random laughs, just because.

Smart letterpress by Sapling Press via so many blogs!

Murder Mystery by Aled Lewis via design crush, i think.

i bumped into this silly llama font on A cup of Jo a few weeks back and couldn't stop giggling. these are very acrobatic little llama's and so much fun, hope they make you smile!

"Prayer for a daughter" by Tina Fey via my hubby

and a funny video of 
Louis C.K on Conan O' Brien, sent to me by my brother.

Modern Island retreat

maybe it's the small signs of summer or just wishing we had a retreat to lounge the days away, whatever the reason i keep finding myself browsing at cabins/summer retreats. here's a thoughtfully designed low-impact summer retreat designed by NW based Heliotrope via daily icon.

Yasuhiro Sakurai

these amazingly life like beauties are carved out of cypress wood by Tokyo based sculptor Yasuhiro Sakurai. i bet they are even more breath taking in person. oh, please come to the SAM  Yasuhiro i've got to see these ladies in person!
via colossal

ordinary objects with extraordinary design

why not have the objects you use everyday look beautiful and fit with your personal style. here are a few things that caught my eye. the bike beer holder is fantastic but be sure to drink & ride responsibly ; )

6 pack holder via walnut studio

S & P mill via teal & gold

WA. state cutting board via A. Heirloom(other states too)

ipad docking log via woodtec

paper pot maker via here

dipped utensils via ladies & gentlemen

DIY day!

Martha S. dip-dyed baskets   via smart alec

rustic wood coat rack via emmas designblogg

feather head dress via earth-age

color block moccasins via honestly WTF

Humlegarden apartment

Tham & Videgard Arkitekter give this once high-class turn of the century apartment a modern renovation that reflects the changing of the seasons. i think as a whole it would be a bit overwhelming for me but on a smaller scale i would really love it, the green floor climbing into the natural stained floor (above) and the pink room are my favorites.
photos via here.