life?

Art was always there, my mother is very artistic, my grandfather was a painter and sculptor...so it has always been present in our home as kids, so I just soaked it up, and over time added my own thing to it...to be quite honest, I don't know if I could do anything else any more, I did...in a different life I was an estate agent...even I have hard time believing that now :o)... I am just so happy to be able to make a living from my art, and make my life about my art

2) Where do you go or what do you do when you need to recharge your creative spirit?

I go to my studio...and I know this sounds a bit weird, but it just does not happen to me...my creative spirit does not seem to run out, maybe because I actually do quite a bit of different things...I do the cute and funny prints and paintings for children, and then I do my "oneline" life - switching between the two keeps me fresh!

3) How do you maintain a balance in your life between your artwork and your other obligations?

Well...I don't, (she said with a smile) maybe because I don't have that much I find an obligation?

4) How do you see the art world changing or evolving?

Ah, that's interesting, I think all of the multimedia coming is certainly changing things...is digital art, art? Is photography art...? lots of interesting questions and discussions to be had on these themes...and I for one don't want to be a dinosaur and not open my eyes to new possibilities...even though at times it actually almost hurts!

5) Who are some other artists, musicians or authors that you find to be particularly influential?

I have so many, that have inspired and continue to inspire me...I have to say that the Printsy group on Flickr (talking about the art world evolving) never fail to make my head spin...I do have some artists though that are absolute heroes, Peter van der Westhuizen is one, Leon Pericles another...William Robinson...Richard Bawden...gosh, they are all men!!! I never noticed that!

6) What are some of your hopes and goals for the future?

Uhm...to find a gallery in Europe, in preparation for us moving back to Spain from Singapore, to have more time for printmaking, my first love, and to be the best artist I can be!

Thank you so very much, Mariann! If any of you out there feel like lifting your spirits, or making a great day even better, then by all means check out both of Mariann's shops on Etsy. You'll find them here and here. I really hope you find as much joy and inspiration in her work and words as I have.

(All artwork via Oneline)

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These little jars are so, so very charming. Perfect for extra pretty storage in the kitchen, right?

Via Fuzzy Mama

Trees and Inspiration from Oneline

I usually give my own take on an artist's work with these posts each week, but Mariann of the Etsy shop Oneline provides such a beautiful description of each piece that I thought I'd let some of her words do the talking this time. Here's what she had to say about this first piece, The Daisy Tree.

"At dawn, on the first day of the rest of your life, don't talk, just open up all the cages, and set all the birds free, let them soar, breathe the fresh morning air and live."

I hope you all wake up in your beautiful bedrooms each and every morning, and take Mariann's words to heart. Enjoy your afternoon! I'll have an interview with Mariann tomorrow.

(Artwork via Oneline. Interiors via I Suwannee, Design Sponge and Apartment Therapy)

Springtime on the Appalachian Trail

Since we've been blessed with beyond gorgeous weather, Ethan and I have made an effort to get up into the mountains for a few hikes. The trails right by the house are great for quick jaunts along the river, but nothing beats the mountain air and views. We're lucky enough to have ample opportunity to hop onto the famed Appalachian Trail whenever we like. It's just a short drive away.

Yesterday we took a quick hike right before sunset. It's neat to think about all of the hikers who made it through the entire trail. I don't know that I'll ever be up for a thru-hike, but I'd love to trek each portion individually to see just how the trail changes in the different states and regions. Well, I suppose I could pass on the New England sections. So over New England.

Over the snow, too, obviously. But look at the second set of photos - over the weekend the mountain still had a foot of snow on it. Lucky for us, the trail was pretty packed so we were able to walk on top of it instead of sinking in to our knees. But the sunny skies (too sunny for me to keep my eyes open, apparently) made the walk really warm and enjoyable. Now most of the snow has melted away, and I'm looking forward to buds on the trees.

And if you're looking for an account of an Appalachian Trail hike, I thoroughly enjoyed Bill Bryson's A Walk in the Woods. Spoiler - he doesn't actually hike the whole trail, but he has such a way with the world that it still makes for a really fun read. Have any of you hiked the entire Appalachian Trail, or do you know someone who has? I'd love to hear your stories!

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Let's talk about wrist candy, shall we? I don't know about you but I feel infinitely more elegant with a pretty bracelet. This one is just lovely, don't you think?

Via Shris Creations