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get yer heart on–nordic style

Published on January 21st, 2009
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record breaking cold temperatures are keeping everyone indoors. our primal instincts are taking over, encouraging us to snuggle up & hit the snooze button. don’t let the chill keep you from partying– need some encouragement? look north!
hearty inspiration abounds. these folk embrace the cold in ways we can learn from. [...]

poppytalk handmade: my faves

Published on January 20th, 2009
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in search of inspiration?
need a little pick-me-up for your heart (the inauguration didn’t do it?)
check this stuff out on poppytalk handmade. be alive, be real, be.

sweetheart craft

Published on January 20th, 2009
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get ready. valentine’s day is just around the corner. we’re gonna have some fun, heartfelt crafts coming your way, so get ready to let your love shine.
to start us off….this kayte terry smelly good sachet from craft stylish.
check it.

double your pleasure

Published on January 15th, 2009
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hosting a spa themed bridal shower?
looking for a fun party favor that’s green & sexy?
check out these great massage candles from jimmyjane–with a simple ingredients list:  soy wax, shea butter, alow, jojoba oil, vitamin E, essential oils & natural fragrance–that keeps it really green.  the pink lotus sounds delightful, but i am equally enticed by [...]

keep calm & carry on

Published on January 15th, 2009
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the posters are everywhere.
now you can put it on your lips.
etsy seller, least likely 2 breed, makes these fun tubes that will get your guests ready for some serious liplock.  not veg friendly (lanolin) so buyer beware.
they would make fun party favors now that the arctic freeze is upon us.
i also dig her tubes of  [...]

craft project: “roll up to-go” cutlery stash

Published on January 9th, 2009
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a meditation group here in NYC that i like–interdependence project–started a back to the sack campaign last year. the idea being that we NYers should carry our own bags as a way to combat all the plastic ones about town. it’s a cool movement and they have inspired LES shop owners to help minimize [...]

last minute recycled holiday craft

Published on December 23rd, 2008
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this super easy craft, shown here by fellow HWTM finalist–erin godbey, is an quick & fun way to put up some last ditch holiday decorations. and you’ll be recycling!
i’ve seen them out of straight newspaper, but i really love how she color coordinated papers for the different trees. you could go monochromatic or [...]

favorites from the “inspire me” contest

Published on December 23rd, 2008
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if you’ve read any of my recent posts you know i was a lucky finalist in the wonderful hostess with the mostess’ holiday “inspire me” contest. while i didn’t win–sigh–one of my favorite contestants, erin godbey, did come in third place. i wanted to share her super cute idea for a retro christmas.
this [...]

green grechen giveaway

Published on December 23rd, 2008
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visit green grechen for a fun giveaway–this lovely limited edition tote & matching print from environmentally conscious graphic designer, mel lim.
she makes every effort to be environmentally conscious in her work, using recycled cotton, soy-based inks, acid-free felt paper, and biodegradable stationery packaging. the tote you might win is made in the USA with [...]

i’m dreamin’ of a euro christmas!

Published on December 19th, 2008
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another inspiration board i did–this one had me in total fantasy land. maybe it was the trip to paris in september, or that i’ve always dreamed of a christmas in vienna. i don’t know. but something about this made me feel warm inside. the vintage & ole world elements, pair [...]

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