Happy New Year!

I hope you all had a lovely and splendid New Years Eve and first day to 2009. I decided not to attempt any resolutions, as they never seem to really pan out. I am crossing my fingers that a certain someone in my life will be able to once and for all kick the ciggy habit. Other than trying to get myself mentally and emotionally prepared for going back to teaching (is summer close?); I have been loving almost every single thing on Kat Heyes' flicker account. Her illustrations are to die for and she does some exquisite things with the camera as well. Unfortunately I cannot seem to get most of her work to copy and paste (smart lady), but be sure to check her out here, you won't be disappointed.

New Years II

This is the skirt that I have actually purchased to wear out on New Years Eve. I don't know about the top yet, just don't want to overdo it with that sequins skirt!


New Years Eve II by Heart and Crafts

New Years Countdown

My ideal outfit for a casual New Years Eve in with friends and loved ones. More outfits coming soon, outfits for being out on the town for the big night!

New Years Casual by Heart and Crafts

woodland beauties

Found these lovely photos over on thecherryblossomgirl blog. She took these of her two cousins; between the styling and the setting I think they are just lovely...







be sure to check out the rest of her blog. her photos are so inspiring.

sick and tired

Lots of sudafed, lots of tea, and lots of grits. Leaving town tomorrow for the coast for a few days. Here is a pic from our Holiday Party decorations. Happy Holidays!!!

when it rains it pours

this is all i have for tonight...

best

best news ever. Garance Dore- one of my and so many other blog lovers favvvvvvorite blog ever just did something amazing- came out with an English version. I have spoke of Garance Dore on the blog before but if you have never visited for yourself you must do so- now. The fashion and photography is spectacular but my guilty pleasure are the incredible illustrations. So much talent from one person in such a small space. Aaaaaaah. Here is a sneak peak but as soon as you are done here you must directly head over to check out all of the loveliness that is Garance Dore.

favorite things

Things are slowly returning to normal around here. Submitted my work for the art show yesterday- my first ever, very exciting! Work is finally starting to slow down and soon we will be on holiday... can't come soon enough. I am starting to get into all my Christmas present making- now that my work for the show is finally gone- and I came across the greatest thing today. It is a gift guide on Etsy, they have tons of different ones, but the one I saw this morning (while I should have been teaching) incorporates my absolute favorite things- woodland and feathers. Here are some of my fave images from the guide and a link to check out all of the other guides, which are equally amazing.

Oh, and for the best news ever, I am currently typing this on MY BRAND NEW MACBOOK!!! It is the best Christmas gift to myself ever!!!!





oh deer moleskine journal by steppie
squirrel not included necklace by herflyinghorses
ladies are complicated print by alfalfa loves me

calendar!

Here are my fave 2009 calendars that would make lovely holiday gifts. I think that I may try to make and reproduce my own for some of the sweet people in my life. My family has decided to do all handmade (by you or someone else) or green gifts this year. I am hoping that green will include money for my new MAC that I will be ordering soon! Hooray!

• nature calendar by storybymia
• by narchi
• botanical by annacote
• nature and art by bluetricycle

feels like forever

It has been far too long. School started back, thus did my job, and I have been trying to juggle so many things. This blog, unfortunately got pushed to the back burner during the midst of everything else. I am back, however, because I am looking for inspiration. I have been trying to create for the past few weeks and have just felt dried up and really worthless. Nothing creative or insightful has made its way to the surface. I am hoping that compiling some images and things that are currently inspiring me will help to reignite my own ability to produce. I'll let you know if i have any luck.

Have been loving these polaroids by she hit pause studios, lately. Some of his work is a little racy for my taste but some have a great dreamy quality about them. Enjoy.