ideas + inspiration + aesthetics

You don’t have to love cats to enjoy these adorable kitty designs. Shown here are (clockwise from top left): kitty mug and spoon set, fortune cat coin purse, kitty ice-cube tray, mark poulin kitty ring, sitting kitty wallet, and scaredy cat earrings.

We all know mustaches and graphic print bandages have been the recent “in” things. So why not combine those two — mustache bandages! Great for those moments when you’re tempted to spot a fake mustache but can’t find a perfect excuse for wearing it.

It has never crossed my mind to wear a coaster around my neck, but Corrie of Corrieberry Pie has shown us that you can make a fashion statement with it! {via poppytalk}

This green and creative idea may inspire some of you to look out for vintage coasters and create your very own necklaces. One thing to remember though, is to wear the necklace well below the chest, or you may look like you’re wearing a bib.

Buy it here: corrieberrypie.etsy.com

A raspberry in a well of milk caught in action! An amazing picture by Francesca Birini. What a beautiful way to start the day!

Bring nature into your home with this hand-painted solid wood branch shelf. Perfect decor on its own, but will also be a wonderful showcase for your collectibles.

The book Papercraft: Design and Art With Paper has inspired me to put my paper crafting act together. I’d love to create tiny strips of bacon, a half onion, boiled egg and a variety of herbs. Can you spot a tube of red paint? {via}

I love the pretty and innovative design of Stanley Honey, where honey is packaged in clay pots with stylish cork lids.

This numerous award-winning design encourages the re-use of the clay pot to grow a plant that will attract bees, which in turn will bring about honey production for the future. A clever green idea! {via thedieline}

Oh what fun! Two and a half feet of magic to transform your living space into a carnival! Carnevale No 2 paper and twine by wunderlust.