December 7, 2010
Stuff I Like.
a.) Enamel Serving Set
b.) Silk Scarf with Hand Painted Skulls
c.) Icon Printed Banker’s Envelope
d.) Teepee for Cats
e.) Classic Camera Style Pencil Sharpener
December 3, 2010
Happy Weekend.
+ Filing this Bicycle Drawing Machine under Wish I’d Thought of That
+ December desktop love: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
+ These watercolor holiday invites are lovely. And free.
+ I’m ready to hightail it to Caboodle Ranch.
+ A fantastic garland roundup.
+ Scheming with these prank gift boxes!
+ In love with this winter wedding.
+ If my cards weren’t written out, this holiday card download would be the way to go.
+ It’s cold outside, but these Maple & Squash Pumpkin Pie Popsicles look incredible.
+ My favorite advent calendar!
Happy Weekend!
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December 3, 2010
Handpainted Porcelain.
This past summer I bookmarked a project on A Merry Mishap on how to jazz up white porcelain dishware with a paint pen. Yes, as in those things you can buy for a few bucks at the craft store. Wouldn’t it be great to personalize a platter or large bowl with a design all your own for someone on your gift list? After completing your design you bake it in the oven at 300º for 35 minutes and presto change-o, instant one-of-a-kind.
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December 3, 2010
Stuff I Like.
a.) Wild Strawberry Soap
b.) Alphabet Bags
c.) Pull Tab Bottle Opener
d.) Leather Writing Case
e.) Smith’s Lavish Layers Gift Tin
November 30, 2010
Homemade Spirits.
I’m only speaking for myself here, but my holiday budget is tighter this year than it’s been in some time. I’m talking pre-career. The nice thing about that is that it’s made me think about the gifts I’m giving even more than I normally would. Starting today I’ll be sharing some ideas for handcrafted gifts to make and give.
Sure, I could buy a friend a bottle of their favorite alcohol at the liquor store, but something homemade might be even better. And cost a little less. And be a little cooler, just think of all the bottling possibilities!
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November 29, 2010
Stuff I Like.
As I previously mentioned, this year I’ve abandoned gift guides in favor of cool things. You can simply look at them, put them on your own wish list, or purchase one as a gift if it really fits someone’s style.
a.) Who’s the Fairest Mirror
b.) Glove & Hate Oven Mit
c.) FREITAG F48 Hazzard
d.) Hammond’s Lollipops
e.) Omerica Belt Buckles
October 1, 2010
Happy Weekend.
+ I love these DIY flower bulb favors.
+ Yesterday I shared some out of the ordinary wedding rings over on Oh, hello friend.
+ I also answered a few questions for Annie at Poetic + Chic.
+ More Halloween cards + invitations.
+ I’ve been wanting to paint some Mason jars, so this DIY is perfect timing!
+ Sad I didn’t think of this idea when I moved into my first apartment.
+ Every designer, actually every human, needs to read these words from Milton Glaser.
+ Wowed by these courtroom sketches.
+ Web designers rejoice and meet the Gridulator!
+ I can’t wait to pick up a copy of Baked’s second cookbook.
+ WANT: these Maple Candied Apples in my face.
+ One more reason I need to my ass to NYC: FoodParc.
+ Did you know you can visit illustrator Edward Gorey’s house?
+ Looking for a reason to make + wear a fall leaf mask.
+ New garb for your desktop 1, 2
Happy Weekend!
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June 18, 2010
Happy {Father’s Day} Weekend.
©2008 Jonas Jungblut+ A tasty roundup of Father’s Day food ideas
+ Last minute printables for your daddy-o
+ I know it’s Father’s Day weekend, but Sorry, Mom! will have you rollin’
+ Fun DIY Father’s Day Shirt + Tie gift boxes
Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Weekend!
May 14, 2010
Happy Weekend.
+ Looking forward to making a batch of these Red Velvet Pancakes this weekend!
+ Some great gift ideas to get you started for Father’s Day
+ If you’re the crafty type check out these 12 free tutorials for bags and purses
+ Excited to get my scissors and some pretty paper out to try my hand at David Stark’s paper flower shop
+ I really, really need to make my own list like this!
+ Cupcake liners. Not just for cupcakes anymore.
+ I’m developing a massive luggage fetish
+ Claire Huxtable as a paperdoll – YES!
+ The sweetest first birthday party ever
+ If you have 30 seconds, please pop over and support Greyhound Rescue & Rehabilitation. It supports retired racing greyhounds suffering form broken legs. you can vote daily until May 31st!
Happy Weekend!
PS: Don’t forget, if you have until Monday at 9am CST to enter the Davina + Daniel giveaway!
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April 9, 2010
Happy Weekend.
This week has been swamped with fusterclucks, both at work and at home. So you’ll have to excuse me while I only post a weekly roundup of good stuff today instead of my usuals. Have a lovely weekend and I’ll see you back here Monday!
+ Can you believe Mother’s Day is less than a month away?! Here’s a gift guide and a freebie to get you started down the right path.
+ Feeling inspired by these circus-y photos be Wendy Bevan
+ Cute desktop wallpaper to get you all set for iced coffee weather!
+ And a few other desktop wallpaper beauties from Ruche
+ Looking forward to making a few of these paper bag lanterns for my first summer get together
+ Check out Design for Mankind’s new design and latest feature – The House that DFM Built
+ The tiniest modern miniatures
Happy Weekend!
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