girl bijou

hat cuteness...

2009-11-19T10:54:00.003-06:00

I love this hat from Sumomosuki! The combination of vintage sweater scraps is so unique and fun. I love the forties feel too with the side bow.

organizational nerd...

2009-11-17T10:13:00.004-06:00

Is it possible to swoon over a plastic bag organizer? Martha Stewart, you little devil, I'm powerless to your adorable organizational ways.

ruffles ruffles, love the ruffles

2009-11-11T15:31:00.003-06:00

This tee from AftonRiver is adorable! C'est tout!

whoopie!

2009-11-06T09:00:00.000-06:00

I first discovered the whoopie pie in small town Wisconsin this past summer. Sold by two Amish women, it was pure side of the road joy. It looks like it would be really dense but it's light and airy and just like heaven. This whoopie pie kit from Little Brown Pen is just too adorable. The kit includes 8 muslin bags, 8 gift tags, and her grandmother's whoopie pie recipe. She says it's "legendary" and I'm dying to find out!

you look so pretty in that light...

2009-11-05T10:09:00.005-06:00

I think this vintage pendant lamp from LampGoods would be so adorable in our dining room. Pretty and old school for a pretty little old school house.

make your mark...

2009-10-30T11:46:00.003-05:00

I remember having stamps when I was younger, the fascination didn't last very long. It may be time to pick them up again. This stamp set from Lemon Tree is too cool. I love the modern prints.

ruffle love...

2009-09-25T09:50:00.004-05:00

I LOVE THIS BAG from Love Janice! Oh my. Love, love, love it.

it's time for a new watch...

2009-08-31T13:03:00.005-05:00

I adore this watch by OAK! I love watches that look like bracelets and this is just the epitome of cool.

a la: {Bliss}

is there a letter in there for me?

2009-08-25T13:36:00.004-05:00

The new office collection by Oh Joy! is so so adorable, I need to find a reasonable excuse to buy
this and this and this!

Fifi Lapin

2009-07-24T09:17:00.005-05:00

I adore these prints from Fifi Lapin. They are so unique and interesting in the best possible way. I wish she drew hip little boy bunnies, I would totally put one in the nursery.

a la: {Creature Comforts}

j'adore le stripes...

2009-07-16T10:07:00.006-05:00

I already own a reusable grocery tote but I thought these stripe ones from Baggu were too adorable to pass up. I bought the baby one and, as Goldilocks would say, it's "just right" for my lunch.

a la: {Design Sponge}

bag addiction...

2009-07-15T12:10:00.006-05:00

Pansy Maiden

Goodship

I love bags and these are uber cute! If you use the following promo codes: MODISH or PAPERNSTITCH at the Pansy Maiden site you can get 15% off!

adorably comfortable...

2009-06-22T14:50:00.004-05:00

I love when comfort doesn't have to sacrifice style. This can certainly be true of this hoodie by Prairie Underground. The details are romantic and perfectly adorable.

tweets...

2009-06-19T15:58:00.002-05:00

I am in love with these little note birds from Amy Interiors! Each bird comes with a vellum scroll with a pre-written message or a blank one to write one of your own. I would use these birds again and again with my own paper. Whenever your hubbie or child was having a special day or a bad day, they could find a surprise bird outside their bedroom door with a little note of encouragement or congratulations. Adorable.

fun new read...

2009-06-03T15:10:00.005-05:00

I found the cutest blog today. iDiY is dedicated to weddings but they have so many cute ideas that could be used in everyday life. These hand soap labels are adorable and I would love to make some just for little ol' me. Check out their DIY Tutorials and Freebies/Downloads/ sections.

oh how i love thee, let me count the ways...

2009-05-27T15:12:00.004-05:00

This satchel from DrikaB is absolutely adorable! I love it and kind of pine for it. All of her bags are pretty awesome.

is it june yet?

2009-05-19T10:08:00.003-05:00

I am so excited about this movie! John Krasinski AND Maya Rudolph AND it looks adorable! Check out the trailer...

cover me...

2009-05-13T14:49:00.005-05:00

Amy Butler has a new bedding line coming out in June!

a la: {Decor8}

pricey laundry...

