October 13th, 2012

DIY Personalized Child’s Gift

Do you ever get uninspired wandering the aisles of the big box stores? Searching for something special for a birthday party or occasion that is personalized, perhaps?  When we found out that our  little friend was having a “rainbow themed” birthday, we couldn’t resist getting crafty.  The idea was to create a rainbow name board made out of rainbow colored candies. So we bought a small hard board from our local art store, raided the candy aisle of the drug store and dusted off the glue gun.

It was really quite simple; we drafted the name in pencil,

picked the appropriate candies and pattern and Voila! The hardest part was to keep my kids from eating the candies.

A sweet gift…

that won’t cause a toothache.  Happy Birthday Hadley!

Categories: Friends, Fun
October 3rd, 2012

Nesting

They say the nesting instinct kicks in right before having a baby (and NO, I’m not pregnant) But before starting a new job??  Yup, I start a new job on Monday.   To think that this time last year–I couldn’t even drive my kids to school.

My to-do list is getting rather insane and for some reason the more domesticated the task and the longer I’ve put it off, the more satisfying–the completion. Think “junk drawer” clean out and you’re on the right rack.

Anyhoo, I feel quite pleased with myself on this latest one.  My bookshelves have been in a state of chaos and design upheaval for far too long.  We’re talking squirreling away old cards and much assorted clutter.

So I decided to Novogratz (yes, B & C I used your name as a verb) them.  Not familiar with the term?  Simply arrange by color for a cohesive aesthetic.

Voila!  It’s amazing how crossing something of your to do list, especially something for yourself, can make you feel, eh?  Happy Humpday!

P.S. I hope to continue blogging given this new career challenge ahead, stick with me as I get my groove back!

P.S.S. Since originally posting I have added these spooky glittery nods (heh, get it?) to Halloween, but who knows they may stay all year.  They definitely amp up the Novogratz look, no?

 

 

Categories: Fun, Furnishings
September 25th, 2012

Simple Surprise Style Find

Found at the drugstore of all places?  One must be aware of the unexpected style-y finds at even the least assuming of places.  And I know that I’m not the only one out there who gets a kick out of shopping in the drug store.  Anyhoo, check out Kleenex’ rockin’ textile inspired pouches in such trend current patterns.  Ok, ok, the “sneeze shield” feature does bring the chic factor down a bit, but I quickly discarded that outer packaging anyway.

I banded a stack together to give as a hostess gift with a bottle of vino for a Greek Festival pre-funct. as I couldn’t resist that greek key motif.

What can I say, the tissues were begging to be displayed?

Look alive people; style lurks in all shapes sizes and forms.

Categories: Fun
September 24th, 2012

Market Chic

We seem to be in Groundhog Day mode here in Seattle.  Day after day of sunshine and beautiful weather…I’m so not complaining!  The weather inspires an abundance of ‘what to do’ options.  Marketing is always high on the list and trying to look cool while you do it, why that’s a bonus.  Yesterday I debuted my market back pack (thanks JPH) at the Broadway Farmers Market.

Aside from the fact that I was stabbing people in the eye with my bright orange glads., we Northwesterners take our marketing seriously.  There were all kinds of chic looks to admire to say nothing about creative ways to tote the loot!

Words of wisdom found on the bus stop.  Happy Monday!

 

 

 

Categories: Fashion, Fun
September 12th, 2012

Pretty Like a Peplum

Fall fashion trend alert: the peplum. What’s a peplum you ask? Why simply a short full flounce or extension of a garment below the waist that covers the hips…duh.

So Fall, so fun, so feminine!  So get up on it!  Images credits found on my Pinterest page here. 

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