Homing Device

For this move, I'm doing my best to turn this peculiar space into a home. Our apartment on the first floor of a house has had so many odd details added to it over the years (not to mention ceiling fans- how the hell am I supposed to work with THAT?!) that it's taken a great deal of vision to get it where I want it. These rugs from anthro are on the perhaps list. A runner for the hallway and a bathmat just might help do the trick.

tato chip!

This necklace reminds me of my first birthday. Not that I remember it, but I've heard the story of how I tried my first potato chip and nearly lost my mind. I still feel that way about potato chips.

Daschunds were an obsession of a friend of mine before she had an actual baby. This might need to go in her Christmas stocking.

Now that I'm not in Brooklyn anymore, internet shopping will have to become my friend. I am no longer going to avoid shipping charges. However, my rent has been cut in half. It might work out.

how convenient

CB2 is selling these items to spice up my decor as I'm settling in to a new space and my birthday is around the corner. The pillow's definitely going on the list. The nesting dolls are a bit silly in price.

Petrune to the rescue!

I moved up to Ithaca from Brooklyn a few weeks ago. The transition is going smoothly for the most part, however, the shopping dilemma is a little extreme. There's not even an H&M within a 100 mile radius. Today I explored the shops in the commons. The breakdown is as follows: 99% head shops and hippie wear, and 1% Petrune, the vintage shop that will save my life for 2 years. The prices are SICK compared to Brooklyn; many dresses are in the $30 range. I saw a necklace I've added to the b-day wish list pictured in this photo taken from their blog. Thanks, Petrune!

Besties

Spent the day with my bestie! She's in from Ohio and we got to catch up in style lounging by the pool, shopping and a dinner date. This card speaks the truth.

Just what I need!

I actually need a wide white belt by next weekend- a task proving to be more difficult that I assumed. Instead, I came across this! It's worthy of rethinking my whole outfit, don't you think?

It's a mod, mod, mod, mod world

Again, I turn to you, Modcloth, for inspiration and entertainment. Perhaps I will own some of these. Perhaps not. Such is the way of the universe...

sea saw

chris delorenzo

Lust

My eyes jumped on this bracelet as I explored the Soixante Neuf sale at Gilt. Let the justifying begin...

Vintage is a Girl's Best Friend

Elle introduced me to this site with this adorable (albeit, sold out) necklace. Some of the pieces are pretty affordable. The perfect way to commemorate a special occasion... perhaps a graduation...

Chelsea Adventures

We had a great time this weekend exploring our city. Since our days here are numbered (for now) we've got to do everything on our NYC bucket list this summer. This weekend we went to the Chelsea Market, the High Line and Chelsea Brewing Company. Fun was had by all.

Treats from Chelsea Market! I had a delicious pizza for $2.

Eating's fun.

when governmental agencies design

...things go horribly awry. I wasn't too thrilled the last time the DMV issued new places in New York, I was fond of the simple statue of liberty design. It was classic, it was New York. Then we moved to a graphic at the top of the plate with Niagra Falls on one side and a nondescript city scape on the other. NOW things have gone entirely too far. Now the new plate is orange with blue writing and there is nothing indicating to other drivers why New York is so special. I think the new state motto is "New York: eeh". I've been seeing the orange plates more and more, so there's no going back. I dread renewing my registration.

C is for Clever

These keyboard stickers are pretty fun. Luckily I already know how to type, or else it would take some effort to keep decoding the pictures. B is for Bowie though.

Plastics!

I graduated today! It's great to have this behind me, especially since I've set up a summer job for myself that begins... Thursday. So Tuesday and Wednesday are me days. It's been a loooooong time! I will revel in my laundry, and maybe a few fun activities too.

trendy tips

I am looking forward to silly manicures again. Now that I won't be constructing things on a daily basis, I can experience the joy of polish. This is a great example from Style Bubble.

message in a carpet

This Global Warming Polar Bear Rug from NEL has amused me for a while. Some things just make me want to have kids, so I can decorate kids' rooms. But that's about as far as that urge goes for now.