2009-04-24T09:50:00.000-05:00

It's so wrong that I love a laundry bag that costs $56!

Bag: India Rose

a la: {Apartment Therapy}

perk up your postman...

2009-04-23T10:43:00.003-05:00

I love these envelope wraparounds from Tape Swell!

mismatch this mismatch that...

2009-04-20T09:05:00.004-05:00

I stumbled onto this site Honest Fare, a food blog by a woman named Gabi in Florida. I haven't even really begun to look at her recipes but her photos are very pretty. I love this photo of her aprons, probably mainly because I really want to copy it for the stairwell leading to our basement. I love the mismatched knobs, they are adorable!

you had me at ruffle...

2009-04-15T09:10:00.004-05:00

Oh my goodness, oh my goodness, I am just in love with this bag from Jujie!! I love the subtle girliness that the ruffle gives off next to the manly gray fabric. *Sigh*

a la: {Decor8's "Etsy Take Five Tuesday"}

hanger art...

2009-04-09T16:17:00.003-05:00

I've been seeing this idea of using skirt hangers to hang art for awhile now, but never with an additional hanger at the bottom for support. Either way, with one or two, it's definitely cute. It adds a little pizazz to something you would ordinarily just tack up.

a la: {Apartment Therapy}

beautiful comfort...

2009-04-07T13:45:00.004-05:00

I am loving the incredibly unique hoodies by Rose La Biche. I really have never seen anything like them. Who says you can't be comfortable and cute at the same time?

a la: {Modish}

hello my pretty...

2009-03-30T16:20:00.004-05:00

Banana Republic sent me an email this morning (yeah, we're tight). I love the detailing on this top and the whole ensemble. Spring shopping is hard to resist.

post this...

2009-03-26T15:20:00.003-05:00

I just love all the diy ideas and free printables available at Creature Comforts. These mailing labels are adorable.

forget the storage caddy...

2009-03-11T09:57:00.004-05:00

I love this porcelain desk organizer from the MoMA Store in NYC. It doesn't look at all like office supplies and it's sweet & romantic.

a la: {Oh Joy!}

project time!!

2009-03-10T14:29:00.004-05:00

It must have been the brief glimpse of 50 degree weather that got me thinking about my front porch because now I am really in the mood to spruce up its drab looking self. I found this cute Amy Butler fabric from down shadow lane for some pillow covers that I think will do just the trick!

my what a pretty window...

2009-03-04T15:16:00.002-06:00

This is absolutely genius! I love fancy window films (see "j'taime" and "window lace"), but with the fancy comes the pricey. Or at least until now! With Design*Sponge's diy instructions, I can just make my own with regular clear contact paper and white paint! Love, love, love it.

define me...

2009-02-19T10:59:00.003-06:00

I love quizzes and I love decorating so it makes sense that I would be intrigued by quizzes that define one's style. Sproost has an interesting quiz that determines your personal style based on your opinion of varying rooms. I never seem to be totally agree with my results when it comes to these quizzes, but I guess as long as "chic" is in the description I'm OK. What is your personal style?

Mine is:
60% Cottage Chic
30% Rustic Revival
10% Vintage Modern

a la: {How About Orange}

opposites attract...

2009-02-16T15:37:00.003-06:00

Oh my goodness, I think these concrete tumblers from Charles & Marie are so incredibly cool. I love how the glasses marry a hard utilitarian substance with a lighter, fragile one. Too bad they are so expensive and already sold out!

a la: {Mighty Haus}

you're sweet...

2009-02-13T14:37:00.004-06:00

These pink lemon cupcakes from justJENN recipes are super cute. They appear to be fairly simple to make and wouldn't be a hassle like these Santa cookies were! Gotta love great design made simple. :)

a la: {design crush}

be mine...

2009-02-12T13:57:00.005-06:00

Creature Comforts posted today about some adorable and quirky cards from Kate Spade. They are very fun! :)

a bit of paris...

2009-02-11T10:54:00.002-06:00

I love the storybook quality of this print of Paris by Art Quirk. Nina Clough, shop owner, is based in England and has many other wonderful prints of European destinations.

printable cuteness...

2009-02-06T15:58:00.003-06:00

Lolly Chops has the cutest free printables for you to download; tags, labels, paper, cards, note cards and recipe cards. Enjoy!

a la: {Creature Comforts}

sittin' pretty...

