I am completely smitten over this adorable guest book from Pearls Events recent artistic wedding shoot. Colorful thumb prints + your guests doodles is pure perfection and not just for a whimsical wedding detail- this would be great at a kids birthday, a holiday party, even a family reunion. My mind is spinning with possibilities.

Modern Crepe Paper Lantern

Modern Crepe Paper Lanterns

Like a lot of you, I am inspired by the amazing Confetti System products.

See directions over at www.projectwedding.com to make your own DIY version.

I had the most incredible weekend in Hawaii. I'm truly blessed for the friendships in my life! Here is a little glimpse of what I woke up to every morning in Waikiki. Life is good.

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Your Mission

Your weekend mission,

should you choose to accept

1) Bubbles - Pick-up a bottle and see what happens.

2) Write a list of 5 things you're thankful for.

3) I've learned that making a "living" is not the same thing as "making a life." - Maya Angelou

Create by Faith Ford with love

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Cup of Pie
serves 4

6 granny smith apples, reserve 1 for pastry topping
1/4 cup granulated white sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons brandy
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 egg, mixed with water for egg wash
1/2 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed
4 ramekins, about 3 1/2-inch diameter
confectioners sugar for dusting

Preheat oven 375 degrees F. Peel and cut 5 apples in a medium dice and place in a large bowl. Add lemon juice and brandy to diced apples; toss to combine and set aside. In a large saucepan over moderate heat combine white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, butter and cornstarch. Add in diced apples to sugar mixture and stir until well combined, cook for 15-20 minutes until apples start to become soft. Meanwhile on a floured surface roll out pastry sheet to 1/8-inch thickness. Using a cookie cutter or bottom of a glass, cut out four 4-inch circles.Transfer pastry to a lined baking sheet and using a fork prick pastry circles, brush with egg wash and refrigerate for 5 minutes. Using remaining apple cut 4 rounds of 1/4-inch think. Fill ramekins with apple filling, top with pastry circle and then apple round. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until pastry is golden brown. Dust with confectioners sugar and serve.

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kate spade: occasions

I picked up this book by kate spade 6 years ago, and I love it. It's a simple book all about parties and how to be a good host (or guest). It also includes the sweetest little illustrations by Virginia Johnson.

1) Place butter in bowl of food processor with ingredients of desired flavor combination. Blend until butter is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.

2) Place butter in parchment paper and roll into a log shape, securely wrapping ends; or press into ramekins or molds. Chill for at least one hour before serving. Butter will keep for one week.

Orange Mint Butter

1/2 Cup butter at room temperature

2 T honey

1T finely chopped fresh mint

1 t orange zest

1/4 t salt

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Lemon Cranberry Butter

1 Stick (1/2 c) butter at room temperature

2 T honey

1 T dried cranberries or dried

cherries, roughly chopped

1 t lemon zest

1/4 t salt

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Lemon Herb Butter

1 stick (1/2 c) butter at room temperature

2 T any chopped herb combo, such as parsley, oregano, dill and chives

1 t lemon zest

1/2 t salt

1/4 t freshly ground black pepper

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Chili Citrus Butter

1 stick (1/2 c) butter at room temperature

1 T sriracha or any spicy chili sauce

1 chopped scallion

1/2 t lime zest

1/4 t salt

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HAPPY SUNDAY

I hope you all are dining with the ones you love, that's what Sunday are for. via Dai Due supper club

There is something little extra charming about these particular café lights.

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Your Mission

Your weekend mission,

should you choose to accept

1) This weekend make it your habit not to be critical about small things.

2) Write a list of 10 things you enjoy, and make time for two of 'em.

3) Make a tent out of blankets, climb in, read a book, listen to music and think about what made you happy as a kid (those things most likely ring true today).

Create by Faith Ford with love