10.28.2010

Random bit.

Dilemma #1 - lost phone.  
Dilemma #2 - no one around to call it for you:(

Solution! Go to this brilliant website, enter your number and tada.....it calls your phone for you!  Even works for us Canucks:)



10.26.2010

Patriotic bit.

Obsession du jour?  Cake flags.  Random, I know....but aren't they the prettiest? Check out  Nikole (Herriott Grace), her handy dandy dad and their beautiful story/crafts here.











10.25.2010

Inspiration bit.

The 60's! Smoky eyes, pale lips, heavy bangs = retro perfection. 
Julia Stegner for Vogue Turkey



Fashion bit.

Drool-worthy hardware.
annie costello brown, via shiny squirrel







10.21.2010

Design bit.

Crushin' on Garance Doré's beautiful illustrations.  Don't you just love her adaptation of  chic Parisian style?  Find streetstyle pictures and more here.



10.20.2010

Food bit.

Hosting a dinner party?  Oh, so you fancy huh?  Kidding, check out this helpful
"how to" guide for table setting/fork etiquette tips.


10.16.2010

Crafty bit.

Pour mon ami, Safia.

Aren't these Stamps of Disapproval hilarious? Thought they might be perfect for your students!  Huh? 




10.15.2010

Crafty bit.

Don't you love this handwritten print for Flour Pot Bakery?  Gimme one of those deluxe baguettes right now!  Sara Nicely














Fashion bit.

Acid leather backpack?  Yes, please.  These lovely bags courtesy of Oak's inhouse brand sure are A.OK by me.  Available in black and white, check em out here oak nyc


10.13.2010

Inspiration bit.

Love these simple illustrations from Studio Violet.  Aren't they darling?!



10.11.2010

Design bit.

Dang! Is this for real?  A Willy-Wonka'esque crash pad filled with bright "primary" colours?!  This drool-worthy six-floor, 15,500 sq ft Tribeca (wowzers!) home belongs to Paige West gallery owner of Mixed Green in NYC and was designed by Ghislaine Viñas.






10.04.2010

Fashion bit.

Pretty Knits.
Aren't these bows delightful?  The mustard headband has fall written all over it!   Check out Emma's handmade crafts here - Emmadine:knitted






10.02.2010

Beauty bit.

Classic Film meets Classic Polish. 
Named after five iconic movies, NARS launches a new limited-edition Vintage Nail Polish Collection - October 1st.  Originally debuted in the early 90s, these metallic must haves are on limited release.  Grab em while you can. 
























L to R
King Kong, Zulu, Midnight Express, Mash and Full Metal Jacket


Crafty bit.

"Alaskan Winter" the new collection from Manimal is now available online!  Beautifully hand crafted moccasins (vegan!), necklaces, and belts made with leather scraps and recycled/reworked materials.  Check out their website here - http://save-the-manimals.com/