Thursday, December 30, 2010

New Years Resolutions Eye Chart





This vintage eye chart by bexpert was modified with new years resolutions and can be customized with yours. It's a clever way to keep those reminders of your goals for next year!

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

quote for the new year



“You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with”.
- Jim Rohn

i like this.  i like the people that i thought of in my life.  happy new year.

photo: ludi_ste

Monday, December 27, 2010

the shop at No. 144

with new years eve fast approaching i've been thinking about what to do, who to do it with and, of course, what to wear.  this year i don't have the time (or money) to go out and find a new outfit...but i did find this shop...and i think it is just the thing i was looking for!











Thursday, December 23, 2010

i'd rather be...










if i could i would pack up my whole family and all of my friends and spend a very white christmas here!
who's in?

spotted on bliss








Wednesday, December 22, 2010



sorry for the late post.  it's also going to be a short one.  i have been super busy with work (re-opening the i manage) and with the holiday pretty much here, things are crazy!  here are a few poorly taken pictures of what i've been up to...


katie and i made these little stocking for everyone at the store...i love them all!



we also made this clever sign, haha





and this year i didn't even have to spend tons of money on wrapping paper (guilty pleasure), i used butcher block and twine i've had for awhile...and finally tried making a potato stamp!


and lastly, you might remember my post on which holiday drink to make?  i decided on the bourbon and blood orange, instead of using mint i went with rosemary and it was wonderful!

i hope everyone is enjoying the holidays and is able to spend time with the people you love!

Tuesday, December 21, 2010




another dream job would be curating a shop full of my favorite finds. we stumbled on the cool hunting for gap pop up shop on our walk down 5th ave. it was full of locally sourced goods and i spotted lots of my favorites. great stop for last minute shopping.


bergdorf windows










on my long list of dream jobs is designing store windows. the bergdorf windows are famous. andy and i had a great time walking through central park and down 5th ave. to look at all the lights and windows. these blew me away. they were full of cut paper sculptures and amazing details. i'd like my very own cut paper version of my pup penny. sorry for the glare.

Monday, December 20, 2010

to s from m

ok, so this isn't really totally for you...its kinda for andy...it would make for a nice gift if you still needed ideas, i guess that is how it could be for you...right??




p.s. my weird texts this morning make sense now, i hope :)

seeing red

i don't know how to describe it, but i feel like red is my power color today, check out my etsy treasury to see more. and feel free to leave a comment, i like those :)















Thursday, December 16, 2010

bliss/year in ideas

i've been blissfully away from the internet this week while i am visiting my brand new nephew. have you noticed how awesome little toes and fingers are?!?

So just saying hi today and sharing this awesome feature the New York Times did on their website "the 10th annual year in ideas" really awesome site desing and pretty typography plus interesting/funny facts and ideas. there are some awesome videos hidden in there too.







Wednesday, December 15, 2010

just doing my part to spread holiday cheer!




i cannot express how excited i am about an upcoming holiday party!  and...i was asked to provide a tasty adult beverage for the evening...joy!  the only problem is deciding what fun thing to make...decisions, decisions! 













Monday, December 13, 2010

dear friends,



if i get this can one of you paint a little me and a little bobby?  please? please???

an alternative

i wear at least one scarf everyday.  i love them.  they are a security blanket for me.  they make me comfortable.  i'm trying to branch out.  perhaps this....?


Friday, December 10, 2010

it's friday!


lots going on for everyone lately...so i am gonna remember to breathe and think about curling 
up with a blanket like this one and enjoy the season!

Thursday, December 9, 2010

happy socks












happy socks make happy feet