2009-02-03T15:35:00.001-06:00

I think a little drool came out of my mouth when I saw these chairs from Target.

a la: {How About Orange}

i could just eat you up...

2009-01-29T16:18:00.004-06:00

Oh my! My favorite PBS chef Jamie Oliver has foodstuffs for sale. Yummy food and good design. *Sigh*

a la: {Design is Mine}

write that down...

2009-01-23T15:02:00.006-06:00

I have the cutest little matchbook notepad from a restaurant in NYC called Cafe Gitane. An adorable notepad to match an adorable restaurant. Definitely go if you are ever near Mott Street! Seriously. I'm not joking.

I have been hesitant to even use the notepad because I don't want my memento run out! I don't know why I didn't think of just replacing the pages or for that matter, making more! All those cute matchbooks that pile up in junk drawers can now be put to good use with this tutorial from Design*Sponge.

something to think about...

2009-01-22T10:21:00.002-06:00

Creature Comforts' 'Quote of the Day'

stamp this...

2009-01-21T15:31:00.000-06:00

I adore these handlettered address stamps by Letter Girl!

a la: {Design Crush}

kind to the earth & pretty on the eye...

2009-01-14T15:39:00.000-06:00

Hende has such pretty organic cotton & recycled fibers clothing. I am hoping that an adult size of that hat becomes available soon!

calgon take me away...

2009-01-12T15:41:00.003-06:00

I love this bathtub!

a la: {Remodelista}

tres chic....

2009-01-09T12:16:00.001-06:00

I love how the blog world can keep you stumbling from one new blog to the next. Fall in love with one, see who else they love, and suddenly there is not enough time to keep up with all your new loves.

On Monday bliss led me to A Cup of Jo and now A Cup of Jo has led me to Garance Dore. Joanna Goddard (A Cup of Jo) interviews Garance Dore how to dress like a french woman and I love it. It's a simple look into a french woman's style.

For more from Joanna, check out her relationship blog at Glamour: Smitten

Photo: {Garance Dore}

sigh

2009-01-05T12:15:00.004-06:00

Last Monday I posted about my love for bliss and now I'm compelled to do it again. Such lovely photos bliss found from A Cup of Jo. The photos are by Max Wanger and they are gorgeous. Check out A Cup of Jo for more!

happy new year!

2008-12-31T18:00:00.000-06:00

a la: {nullalux}

wallpaper made simple...

2008-12-31T10:22:00.000-06:00

I recently saw a cool post from Casa Sugar about "paste the wall" wallpaper from Graham & Brown. It's a non-permanent way to add a punch of style without all the frustration of normal wallpaper. Pasting the wall rather than the wallpaper allows for easier installation and removal. When removing, the wallpaper comes off in full sheets and the paste can be cleaned up with soapy water. Perfect for all renters or those that are loathe to fight the usual wallpaper messiness! Read about Casa Sugar's test of the product to make up your own mind!

style fix....

2008-12-30T09:27:00.000-06:00

Rebecca was a recluse has the cutest feature on her flickr account titled Rebecca's Closet. A sweet photo diary of her outfits. Fun style and fun photos.

monday bliss

2008-12-29T11:42:00.006-06:00

I recently discovered the blog Bliss and have since been in love with Mrs. French's "I Heart Monday" feature. It's hard for me to concentrate on Mondays, just returning from the weekend and a little depressed to be back behind my desk, but "I Heart Mondays" provides the perfect distraction. Short and sweet, this feature is a picture list of everything that Mrs. French loves, which oftentimes becomes something I love. :)

some friday faves...

2008-12-12T10:39:00.006-06:00

Some of my favorite etsy sellers....

Some of my favorite flickr photos...

1. untitled, 2. Deux cafés, s'il vous plaît., 3. untitled, 4. spare, 5. Silver thaw, 6. ∼ hidden strength ∼, 7. leslie., 8. bandoonblue, 9. And that's it for now..., 10. peach light, 11. Sleeping in., 12. Water Drops

tag, you're it...

2008-12-11T15:05:00.004-06:00

Super cute gift tags from Camilla Engman. Free to download for those presents starting to gather under the tree!

a la: {Creature Comforts}

paper decor...

