a pretty package

I'm a big fan of pretty packaging. I'll buy loads of things I don't need just because the wrapping is cute, or I like the font/logo design.

These little 2x2x2 boxes caught my eye. Now all I need is a party to plan!

Set of 25 - $60
enzo & lola

a girly buckle

At the risk of looking like I just walked into a saloon looking for a gunslingin good time - depending on the size of this beauty - I thought this was too cute to not share.

Find it at Caughtredhanded's Etsy shop
$25.00

write it down

I've had many a note pad in my day. Scratch that, still have many note pads as I find one I cant live without and toss the old CLWO into the drawer -- that drawer that holds all lost treasures waiting to one day be discovered. I tend to buy a new one when I get on a fitness bender and feel the need to track my workouts and intake. (Usually right after I buy a new pair of sneaks to 'motivate' me.) I'm easy. Oh hell, I just like to shop.

I found this little gem which not only is a gnarly little pad...but it gets the mind working with the inspirational question if you could open a door to anywhere, where would you go? hmm

Have Adventures Notepad
$10
OhBabyaustin.com

digg indie

thanks to the queen of all things preppy for the nudge back into my poor neglected little blog.

I'm always looking up indie or homemade crafter sites to support the little guy... and i'm never dissappointed. (when surfing lets me down I fondle my way through etsy)

the newest digg up in the sandbox is this fun little tote

Raindrops Tote - Lime by Modern Radar
$24.00
shop.indie.com

lets wrap

as a self proclaimed wrapping snob, I will wrap a gift in white offset paper and draw on it myself if I cant find a roll I like. I've fallen head over heels over all the designs at Heidi

shop heidi
$21.99

kick it!

i love high heels
i have a door that wont stay open

I dont want to ruin a real shoe...

problem solved.

Foot in the Door Door Stop

http://www.spoonsisters.com/

$9.50

couture coffee

a fluff item? maybe, but also earth friendly considering you can leave the cardboard caffeine cozy in the cafe.

yes, I see the cardboard cup. one at a time...

Cup Couture Sleeve
http://www.wishingfish.com/510649m.html
$12.00

clever shakers

Learn chemistry and spice up your dinner simultaneously.

really, you never know when you might end up on 1 vs 100 with no backups and need to know what salt is for a hundred thousand dollars.

salt + pepper shakers
modernpoverty.com
$20

i'm freezing

this might be helpful to only me
since its clear I talk to me and TCP
and I'm pretty sure Mr TCP
most likely knows this... but my
iPod keeps freezing up on me
and I have to google
what to do every time.

Its simple.
For my generation with a click wheel:
Press and hold the Menu and Center (Select) buttons
simultaneously until the Apple logo appears,
about 6 to 8 seconds. You may need to repeat this step.

if you are in need,
here is the link to find how to thaw your i.
how to reset iPod

whats going on

keep it together kate spade style.

having been called out and called up
where are you
more than I care to admit I have to fess up that a pocket calendar has saved my arse more than a time or two. this little cutie might just find her way in my case for 2008

$16
see jane work

supersoft cuddly

Just purchased one of these Minkee's for a friend from orangepeelbaby.com
Its easily the softest, cutest thing ever.
(the one I bought isn't on the site anymore)

excellent craftsmanship too!!

Minkee Soft dot fabric reverses to coordinating print, minkee, or fleece. Quilted to eliminate shifting of fabrics. Finished with traditional quilt binding. One of the softest, best constructed baby blankets around! Measures approx 30" x 32". $38 each

photo girl

I am so sad. This was made for me, and my Photography degree!
yet I will never have it as it has been sold out. :(

waa, waa

was $78 at
fredflare

on the rocks

The dots could be fun for seeing through to how much of your tasty treat is left. Or they could be a dead giveaway that you've enjoyed one too many when you're tipping it right and left to see the cool bouncing balls. er, never done that? go ahead, give it a whirl...

Melrose Rocks Glass
by Coctail Vibe
$21.99 - set of 2

fresh walls

The easiest way to freshen up a room is with paint.
What better way to keep it fresh than use earth friendly paint from Yolo Colorhouse

They use low and zero-voc paint products.

"VOC's are the solvents in paint which evaporate easily at room temperature –the stinky stuff, bad for people and the environment. VOCs are thought to be contributors to the depletion of the ozone layer, as well as contributors to poor indoor air quality."

Find it at Yolo Colorhouse
$39.95 a gallon

GORGEOUS colors.
Check out the awesome posters you can purchase as well. I dig them...

spoon : the underdog

an ear tickler

Cant. Stop. Listening.



Jesca Hoop - Intelligentactile 101

go shead :tickle your ear:

personal baubles

personalized jewels
are perfect for
mothers,
girlfriends,
daughters,
metrosexuals...

I especially dig
that these are
stackable!!
(and the font
is cool to boot)

Check them out
at sorellajewelry.com

stick it

pretty sure if I put my mind too it (and rented a projection screen) I could paint this on my wall, but why when I can stick this up there and simply peel it off when I'm done with that style.

http://www.paintlessdesign.com/

blue nikko

I've always wanted a hydrangea plant, however, given my black thumb I thought better.
Well, I threw caution to the wind and...

definitely digging my new bloom!!

ooooh baby is right

I dont care that its a diaper bag... i want it.

cambridge baby bag
www.moderntots.com
$130