January 2013

experiencing something new: part 2

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Attending Alt Summit last week was all kinds of amazing. It was full of firsts for me too. My first time in Utah, my first blog conference, and my first time as an official brand ambassador. Luckily HP made that part of my trip easy peasy lemon squeezy! One of the highlights was wandering towards […]

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simply the simplest

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Looking for a way to take some design trends and wrap them around a sweet soft doll? These beautiful creations from Marina R, aka Pinsel Blues, might do the trick. Bright shots of neon, natural colored linens, embroidered detailing, and gentle expressions make these dolls something extra special. Made in Germany, you can find them […]

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my new favorite toy store: joujou

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I left for Alt Summit in Salt Lake City with the usual expectations: meeting bloggers, meeting sponsors, talking shop, invigorating sessions, and a few parties along the way. But there was one thing I had not counted on: finding the best toy store, like, ever. As a toy designer, believe me, I’ve seen many a […]

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roller skate business cards

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Wi-fi at the hotel is being difficult, so this post will be quick! I wanted to share my new favorite accessories – my business cards for Alt Summit. Do you need a roller skate necklace of your very own? Well, if you’re at Alt, make sure to ask me! It’s Friday and I’ll be wearing […]

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Birdie Learns to Fly

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Do you remember that little sneak peek I gave you last week? It’s time for the big reveal! I finally finished writing and illustrating my first children’s book: Birdie Learns to Fly. This is a project I’ve been wanting to work on for years. Luckily, the leaps and bounds in technology have made it easy […]

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a little name with big potential

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When I first saw these sweet little things, I wasn’t certain if they were vintage or new. That’s a very good thing if you ask me. I’m a sucker for  quality. What’s the phrase … if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it? I think we can all list some examples of toys that didn’t listen […]

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experiencing something new

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Back in the day, many moons ago, I used to be what I like to all “Cross-Platform”. I could handle both PC’s and Macs, and was proud of the fact that I had no allegiances. My first job in the big bad world was at a sign shop (the name of it is just too […]

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round about:
my new friends lulu, bunny, hank, pinwheel, peck, & paper

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What a month this is going to be! Between Birdie’s birthday, several creative projects, and Alt Summit next week, it’s a beautiful whirlwind of awesomeness. Next week is Alt Summit – next week!!!! – and while I quietly pretend I’m not freaking out a bit over here, I really actually am. Mostly because my once […]

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worth 1000 words: miniature woodland

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I’d like to disappear among these trees for a couple of hours. Find this Miniature Forest and all of the other sweet products on offer from Patty Dear.

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legos go old school?

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These Lego-esque toys actually go beyond old school, all the way back to natural. After seeing a Japanese set featured on Handmade Charlotte, I did a little digging. Let me rephrase that, I showed the image to my husband, and he did a lot of digging! Then I copied him. So I guess today’s post […]

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art studio birthday

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Birdie’s 4th birthday party happened owe the weekend! It was the sweetest little art soiree ever. This year we gave in to our half-finished flooring at home and had her brthday bash somewhere else for the first time. Luckily, we found Kid Create Studio. It’s a beautiful light-filled space, with bright colors, a modern aesthetic, […]

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DIY: birdie’s wire flower princess crown

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She’s hitting her Princess phase. Oh dear, I’ve been dreading this! But so far, I’ll admit it’s been fairly manageable. She may love princesses and the color pink, but this weekend we spent a significant amount of playtime making Lego airplanes and playing with her new Hot Wheels race track (thanks Grandma and Grandpa!). So […]

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round about:
birthday fringe, tassels, & feathers

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What’s kept me busy this week? I know I know, if you’re not a blogger, or if you’re a blogger who isn’t going to Alt Summit, the last thing you want to hear about from me is more about Alt Summit. But wow, folks, I’m obsessed over here! There are all these little – and […]

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worth 1000 words: a little birdie

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I’m madly working on a new set of illustrations, and I thought I’d give you a little sneak peek. I hope you like her!

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because kids love to crumple things … like maps

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In a scant two weeks I’m getting on a plane and flying to Salt Lake City, UT, to attend the Altitude Design Summit. I am beyond excited! But I’m still debating how to tell my daughter I’ll be gone for four long days. She’s been pretty attached at the hip lately, and I know it’s going […]

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