Author Archives: Heidi Gustad
Date:
Feb 11, 2013
roundups
1. Pinwheel-Embellished Candle / 2. Pinwheel Decor at a Bicycle-Themed Wedding / 3. Coordinating Pinwheels and Book Covers / 4. Paper Pinwheel Garland / 5. Make the Perfect Paper Pinwheel / 6. Magazine Page Pinwheels / 7. Spirograph Wedding Details / 8. Blue & Cream Party Details
Paper pinwheels are easy to make, and so gorgeous to look at. They’ve been a biiiig trend in DIY weddings in the last few years. I won’t lie — I had a ribbon pinwheel fastened to my noggin at my own nuptials two years ago! They’re just the sweetest little way to make a small, or in the case of some of the party walls above, large, impact at a party or in your home decor. Pinwheels forever!
all photos via the sources mentioned above
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Yakawonis Quilling
Date:
Feb 6, 2013
art & design, shop spotlight
1. Quilled Peacock / 2. Ron Swanson Poster / 3. Brain Poster / 4. Cupcake Poster / 5. Muscle Structure Poster / 6. Monogram Poster / 7. Coffee Poster / 8. Quilled Skull
Yakawonis Quilling, based in Portland, Maine, is a shop that features a variety of wonderful prints. My personal favorite is the Ron Swanson piece, followed closely by the peacock. I love that this shop features pieces that range from culturally referential to artistic to accessible. You can find a gift for an auntie or a hip college friend in one place with Yakawonis.
— Heidi
all photos via Yakawonis Quilling
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Date:
Jan 23, 2013
art & design, roundups, shop spotlight
1. Whisper Card Set / 2. Candy Chandelier Art Print / 3. Sedona Mini Notebook Pack / 4. Shutters Photo Print / 5. Cafe Du Monde Art Print / 6. Why Not You? Art Print / 7. Daydream Card Set
Khristian A. Howell’s Etsy Shop is chock full of prints, cards, notebooks, calendars and fabric. Her graphic, bold style combines texture with lots of white. Those among us who are suckers for color will love Howell’s work.
— Heidi
all photos via the sources mentioned above
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Birthday Cards
Date:
Dec 10, 2012
roundups
1. Gold Letterpress Happy Birthday / 2. Vintage Mermaid Birthday Card / 3. Go Hog Wild Birthday Card / 4. Gold Foil Happy Happy Birthday / 5. Gold & Green Happy Birthday Card / 6. Happy Birthday Scout / 7. Scalloped Birthday Card / 8. Stars Birthday Card
Both of my siblings-in-law have birthdays right around Christmas, and I understand it can be kind of annoying to have your would-be special day overshadowed by tons of activities and family gatherings. What better way to make someone feel like you took the time to acknowledge their birthday than with a special, explicitly non-Christmas card! While these cards have the traditionally festive colors of green and gold in common, their chic styling and fun messages are sure to stand out.
all images via the sources mentioned above
Book Plates
Date:
Nov 23, 2012
roundups
Figure 1 Laurel Leaf Book Plates / Figure 2 Book Plates for Little Girls / Figure 3 Rockin Book Plates / Figure 4 Boy Reading Book Plates / Figure 5 Letterpress Cookbook Plates / Figure 6 Magic Lamp Letterpress Book Plate / Figure 7 Ex Libris Book Plate / Figure 8 Quirky Custom Book Plates / Figure 9 Modern Ex Libris Monogram Book Plate / Figure 10 Hall of Best Knowledge by Ray Fenwick
As a librarian, I am a sucker for good book plates. Day in and day out, the modern public librarian sees bar codes, RFID tags, typed and taped call numbers, and glossed over book jackets. The wonderful thing about one’s own book collection is the ability to embellish it in a warm, however-you-want-it way. Today, I’ve rounded up ten of my favorite book plates from around the web. Some of these are vintage-inspired and others are uber-modern. Enjoy!
all photos via the sources mentioned above
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Paperoni Press
Date:
Nov 6, 2012
shop spotlight
Figure 1: Cabinet Stationery / Figure 2: Little Ribbon Address Label / Figure 3: Lily of the Valley Stationery / Figure 4: Origami Crane Stationery* / Figure 5: Nest Monogram Stationery / Figure 6: Baby Shower Invites / Figure 7: Gramophone Stationery
I love Paperoni Press’ simple, graphic style and lovely color choices. Among their designs are several varieties of origami stationery, as well as nature-inspired and domestic life-inspired items. I love that some of their stationery also comes monogrammed with an initial of your choice. Not only that, my mom’s favorite flower is lily of the valley. I might just have to order an early holiday gift of the origami stationery for myself when I nab the lily stationery for my mom!
all photos via Paperoni Press
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Birthday Card Roundup
Date:
Nov 1, 2012
roundups
Figure 1: Robot Birthday / Figure 2: Lettuce Celebrate / Figure 3: Fan{tache}tic / Figure 4: Llama Illustration / Figure 5: Blow Me / Figure 6: Officially Too Old to Die Young Screen Printed Card / Figure 7: Embossed Cards with Matching Envelopes / Figure 8: Squirrel
Any of these birthday cards are a fun way to make a friend or loved one’s birthday special. Whether you’re really into moustaches, squirrels or funny cards, these independent sellers have your next gift accessory covered.
all photos via their respective sources mentioned above
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