Archive for February, 2011
Caitlin Brookes of The Paper Butterfly loves experimenting with her camera. She uses the natural landscape surrounding her in Ottawa, Ontario as her playground. The results of her venture are amalgams of creativity with exposure, color, layering and presentation. She finds the beauty in her local environment, like with her Three butterflies photo. For you to find the beauty, start with just one.
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Post written by Rachel Anne Williams. Rachel is a 20-something wife and mother of one, who enjoys making things for her embroidery and tiny handmade goodies shop called Goose and Trisser.You can visit Rachel on her blog here.
If you’re looking for a cost effective way to get some cool business cards made, I’d recommend getting a custom stamp. Then you can make a business card out of literally anything that you have lying around: business card stock, cardboard, letterhead, napkins, anything!
And this is the branding stamp that I would recommend. It’s from MaeMae Paperie and there are four different fonts to choose from. So, there’s plenty of room for your unique personality to shine through. I love this idea. But I want to know what you think…
Is this something you would consider for your business cards?
As much of the US suffers under a blanket of white and sub-zero temperatures, I thought a bright zesty color would help to brighten and otherwise cold and dreary day. Last week on Interior Obsessions with FormFire Glassworks, we took a look at some gorgeous staircase options. This week, we look at adding a splash of orange to your interiors to either liven up a neutral palette or complement other colorful choices.
Orange is another of those take it or leave it colors that people either love or hate. Personally, I’m a huge orange fan, as I love the brightness it brings without being too in your face. It works well as a shot of color against more neutral backgrounds of white, black and wood, and is stellar when paired with dark brown or grey. Orange is a perfect complement to blues – be careful, bright blue plus bright orange often looks like you’re decorating for a football team, but paired with a lighter sky blue or icy aqua, both colors really have a chance to shine.
You have quite a few options when it comes to adding orange to your home. If you’re unsure about using it, try adding it as an accent color in pillows, artwork, small appliances, or rugs. For those of you with a bolder sense, orange furniture or a fully painted orange wall may be just the ticket. In my old house, I had both in one room and it was modern, fun and still warm and inviting. From lighter citrus tones to darker pumpkins, there are so many options out there that one is certain to add sunshine to your living space.
(above) Orange Geometric Shelving
Orange Sofa + Orange Office Furniture
Orange Lamp + Burnt Pumpkin Wall
Citrus and Sky Blue + Darker Orange and Aqua Tiles
For me, cast iron has always meant skillets for frying and TV comedy abuse. Not so after checking out the found and cared for pieces Monkey & Squirrel has to showcase. Jenn of Monkey & Squirrel says, “My cast iron pieces are all found at salvage yards and flea markets, in much less then perfect condition. Refinishing these tiny treasures, restores them to their former glory days and helps bring a bit of whimsy into your home.” This whimsy includes some charming cats, a few slow movers, and many ladies of the sea among other charming decor. Just what the other rooms of your home were asking for.
Special Discount: 10% off your entire Monkey & Squirrel purchase by entering code “PAPERNSTITCH” at checkout.
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Post written by Rachel Anne Williams. Rachel is a 20-something wife and mother of one, who enjoys making things for her embroidery and tiny handmade goodies shop called Goose and Trisser. You can visit Rachel on her blog here.
There never seems to be enough room to house all your fun, vintage discoveries. For those of you with limited shelf space, Mandy of The Light Fantastic makes it easy for you to enjoy pretty collections of treasures through her vintage inspired photography, without all the extra needed storage. A self proclaimed “collector of happiness”, when Mandy isn’t capturing her vintage compilations, she’s grabbing portraits and outdoor scenes in her “undeniably feminine” style. What better way to get your fill of vintage spectating?
Now for the really good stuff: SALE! SALE! SALE! The 40% off sale at The Light Fantastic is happening now! Everything in the shop is 40% off, and all large format or custom prints are 25% off. Prices have already been adjusted. So, head on over and grab those prints you’ve been meaning to buy at a huge discount!
Visit The Light Fantastic on Etsy now. Your shelves will thank you.
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Post written by Rachel Anne Williams. Rachel is a 20-something wife and mother of one, who enjoys making things for her embroidery and tiny handmade goodies shop called Goose and Trisser. You can visit Rachel on her blog here.
After the last Workspace Wednesday post, I thought we all could use another round of inspiration. And because the pop of color last time was popular, I chose another interior with some great colors. This “alternative workspace” was found on Decor8, a blog that really needs no introduction in this community. And I am calling it an “alternative workspace” because it’s not an office or studio, but rather a dining room table. I’ve thought about this long and hard, and realized that I use our dining room table more for my crazy projects (and the occasional folding of clothes) than for actually eating. And I wondered if you had a similar situation to share.
So, what do you think? Would you (or do you) use your dining room table as a workspace?
On the look out for your next great vintage find for your ever growing collection? Vintage by Alex Keller is your spot for a cleverly curated stock of vintage pieces that is sure to spark inspiration and item lust.
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