Spring is busting out all ovahhhhh!

I love April in Los Angeles. The skies are soft and gray in the morning, keeping the air cool. By mid-afternoon, the sun shines brightly. The nights cool down again and bring moisture to the air. It's fantastic. It is the kind of weather that encourages growth!

I was recently invited to speak at an event in Santa Monica for a group of female rabbi's. I was there as an improv coach who encouraged them to say "yes" more and to laugh, all in the name of office dynamics. They were intrigued with this theory. As an improviser, this is what we live by. It was nothing new for me.

But what was new for me was being around people of such open and unappologetic faith. Often, being in the world of comedy, I don't meet many non-cynics, especially when it comes to religion and after-life. One of the rabbi's, a woman named Sarah, asked the group, "When your life ends, what kind of questions do you want to be asked, and what do you wish your answers to be?" It really got me thinking.

I want to live with purpose.

I want to recognize my gifts and talents and leave a mark on the world.

And I want to recognize and appreciate the beauty around me.

So in honor of Spring, gratitude, and growth, I give you this:

I saw this purple patch of magic, beating the odds, busting through the concrete floors of Hollywood's hard streets, and growing up out of the earth. It reminds me that beauty and growth and purpose can not be squelched... not even in the most cynical city in the world.

Happy Spring.

Pupcakes & Catcakes!

My wonderful friend is doing a fundraiser tonight to help animals in need. It's a charity called Blankets of Love. There will be a comedy show followed by a reception. All proceeds go to help provide supplies and blankets to animal shelters in Los Angeles. She asked me if I would be willing to donate some cupcakes. Would I???? Heck yeah! So I made some themed cupcakes to help out our furry little friends.

Chocolate and Coconut kitties and hounds.

Who let the dogs out? (yup I made that reference).

These adorable snacks make you wanna paws.

did i ever show you this?

Greetings. I know this hasn't been so "weekly", but I am BACK! And i wanted to show you a video I wrote/ shot/ voiced and used in a live holiday show I did back in December. Enjoy!

Hello Love.

Two things have recently come to my attention. They are both awesome for very different reasons. First, I was sitting at a red light this morning and I looked over into the window of a car dealership and saw this. A Hello Kitty Smart car!

Second... Copy and paste this address below, sit down, andlisten. It's really wonderful. Have a great week!

http://love.lettinggo.tv/marci/

A little help from my friend.

My talented and amazing friend, Layla, designed these for me. I am so honored. She is a graphic artist who creates and sells beautiful cards, prints, jewelry, and more on Etsy. Go to her Etsy shop to completely fall in love with her art! Her brand is called Dollface Design. Click here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/dollfacedesign

She made these tags to encourage me to start selling my work. I am making aprons, softies, and quilts. And now I have no excuse!!! I will premiere them on here soon.

And these two prints I will frame and hang in my sewing room/ office. They are my adorable inspiration! I am so lucky to have such a great friend.

Anthropologie premiered a new website featuring wedding attire today. It is called Beholden or Bhldn. Take a look and prepare to dream.

These are amazing bridal party dresses. The details and feel of them are so romantic.

Here are some boleroes that make my heart beat race. They are both so delicate and feminine. I am in love!

And here comes the Bride...

This first one looks like an angel's kiss. Any bride could float through the her magical night looking soft, simple, and dream-like.

This one above is my fave. It is retro and modern at the same time. I love the bold and colorful shoes, the flowery details on the skirt, and a peeking-out petticoat. It is a creamy desert.

And finally this amazingly vintage sass-afrass above! When you see this bride, you know you are in for an evening of excitement and fun. I can hear the band playing a charleston right now.

Want to fall in love even more? I dare you to click below:

http://www.bhldn.com/index.cfm

Hey, Sugar. It's Valentines.

Sometimes when you go through the cupboards, you can find all the ingredients you need to make a special treat. If your cupboards are like mine, they are full of colored sugars and star-shaped cookie cutters. Yum!