February 5, 2009

Able and Game’s Valentines.

Even though I hadn’t yet seen these snazzy valentines from Able and Game when I posted the roundup, these totally deserve their own shout out. Loving the descriptions for each card! (No worries, they’re blank on the inside.)

Description:
So I got your mix tape, it kinda rocked my world. The fact that you included The Smiths, The Cure makes me all warm inside, however this may not show on my sullen, depressed face. Oh and I also love Kate Bush by the way; just don’t tell any of my friends.
Description:
Okay, I have a confession to make; there is nobody else on the list!
Description:
You’re All Sorts of Lovely. You wash my clothes; cook me my dinner and rent Bring It On on DVD when I’m feeling unwell.

Description:
How else, besides getting married are we going to prove our love? Signing both our names on an 18-month interest free loan says you’re in it for long haul baby. The only thing we need to decide on is front loader or top???

Posted In cards, paper goods
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February 4, 2009

Pittsburgh Print.

Let’s be honest, there’s aren’t exactly a lot of homages to Pittsburgh out there. At least not gorgeous ones like this Pittsburgh print from JHill Designs. I would have paid full price (I snatched up the medium), but this bad boy is on sale for 20% off through the end of the day in honor of the Steelers beating the crap out of the Cardinals in the Super Bowl last Sunday! Yay. Now I’m homesick.

Posted In my house, paper goods, prints
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February 4, 2009

O de Oliva.

If you read the olive oil descriptions on the O de Oliva site it sounds like a selection of fine wines.

“It has a very smooth taste, with hints of almonds and green apples.”

“It is a fruity oil, smooth yet persistent, with a long-lasting aroma, both on the palette and in the memory.”

“Fruity taste of ripe olive with a light taste of apple, slightly bitter and spicy.”

And the bottles look like something you’d proudly display in your kitchen with their simple, lovely design.

:: via the Dieline

Posted In food, packaging
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February 2, 2009

Roundup: Valentines.

I waited. And then waited some more. And now that February is here I’ve officially jumped on the V-Day bandwagon.

Is it a Hallmark holiday? Yes.
Does it make singles feel crappy? Yes.
Is there tons of cute stuff everywhere? Yes.

This year that last one won out. Take a look at all the pretties out there!

Posted In cards, holidays, paper goods, round up, valentine's day
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January 26, 2009

Walking to Jericho.

I’m loving Walking to Jericho’s Etsy shop! Photographer Fiona has a knack for combining black and white photos with a smidge of hand-coloring. You can purchase sizes anywhere between 5 x 5″ to 30 x 30″ and yes, special requests are available.

:: via BB-Blog

Posted In create, mixed media
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January 26, 2009

Lampel.

I love Lampel. It’s a pendant light fixture that allows you to fill the upper portion with whatever your heart desires. I’m partial to the plant, but love how you can change things out to really make it your own. And with the clear glass “shade” it’s versatile enough to go with lots of decor styles!

Posted In grand design, grow it
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January 23, 2009

Ruthie Designs.

Sweet Kimberly of Ruthie Designs emailed to let me know about her newly opened Etsy shop. Her illustration gamut ranges from creepy-cool to stunningly beautiful and are available as eco-friendly prints and pillows. Even better (almost) is that they’re extremely affordable if you’re looking to add to your art collection!

Posted In paper goods, prints
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