INSTAGRAM EYE CANDY!

Since last time when I posted about a few of the Instagrammers that we like was a success, and people seemed to respond pretty well... I felt like maybe I should start to make it a new thing... Thoughts?

I know I am always looking for new and interesting things to feast my eyes upon. From featuring things like our 'Artists Watch' feature to posting on our Pinterest to our very own Instagram account- it might be pretty evident that we are pretty visual people...

Anyways... here are a few more Instagram accounts that we have been feasting our eyes upon lately, and can't get enough of.

1: Britt Bass:  A very talented young artist- her Instagram is filled with her work and her inspiration.

2: Lulie Wallace:  She was featured on our 'Artist Watch' series, and since then- I can't stop looking at her Instagram account- it is filled with little sneak peaks of what is to come!

3: Teil Duncan:  Ms. Duncan was also featured on our 'Artist Watch' feature- her posts are a behind the scenes look at her process, and the inspiration for her works!

4: Studio McGee: Shea McGee is a VERY talented designer who gives us a peak in to her exciting world of design!

5: BonPouf: This crazy gal makes cotton candy look like an art form!

6: Poppy Talk: This husband and wife team have a stunning feed! They have recently been working on the hashtag #poppytalksummercolors . CHECK IT OUT! #worthit

What do you think?

If you ever see any one worth taking a look at, please mention them to us! we are ALWAYS looking for new accounts to follow!!!

FALL COLORS AROUND THE HOUSE

Everyone loves fall colors. They're bright, but warm, and help to usher in that horrible cold winter with it's bleak blues and whites. I know there is still a tiny bit of summer left, but I wanted to share some of the fall colored inspiration that has been sparking my interest these days. I'm into everything ranging from clothes, to home furniture, to more temporary seasonal pieces. I like things that remind me of fall often, but can also look great year round.

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These adorable vases I found on Etsy would go perfectly on a dining room or breakfast table, and could be mixed and matched to fit a variety of seasons.

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I love a piece like this that can really create a focal point in a room, but not overwhelm because it's a relatively simple and small table. It's also bright red, so I pretty much love it. Thanks overstock.com.

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A bit more themed than some other items on this list, these jars are somewhat subtle but a fun Halloween decoration.

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This duvet set is in a nice fall hue, but would still look great through summer as well. And the design would definitely be helpful for people like me who don't always get their bed made right away. It'll hide wrinkles well :)

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Everyone loves a colored Kitchen Aid, and I'm no exception. This color is more unique than some, without being too bold or clashing with most kitchen designs.

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Modcloth never fails to deliver in the comfy department, and this sweater/sweatshirt fits right in. Sometimes they have some pretty cheesy names for their pieces, but the airport cardigan is most aptly named. I can totally imagine being extremely comfortable in a plane, particularly in fall and winter in this item.

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Perfect for a casual fall brunch with black leggings, this top (provided it's not too bright of an orange in person) is a perfect fall piece without conjuring too many images of pumpkins, leopards or Halloween.

What do you look for to get ready for fall? We'd love to hear about it!

WINDOW FRAME WALL ART INSPIRATION

Earlier this week a friend of mine consulted my advice on an art project she wants to add to her bedroom, incorporating some old salvaged windows that she found. I am always game for some multimedia artwork, so I was happy to lend my advice (with the might of Pinterest behind me).

I was tasked with finding options for affixing the frames to the wall (or not, since they're quite heavy) as well as solutions for painting and filling the frames. I'm still not sure which direction we're going to take it, but all of the following were inspiration for what's to come, which will surely be a future post!

These can all be found on our blog's Pinterest page as well, along with other great DIY inspiration.

Have any of you worked with window frames as wall art? Did you learn any lessons? Any advice? They're quite heavy, so do we dare hang them? Or artistically lean them on top of the dresser like vanity mirrors? We're debating the merits of refinishing the wood, or repainting a basic white, or something more bold and dramatic.

INSTAGRAMMERS WE JUST CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF!

Obviously you have heard of Instagram by now and if not... well, now you have! Hopefully you have also have checked out our Instagram page! If not- you should!

Anyways, IG is full of amazingly wonderful people who take pretty awesome pictures and share them with the world.

I always like finding new and fantastic people to follow- and hopefully you do too! Here is a list of some people I think are worth checking out!!!

1: Jen Gotch: Creative Director over at Ban.do- her pictures are equally fun and creative as her work! (If you like Kittens, you should definitely check her out)


2: Design Love Fest: Bri Emery is the Creative Director of both DesignLoveFest and I Heart Blogshop- her Instagrams are full of life, and are as colorful as it is.


3: Emily Jeffords: a painter who shares her work and the colorful behind the scenes


4: Creature Comforts: creatures and nature spoken though pictures.


5: Happy Mundane: Jonathan Lo simply *but beautifully) documents the colorful world around him.


6: Laura Ruth: beautiful inspiring pictures or colorful patterns in nature.

Is there anyone you follow on Instagram that is worth taking a look at?

INSPIRED: DIPPING EVERYTHING I CAN FIND

The internet is a bittersweet thing, and I cannot seem to get over my mixed feeling about it. Here is why- I find SO MANY DIY ideas while I am out and about on the internet, that I think it almost gives me false hope about what all I can accomplish in a 24-hour day. Seriously, does anyone else feel like this, or is it just me?

That being said, it is mostly my fault... I am really inspired by nearly every DIY I find online, and some of the ones that have really struck me are anything with homemade and dipped in the title.

Here are some of the things I have been finding on the interwebs:

These are definitely going to be my next DIY project!

1: DIY Watercolor Napkins

2: Nail Polish to Create Marbled Votives

3: DIY Dip-Dye Ribbons

4: Dip Dyed Valentine's Day Stationery

5: Indigo DIY Project

6: DIY Indigo Shibori Dyed Kitchen Towels

and the list goes on and on and on...

What all have you been inspired by lately?

What craft projects are you planning?

ETSY ROUND-UP: NOTABLE SHOPS

I spend a lot of time looking on Etsy. They have so many amazing artists who sell their various treasures- from home goods, to art, to antiques, and even custom pieces of work made to your specifications.

It is really a magical place, and I am happy to have found some pretty amazing sellers and some awesome pieces over the years!

I want to share some of the amazing shops that I have found with you, so you can be in on the fun!

1: BelloPop: A fun colorful shop that sells anything from pretty matches to colorful prints for your lifestyle!


2: Sucre Shop: Great 'go-to' place for fun and different party goods


3: Lola Donoghue: An awesome and talented artist who sells her pieces of art at a very reasonable and affordable price!


4: Silver Tree Art: An amazing shop full of fun colorful motivation cards.


5: Parima Creative Studio: Colorful art and animals prints.


6: Elizabeth Mayville: Pretty pictures of pretty ladies (or at least the back of their heads).


7: Wit and Whistle: Funny and creative cards and other paper goods.


8: Wind and Willow Home: Pretty cool and colorful pieces for your home.


9: Kari Herer: Amazing still life photography.


10: Leigh Viner: Wonderful illustrations of ladies.


11: Studio Legohead: Funny animal pictures- you can even have her make one of your pet!

Do you have any Etsy shops you love? If so, let us know!!!