2008-12-05T10:36:00.006-06:00

Pretty handmade paper Christmas decorations....

a la: {Creature Comforts}

a la: {Oh Joy!}

a la: {Wiki How}

it's all about the packaging...

2008-12-03T09:01:00.003-06:00

Travel in style with beautifully packaged shampoos, conditioners, body washes and creams from Lollia Life. I don't even know what they smell like but I want some just for their looks!

pure soft delight...

2008-11-25T14:49:00.003-06:00

I've been seeing a lot of neckwarmers lately, which are cute but just not voluminous enough for me. I like a big chunky scarf to cuddle up in at the bus stop. But this cowl by moo cow hand knits may have changed my mind. It looks so soft and comfortable, like I am drinking hot cocoa and watching snow fall outside a window. And how cool is it that it's made in Liverpool?!

travel in style...

2008-11-24T16:02:00.005-06:00

I currently use a suitcase to travel, even if the stay is only for one night. It's all I have. But these chic weekender bags from Jane Marvel are uber cute and could be just the thing to break the suitcase habit.

a la: {Elements of Style}

recycled loveliness...

2008-11-21T10:37:00.003-06:00

I have way too many of these pesky grocery bags and I adore this idea from Creature Comforts. I am a little intimidated by the task but to have a purpose for my Target plastic bags is totally worth the effort. If you have a birthday coming up, expect to see this little pom pom adorning your present.

i heart anthropologie...

2008-11-19T15:25:00.000-06:00

I need a fancy party...

a la: {Shop-A-Matic}

ciao...

2008-11-14T15:02:00.005-06:00

goodbye twenties...

a la: {danske}

you had me at anthro...

2008-11-13T15:10:00.002-06:00

I just love Anthropologie's newsletters, they make me want to buy or decorate whatever they are suggesting. I suppose that means I should be complimenting their marketing team. :)

something new to read...

2008-11-11T15:36:00.004-06:00

I've been looking for a new magazine to read ever since my Jane went away. Boho Magazine looks very promising, very promising indeed.

neck art...

2008-11-10T09:00:00.001-06:00

I am really struck by the beauty and uniqueness of this necklace by eninaj. It feels like a piece of art. Love it.

quelle surprise...

2008-11-07T09:00:00.000-06:00

Step into the Gap is right! This dress is adorable!

what a nice place to lay your head...

2008-11-05T09:00:00.000-06:00

I wish I was skilled enough to make this "Snow Mum" pillow by Amy Butler. If you happen to be...she has the pattern available to download, as well as others up on her site.

in the spirit of Halloween...

2008-10-29T12:09:00.005-05:00

I wasn't going to carve pumpkins this year. I always seem to leave them out just a little too long and then I have to scrape a gooey mess off the front steps. But that was until I saw these little gems. My friend has carved the pumpkin in the lower right of the night shot with only a kitchen utensil to punch the holes. That's easier than carving a face and these are just gorgeous! Now the lace patterns on the right are just ridiculous. No one can do that except Martha and I guess that makes sense being that she is the author of these designs.

a la: {unruly things}

new fall purchase...

2008-10-27T15:54:00.003-05:00

I am currently donning this adorable sweater from the Gap. I discovered it over the weekend and couldn't not buy it. It probably should have been put on a birthday wish list, but I just couldn't wait. I may be having a love affair with ruffles.

2008-10-23T14:29:00.003-05:00

It is getting colder and colder, which means it is time to get out those scarves. My scarves are either stuffed in a basket or strewn throughout the house, so I was pretty excited when I saw this fabric scarf holder on Apartment Therapy. The idea is pretty genius but I must be feeling lazy, I was hoping it was for sale instead of a diy project.

i feel pretty indeed....

2008-10-22T08:58:00.003-05:00

I just purchased this adorable winter cap from frosting couture. It's titled "I Feel Pretty" and I totally agree.

ruffle my feathers...

2008-10-15T12:06:00.011-05:00

This morning I checked my email to find a new message from shopamatic. It's a feature from New York Magazine and their slogan is "we window-shop so you don't have to." Fun, fun. Their latest spread is all about winter coats and I see the prettiest little ruffled coat. I entertain the idea that I actually need a new winter coat and decide to check it out....

