“That’s what makes it so right. Your eyes– your soul is there, but the rest of you is still so undefined. That’s the beauty of childhood. The eyes show everything you’ve seen so far, but the rest of you is still so open to possibility, to whatever you might become.”

~bree despain

I just love this sweet little number from the talented Heather of laken & lila. So lovely in its vintage cuteness.  Addie felt so comfortable in it and had a blast running around pushing this old toy. I loved the little smile on her face as she pushed it–I would have thought it was too young a toy for an almost-three-year-old, but it brought such joy! Oh, and don’t you simply ahhh-dore that cute little pink wooden camera? Yep, I kind of have a problem with little camera props. The kids are in love with it, though, and have been posing and photographing their stuffed animals in all the best-lit places in the house.

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The Ana Vintage Vibe Dress | laken & lila

Knit Hat | Three Yellow Starfish

Pink Wooden Camera | Twig Creative

xoxo,

laura

“To give and then not feel that one has given is the very best of all ways of giving.”

~max beerbohm

Welcome to {pretty little packaging}! I simply adore checking out new + fun ways to present clients with their orders, so I thought I would share my findings with YOU! Lucky ducks we all are to soak in all of this fabulosity, don’t you think? Enjoy!

Loveliness! A sweet little client gift, consistent and interesting branding and happiness on any client’s face!

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{image via lauryn galloway}

Such an easy, fun and beautiful way to present your client packages. This would be SO very inexpensive to do and would make for a big wow factor!

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{image via velvet moss}

I simply love the bright pink and yellow combo, the striped gable box and the chevron mini bag (that I use in my own packaging!). How clever to offer a cookie in your branding colors and theme?

45 votes

{image via make merry}

Random acts of cookies?! YES PLEASE!!!

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{image via shimtokk}

Don’t forget the awesomeness of the outside of your packaging when mailing–branding stickers, stamps–all can really add to the wow factor.

44 votes

{image via flickr}

Who doesn’t love sweets? Choose cupcakes from a local bakery, store-bought cookies or handmade goodies and repackage to look amazing!

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{image via grace sense and simplicity}

xoxo,

laura

“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.”
~roald dahl

Some recent commercial images from the talented Corinne of The Fresh Stitch. I simply ahhh-dore her designs and fabrics!

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Brother + Sister Set {Tie Tee + Bird Dress} | The Fresh Stitch

Striped Ruffle Pants | The Fresh Stitch

Violet Chevron Dress | The Fresh Stitch

Feather Hairpiece | Finley and Oliver

Gray Flower Knit Hat | Three Yellow Starfish

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Welcome to Wall Art Wednesday! Thank you so much for being here! Want more inspiration? Simply CLICK HERE for lots more fun!

Monochromatic white with black and white images makes quite the statement on any wall. Mix and match frames and lean some on the floor for a modern look.

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{image via kristin vining}

What to do with all those fabulous Instagram photos? Make an Instagram wall, of course!

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{image via a beautiful mess}

Repurpose old books into picture frames for a unique and vintage look!

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{image via lauren elise crafted}

You don’t have to match everything to have a cohesive look. Gather different frames, fill them with images and brightly-colored sayings {psst…lots of freebies here!} or art and you have the perfect little room, filled with brightness.

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{image via 6th street design school}

Frames within a frame (much like this one from Becky Higgins that I just adore) create a fun and modern display.  Add an interesting wall paper to bring it all together.

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{image via flickr}

More polaroid/instagram fun! This would be so easy to create using a simply thrift-store frame, your favorite spray paint and lots of sweet little moments captured through your phone.

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{image via the handmade home}

Lots more Wall Art fun RIGHT HERE!

~Have you read Broxton’s Story yet?~

xoxo,

laura

 {Read on for all the ways that you can help Broxton + sign up for The Run for Broxton}

Meet Broxton.

A darling just-turned two year old, completely and utterly adored by his family. Soft, whispy dark blonde hair, long eyelashes and an innate sweetness about him.  You can’t help but want to hold him.

The amazing bond between Broxton and his big brother is so incredible to witness, full of sweet tenderness and protection.

Broxton is a special gem in this world.  His sweet soul is full of life, but his small little body is hurting.

Broxton has Batten Disease and has recently been put on Hospice care.

Batten Disease is a rare genetic disorder in which affected children suffer mental impairment, worsening seizures, and progressive loss of sight and motor skills.  Eventually, children with Batten Disease become blind, bedridden, and unable to communicate, and it is presently always fatal.  The Infantile form of Batten Disease begins between the ages of 6 months and 2 years and progresses rapidly.  Affected children fail to thrive, have abnormally small heads, and typically have short, sharp muscle contractions.  Initial signs of this disorder include delayed psycho-motor development with progressive deterioration, other motor disorders, or seizures,  The infantile form has the most rapid progression and children live into their mid-childhood years. 

{source | the Batten Disease Support and Research Foundation web site}

You can read about Broxton and the Taylor family’s journey on their Caringbridge site HERE.

