Weekly links

As stunning as this strolling spider may be, I can assure you that I won't be attempting this beautiful handcrafted whimsical goody at WhipUp.

Other stuff I won't be attempting:

persuade my husband to grow a mustache at The New York Times

recycle old light bulbs into hanging bud vases at Craftzine

accessorize one of our bedrooms like the Ace Hotel at Apartment Therapy

create a file cabinet out of a leather suitcase at Apartment Therapy

make gluten free African sweet potato soup with black-eyed peas and beans from Karina's Kitchen (although it does sound pretty delish...)

learn to arrange flowers like the French at Apartment Therapy