Archive For The “things i love” Category

Goodwill Hunting

By | February 27, 2013

I recently ventured to my local Goodwill in search of some plain ceramic dishware for this DIY project. Browsing was required because you never know what you might find. Ain’t that the truth! I’ve been obsessed with old ornate frames that have been given new life with bright coats of paint and wanted one for myself. [...]

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Photos from CHA part 1

By | January 13, 2013

I am having a blast at CHA, taking it all in and feeling really inspired. Here are a few of my favorite photos from Day 1. Click here to view all of my photos from Day 1.

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Spray painted pinecones

By | December 17, 2012

It’s Monday – December 17… how did this happen? Talk about the month flying by in a flash! At least here in Southern CA it’s finally beginning to look a bit like winter; I’m lovin’ this rain lately. Today’s spray painted project is my favorite: pine cones. Last Christmas as I walked around campus I [...]

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My So-Called Life

By | December 15, 2012

When I was a teenager, there was a remarkable show on TV called “My So-Called Life” which seemed to be the voice of my generation. It continually baffled us each week when we heard our own thoughts and experiences come out of the mouths of characters Angela, Rayanne, Rickie, Sharon, Bryan and even sometimes Jordan. [...]

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Dame Jane Goodall

By | October 4, 2012

What did you do while at work on Tuesday? Me? Oh, no big deal: just hosted Jane Goodall for a speaking engagement. The tickets were a labor of love, as I got to design & bring them to life. I wanted something that would be viewed as a souvenir by the audience, and I think (hope) I [...]

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Freebie Friday

By | September 7, 2012

Welcome back to Freebie Friday – today I’ve been playing around with some thank you cards. The first pdf features thanks in various forms. As always, click the thumbnail to go to the download.  I hope you enjoy. Cheers.

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The Perfect Day

By | August 9, 2012

…for a crisp summer salad. 1 Bartlett Pear 1 Package Strawberries 1 Nectarine 1 Valencia Orange 1 Romaine Lettuce Heart 1 tsp Lemon Juice 1 tsp sesame seeds 1 handful uncooked ramen Mix it up, eat it all and smile for the rest of the day. Sometimes I also drizzle a slight bit of raspberry vinaigrette [...]

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Candy Coated Fury

By | July 31, 2012

Hey everyone! Exciting times in the world o’ska: my homies Reel Big Fish released their newest full-length album, Candy Coated Fury, in stores and online today. I’ve been listening to it virtually non-stop since I got my grubby little hands on a copy at their show this weekend and lemme tell ya, after 15+ years of dancing [...]

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Even more chevron

By | June 27, 2012

My chevron pattern downloads continue to be the most popular feature of this here blog, so I will continue to indulge you. Today’s downloads come from a request by reader Ashley, who asked for greys, navy and yellows. Here is the first batch of greys for you, Ashley! Thanks for writing in. I’ll have more [...]

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Freebie Friday!

By | May 25, 2012

Happy Friday!!! It’s been pretty quiet around here this week because I’ve been up to my eyeballs in work, crafts and baking. Fun stuff! Today I’ve got a lovely little recipe to share with you: my ever-so famous Tasty Hot Wing Dip- yummo! This is a surefire hit at parties and SO easy to make. [...]

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