Imagine for a moment (because unless you have gone through this, we will never really fully understand beyond imagining) as a parent, having a little one year old full of life–walking, talking and smiling. Then, one day things begin to change and suddenly that child loses the ability to walk, to talk, to smile, to eat…this is the world that the Taylor family lives in. Just this past June, Broxton was diagnosed with Batten Disease, and in the just over six months since, their whole universe has changed.

Wouldn’t you do everything in your power to help your child? Knowing the raw love that comes with being a parent, doesn’t your heart hurt? Don’t you want to do everything you can–big or small–to help this family? To help little Broxton? To help other little ones suffering from this horrible disease?

The Run for Broxton is an event that will take place in Gilbert at Freestone park in just a few short weeks on Sunday, February 12, 2012. We would LOVE you to help this family with medical bills, with the cost of care and also help other little ones that have Batten Disease.

Simply CLICK HERE to sign up for the run. It would be such a show of community support if you did. The price is so reasonable–$15 for a 1 mile walk/run or $25 for a 5K.

Can’t make the race but want to donate? Simply CLICK HERE to take you to the direct donation site.

Ways You can Help Broxton:

~ Sign up for the Run for Broxton

~Donate directly to Broxton

~Share this blog post via Facebook or Email

~Leave words of encouragement to the Taylor family on this blog post

~Pray and/or send positive thoughts to the Taylor family

I urge you to help in any way you can, even if it is just to share this blog post to spread the word or to learn more, or to leave sweet words of encouragement. Thank you, thank you!!

Special Child

You weren’t like other children,

And God was well aware,

You’d need a caring family,

With love enough to share.

And so He sent you to us,

And much to our surprise,

You haven’t been a challenge,

But a blessing in disguise.

Your winning smiles and laughter,

The pleasures you impact,

Far outweigh your special needs,

And melt the coldest heart.

We’re proud that we’ve been chosen,

To help you learn and grow,

The job that you have brought us,

Is more than you can know.

A precious gift from Heaven,

A treasure from above,

A child who’s taught us many things,

But most of all – “Real Love”.

~sharon harris

xoxo,

laura

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This week’s freebie printable provides a little inspirational reminder for me, and maybe it will for you, too! Enjoy and have a fabulous week!

Want to see more {Memorable Words Monday} freebies? Check them out RIGHT HERE.

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{Frame | Fanciful Frames}

Live This Life Laura Winslow Photography 8×10 Printable

xoxo,

laura

To give and then not feel that one has given is the very best of all ways of giving. 

~Max Beerbohm

How fabulous would it be to include an inspirational saying on a tag or a sticker with each of your orders? So.lovely. I currently have heart-shaped newborn stickers with my logo and the quote,

” A new baby is like the beginning of all things–wonder, hope and a dream of possibilities.” ~eda j. leshan

on them.  I have them in pink and blue and use them with newborn session orders. I love it and would love to expand this idea!

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{image via oh hello friend}

These wedding invitations are so unique and fun, and I would love to create a similar package just for fun to give to my little kiddo clients that I photograph. How FUN would it be to give a five year old boy a little bag filled with dinos?! I love that the enclosed cards and envelopes are business card size, too! Perfect for little hands!

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{image via design love fest}

I just want to touch these letterpress business cards, don’t you? The logo, the font, the clean branding…I ADORE it!!  Make your business card amazing. It is often your first reflection of who you and your business are.

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{image via design work life}

Stamps and paper bags can be so simple yet so elegant and vintage.

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{image via her white sunrise}

Fun colors, fun little product. Do you sell products for children? Package them in a way that the parents AND the children will feel like they are opening a party in a box!

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{image via no plastic sleeves}

Wouldn’t these be so cute to gift your clients? A set of notecards made with a simple stamp and set of cards from Michaels?

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{image via amanda rae}

Want to give your clients a bottle of something fun–whether it be a cute soda can, Starbucks bottles or a bottle of wine? Use a beautiful linen napkin, twine or ribbon and voila! You have the perfect gift wrap!

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{image via tumblr}

xoxo,

laura

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Welcome to Wall Art Wednesday! Lots more lovely inspiration RIGHT HERE!

What a fun and eclectic wall display–interesting frames, mirrors to open up the space further, photographs and meaningful word art make this fabulous.

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{image via charm home design}

Modern simplicity with pops of color. Looove.

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{image via cheap chic nursery}

I love the size and square shape of these canvases, and the fact that two of them are just of faces, while the middle one is a full body shot.  Traditional and perfect.

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{image via diy network}

Who wouldn’t want to sleep and play in this colorful and clean loveliness?

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{image via kireei}

Oooh, I could SO get work done here!

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{image via little lovelies by allison}

Use a graphic paint technique to highlight one or two simple frames with photographs in black and white.

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{image via project nursery}

“A hundred hearts would be too few
To carry all my love for you.”
~author unknown

More Valentine sweetness! The {urban sweetie} minis were simply full of cuteness!!

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felt hearts | Grace, Finley and Oliver

xoxo,

laura

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Would you like to learn some tips for making your blog fabulous? Head on over to the Rock the Shot blog to read my recent guest post, including helpful links and a link to download this fun{freebie}!

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A big thanks to the lovelies at Rock the Shot for the opportunity to be a guest blogger!  The forum, community + site are awesome, check it out!

xoxo,

laura