design challenge. project runway. more carol hannah.

Ok so I liked last weeks Carol Hannah inspired stationery so much I've decided to run with it and expand on it to make a set. The Tiffany blue and black and white details has me swooning. And that emblem! I just may be obsessed with it.

Here is #2 in the set. 2 more to come.



Check out that monogram. Is it not to die for?

What a great design challenge this has become. Totally not where I intended to go with it but sometimes great things happen that way. What do you think, is it superb?

This might just turn into a giveaway. Hint: Start thinking of some names to call this set.

happy birthday firefox.

To celebrate their 5th birthday Firefox has embarked on a design challenge.

The challenge: create a poster design that will help spread the word about and rally our community around Firefox's 5th birthday.

The prize: The winning design will be featured on Mozilla websites and merchandise, and the winning artist will be highlighted on the Creative Collective homepage and the Mozilla Blog.

The entry:



To vote:

Voting starts December 9, 2009 and ends December 16, 2009. Click here to login and vote. Yes, you must be a member of Mozilla Creative Collective, but it only takes a minute and it's free.

Happy voting and Happy Birthday Firefox!

design challenge. project runway. carol hannah.

My favorite Project Runway designer was Carol Hannah. I love her style. It is very modern and her dresses can be worn by the average everyday girl. Not to mention that she is this cute southern gal with big personality.

This week I have designed Carol Hannah inspired stationery. It features a modern look with polka dots draped from a custom emblem, that reminds me of a fancy mannequin turned sideways, with a ultra mod monogram set inside. The Tiffany blue and bold black color gives it a French appeal. I think it would be a great addition to any designers desk, no?

every last detail.

Lauren over at The Design Grove has moved her blog and launched Every Last Detail!

In Lauren's words...

"Every Last Detail will be providing inspiration, ideas, and insight to encompass every last detail of planning a wedding. From inspiration boards to wedding planning tips, all the way to gift ideas and DIY projects for your wedding or home. Coming from the perspective of a recent bride as well as an event professional, there is sure to be something for everyone on Every Last Detail!"

I have been following The Design Grove for a few months now. I always find great inspiration and tips for brides to be. Every Last Detail also features "Resources to Love!" where brides can find vendors, photographers and stationers. And of course you can find me there. :)

So what are you still doing here? Go on over to Every Last Detail and add it to your reader.

addressing the envelope.

'Tis the season for greeting cards. It's the busiest time of the year for the Post Office with packages and Holiday greeting cards being mailed to friends and relatives all over the world.

Need some help with addressing your envelopes with the proper etiquette? Here's a resource that has been helpful to me. Crane & Co. gives etiquette tips for addressing wedding invitation envelopes, but these tips will work just as well for those greeting cards.

I think a nice touch is to hand write the addresses on your envelopes. It's much more personal and not so commercial feeling. Why not try your hand at calligraphy like I did? Hint: Calligraphy pens at your local craft store are very helpful and can make anybodies handwriting look elegant.

blabs. my new year.

I'm a little early but it's on my mind right now. I'm thinking about what the year as brought me and how things can change in a single instant. This weekend will actually be a year since my "New Year" began. I have been faced with so much. Heartache, emotional roller coasters, soul searching, fear, happiness, travel, friendships, accomplishments. It has been a year like no other. I have learned about myself and what life really means to me and what I want to do. I am still on that journey and I plan to continue to enjoy it. It's been a selfish year. And that's ok. Because you must know yourself and be true to yourself in order to be true to others and be able to give.

As for that "things can change in an instant" thing. Isn't it funny how one minute you can be completely down on your luck and blue and wondering if you will ever find what you are looking for and then the next, well to be honest, completely...ummmm...smitten. Definitely didn't expect that. Can't wait to see what else is in store. And definitely can't wait till the real New Year. In Atlanta.

Happy New Year!

P.S. GO GATORS!

design challenge. project runway.

Yes I jumped on board this season with Project Runway. As the first season I have ever watched I completely fell for the show. It gave me inspiration. I have no intentions on going to buy a sewing machine and bust out the fabrics and dive into the fashion world. It gave me inspiration for my designs. The show made me think about different ways of doing things, different techniques to use. Generally, it had me thinking outside the box.

So with that said this month's design challenge will be with Project Runway flare.

To get started this was inspired by Heidi's famous quote. "In fashion, one day you're in, and the next you're out."