Sweet Thing

HAPPY WEEKEND

2013-05-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

Happy weekend my dears! I am going to a 90's dance party tonight, which if nothing else, should be interesting. Other than that I've got mucho photo editing to catch up on, but I also plan on making a little time to visit the farmer's market and see friends. What are your plans?

THE SEASON

2013-05-16T00:00:00.001-07:00

Peony season has arrived. Get ready for your instagram feeds to be filled with these perfect flowers. I'll be forcing myself on a daily basis not to post them in every state of bloom. But let me tell you, it's going to be hard.

DAY // NIGHT

2013-05-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

DAY// dress // hat // cuff // sandals
NIGHT// dress // necklace // clutch // heels

DESIGN SPONGE // EXTRAS

2013-05-14T00:00:00.001-07:00

Since there were so many extra photos that didn't make it into yesterday's Design*Sponge house tour, I thought I would share them here. Many of them are similar pictures, just from different angles or closeup vignettes. I hope you enjoy this extra little peak!

DESIGN SPONGE // SNEAK PEAK

2013-05-13T13:33:00.002-07:00

Today a sneak peak of my sweet little craftsman house is on Design*Sponge. Design*Sponge was one of the first blogs I read and loved, so I am thrilled to get to share my space on there. I truly adore this house and still feel excited every morning I get to wake up here. I hope you'll fall in love with it, as I have.

*Make sure to come back tomorrow because I'll be sharing photos that didn't make it in the sneak peak.

{thanks to kimberly genevieve for snapping that photo of me!}

SWEET. SWEETER. SWEETEST.

2013-05-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

Sweet. Zimmermann Rising Feather Shorts
Sweeter. Zimmermann Rising Feather Pants
Sweetest. Zimmermann Rising Feather Dress

How was your Mother's Day weekend my dears? Mine was absolutely lovely. For the first time in a while I took Saturday off and just enjoyed myself. It was one of those impromptu days with friends that turned in to an evening that turned into a night. A very late night, filled with laughter and delicious food. It was exactly what I needed. I didn't get to see my momma, but I'm hoping I get to in the next week. What about you, how did you celebrate?

LATELY

2013-05-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

These last few weeks have been all about work work work. I haven't had time for much else. Sometimes forgetting to eat. I've been going at a pace that I know I can't sustain. And while I know something has to give, I feel so incredibly grateful for each and every opportunity that has come my way. I think many of you who work from home can relate, that sometimes days can go by with little to zero human interaction other than through twitter or instagram. For that reason I've been forcing myself to take breaks, even if it's just leaving the house to grab a cup of coffee or have dinner with friends. I keep telling myself it wont always be like this. But than I wonder if that's true.

Wishing you all a happy Mother's Day weekend! Here is a little look at my life of late and a few of the sweet things making me smile...

*follow me on instagram @sweetthingblog

WARM WEATHER TOPS

2013-05-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

one. linen tee

two. square neck top

three. crochet top

four. charlie tee

five. solange top

six. scenic view top

seven. square tee

eight. sleeveless chambray shirt

Summer is right around the corner, at least here in LA. I'm finding myself lacking and very much in need of some casual tops suitable for warm weather. I think It's always more fun buying a fancy top, but they rarely get as much ware. At least in my closet.

SWEET SOUND // 18

2013-05-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

1. Phoenix // Chloroform
2. Caveman // Over My Head
3. Yeah Yeah Yeahs // Wedding Song
4. On An On // Ghosts
5. Chromatics // Kill For Love
6. Porcelain Raft // Shapeless and Gone
7. MGMT // Alien Days
8. Nightlands // So Far So Long
9. Vampire Weekend // Ya Hey
10. Girls // Honey Bunny

{listen on spotify or 8tracks}

I know it seems like I just posted a mix, but I already have another one for you. Since I've been spending so much time editing photos these days, I end up listening to a lot of music. It's the only way I can make it through weeks of photoshoping and manage to stay sane. Unlike the last mix, this one really vibes. All the songs flow nicely in a very calming way.

*One quick note- two of the songs on this mix are brand new, so new in fact that they aren't on Spotify yet. They won't play on Spotify unless you own these tracks and they're in your iTunes library. They are both really good songs and that's why, for now I suggest listening on 8tracks, as all of the tracks are there.

