DIY | Gift wrapping

People have called me weird because of this, 

but I absolutely love wrapping presents. 

I actually spent hours wrapping and re-wrapping presents this past Christmas.

I realize some (most) people don't really appreciate the wrapping,

as it's the thing inside that's got them all excited,

but I love giving people presents that are creatively wrapped.

Even if it's taken me several tries to get the wrapping just right, 

and they tear it open in mere seconds,

it's still fulfilling to me.

I think the thing that fascinates me is how simple it is to make it beautiful.

You don't need to add all sorts of frills and decorations,

just a little creative thought.

Brown paper, mason string from hubby's toolbox, and a stamp.

The beauty is in the simplicity.

- Lea Binta

Party | Mail Call

I know I've been slacking a bit on the blog, 

but hey, it's vacation - 

I'm sure you have better things to do than to read my ramblings.

I promise to step it up a notch, though.

Tomorrow. 

Or the day after.

Anyhow, I got mail today, and if there's something I love

it's getting mail.

Especially if it's something I've been waiting for.

I ordered straws for my parents 25th wedding anniversary,

and they finally arrived,

and I CANNOT wait to use them at the party!

- Lea Binta

Birthday party | Easy hair-do

Yesterday we spent the day celebrating my cousin's birthday. There was great food, good company, and no less than 5 different types of cake for dessert! 

Her creative mom had decorated the table in such a cute and simple way:

Doing my hair in a bun, messy or neat, is something I do almost every day, so I thought I needed to spice it up a bit for the birthday party. 

I did an upside-down french braid, and did a neat bun on top. I actually thought it turned out pretty sweet.

What's your favourite hairstyle?

/Lea Binta