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Perfect Pretties {01}: Taupe and Salmon

March 13, 2013

 

Oh, I had such a rough couple of weeks! My daughter was fighting off the effects of her vaccine with some rashes and a higher-than-normal fever, when somehow the evil cough virus slipped in unnoticed. She was having coughing fits day in, day out and we all suffered from sleepless nights. It was so upsetting, seeing her in distress. My husband and I were worried sick for she wouldn’t drink or eat anything at all.

On the bright side, she’s much better today and I’m positive that she is now on the road to recovery. She’s still coughing a bit but the fever is gone and her appetite is slowly returning. Whew! So what do I have for you today?

I was very much anxious the past few days and what brought me some cheer was looking at pretty things. The word pretty can be rather subjective I suppose, but what I have rounded up here can be considered ‘universal pretty’. I love the mix of salmon pink and taupe so I scoured the world wide web to collect lovely things that will reflect this color palette. Here’s the Happy Hands Project’s very first ‘Perfect Pretties’ roundup. I hope these beauties will brighten up your day.

Perfect Pretties {01}: Taupe and Salmon Pink via The Happy Hands Project

1. Calligraphy by Plurabelle Studio :: 2. Salmon Pink and White Lace Dress by BabyTweeds :: 3. Crochet Dish Cloths by  Peanuts Creations :: 4. Calligraphy Photoshop Brush Set by Besotted Brand :: 5. Love Is A Game Print by Mandy Lynne Design

I created a Board on Pinterest specifically for this roundup, so if you want more eye candy, feel free to follow the board here. Spread the love, everyone!

in happy things # freebies, hand lettering, photoshop, pink, roundup, taupe

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  1. Tristan B. says

    August 9, 2013 at 5:51 am

    I hope your daughter is a 100% now! Thank you for the mention, this color combo is one of my faves!

    Reply
    • Pauline says

      August 9, 2013 at 6:44 pm

      Thanks for dropping by, Tristan! I’m always on looking out for your calligraphy posts at the Besotted Blog. 🙂

      Reply

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