SNAPSHOTS FROM OJAI

2013-05-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

I am so sorry I've not being able to update Sweet Thing much these days. If you're wondering why, it's really that I've gotten so busy with shoots that I just can't keep up. I have not taken a day off in over three weeks and trust me, I'm overwhelmed and exhausted. More on that another time, but I promise I'll be posting more often soon.

A few weeks ago I spent a few days in my hometown of Ojai, shooting stills for my friend, Charlie McDowell's film. This time of year is pure magic in Ojai, as all of the orange blossoms and flowers are in full bloom. It didn't hurt that we were filming on one of my most favorite properties in all of Ojai- belonging to his family. Sometimes I just can't believe how beautiful it is. I feel so very lucky to have grown up in a place such as this.

BOY. BY BAND OF OUTSIDERS

2013-04-29T00:00:00.000-07:00

I look forward to the Band of Outsiders Polaroid campaigns by Scott Sternberg, because not only am I a fan of their clothes, but the photographs are always whimsical and slightly silly. Actress Greta Gerwig is the lovely model this Spring, photographed at a paintball park of all places.

SAYIN HEY

2013-04-22T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey! Just poppin in to say hi and let you know I haven't forgotten you. I've been shooting like crazy this past week. All fun and creative jobs I feel lucky to be apart of. I even started photographing my own house, which I am very excited to share. I've lived here for just over two months now and even though I'm pretty sure it's in my nature to never feel like my house is "done," I decided it's time.

Later this week I'm headed up to Ojai to be set photographer for a friend's film. I'm so looking forward to spending some time with my family, mixing up my usual genre of photography and of course the intoxicating smell of orange blossoms that takes over Ojai this time of year. I'm sure I'll be instagramming my travels as always.

How was your weekend my dears?

SWEET SOUND // 17

2013-04-17T00:00:00.001-07:00

1. Tame Impalla // Elephant
2. Wild Belle // Shine
3. Adam Green & Binki Shapiro // Casanova
4. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. // If You Didin't See Me
5. Haim // Don't Save Me
6. Caveman // In The City
7. Phoenix // Entertainment
8. Jessie Ware // Wildest Moments
9. Willy Mason // Talk Me Down
10. Rhye // The Fall
11. M83 // Oblivion
12. Yeah Yeah Yeahs // Under The Earth

{Listen on Spotify or 8tracks}

These are all songs that have been on repeat. I'm not sure that they all flow perfectly, but instead of waiting to put together the perfect mix, I decided just to share them with you. And hey, I did my best. Maybe it flows better than I think. Please Enjoy!

photo via

SWEET. SWEETER. SWEETEST.

2013-04-16T00:00:00.001-07:00

Sweet. Bomber Jacket & Skinny Trousers
Sweeter. Double Breasted Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser
Sweetest. Chambray Blazer & Trousers

LATELY

2013-04-12T00:00:00.000-07:00

The last few weeks have been like a blur. A good blur, if that's possible. As crazy as things have been, I feel like I'll always remember this time as some of the greatest of my life. Something has come over me recently. This feeling that I am exactly where I am supposed to be. That the universe is working overtime to turn what could have been the worst year, into the best. I have had so many reasons to smile lately. Even though I feel so overwhelmed with work sometimes, I ultimately spend my days doing exactly what it is I love to do most, take photographs. I even have a new business venture in the works, which is getting me very excited. I have a {growing} group of friends who are smart, supportive and inspiring. I live in the sweetest little house, in a city I adore. Of course there are things I could say are missing in my life, but I know I must be patient. Five months ago my life was turned upside down. And I must say, I'm quite happy with where it's landed. Here is a little look at my life of late and a few of the sweet things making me smile...

BEHIND THE BLOG // STYLE ME PRETTY LIVING

2013-04-10T00:00:00.002-07:00

A few weeks ago I was photographed {on film} by the insanely talented Bryce Covey for Style Me Pretty Living's Behind the Blog feature. As a photographer it can be difficult to give up control and let someone photograph you, but after looking through Bryce's gorgeous portfolio, I knew I'd be in good hands. I never get to be photographed in action, or with my cameras, so it was quite a treat for me and I will cherish these photos always. SMP Living launched a few months ago and It is packed with beautiful house tours, party ideas and even fashion roundups. Of course my favorite feature is Behind the Blog and I am thrilled to be part of it. I hope you'll check out my interview as well as many more photos from our shoot.

