By britt on January 29, 2010
These double-walled beauties by Bodum are the best glasses ever. I will admit that I bought them purely based on the appearance (two walls? I’m in!), but we quickly realized how well designed they really are. We have the 8.5 oz. version (on the right) and use them all the time. Steaming hot coffee and [...]
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By britt on January 28, 2010
These lights remind me of the trouble light-inspired pendants from Anthro that I posted about. But these little guys are made from vintage industrial whisks! Want. (Check out this tutorial, via Remodelista.) Ashley Ann came up with another light inspired by the trouble lights using a wire basket (thanks for the link, Sarah!).
A vintage [...]
Posted in home, inspiration, tutorial | Tagged bundt pan, pendant light, reclaimed, recycled, vintage, whisk |
By britt on January 27, 2010
This pen and watercolor painting by Ryan (yes, my Ryan) is hanging in our office. It is based on a photo of a man who works at NASA, thus the name. Poignant, yes? I really like this fellow, though. I need to frame it. We used to have lots of art nights back in Nelson. [...]
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By britt on January 27, 2010
I thought it would be a long time before I attempted another quilt, but here I go. I’m just getting over a nasty cold, and this has been a nice project to do while I’m feeling under the weather. It makes me feel slightly productive while sitting on the couch, and keeps me warm at [...]
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By britt on January 26, 2010
Raise your hand if you hate linear kitchens. They are also referred to as “modern single wall kitchens” or “efficient European-style kitchens” in pretty much every apartment ad on Craigslist. We have this style in our current apartment and I will admit, you can wash the dishes very efficiently… while sitting on your sofa. We [...]
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By britt on November 13, 2009
Looking for a reason to buy some (more) Japanese masking tape? Yeah, me too. I covered these tiny binder clips with some of the tape and they are pretty adorable. Almost makes me want to get organized. Almost. Maybe these would help, too:
These clothes pins made by Whitney of Whisker Graphics remind me of ones [...]
Posted in inspiration, links | Tagged binder clips, clothespins, decorations, decorative tape, japanese masking tape, japanese masking tape uses, patterned tape, washi tape |
By britt on November 4, 2009
Just wanted to share this great tutorial that I used to make these tiny baby shoes for Piper. The easy-to-follow tutorial took me about one hour from start to finish and was generously provided by Joanna of Stardust Shoes. I want to make more, maybe with some cuter fabric. I used really soft white leather [...]
Posted in projects, tutorial | Tagged baby gift, baby shoes, baby tutorial, fabric shoes, tutorial |
By britt on November 2, 2009
I’ll admit it. I get a little emotionally attached to clothes. It’s not like I cry each time a sock goes missing (although that sure does happen a lot), but I have a tendency to hold on to things past their prime if I have fond memories associated with them. This skirt is a prime [...]
Posted in projects | Tagged pattern transferring, recycling, refashion, sewing |
By britt on October 30, 2009
This post is a little homage to The Darjeeling Limited, because the Louis Vuitton collection of luggage featured in the movie would be ideal. Number four (of eleven), shown above, is just what I have been looking for. But, alas! These were auctioned off, likely for many thousands of dollars. So I must look elsewhere. [...]
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By britt on September 24, 2009
My ideas are often a little too grandiose for my skill set. Seriously. I have these projects stuck in my head, and no clue how to follow through. Instead of taking the time to learn, I tend to run ahead to the next project, leaving behind a messy path of tools and supplies. Not good [...]
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