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Fabrics Galore Part Deux

Here are more fabrics from Purl Soho that I absolutely love. These are perfect for spring! Maybe I should re-upholster my dining set or make some curtains or even a cute pair of capris. You know, my birthday is just around the corner…hint hint…


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visual complexity

Every once in a while when doing research something catches our breath. This interesting, beautiful and most importantly functional visualization did just that. Visual Complexity really knows how to take complex information and turn it into a truly understandable visualization. These sure aren’t your grandfathers graphs and charts.


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Fabrics Galore

Research is so much fun! Especially when I happen onto a very fun website. Check out these fabrics from Volksfaden. I love the illustration, the pattern, the color. Time to get out the sewing machine…


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Babushka-mazing!

What a sweet way to say a simple greeting! These precious note cards featuring twelve Russian doll illustrations made me smile all the way to the online shopping cart! I can’t wait to see the postman’s face when I put one of these cute dolls in the post. If you need some new fun stationary head over to modcloth and go crazy… I did.


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Keep your money in this whimsical wallet series!

Ryan Wallace definitely knows how to make me spend my hard earned cash. Using mixed media he creates rich textured illustrations that should belong on all of my things! I love the use of these colors and the fun memories that come to mind when looking at the Ferris Wheel. sigh…


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I’m packing my bags for Belgium

Figuratively anyway. A designer’s dream stay — all based on the Pantone color matching system. A total of 59 rooms, in seven different color palettes, the Pantone Hotel was designed by Michal Penneman and Architect Olivier Hannert. I would love to visit someday and enjoy a waffle breakfast in bed.Come to think of it… maybe I can stop on my way to Berlin!


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Playful yet sophisticated!

Personalized stationary is one of my little joys. Using this lovely stationary from Minted is sure to be a hit with all my designer friends. Available in 3 different colors, with matching envelopes and address labels. Where did I put that pen…


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A little textile called Jaipur

The hand embroidery on this cotton pattern is delicate and mesmerizing. I want to wear it and make a project out of it. Check out Knoll for all the different color variations. I cant decide what color, maybe I’ll get two or three or four…


See how the inspiration of creativity feeds us. Click on one of the images below and take a tour of our creativity.