Author: Gina @ Oaxacaborn

Gina Munsey is a Mexico-born, Eastern Europe-raised missionary kid who ended up being a Californian by way of Florida outside of Nashville, Tennessee. She lives her days full of coffee and adventures while her 12-year-old learns Mandarin Chinese and Greek, her 3-year-old uses all the markers, and her artist-husband creates worlds from pixels and light. A blogger since the turn of the century (ouch!) she's an editor, co-op teacher, and writer who has only completed four chapters of her languishing manuscript. You can find Gina right here at oaxacaborn.com, or in the middle of [home]school surrounded by stacks and stacks of books.
Life in Photos

What I Wore

Gina @ Oaxacaborn

It’s been way too long since I’ve done a What I Wore post! (Where did the summer go?!)

Not that I’m complaining — the end of August is shaping up beautifully. Aveline is napping after loudly fighting sleep, and the sunshine of the morning has faded into cozy dark grey clouds. Josiah’s working on art next to me, and we’re both listening to Coldplay’s lesser-known Prospekt March EP. Pretty perfect if you ask me!

What are you up to today?

What I Wore August 26 - Oaxacaborn

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  1. Bamboo & amber necklace from a Mexican bazaar in Hollywood, California
  2. Technically, a vintage belt. (Although, it’s the same age I am, and I’m decidedly not vintage)
  3. Wooden bracelet from Paraguay
  4. Dickies tank
  5. Old Navy shorts
Poetry & Words

Exhausted but Thankful

Gina @ Oaxacaborn

Aveline during breakfast

I’ve been exhausted this past week. I feel so worn-out, but I suppose know it’s my own fault. (Mom, don’t read this next part). I’ve not been diligent about taking my Floravital Iron, and as a result I’m feeling especially anemic. Bleah. You’d think I’d have learned my lesson by now, but noooo.

But, this morning, I’m thankful for so many things.

I’m thankful Hurricane Irene has shifted away from Florida.

I’m thankful the weekend is just around the corner (we have big plans to watch movies and lounge on the couch).

I’m thankful for the sales I’ve had on Facebook and through Etsy.

I’m thankful for coffee, this news that coffee prices are dropping, and a husband who makes me a strong cuppa every morning before he leaves for work.

And of course, I’m thankful for my wonderful little sweet pea.

I could go on and on — what are you thankful for this morning?

Mustard and Taupe Striped Crochet Hat via Oaxacaborn on Etsy

Monday's Pretty Things

MONDAY’S PRETTY THINGS

Gina @ Oaxacaborn

Happy Monday! Today marks the launch of a brand-new weekly series here on Oaxacaborn: Monday’s Pretty Things! Hope you enjoy this little dose of loveliness.

Aqua Orange Baby Shower via Lovely Little DetailsOrange and Aqua Baby Shower via Lovely Little Details 

I saw the above photo on Pinterest, and then went over to Lovely Little Details to see more. Oh my goodness! What a stunning party. You must view the other stunning baby shower images. I’ve never seen anything like it!

whimsical fabric, plush creatures made from fabric scrapsFabric Creatures via Rain & Shine // Umbrella Prints

These whimsical creatures caught my eye. Aren’t they fun? Umbrella Prints hosted a contest to see what people would make from fabric trimmings. I loved these little animals; check out the other beautiful projects fashioned from fabric scraps.

Luxury Tribal Ethnic Tote Bag made from Vintage Hmong Baby Carrier Fabric via LuxuryLannaCrafts on Etsy

Tribal Ethnic Tote Bag via Luxury Lanna Crafts

I really like Hmong textiles. (Did you see the adorable Hmong baby outfit I posted a while ago?) This pretty bag was sewn from a vintage Hmong baby carrier. There are so many more amazing Hmong textile bags in this Etsy shop — go look! I wanted to post them all.

thailand textile bag and skirt via kinderkamer on bloesem kids Thai Embroidery Bag via KinderKamer on Bloesem Kids

I saw this Thai embroidered bag on Bloesem Kids. It’s a photo from one of the many gorgeous nurseries/kids’ rooms styled by Dutch interior designer KinderKamer. I love her portfolio — she has so many good ideas!

woman in white dress holding armful of lavender via FuoriBorgo on flickrWoman with Lavender via Fuori Burgo

One thing I really miss about California is the lavender growing everywhere. There are few aromas more beautiful than the smell of fresh lavender, hot under the valley sun. Isn’t this picture from Fuori Borgo just gorgeous?

vintage-boathouse-wedding on ruffled blog - lavender bouquets wrapped in burlapLavender Bouquets from Seattle Boathouse Wedding on Ruffled

And finally, from Ruffled, these lavender bouquets are some of the loveliest wedding bouquets I’ve seen! I think the burlap and twine pairs absolutely perfectly with the lavender.

Stay tuned next week for more of Monday’s Pretty Things!

Cloth Diapers

Welcome, readers from The Budget Mommy!

Gina @ Oaxacaborn

If you’re stopping over from my Cloth Diapering on a Budget: How to Buy Used Cloth Diapers guest post over at The Budget Mommy, welcome! Aveline is super happy to see you. :-)

Be sure to check out all my cloth diapering posts:

smiling seven month old baby girl - Aveline on Oaxacaborn

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Handmade

Launch of Oaxacaborn Etsy Shop – Whimsical Creature-Adorned Hats and Boho Headbands

Gina @ Oaxacaborn

I launched my new Etsy store this morning! I’m super excited to offer headbands and hats — and yup, there’s even something for the boys. I’ll be listing more boy’s owl hats soon in addition to what’s currently in the shop.

Oaxacaborn on Etsy - Whimsical Creature Hats for Babies and Toddlers, and Boho Feather, Fabric and Felt Headbands

Oaxacaborn on Etsy - Whimsical Creature Hats for Babies and Toddlers, and Boho Feather, Fabric and Felt Headbands

A huge thank you to everyone who’s been tweeting about the shop launch today — the headbands in the photo above have already sold!