November 15, 2007
Pumpkin-Cinnamon Streusel Buns.
Oh my, these pumpkin-cinnamon streusel buns look sooo good. I may have to whip some up for Thanksgiving breakfast at the ‘rents house.
November 15, 2007
Laura Zeck.
short stories are original etchings by artist Laura Zeck. Zeck has created a sort of visual vocabulary made up of almost 300 etchings that you can choose from to create an art print, greeting card or book. Each picture can tell a piece of your story or be the story in and of itself. Personalization in it’s easiest form.
November 15, 2007
Truth Hurts.
The plain type on these simple white cards definitely drive the point home on these Truth Hurts cards. Choose from I know in my heart that you lied., There’s something you should know. and I meant what I said. Although I can think of a few situations where the last two cards could be used in really sweet situations. Each card set comes with two flat cards bearing each sentiment plus envelopes.
November 15, 2007
Tree Branch Curtain Rod.
I really love this Tree Branch Curtain Rod, even though I haven’t latched on to the Tree Branch Trend hook, line and sinker quite yet. Seems like an easy enough project that’s customizable and wouldn’t be a massive time or financial commitment. I love projects like that because when you get tired of them and want a change there isn’t as much hesitation.
Here are the steps to success:
1. Find a tree branch slightly wider than your window trim.
2. Use pruning shears to remove long twigs, but leave a few stubs for character.
3. Spray-paint the branch or leave it natural.
4. Choose tie-top curtain panels, which allow you to adjust for the curves of the branch—no clips or rings needed.
:: via CasaSugar
Posted In accents, house and home, make it
November 14, 2007
sake2me.
Sake is not to be taken lightly and can quite literally knock you off your feet. It’s been known to happen to a “friend” of mine after a few shots of the good stuff. One thing sake is not, in my opinion, is tasty. I’m thinking that if anything is going to change my mind it’s going to be sake2me. Made with premium Japanese sake and sweetened with pure cane sugar, it comes in Yuzu, Asian Pear, Ginger Mango and Green Tea flavors. Oh yeah, and the packaging is cool. Just enough Asian-influence to keep it fresh and modern without taking it to that ugly place called Overboard.
November 14, 2007
On the Rocks: 1621.
The 1621 looks like a great Get Ready for Thanksgiving drink, so rather than waiting until next Wednesday (Thanksgiving Eve) I thought I’d give you all a week to try it out. The sugar cube is a nice touch.
Ingredients:
– 1 part apple brandy
– 1 part apple juice
– 2 dashes blood orange bitters
– Ice
– 1 sugar cube
– 3 parts chilled Prosecco
Combine apple brandy, apple juice, and bitters in a cocktail shaker and top with ice; shake vigorously (about 20 times). Place sugar cube in the bottom of a chilled champagne flute, strain brandy mixture into the glass, and top with Prosecco. Serve.
:: photo and recipe via CHOW
Posted In cocktails
November 14, 2007
Filigree Cupcake Wrapper.
I’ve seen these filigree cupcake wrappers several places by now and believe me, I realize I’m a little late to the party. Oh well though, because between my love of cupcakes and papergoods I can’t not post anything about them. They’re incredible! What an innovative, beautiful way to dress up something that we’re used to seeing a certain way (RE: in an unattractive pan liner).
:: via the first place I saw them black . white . bliss
Posted In food, paper goods
November 14, 2007
laptopwallet butterfingers.
I’m not especially thrilled with the laptop sleeve I have, but I didn’t have to shell out any cash for it (work took care of that) and it gets the job done. The laptopwallet butterfingers by Working Class Heroes might be something that I could get used to though. Constructed out of 3mm grey felt and Austrian leather, the laptopwallet is designed to give you easy access to your macbook while snuggly holding it in place with the utmost protection. In case you hadn’t noticed, the wrist-strap also makes it really east to carry (butterfingers). And it looks pretty hot, too.
November 14, 2007
Out of Office.
Out of Office is a just-launched collective of British product designers who turn concepts, stories and ideas into tangible objects. A lot of the products are still in a conceptual phase, but I can’t wait until they’re available. Especially the Pencil Block since pencils are one of my favorite weapons of the trade.
Watering Mug
Smitten Mittens
Pencil Block
Decal Tattoos
:: via Core 77
Posted In grand design
November 13, 2007
Boygirlparty.
Susie Ghahremani is the incredibly talented illustrator behind Boygirlparty who recently expanded her web presence with the Shop at Boygirlparty.com. Not only am I impressed with her continually growing abilities, but also with her papergoods. How much fun are her recipe cards?! Lovely job, Susie.
