August Around The Web

I can't believe it is already nearing the end of August! Here is a round-up of some of my favorite inspiration I gathered around the web this month: 

• Poppytalk's feature on Susan Beech's BEAUTIFUL paper flowers is wonderful. Take a peek at her Etsy shop.

• Here is the Crumb Coffee Cake recipe my sister, Sophie, made when she visited St. Louis. It's delicious!

• I loved seeing the before and after shots Emily Henderson shared of Ban.do's new office space. Can I move in?

• These balloon letters make me oh so happy. 

• Think.Make.Share. took us behind the scenes of Mirna Stubbs collection for Studio Ink.

• These Mara Hoffman for J.Crew pants feature parrots. And are on sale! 

This past month also marked the start of my Letters Are Lovely weekly lettering posts. Three weeks in I am feeling energized, and I can't wait to see the variety and evolution that occurs in my lettering over the next year. I haven't undertaken a personal project of this nature before, and I'm excited to see where it will lead. Follow along on the blog, and see the entire collection here!

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July Around the Web

I can't believe we are heading into the last week of July, this summer has been a quick one! Here are a few quick picks I have found browsing the inter-webs lately. I am super excited about the beautiful new rug I just ordered from Arro Home, I can't wait to see how it looks in our apartment. I also have to recommend the lemon poppyseed cake recipe from Lauren's Latest blog, it's delicious! The Catalina Bag by Lo and Sons is at the top of my to-purchase list, it would be perfect for my commute to work each week. Enjoy the rest of these links!

Cactus Pincushion DIY | Arro Home Painted Polka Dot Rug | Lauren's Latest Lemon Poppyseed Cake | 5 Points Hibrid Pop-Up Shop | Wood Spoon by Leafware (Found On Style Me Pretty) | L&S The Catalina 

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J.Crew Fall/Winter 2015 Collection

While I haven't been following Fashion Week as closely as I would have liked, I am once again obsessed with J.Crew's newest collection. The photos shared on their website were just too beautiful not to take note of, and I browsed their entire collection on their Facebook page. The fringe details definitely caught my attention, while the geometric patterned skirt in the photo below is something I would love to buy immediately. Enjoy!

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Llamas Are Lovely

Not only are llamas perhaps my most favorite animal, but this Christmas I received several llama-related gifts. I truly hope that everyone is jumping on the llama bandwagon with me. Here are a few of my favorite llama prints, products, and even a snapshot of one of my past projects:

1 Happy Trails Etsy Print | 2 Sarah Walsh Leaping Alpaca | 3 Girls' Mara Hoffman Llama Bikini | 4 Patchwork Llama Loungers | 5 Big Blue Marble Llama Puzzle | 6 Animal Box: Llama | 7 Factory Girls' Jeweled Mini-Llamas Popover

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Fall Faux-Fur

It definitely feels like Fall/Winter here in the midwest! I have been craving comfy layers, and I rounded up my favorite faux-fur picks. I particularly love the J.Crew Chateau Parka, I would love to bundle up in that coat on my way to and from work. Take a look: 

1 J.Crew Chateau Parka | 2 Urban Outfitters Ecote Fur Knit Trapper | 3 Anthropologie Corby Lodge Cardigan | 4 Forever 21 Collarless Faux Fur Jacket | 5 Kate Spade Madison Ave. Collection Fur Collar Swing Jacket | 6 Free People Faux Fur Hooded Vest 

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Marimekko Autumn 2014

While Marimekko is a brand I have been familiar with for awhile, I just recently started following them on social media. With Fall upon us here in the midwest, I am just in love with the color palette in the Autumn 2014 collection. I also love the mix of patterns. I often find myself wearing multiple patterns at once, and I love to see how brands and individuals alike pair patterns together. I hope you find this collection just as inspiring as I do! 

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