Brightest Hour by the Submarines: a pretty lovely tune.
I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day. ~ Vincent Van Gogh

A magical evening at Salt Pond, Kauai photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest
Poetry surrounds us everywhere, but putting it on paper is, alas, not so easy as looking at it. ~ Vincent Van Gogh
The thing has already taken form in my mind before I start it. The first attempts are absolutely unbearable. I say this because I want you to know that if you see something worthwhile in what I am doing, it is not by accident but because of real direction and purpose. ~Vincent Van Gogh

MIGHTY GREEN SALAD: Freshly Harvested Kale, Shredded Green Papaya, Crushed Macadamia Nuts, and Herb Vinaigrette Dressing. The Garden Cafe at Common Ground, Kauai. *(this amazing salad was introduced to Feather & Nest by our very funny and famous blogger-friend, Kasey Buick of Kasey Buick/One Girl Talks

wrapping up some warm Aloha. Photograph by Jamie-Feather & Nest
The more I think it over, the more I feel that there is nothing more truly artistic than to love people. ~Vincent Van Gogh

Flower Painting Pink Geranium small Original fine art Oil still life on wood panel by HOomen, shop Etsy

Hand appliquéd and designed tea towels and pillows by Sheryl Bryant of Tuuli Design. (inquiries: please contact Feather & Nest)

Feather & Nest found this especially perfect….maybe our motto…discovered on our friend, Nicole Hill’s Facebook page….because stealing from her creative genius is like giving the world a present:)
Love always brings difficulties, that is true, but the good side of it is that it gives energy. ~Vincent Van Gogh

a vignette by our lovely friend and amazing blogger, Nicole Hill of Confetti Garden

a day at the beach does the soul, well. photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest (Happy Birthday, Sara!xo)
I dream my painting, and then I paint my dream. ~Vincent Van Gogh

Photographed by Stevie Thompson

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest
When I have a terrible need of — shall I say the word — religion. Then I go out and paint the stars. ~Vincent Van Gogh

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

Aerin Lauder photographed by Claiborne Swanson Frank for American Beauty, published by Assouline. via-Neiman Marcus, tumbler

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest
“…it is better to be high-spirited, even though one makes more mistakes, than to be narrow-minded and all too prudent. It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love, is well done.” ~Vincent Van Gogh

photographed by Jamie, Feather & Nest

























Jamie girl- your photography skills are rockin’ these days. I’m falling in love with Kauai via your posts.
Thank you, Robin….trying to bring in a little of our own stuff. Kristen inspired me with her beautiful salad photos! Thanks for keeping up with us, Robin! We heart you, a lot!
Van Gogh & Basquiat are my fave artists of all time, besides my sweet Jesse of course. so needless to say i’m in love with this post. you F & N girls are the sweetest in all the land. that lovely song is oh-so-very dreamy & completely perfect for this post. the surfer photo is blowing my mind!! i have to go find it NOW. and Jamie, your photos are heavenly. the “magical evening” photo leaves me breathless. thank you dearly for the mentions. i needed this today <3 oxo
ah, Nicole….you know we think the world of you…truly! xox
Awww, I love that! I love the little deers! Thanks for the link back and thanks for all the gorgeousness!
Thank you, Little Blue Deer! xox
What a great blog post. Love the beauty, inspiration, music, photography… I would love it even if you did not throw in a little Tuuli Design. Once again, very humbled to have you mention me in your, more then fab blog. Wishing you continued success. The whole world, that is people with great taste should be following your blog. Well, maybe people that do not have great taste should too, so they can see what great taste is. XOXO
Sweet, Sheryl…we love featuring your beautiful wares. You are very talented. Thank you for always checking in with us. xox
I meant to go to bed an hour ago but then I popped in to see your latest posts, and our cute kids enjoying the sunset, and then followed a few of your links, and then an hour later… I wish I was Kasey Buick and that my life was that picturesque. Once again, thanks for the inspiration.
Thinking of what an inspiration you are to so many and how your blog touches the hearts of moms everywhere and all the trials and joys that come with parenting…friending and wife-ing and loving. Thank you. xox
Wow! Just beautiful!
Thank you, Tiffany!!! xo