Out on my own

If I'm going to go into business for myself, I've got to have a desk that's up to the task. I don't know how much work I'd actually do here, but it would sure look pretty.

Mod Today!

I'm thinking of what to wear underneath my (hideous) gown at my graduation in a week. Naturally, I turned to Modcloth for the answer. I got a little off topic, but it was all in good fun. If I end up starting my own business (as is now the plan) I can write off the computer case. Yay!

me now

With most of my work done for school, I'm feeling a little like this.


Transitioning to the next phase can be rocky, but it's definitely a step forward. Bye, bye, grad school.

Apologies to the photographer. Grabbed this image a while ago while curating a theoretical photography exhibit. Don't know the credit.

classic w a twist

My grey slips are wearing out, which brings me to these...

sketchy

I came across these adorable cupcake journals recently. I love having a sketchbook on me at all times, but the to pressure to make sketches worthy of an adoreble sketchbook is too much for me. I'll enjoy these online and stick to my el cheapo Pratt Store sketchbook.

I forgot!

I was out in the Village a month or so ago and came upon the Little Marc Jacobs store windows. So cute! I had forgotten about it until just now when I was going through my photos. I suddenly have the urge to make a pinata.

job = stuff

I need to hurry up and get hired so I can make unnecessary purchases like this!

nap time!

Grad school would have been seriously improved by these sleep pods. In fact, I should head off to one right now! There's been some moments I would have dropped $10k for a nap!

big top bling

I'd break off that flag in a minute, but let's just pretend I could keep it intact and enjoy the whimsy. This boutique is a seriously fun time.

grocery store inspiration

This could be a tasty installation to take down.

tangled no more

This ipod case is a cute way to battle purse clutter. It would really only make a dent in my purse's case.

In Between

I spent a lovely afternoon at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden yesterday. I was actually a little late for peak cherry blossoms, perfect for daffodils, and a little early for tulips. Thank God it's warm again. Off to Ithaca for the weekend. Back in time to cherry blossoms rather than snow I hope!

art games

"No matter how motif cubes are aligned, their patterns will always match to create amazing images full of beauty and harmony. Unlike a traditional puzzle or game, there is no right answer or winning move, only billions of fascinating images to be created."

- via Brooklyn 5 and 10

I love it when there's no right answers; but billions of combinations? Once you've hit a million you might want to go outside and smell the roses or something. I mean, really, life is short.

dance your cares away...

Today at work I got to watch a bunch of dance performances. I tend to be in a heightened state of stress all the time lately, but really, things could be worse.

Bunny Time

I'm so fortunate to be celebrating Easter with so many family members, including my Aunt who's in from Roma! These images encourage me to arrive early and take over the decor from my mother who will likely have her hands full cooking for 9.

Buona Pasqua!

style icon

It's hard to pick a style icon, but I certainly do love the Zooey Deschanel cotton commercial scene where she's wearing the turquoise cardigan and heels. When I was a Sesame Street viewer, my style icon was clear. Crystal Gayle made a couple of appearances that have defined my life. Long hair has always been my style and I remember being a toddler and identifying with her. Some things just inherently resonate with you. Thanks, Crystal!

salty cravings

Recently when I was at the local grocery store, (the local grocery store is reserved for emergencies, as its produce is usually riddled with insects and etc) I felt compelled to pick up some saltines. Not 'cause of a stomach ache or other malady, but 'cause I missed the flaky, salty taste in my mouth that's often reserved for recovery. Here's a way to incorporate saltines into your personal style.

Happy Birthday!

It's someone's birthday today (and April fools- no doubt the birthday boy or girl has heard a lot of HILARIOUS jokes about that one) so here's a tribute to you, and your birthday. I love these happy birthday and digit cake molds. Much more reusable than numbered candles; unless of course all you need is a 2 and a 9 for the rest of your celebrations!