Surprise surprise, it's from my favorite store, Anthropologie and consequently, $348. *Sigh*

i'm feeling light-headed....

2008-10-13T09:00:00.001-05:00

I am in love with textile designer Amy Butler's home, highlighted on sfgirlbybay's blog. *Sigh* I am particularly in love with one the clever use of the wall decal and the vase on the right side of the room. Genius. Be sure to check out the rest of Amy Butler's home, unless of course you are prone to swooning.

blank wall starving for a decision...

2008-10-10T09:00:00.000-05:00

I had been thinking about this idea from Blueprint magazine for my dining room wall but now I don't know! This idea from Design Crush is totally unique. I'm so fickle. Must come from all these design blogs I read, so much inspiration, so little time.

a spot for that glass of water...

2008-10-09T13:43:00.003-05:00

This shelf idea from Design Sponge is pure genius. Magazine holder turns to shelf just with a couple screws, love it. There isn't room for a nightstand in my bedroom and this could be just the fix!

fashion is pain...

2008-10-08T11:57:00.002-05:00

I kind of want to hurt myself just so I can use this.

a la: {Mighty Haus}

kitchen fun...

2008-10-07T11:50:00.004-05:00

It amuses me how often I fall for kitchen-related items since I do not cook at all. But here comes one again from Anthropologie via Mighty Haus. Yay for trivets!

eat up...

2008-10-06T09:00:00.000-05:00

These multipurpose utensils from A Plus R Store are super hip and add a mod flair to any appetizer.

a la: {Design Crush}

diy weekend...

2008-10-03T11:16:00.004-05:00

Check out Hostess with the Mostest's diy wine stem labels! I don't know why I didn't think of this...

cheers....

2008-10-01T09:00:00.000-05:00

This is a beautiful and unique use of recycled materials from bodhicitta.

what day is it?

2008-09-30T11:09:00.003-05:00

Etsy seller annacote has released her new screen print calendar for 2009. I have her 2008 version and use it for a fun pop of color and art for my desk. They sell out usually, so be sure to get yours!

gimmee gimmee

2008-09-18T16:29:00.003-05:00

I snuck in a little peak at the Mighty Haus blog today. Oh man, this duvet from West Elm is exactly like the one I saw at Anthropologie, just like Mighty Haus said! 1/3 the cost makes me want it 3 times more!

busy busy

2008-09-17T11:39:00.005-05:00

Busyness has come upon the fall I guess, I haven't had time to look for inspiration and my blog has been so lonely! And I'll be leaving soon on a trip to Colorado and again, won't be posting.

But in an effort to try to keep up, I'm posting the picture above from a little mini vacay over the weekend to see good friends. The picture is of a wine bar that I went to in Minneapolis and I just love the colors and the ambiance. It's kind of inspirational right?

sit down, stay awhile...

2008-09-10T11:29:00.002-05:00

This is our new beautiful couch from Room and Board. It has yet to arrive, but I am ever so excited!

sweet sweet ruffles...

2008-09-03T10:00:00.000-05:00

I love the ruffles on this tote from etsy seller madebyhank. It reminds me of a bedspread I just saw at Anthropologie. Very romantic.

if only they were all three day weekends...

2008-09-02T14:55:00.004-05:00

It was such a lovely three day weekend and I even had time to go shopping! I found this super darling, vintage inspired nightie at Victoria's Secret. I am so in love with it. I bought mine in a dark gray with cream colored ribbon.

i feel pretty...

2008-08-28T10:14:00.001-05:00

Oh so pretty, oh so pretty and witty....

This tank from Urban Outfitters is very sweet and romantic.

no priss here...

2008-08-22T14:46:00.004-05:00

Usually doilies are thought of as pretty prim and proper but these "doileez" from Modern Twist are anything but. Modern Twist is certainly true to their name. What a lovely twist on a vintage piece.

a la: {Hostess {with the mostess}}

felt this...

2008-08-21T16:21:00.004-05:00

My drinking glasses always stick to the coasters that we currently own and so I was very excited when I saw these diy coasters from Design Sponge. Cute, not sticky, and totally able to make myself!

mustache flair...

