Cupcakes and Cashmere

Five Things

January 27th, 2012

{Hyacinths that make our gray walls look purple in the morning light}

This was a good week. It was productive and fulfilling and made way for evenings that were quiet and still. The days were unseasonably warm, even for L.A., so we took full advantage by eating outdoors, and going for walks before the sun went down. This weekend will be spent doing quite a bit of work, but since the weather is supposed to stay nice, I’ll hopefully be able to do some of it in the backyard. Here are a few of the things that made me happy this week.

{An adorable gift: a notepad that I plan on keeping with me at all times}

{Vintage inspiration – mustard yellow dress + a jeweled brooch}



{Heart paperclips that make office organization fun}

{Favorite dessert in L.A. – Gjelina’s Butterscotch pot de crème}

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  • http://www.champagnereveries.blogspot.com LMF

    I want that pot de creme! We have great place in San Francisco that does a half and half pot de creme with Caramel and Chocolate. Townhall, when you’re up this way next. Love it! Happy Friday!

  • http://welcometothelaundromat.blogspot.com/ Christina

    I love how you embrace each Holiday – from small decor to food : )

  • http://inwhichwestartanew.blogspot.com Joanne

    The flowers are gorgeous… makes me want to run right out and find some!

  • http://giraffelegs.com Nicole @ Giraffelegs

    Aw love the heart paperclips, even though Valentine’s Day isn’t my favorite holiday, I do love the decorations and color scheme.

  • http://www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com Eva
  • Ericka

    that notepad is so cute! where is it from?

  • http://Thefashionhive.com Frances

    Love the notepad!!

    http://thefashionhive.com

  • Gildete Lima

    Such a lovely post!! I particularly adored the purple flowers!

  • http://herumbrella.com grace

    ooo I just love cute office accessories!

    grace
    http://herumbrella.com

  • http://www.trashbagblack@blogspot.com Sophia

    Love that little neo pad!! so sweet and that dessert looks so amazing. xx

    best,

    sophia

  • http://bethsblueroom.blogspot.com/ Beth C

    That dessert looks so good. I might have to head over there when I’m in LA.

  • http://dreamingenfrancais.blogspot.com/ Tal

    The flowers are SO pretty and that dessert looks amazing. I might have to stop by Gjelina someday! xo

    http://dreamingenfrancais.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.yourstrulytam.com Tam

    I wait for hours to be seated at Gjelina just to have their butterscotch dessert..YUM!

    http://www.yourstrulytam.com

  • http://fiveminutestyle.blogspot.com/ Stacey

    That little notebook is too cute!!

    xoxo
    Stacey

    http://fiveminutestyle.blogspot.com/

  • http://fashionfoodfeminism.wordpress.com fashionfoodfeminism

    I love the vintage dress! The bright color of the notebook means hopefully it won’t get lost inside a purse. And I now must find a recipe for that dessert.

  • http://www.eugeniawoods.com Rachel

    Love those pictures! Your blog is my favorite. :)

  • http://www.shellzdoll.com/ SD

    i love this post! the desert looks yum! Wannna see what my January faves are … Check out:

    http://www.shellzdoll.com/2012/01/27/5573/

  • http://www.honeywhatscooking.com honeywhatscooking

    That dessert looks amazing and the heart paper clips are too cute.

    http://www.honeywhatscooking.com/

  • http://awkwardlengths.com Alex

    ah, that little notebook!

  • http://www.mrs-ca.blogspot.com Ester
  • http://www.gamedaystylist.com Sara @ Gameday Stylist

    Love the heart paper clips!

    - Sara @ Gameday Stylist

  • http://champagnecocktailscashmeredreams.blogspot.com Champagnecocktails

    Love Smythson of Bond Street Journals! My mom got me the ivory wedding planner and photo album when I got engaged and I adore them! Love the color of your hyacinths!!

    Love the tortise shell specs! I need to pick myself up a pair ASAP! Great sunnies as well-I am still loving the cat eye!

    http://champagnecocktailscashmeredreams.blogspot.com

  • http://www.justagirlandherlittledog.blogspot.com Kristen

    love the little pink notebook. Mustard is having a moment, still trying to decide if I’m going to join in.

