wishing for this kitchen!

Isn't this kitchen amazing?! I am a lover of color but on the other hand, I love that "less is more" in this case. So clean and modern but with a touch of vintage ie the table, flooring and chandelier. I love the built in wine rack too. Love love love! image via Pink Wallpaper

This n That

I love the hidden potential people find in items, particularly in furniture and home design. With a little elbow grease Eddie Ross made this book shelf fabulous. I feel inspired to go thrifting for home decor treasures!

Fun Tape

Loving this polka dot tape from None Such Things

say what?

While in Dallas this weekend I cam across a lovely gray lace skirt from Jcrew. It was styled perfectly on the mannequin. I realllly wanted it. But for some reason I decided not to get it. Oh wait, because it was $138. Yikes. Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy and don't mind spending money on a nice designer bag, jeans or shoes but $138 for a little lacey thing was a bit much. So, I was at target last night and found an almost IDENTICAL skirt to the one at Jcrew FOR EIGHT FREAKIN' DOLLARS! Oh my heavens! I was so excited! The quality might be not as good as Jcrew...but who cares! I don't think I have ever found a close comparison like what I found last night and for so so much less. Wowzers!

a lovely combo.

I am loving everything about this image. I mean everything.

dress obsessed

I found this lovely dress on Shop Style. I Looove it. Wear it to work with a sweater during the day and then by night this dress is perfect for a dinner date.  

The BLB

THE

BROWN

LEATHER

BELT

Yep, I agree with Old Heart, New Soul. The Brown Belt should definitely be worn over everything this season.

I am Lovin' the look of Fall!

Just a few fun pieces of eye candy. I am loving this years fall selections. 

I'm ready to go!

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This week I took a big step and bought two books and a Wacom! I bought Creative Inc. Do you read the blog Oh Joy? She is a successful freelance designer and blogger. I think she probably has a lot of good advice/ tips in her book and I can't wait to read it. The second book is more from a business stand point. It's called The Graphic Artists Guild Handbook - Pricing & Ethical Guidelines. Not quite as exciting but it will still be very beneficial! 

Oh and I am most excited about my wacom! In case anyone is wondering...a Wacom is a drawing tablet. I do enjoy drawing and I think this will encourage me to do it more. I don't hand draw a lot of my design work, I typically draw it on the computer because it is faster. But, there is something unique and special about drawing by hand that the computer will never fully be able to replicate. So, I bought a wacom. By using it, I will eliminate the use of drawing on paper as much and having to scan it in (big pain in the bottom!!) Now, I can hand draw but on the computer! Can't wait to give it a try!

So, I am hoping to dive into my new books and get inspired to draw this week! 

Are ya'll looking forward to something this week? Work or non work related?!

Jeggings: let's talk for a minute

From one fashion blog to the next, I have been reading about jeggings and debating whether or not to purchase a pair. 


I do like the perks of jeggings: comfy and fit very closely to your body which is great during the winter when wearing boots! Less jean material to stuff into your boots!


But, the only hesitation I have is how flattering they are. I don't think I love the jeggings with a stretchy waste band like shown below. I don't think those are at all flattering especially not on your rear end. I think I am more willing to opt for the actual jean material leggings with a button and zipper and all.


Because jeggings are so tight fitting to your body it is important to keep the color of denim in mind. I would say darker washes are better and would be more flattering on most. I've seen some available with multiple washes of blue in them...stay away from these. The material tends to have more stretchy cotton and less denim material. Showing your rear end in thin cotton leggings is just a bad idea unless you are at the gym.


Do you like jeggings? Do you have a pair? What brands of jeggings are you loving?

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dont love these from shop bop

love these from shop bop

Rockin Republic... why why why would you make these?!?

Zara online

Zara is now online! Amazing! I loveZara because they always have great classics with modern flair.  

Pantone mugs! ill take one if every color!

Yep, i love them. 

its the color lover and designer inside of me who would be proud to walk into my office each morning with a different color. 

I've added a button! Cool!

Hello, Sparkles!

How fun is this dress? I am pretty sure I had dance costumes/ dress up clothes just like this when I was little. I would totally wear this. New Years?! Dress from asos

cupcake flags

love these sweet cupcake flowers by millalove

band-aides that rock

i burnt my finger with a glue gun this weekend. now i have a blister. i totally wish i had the sequin one right now. cynthia rowley band aids

wedding invitation love!

I love that these invites are super classic but the bride and groom didn't forget to let guests know to expect a splash of color at their wedding! Invites by TheGirlTyler