Connecticut Home Office Finds.

We have rounded up some office must haves for you go-getting Nutmeggers! Shop local with these Connecticut items to keep your daily grind that much more stylish.

Do what you love - our mantra! Hang this up to remind yourself everyday. Grab this print from Patty Murphy Boutique.

What better way to write down your to-do lists than with these lovely arrow embellished pencils from Letter C Design.

Need some excitement on your walls? Try a pattern stencil from Stencilease.

Marketing and branding is a beautifully styled breeze when working with Easton Place Designs.

However you caffeinate, do it in style with a Glitter & Bold mug.

 Stay organized and stylish with a city map notebook from Hartford Prints!

Give yourself a beautiful New England view with these beauties from Hockman Photography. 

All day every day! Pure Joy Paperie offers this hustling print.

Keep your inbox organized and rustic with an Unpolished Barn rack. 

 Know what day it is? Of course you do with a Queenvanna Creations calendar.

Written by Alonda Baird-Juhasz, owner of Designer Dwellings, who believes in adding color to life. An avid DIYer, sparkle-loving, all things fabulous addict, her shop features bright and fun home decor accessories and gifts. When not in the shop you can find her interior decorating or visual styling events and photo shoots.

Friday Finds: Is It Spring Yet?

If you're like me (or pretty much all the people who live here in New England) you are probably at the point where you're ready to see the snow melt and for spring to start springing.  I am ready to see my grass and for the trees to start popping.  Since we are stuck with these frigid temperatures and giant snowbanks for at least a while longer, I thought we'd take a look through the Collective's roster of awesome goods and pick out a few things to get us even more ready for spring:

Treefort Naturals

Wildflower soap!  I know from experience that Treefort Naturals soap smells amazing, so I am loving the fact that this is crafted with dried wildflowers, plus it looks super pretty, too.

Doug Hockman Photography

Keep spring in season all year round with this bright field of flowers print from Doug Hockman Photography.

Laura's Paper Creations

Spring means Easter's coming!  Laura's Paper Creations has plenty of cards to get you through the season.

Cottage Wicks

A rose garden for your home.  Cottage Wicks's soy candles burn cleanly and make your house smell amazing.

and Morgan

Who's ready for iced coffee??

tiny mack

Even though it will hopefully be getting warmer soon, you'll still need to keep your little's head covered for awhile.  May I suggest one of these fun and bright ones from tiny mack?

To see even more, check out our other member shops.  Think spring!

Written by Kristen of Milo and Molly.  Kristen runs her business while staying at home with her two small children. Fueled by an endless supply of tea, she sews late into the night when the house is quiet, most often accompanied by her faithful poodle, Casey.