  • http://www.simplyfabulousness.com Rebeccah

    Love that pink little notebook and the dessert looks amazing! Yummy! Happy Friday y’all!

    http://www.simplyfabulousness.com

  • http://www.paperdolltheory.com kat @ paper doll theory

    love the paper clips, getting us into the valentine’s day spirit! also those flowers are so richly colored and amazing

    love kat
    http://www.paperdolltheory.com

  • http://www.thestarrpower.wordpress.com thestarrpower

    You always know the best places in LA to go, definitely helping me add to my list when I make the coastal switch this summer

    http://www.thestarrpower.wordpress.com

  • http://livingchicaffordably.blogspot.com/ Hannah

    I love that little notebook! Any idea where it’s from? I also love your blog-such a sweet inspiration :-)

  • http://www.honeyandsting.com Natalie

    hyacinth is such a beautiful flower… love the purple and gray’s in this photo!

    http://www.honeyandsting.com

  • http://www.theblossomshed.blogspot.com The Blossom Shed

    Oh those hyacinths just made my day – they’re my favorite scent, what a gorgeous big bunch of them!

    The Blossom Shed

  • Lauren

    So cool!! Check out http://www.dukefashion.org/blog for more ideas

  • http://littlemissshoeshine.blogspot.com/ Little Miss Shoeshine

    gorgeous flowers. hyacinths are so pretty.xx
    María

    http://littlemissshoeshine.blogspot.com

  • http://www.hemenwaystreet.com Sarah Morgan @ Hemenway Street

    This is wonderful! I love that bright ideas notebook. So sweet!

    Have a great weekend!

    http://www.hemenwaystreet.com

  • http://www.sarahelizabethnz.com SarahElizabeth

    Ah love the notebook essential. I have two moleskin notebooks I keep in my bag at all times!

  • http://hautestandards.blogspot.com B.Weber

    Those heart clips are adorable. and I love the mustard dress.

    HauteStandards

  • http://www.callme-jo.blogspot.com Joana Caldeira

    I would love to try that dessert! And to go to LA :)

    http://callme-jo.blogspot.com/

  • http://cleanlivingidirtyworld.blogspot.com/ Christine LeClair @ CleanLiving / DirtyWorld

    I adore the mustard colour and brooch! Thanks for sharing :)

  • http://materialfixations.blogspot.com/ Material Fixations

    My mouth just watered at that Butterscotch pot de crème.
    love the picture of your purple looking walls!

  • http://www.recipeobsessed.com/ RecipeObsessed

    I’ll take two of the last. Thanks!

  • http://this-is-what-i-enjoy.blogspot.com/ Jackie

    I adore those paper clips!

  • http://www.MyHauteCloset.com MyHauteCloset

    Love the hyacinths Emily. I can’t live without my square vase, makes for such versatile arrangements. I def need a notepad that’s portable. Can’t tell you how many times I had a “brilliant” post idea only to completely forget about it later. #fail lol.

    http://www.myhautecloset.com

  • http://themodernette.blogspot.com Aly D

    those paperclips are adorable! definitely a great way to spice things up with your office supplies!

    http://themodernette.blogspot.com

  • http://www.Valentinadesigns.wordpress.com Valentina

    I give away those little note books to my clients to keep it in the purse or in the car for quick notes. Small thoughts go a long way.
    Valentina

  • http://monbebesinge.blogspot.com Colleen

    I love those paperclips! I need to find them – so cute. I love your little 5 things post, you always have the most interesting things.

    http://monbebesinge.blogspot.com

  • http://thisisess.blogspot.com/ Sharon

    Love your nail polish in the second picture!
    xoxo
    http://thisisess.blogspot.com/

  • Jessica

    Love your blog. It was almost the second blog I have read and thought about…and it inspires me to do the same. Adore the five things!! I am on the hunt for heart shaped paper clips the next time I’m at staples.

  • http://www.pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com Michelle Lee

    lovely things!

    new post: DIY Sunglasses
    http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com

  • http://www.misspandamonium.com Alessandra Nido
  • http://avecsofie.indiedays.com/ Sofié

    I just love these “five things posts” .

    http://avecsofie.indiedays.com/

  • http://www.thepursesnatcher.net Sarah

    The last one looks delicious!

    http://www.thepursesnatcher.net

  • http://girlinthepoodleshoes.blogspot.com/ Casey Lynn

    Hi Emily,
    I just got all caught up on your blog, I had been MIA for a little while… I always love your “Five Things” posts :)

    Best,
    Casey
    Girl in the Poodle Shoes