March 26, 2008
On the Rocks: Sangria.
Another thing in honor of spring finally deciding to stick around for good: Sangria! It just begs to be sipped outside on a warm evening.
Ingredients:
– 2 bottles + 2 cups of inexpensive red wine
(ex. Charles Shaw from Trader Joe’s)
– 5 cans Pellegrino Limonata
– 2 1/2 cups Dark Rum
– 1 cup Cointreau (or Triple Sec)
– 1/2 cup Apple Schnapps
– 4 tsp sugar
– Ice
– Chopped fruit (apples, oranges, lemons – use what’s in season)
– Cinnamon Sticks
Fill a large pitcher or punch bowl 2/3 full with ice. Add wine and Pellegrino Limonata. Add in liquors, fruit, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon. Test taste. If not sweet enough add another tablespoon of sugar. If it tastes too much like liquor add more Pellegrino Limonata. If it is too sweet add more wine.
:: recipe and image via yumsugar
Posted In cocktails
March 26, 2008
Fingerprint.
As a designer I’m forever looking for ways to get more hands-on with my work. To take it out of the computer and make it more about the process. In portfolio school I not only created a piece of “stained glass” with my headline embedded in the art, but I also dabbled in actual graffiti for another ad in the same campaign. It’s just so much more satisfying to create something tangible with your own two hands that takes on additional value when you’re actually paid to do it.
Fingerprint is about just that.
A new approach to design is gaining momentum as more and more designers seek to combine the power of the computer with the personal qualities of hand-made elements. Fingerprint offers insight into this fusion of the digital and the hand-wrought, with dozens of examples of some of the best work in the industry, including design that includes hand-lettering elements and design that incorporates collage.
Posted In graphic design, read up
March 26, 2008
The Daily Eat: Raspberry Upside Down Cakes.
These Raspberry Upside Down Cakes would be perfect for the beautiful spring day it’s turning out to be here. Or any other day for that matter…
:: image and recipe via cook & eat
Posted In recipes
March 26, 2008
Calendone Calendar.
I’m in love with yet another calendar. This time it’s the Calendone wall calendar and not one that sits prettily upon your desk. And it’s perpetual, which is a HUGE bonus!
March 26, 2008
Plantorb.
The Plantorb is fantastic! The hanging ceramic orb is 8″ in diameter with a 28” long woven sisal cord. As much as I would love to plant something in this, I think I would love even more to hang one inside my front door to throw my keys and sunglasses into when I get home.
March 25, 2008
Banana Republic Handbags.
I feel like I’ve been hiding under a rock. A month or so ago I walked into my local Banana Republic and was confronted not only by their usual selection of cute clothing, but also by displays stacked with absolutely stunning handbags. When did they start carrying handbags, clutches and wallets?! I feel like someone should have told me because they’re that great. And they must think they’re “that great,” too, because it’s reflected in the price. But they’re so, so pretty!
March 25, 2008
Ziptie Ring.
Can’t you just imagine seeing this Ziptie Ring on someone’s hand and realizing what it actually was? Lovely.
March 25, 2008
The Daily Eat: Spiced Up Grilled Cheese.
My morning toast and coffee isn’t doing me any justice today – I’m about to start eating tea bags. (Which happens to be the only “food” in my office at the moment.) This Spiced Up Grilled Cheese sandwich practically has me foaming at the mouth. Oh wait, that’s just drool…
March 25, 2008
Dear Deer.
I have a confession: I’m not a fan of the antler craze.
Or I should say I wasn’t a fan. Because after seeing Dear Deer I may be a convert. I think it has something to do with being able to customize the piece with branches, flowers, etc and update whenever the mood strikes. Oh, and the fact that it’s not real antlers or faux antlers is a plus, too. I like the imagination behind it all.
:: via Roadside Scholar
Posted In make it