Archive for January, 2008
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Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
I’m in the middle of designing a calendar for a school project. Since this screenshot, I’ve narrowed down the ideas and have moved on to setting up tables in inDesign. Once it’s finished, I hope to get a downloadable version up! It will be the size of a CD case…
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The Bold & the Beautiful.
Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
I love the simplicity of these book covers. Bold, clean design is always so classic! Also, I just found a rug for my kitchen in the ‘new’ section of Goodwill (which seems a bit ironic!) and I love it. These days, I’m feeling inspired by clean lines, bold colors, and design that gets the information across […]
How To Land Your Dream Internship!
Tuesday, January 29th, 2008The search for your first internship can be tricky, but the energy and focus you put into the process can pay off in unrivaled real world experience, round out your CV / résumé, and even result in a job offer!
What is an intern?
An intern works in a temporary position with an emphasis on on-the-job training (rather than […]
Oh, the Glossy Black Glee.
Monday, January 28th, 2008
I was flipping through this month’s Domino when an offer near the back of the issue caught my attention: Modern Dose was offering a buy one, get one free special (with free shipping!) on these S shaped chairs. So, as you can see from the below dramatization, I now have two of these:
Modern Dose’s version is inspired by […]
Fashion Notebook Friday: Part 18
Friday, January 25th, 2008
♥ An interesting mix of high and low…
+ The Fashion Notebook set on Flickr.
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Flickr Favorites Thursday: Part 14
Thursday, January 24th, 20081. The BEST wallpaper, 2. ornement wall sticker, 3. Deluxe Boxed Assortment: Fleur de Sel Caramels, 4. Bettys Butter Biscuit Hearts, 5. rooms, 6. train train, 7. pink-broken-abandoned-umbrella, 8. a tiny little bit, 9. Octane Installation, 10. Untitled, 11. domino, 12. Max 365 Perpetual Calendar, 13. SPIN, 14. 2008, 15. kitchen stuff, 16. Tord for […]
Link Love: 1.24.08
Thursday, January 24th, 20081. A Reality Check About Blogging for Money gives you the the truth about the prospect of earning money from your blog.
2. Make your bookcase a baroque masterpiece (with a few rolls of wrapping paper some other household supplies)!
3.The Urban Library Alpha Bookends are a perfect way to keep your favorite design books organized! (via rachel best blogs.)
4. […]
Wishing for…
Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
Spring.
And green.
And flowers.
(The reality: bundled up in an 80s reindeer sweater in my office, trying to keep warm.)
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The Art Of Sewing: Judging a Book By Its Cover Part 3
Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
I recently thrifted this book solely for the cover because I was won over by the mod fabric (charmingly glued on slightly crooked). This is from a series of sewing books TIME-LIFE released in 1973. The beautiful typography on the spine continues throughout the entire inside…
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The Life of a Graphic Designer (in Training)
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008Do you want to be a graphic designer but aren’t sure what to expect? The path of discovery happens at different times and speeds for all of us. Below, I share my story about how I got involved in design. Also included are some general insights into the process and why schooling can be beneficial.
The Discovery […]
Staying Home is SO Underrated.
Monday, January 21st, 2008
My favorite corner is in the living room. It’s really cozy and framed by two massive windows facing the street. The chair was bought years ago off the Target website. The ‘A’ was a gift from my brother; it used to be part of a Honda sign! You’ll probably recognize the light and rug from […]
Outfits to Die For!
Sunday, January 20th, 2008It’s no secret that I love clothes, though I try not to obsess over clothing; life is too short! When I get dressed, it’s more about being artistic and making myself feel good in the morning. Also, I am all for practicality. I usually layer like mad, with a thin black tunic on the top […]
The Glamorous Life
Sunday, January 20th, 2008
I know that it’s time to go grocery shopping when I’m eating ramen for dinner. Why is shopping for clothes infinitely more enjoyable?! It’s not like I need them to live or anything…
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What I Wore: 1.17.08
Friday, January 18th, 2008
In the background is the newly revamped photo studio at Nemo. Beautiful, isn’t it?! The floors are now white and sealed in a shiny epoxy. I wanted to show off my new favorite shirt by fellow Nemo graphic designer Andy, who also runs Tribute Skateboards. I’m proud to be a Portland People Eater, whatever that means!
Shirt, […]
Fashion Notebook Friday: Part 17
Friday, January 18th, 2008
♥ British delights and burgandy treasures.
+ The Fashion Notebook set on Flickr.
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Oh, Gala!
Thursday, January 17th, 2008
This morning, as I was in a mad rush to scroll through Google Reader before running out the door, Melobourne-based blogging guru Gala Darling greeted me on the screen modeling her amazing new long blue locks with my Golden Flats tank! What a nice way to start off the day…
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Flickr Favorites Thursday: Part 13
Thursday, January 17th, 2008
1. largeformat_full02, 2. trees, 3. Reykjavik Slim, 4. inspiration, 5. inspiration, 6. moi., 7. Winter-Moo, 8. inspiration, 9. 50th Swiss International Fair, 10. Archigraphia, 11. Pubblicitia in Italia, 12. self, 13. Retro Pots galore, 14. Princess Tina Perplex brooch, 15. Dozey, 16. Untitled
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Link Love: 1.17.08
Thursday, January 17th, 20081. The Library of Congress just put over 3100 pictures on Flickr here and they are divided into two sets: News events in the 1910s and 1930s-40s in Color. An amazing (and instant) look back in history! (via WWdN: In Exile).
2. The internet age really has arrived! The I’ll say I’m sorry but I’m not […]
Kiss Me Deadly
Wednesday, January 16th, 2008
I was invited to participate in the upcoming SUPERTRASH event, which is film fest that combines fantasy, sci-fi, horror, action, live burlesque and a special art exhibit sponsored by Fantagraphics Books. The exhibition part of the festival revolves around the premise of taking a pre-existing movie and remaking an 11 x 17 inch poster. I […]
I Love My Sigg!
Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Recently, I became the proud owner of a Sigg aluminum bottle. Made in Switzerland, they come in a wide variety of sizes and patterns. From the Sigg site: Produced from a single component that is seamless and has no comparable weak points, SIGG bottles are tremendously durable and virtually unbreakable.
Poisonous Plastic?
For the last year, I’ve head stories […]