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• Inflated Deflated

  

  I’m smitten with these quirky prints over at Inflated Deflated, where each balloon is adorned with a saying that ranges from funny to poignant to totally odd.... Read more

  Posted on 14 November 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Gift Guide: Custom Made Goodies

  

  Ready or not, it’s that time aaaagain! I’m fully committed to getting a jump start on gift shopping this year to avoid the dreaded last minute scramble, and yes... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Diy Or Buy: Leather Strap Shelves

  

  Crafty folks: This tutorial for leather strap shelves from Camille Styles will make your home a wee bit chicer AND you’ll get more storage space to boot – a... Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Friday Grab Bag

  

  Happy Friday! My friend from college is in town for a few days, which is such a treat since she lives all the way over in London. Can’t wait to see her and catc... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Chalky Goodness

  

  I’ve been smitten with chalkboard walls ever since we inherited one in our kitchen, and apparently they look pretty fantastic in the bathroom too. And the dinin... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2013 ART & DESIGN

• Birds Made of Flowers

  

  Bird watching has never exactly been my hobby of choice, but in the case of THESE birds? Sign me up! Our fine feathered friends here are made entirely from... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Happy Halloween

  

  “BUT WHAT IF MY FRIENDS SEE ME DRESSED LIKE THIS??” If you’re going out for Halloween tonight, please be on the alert for this totally vicious and bloodthirsty... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Let’s Get Batty

  

  Soooo, funny story – these cookies were supposed to be simple bat shaped Oreo cookies. But then the $1 cookie cutter from Target churned out skinny bat wings... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Friday Grab Bag

  

  Happy Friday! I’m looking forward to getting Toby dolled up for a doggy Halloween contest this weekend, and we’ll be doing some fall hiking with friends as well! Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Life is Better with Apps v2

  

  Here are a few iPhone apps I’ve been glued to lately, and here’s hoping that you’ll find them useful too! 1. The perfectionist in me can sometimes make me... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2013 TECH

• Strolling Down Memory Lane

  

  In this day and age of Instagram and Facebook photos, there’s something quite special about holding a physical photograph in your hand! Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Diy Or Buy: Tassel Garlands

  

  Crafty folks: Throwing a fabulous party and have a few movies saved up in your Netflix queue? Then gather up some tissue paper, sit your butt down, and head on... Read more

  Posted on 17 October 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Savory Halloween Treats

  

  Halloween is THE holiday for those who can’t get enough of candy, cupcakes, and more candy, but what if you don’t have sweet tooth? Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK

• DIY Googly Eye Push Pins

  

  In my humble opinion, the world would be a better place with more baby pandas, chocolate ice ream, Saved By the Bell reruns, and super silly googly eyes. Luckil... Read more

  Posted on 10 October 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• What Does the Fox Say?

  

  I’m sure most of you have seen this completely batshit weird music video that went viral last month of “The Fox” by two Norwegian brothers known as Ylvis. The... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Food for Thought

  

  I’m seriously loving this clever collaboration between Midwestern illustrator Danielle Evans and everyone’s favorite big box store, Target! Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Friday Grab Bag

  

  Happy Friday! This week I’m loving… The simplicity of this squiggle necklace from Mica. This exquisite wedding cake from Bobbette & Belle – the cascading... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Pumpkin S’mores

  

  If a campfire s’more met a slice of pumpkin pie at a party, and they went on to fall in love and have babies, this would be the result: Gooey marshmallow. A ric... Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2013 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Diy Or Buy: Zebra Rug

  

  Crafty folks: I’m pretty blown away that this super fun zebra rug is made from a few yards of felt – genius! Learn how to make your own with this Dorm Decor... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Friday Grab Bag

  

  Happy Friday! I’ll be picking up some blue rock candy this weekend and trying really hard to hold it together for the finale of Breaking Bad. Please don’t die,... Read more

  Posted on 27 September 2013 FASHION