October 5, 2011

Autumnal Libations

 

The arrival of fall makes me want to drink in a completely different way than summer, it’s a fact. Summer’s cocktails are all about patios and feeling refreshed and bathing suits. Fall’s cocktails are more along the lines of comfort, relief, and battening down the hatches for winter’s arrival. Here are a few that should help ease you into shorter days and longer nights. Click on the image to be taken to the cocktail recipe source.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted In cocktails, recipes
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October 5, 2011

Fosterhood

 

As much as I’ve grown and changed in 31 years, one thing has remained a constant. My love of animals. Several of my friends foster dogs and cats and, well, it seemed like only a matter of time before I fell into the system as well.

Last Monday I received my first two charges: Sophie and Petunia. One miniature pinscher and one Italian greyhound(?). Both 6-months(ish) old, both with massive ears. Sophie is more timid, but plays a mean rope. Petunia is a hardcore play-all-the-timer, but gives good snuggles too. Both are lovers and being potty trained (a first for me!). This fostering thing is no joke, it is definitely work. I take them outside at least once an hour, break up dog fights, and listen to whines when it’s time for bed and they have to be crated. I don’t think I’d be able to do it if I weren’t working from home right now, that’s for sure. But I know when they go up for adoption in less than two weeks I’m going to feel the biggest sense of accomplishment (and a little sadness) as I send them off to their new homes.

For those of you in Oklahoma City, both Sophie and Petunia (along with 598 other animals) will be up for adoption at Midnight Woofness October 15-16!

Posted In do good, my house, oklahoma
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October 4, 2011

365Q

Crushing on graphic designer Julian Bialowas’s year-long photography project – 365Q. Each day he pairs an inspirational quote with one of his own photographs. And while the idea has been done before, it’s motivational to me all the same. (via Dismount Creative)

Posted In collaboration/project, create, photography
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October 4, 2011

Top Pot Hand-Forged Doughnuts

One of the few places I had a chance to check out during my whirlwind trip to Seattle in July was Top Pot, and to say their doughnuts were mind-altering would be an understatement. Last month brothers Mark and Michael released a cookbook revealing the secrets behind their recipe that dates back to the 1920s. Do yourself a favor and buy a copy, each and every taste bud will thank you!

Posted In read up
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October 3, 2011

Fresh Flowers

Fresh Flowers is one of the best things I’ve seen recently. Love flowers, but hate watching them wilt and die? This is for you. Designed by Sandra Bautista, this super smart project consists of 32 pages with printed flowers in a newspaper format that can be rolled up and placed in a vase. When you get tired of one variety just switch ’em out! (via bltd)

Posted In create, grand design, paper
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October 3, 2011

Pantone Xmas Balls

Yes, it’s only the early stages of October. And yes, Pantone is everywhere these days. But I couldn’t resist sharing these ornaments because really, how great would these look on a tree, my fellow design nerds?

Posted In christmas, holidays
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October 3, 2011

HarLex

I’m not sure when I first found HarLex and their incredible line of handcrafted leather, but I’m glad I did. They have a serious focus on customer personalization, from putting your name on your new leather good to choosing the color of leather and stitching used. All of which results in a unique one-of-a-kind product each and every time. With that sort of business plan it’s hard to go wrong!

Posted In accessories, bags, style, wear it
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September 30, 2011

Happy Weekend

PHOTO: Jena Coray

01/ gorgeous color block scarves
02/ whoa, this apartment is intense in a great way
03/ beautiful light paintings of dinosaur skeletons
04/ coveting this zig zag shift dress
05/ pumpkin cocktails with a punch
06/ in lust with this convertible teak pool table
07/ such a great idea, use scarves to make curtains!
08/ make a DIY Kelly Wearstler-inspired scarf

Posted In accessories, cocktails, create, furniture, grand design, happy weekend, house and home, make it, photography, wear it
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