Tag: Honor Roll

• Save your poor hands a bit of writing this holiday season with cute return address stamps and labels.
• Remember this pretty dining room? (And yes, I know I still need to show you how the trim turned out.) Well, here’s the rest of that apartment.
• I like Things Organized Neatly. (via Abbey Goes Design Scouting)
• Jordan had Moses’ first haircut documented. They went to an old-fashioned barbershop because they are awesome like that. She also wrote some excellent advice to a younger version of herself for a creative career.
• Get your craft on with a festive DIY tinsel wreath that anyone can do, in just five minutes.
• New Orla Kiely wallpaper! (via Poppytalk)
• Erin’s such a cutie.
• Kathleen’s surprise party in pink and gold looked so festive and fun.
• Jonathan Safron Foer’s new book Tree of Codes isn’t out yet, but I’m eagerly awaiting it. Look at how this “unmakeable” book was made!

Don’t forget to check out my new section, The Filing Cabinet. There are so many extra goodies over there, like this affordable gold sequin skirt, modern humidifiers, and me with Jonathan Adler.

• I can’t live with the look in my home, but I love lots of little knick-knacks and open storage when done well by others. Like this sunny South African kitchen (above).
• Polka dots, metallics, and confetti… Oh my! What a pretty birthday fête.
• I’m growing out my hair, because I miss all the things you can do with long hair. (And isn’t that shade of red beautiful?)
• We never use the bathtub in on the main floor of the house, but I still doubt Brandon would let me do this.
• Loving the new Kate Spade pop-up shop. Color! Fun! A million things I want!
• I know I already told you all about the new e-magazine Gifted, but here’s an interesting behind the scenes look.
• The vinyl numbers on these storage bins make something mundane into something special, don’t you think?
• A lovely bride (with a darling family).
• Also, I’ve been adding lots of things to wish list (and you can always see the latest five items in the sidebar). Looks like I’ve been into plates and shoes lately, eh?

• Grace put together a fantastic roundup of decorative hardware. That collection above is just one small sampling.
• I don’t have enough dinner parties to justify them, but I am loving these metallic plates.
• Don’t you just love it when people have a little fun with color in their kitchen?
• Wait, what? Not everyone loves painting? (I do!)
• Halloween is just over a week away, but if you need some decorating ideas these free printable Halloween goodies can help.
• And speaking of Halloween decorations, these paint pen spotted pumpkins are pretty darn cute.
• Have you heard about IKEA’s Life Improvement Project? They’re giving one person a year-long sabbatical (worth $100,000) to advance a project that improves the life of others, and they’re also offering some cool seminars. Check it out.
• It’s not very practical, but this typewriter keyboard looks awesome.
• Someone told me about Caroline’s AT House Tour on Twitter, thinking I’d like it. They were right (and you’ll probably like it too).

• I love the bright, colorful home of floral designer Megan Fickling. Isn’t it pretty (above)?
• You know I like my vintage arrows, but I’m really into these handmade arrows too. And bonus: no sharp points to remove.
• Ladies have been dressing like Holly Golightly for years, but I like this take on it for Halloween.
• Artists always have the most fun homes, like this one.
• Wouldn’t it be fun to get a package taped up with brackets?
• Black and white stripes add some zing to a wedding! (via Black.White.Yellow.)
• Clever: a Halloween advent calendar (with crafty tutorials to come).
• Lonny’s photos have been neatly categorized by room type, huzzah! And lo, another e-magazine has come out: Covet Garden.
• Dexter inspired some really great posters. (via Twig & Thistle)
• I’d like all of my ingredients geometrically arranged from now on, please.
• Anna has the sweetest pink room.
• Ever wonder about spray paint? Here, this ought to answer your questions.

• YES. A new print magazine will soon be out: Anthology! I’ve already subscribed (and you should do so too), but here’s the scoop, a preview, and an interview with the creators (Meg Mateo Ilasco and Anh-Minh Le) in case you need a little convincing.
• The new e-magazine Rue debuted this week, and it’s full of design yumminess (like a peek into Victoria’s home, which I assure you is somehow even more spectacular in person).
• Wanting to wear this chic cashmere sweater. (via A Cup of Jo)
• Looks like I’m not alone in loving Gurgle pots. I have one in mustard that I sometimes use as a vase.
• This teacher’s lounge makeover is so cheery! (via morning’s light)
• Have you been following along with Lisa Congdon’s A Collection a Day project? I’d like to think that she keeps these in a baby food jar.
• I don’t like the visual clutter of inspiration boards in my own house (I tried it and it’s not for me), but I love seeing other people’s boards. They just draw me in.
• Are you curious about this year’s Mighty Summit? Maggie has posted her recap. It was good, my friends. So very good.
• I’m not a big fan of the color blue, but I still liked this budget bathroom redo.
• Hello, adorable patterned pencils! Cute packaging too. (via Black.White.Yellow.)
• I want to make these digital award ribbons. They’re so fun (and so is the dress that inspired them)! (via Creature Comforts)
• Ooh, looks like Orla Kiely is coming out with a coffee table book: Pattern. (via decor8)
• This looks like a really fun way to dress.
• Design*sponge just put out a list of their top ten paint resources (which goes perfectly with my DIY Painting Tips, Tricks, and Step-by-Step Guide).

• You know how sometimes you see a project that’s so amazing and original, you kinda kick yourself for not thinking of it yourself? That’s how I feel about Mama Mia’s Maternity Book. (via Ohdeedoh)
• OK, and here’s another example: Eliza.
• The Renegade Craft Fair is happening here in Chicago this weekend, yippee! Here’s a handy guide to Wicker Park that you’ll find useful if you’re in town visiting for the show.
• This animated love story had me in tears.
• I’m afraid of birds in real life (their feet, eek!), but I love birds and birdcages in design.
• Have you seen Martha Stewart’s new line of cabinetry? Gorgeous. I want to create a laundry room with them.
• These modern family trees are a brilliant idea.
• You’ve probably heard about active vs. passive income for online businesses, but here’s why passive income is a myth.
• I love the new Cartolina iPhone app! Such a sweet way to send a note.
• And yeah, I wish I could dance too.