{photos by bryce covey for smp living}

BLOGOVERSARY

2013-04-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

I can hardly believe it, but over the weekend Sweet Thing turned three. This blog has completely changed my life in ways I never could have dreamed and it would be nothing without all of you darling readers. I can't thank you enough for coming back here day after day. Here's to many more years. Now I'm going to eat my mini cake. Cheers!

{photo by me}

SWEET. SWEETER. SWEETEST.

2013-04-08T00:00:00.002-07:00

Sweet. Steven Alan Lewis
Sweeter. Steven Alan Dayer
Sweetest. Steven Alan Francis

Honestly I don't think one is "sweeter" than another. Steven Alan just came out with their first optical collection and I think they're all pretty sweet. Each frame comes is a variety of awesome colors too.

HAPPY WEEKEND

2013-04-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Happy weekend my dears! I am teaching a photography breakout session at the Lucky Fabb conference today with Kimberly Genevieve. Here's an instagram that Kim took of me at the conference. If you're attending, I hope you'll come say hi!

NEW WORK // AMANDA DAWBARN

2013-04-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite shoots of late went up on Glitter Guide last week, of Amanda Dawbarn from 100 Layer Cake. If you've yet to see it, make sure to check out Glitter Guide for the interview with Amanda and more photos of her and her gorgeous home.

THE HOMEGROWN COLLECTIVE

2013-04-02T00:00:00.001-07:00

A friend of mine recently told me about The Homegrown Collective, which is a subscription service that delivers a themed "green box" to your door every month. Each box is seasonal and promotes a self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle. I do my best to support a more eco-conscious way of life {I am from Ojai after all} and I thought I would share it with you. Such a cool idea right? I recently received the aptly named "How Sweet It Is" box which was filled with local honey, bee pollen, rose hips, organic essential oils and all the tools and instructions to make your own lip balm, salves and elixirs. I think this subscription would make such a nice gift, whether it be for yourself or a friend. Check out their website for more information and a peak at past boxes.

WANTED // PATTERN

2013-04-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

one. 3.1 phillip lim silk top
two. suno shirtdress
three. steven alan celeste jacket
four. girl. by band of outsiders shorts
five. grape bikini
six. club monaco cameron shirt
seven. travel umbrella
eight. sidewalk skimmer

I tend to be a neutrals kind of gal, with a little bit of stripes and polka dots thrown in. But this spring I find myself being drawn to a lot of prints. What about you, is this a look you'd try, or do you like to stick to the basics?

LATELY

2013-03-29T00:00:00.000-07:00

Thank goodness the weekend is here. Not that the weekend really has any meaning as a freelancer, but I do plan on attempting to catch up on pretty much everything. I apologize for the the radio silence over here lately. I've been juggling lots of work {can't complain} and putting the finishing touches on my breakout session for Lucky FABB. I'm starting to get to that point where I just can't do it all. An intern of some sort is feeling inevitable, which is exciting but also terrifies me. I know my fears as a freelance artist are quite common. I'm sure many of you struggle with the business side of your careers. When do you finally give in, release a little control and say I just can't do this alone? I'm about to start reading Lean In for my book group and feel like it couldn't come at a better time. In the mean time, here is a little look at my life of late and a few of the sweet things making me smile...

SWEET. SWEETER. SWEETEST.

2013-03-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

Sweet. West Elm Striped Napkin Set
Sweeter. West Elm Mosaic Tile Coffee Table
Sweetest. West Elm Crosby Armchair

Well, I had such a fun time in Santa Barbara for my friend's bachelorette. Getting out of LA for even one night was such a treat. On my way out of town I stopped at SQIRL with G&B to grab a coffee for the road, and lucky me I ran in to the lovely Anne Sage. She snapped a few photos of my latte and my favorite new shoes- check it out over on her blog.

HAPPY WEEKEND

2013-03-22T00:00:00.000-07:00

This week has been crazy to say the least. Practically every minute of every day has been scheduled, both night and day and it's going to continue through the weekend. Luckily It's all fun stuff- like photo shoots, art openings, concerts and even a wine tasting bachelorette party in Santa Barbara. But, come monday I'm sure I'll be ready to sleep for a hundred years. Isn't it funny how everything seems to happen all at once in life? It's rarely perfectly spaced out, whether it's work or social. What about you- what have you got planned for this fine spring weekend?