2008-08-20T12:18:00.003-05:00

This mustache glass from Bread and Badger is hilarious. Love it.

a la: {Modish}

cupcake cuteness...

2008-08-18T12:08:00.002-05:00

I spotted these terribly cute cupcakes on How About Orange. Plop these cuties in a vase and use them as your centerpiece for your next party!

The recipe is from Bakerella. She used the recipe for a tip on Nickelodeon's giveback.parentsconnect.com, which donates money to Feed the Children's Kid's School Basics Program every time a tip is submitted.

etsy baubles...

2008-08-14T11:15:00.003-05:00

I happened upon the etsy shop A Little Luster today and fell in love with oh so many things. In particular, the open oval sterling silver necklace and the lemon jade earrings shown above.

being clean never smelled so good...

2008-08-13T10:19:00.006-05:00

Soap on the Go! A fantastic idea that is not only cute but very affordable. Retailing for $3.75 at LoveLeeSoaps' etsy store, it's too good to pass up!

let's go bake a cake...

2008-08-11T11:37:00.004-05:00

This cake stand from Chow makes me feel like baking.

a la: {design crush}

describe your style...

2008-08-08T14:13:00.005-05:00

I took a decorating style quiz this afternoon and I have to say I am more than a bit surprised. I never would describe my style in any way "country." Maybe over in the UK (home of this lovely little quiz) it means something different? At any rate, I am "country 'n' modern." Humph.

Above are some of the samples that I chose. What do you think? My results were that my "home combines the best of old and new, rural and metropolitan, to prove you really can have it all!"

Take the My Deco test yourself

a la: {how about orange}

holy cuteness batman!

2008-08-01T12:10:00.001-05:00

This idea is so adorable and, even better than adorable, you can download it and make it for free: Hostess Blog

a la: {design crush}

yes please...

2008-07-31T11:33:00.000-05:00

This side table from American Country Home Store (yes, I'm a little shocked about the source) is so dang cute.

a la: {Making It Lovely}

happy friday...

2008-07-24T15:19:00.002-05:00

This ring from es designs is oh so pretty. That's all I have to say.

lip smacking deal...

2008-07-24T15:13:00.003-05:00

This custom option from Least Likely 2 Breed is a super fun idea for gifts. She makes her own lip balms and you get to customize the label the way you want or she can help you design it. And it's only $25 for a 25-piece set. Fabulous!

photo booth bliss...

2008-07-22T16:31:00.006-05:00

As more and more of my friends get married, I discover more and more cool wedding related design...it's making me want to renew my vows! I just think this "save-the-date" reminder from this young house is the cutest thing ever! I just discovered this young house today and you should check it out too. A cute young couple blogs about renovating their house and also has design tips too.

happy weekend!

2008-07-18T15:22:00.003-05:00

It's Paddle & Portage time again! Cross your fingers for good weather tomorrow! Have a lovely weekend!

tasty design...

2008-07-17T11:11:00.003-05:00

I usually don't post about food but these pancake cups from sycamore stirrings were just too cute. Great design for food!

magnetic pull...

2008-07-16T10:55:00.008-05:00

I will be making these magnets from Martha Stewart's Craft of the Day as soon as I have time! So maybe I will post the results in a couple months? :-)

flickr faves...

2008-07-15T14:34:00.001-05:00

It looks as though I may be a bit obsessed with a certain baby lately, huh?

1. Water drops, 2. I just ate a Sunny, 3. You say what?!, 4. she guesses, she thinks. yeah., 5. Deux cafés, s'il vous plaît., 6. ., 7. ., 8. Little House on the Prairie meets the City, 9. Fishing Boat in Phan Thiet, 10. chubbers with a hat, 11. ameliemarketinmontmartre, 12. It's all about the caffè.

love your city...

2008-07-14T11:31:00.004-05:00

Jenny Beorkrem, a Chicago-based graphic designer, designs these cool typographic neighborhood posters. Available cities are Boston, Brooklyn, Chicago, Los Angeles, Manhattan and San Francisco. Check them out here: ork posters

I think that she should put Montreal next on her list, being that I just got back from a wonderful time there! {I'll post some pictures soon}

a la: {apartment therapy}