These recent tiny interiors by Mini Modern are so sweet.
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Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
craigslist finds: Eames inspired
white on white vintage Eames style "plycraft" chair $300
Both of these finds are pretty affordable and would make great project pieces. I one day plan to take a stab at reupholstering. (Although I have to admit sometimes those super crafty before and after pics do annoy me.)
super flowers
Check out this intensive labor photo series by Steve Aishman (one of my former Smfa professors) titled Super Flowers. In an effort to grow an entire bouquet of flowers on one stem, he has grafted different species of flowers together onto one rootstock.
super rose
super poinsettia 
super cala
Here's a video explaining the grafting and shooting process:
super rose
super poinsettia 
super calaThese photos slightly remind me of Punks and Roses works by Francis Pelzman Liscio:
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Sandy Smith, "untitled" (balancing act #2), 2008; mirror and wood; exhibited in "the garden project" Belfast
Friday, January 30, 2009
mini obession: multi function books
Ever since I've had an official office space in our home I've noticed an increase in book purchases. Not only have I been building my home library up but I've also scored some really neat display pieces.
Every one's seen Umbra's award winning conceal book shelf but I still love it. We picked up a few for ridiculously cheap when the Base Annex closed shop last year.
Before we scored the above book brackets I was temped to get one of the curated ones like "first comes love" from the Curiosity Shoppe.
I can't express how psyched I am with my new theshophouse book mobile. After spotting these gorgeously simple mobiles on every one's blog I just couldn't resist. This package arrival has surely made my Friday!
Every one's seen Umbra's award winning conceal book shelf but I still love it. We picked up a few for ridiculously cheap when the Base Annex closed shop last year. 
Before we scored the above book brackets I was temped to get one of the curated ones like "first comes love" from the Curiosity Shoppe. I can't express how psyched I am with my new theshophouse book mobile. After spotting these gorgeously simple mobiles on every one's blog I just couldn't resist. This package arrival has surely made my Friday!
more bill murray
Tim Doyle of Nakatomi; “Bill Murray Times Six” is a 6″ x 36″ screenprint; edition of 50, $30 .
thanks OMG Posters!
thanks OMG Posters!
dog attack
I didn't post anything yesterday because my poor tiny Chihuahua Parker was attacked by an unleashed dog. She suffered a few bites and bruises on her 4 lb frame but fortunately she'll be OK.
She seriously resembles the Carlos nightlight by Kathleen Walsh. While at the 24hr vet we jokingly said we should pick one up so she doesn't feel alone. :/
Here are a few photos of her before all the stitches and trauma:
She seriously resembles the Carlos nightlight by Kathleen Walsh. While at the 24hr vet we jokingly said we should pick one up so she doesn't feel alone. :/
Here are a few photos of her before all the stitches and trauma:
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
not shopping? what?
Hey remember when I said I was saving up money and not splurging on those lust items anymore? Well this D*Sponge post has me singing a different tune. I'll surely be picking up those whale S&P shakers as soon as they come in.
Oh, and speaking of buying things and whales: check out the new me melodia etsy shop. My teenie tiny store front still needs a lot of tlc, fanciness, stock and (spell check) but it's up and running. I currently have a sweet little whale vase up for sale and other vintage treats.
slightly bookish
I'm digging these sets from polyvore.
Ms. Sunshower Goes to Town - by sunshower☼ on Polyvore.com
did you see the way she looks at me - by lilac. on Polyvore.com
Ms. Sunshower Goes to Town - by sunshower☼ on Polyvore.com
did you see the way she looks at me - by lilac. on Polyvore.com
Know Thyself - by xxshellxx on Polyvore.com
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Good Book: Collector's Style by BH&G
I picked up this Better Homes & Gardens decor book at a thrift store for 25 cents.
It's a pretty sweet score and I occasionally find myself flipping back to it for inspiration. I don't have one major thing I collect but my apartment is teenie so It's easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are a few shots of people using their collected items in decor:
vintage letter press cabinet used to display mini relics
A built-in treasure shelf showcasing an antique sewing machine collection
vintage french wooden toys incorporated in a bathroom (a bit too rustic for me)
German wood farm toys displayed over a guest bed
A Jadeite dishware collection proudly over staked on a shelf. ( I wish my measly collection had this many)
It's a pretty sweet score and I occasionally find myself flipping back to it for inspiration. I don't have one major thing I collect but my apartment is teenie so It's easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are a few shots of people using their collected items in decor:
vintage letter press cabinet used to display mini relics
A built-in treasure shelf showcasing an antique sewing machine collection
vintage french wooden toys incorporated in a bathroom (a bit too rustic for me)
German wood farm toys displayed over a guest bed
A Jadeite dishware collection proudly over staked on a shelf. ( I wish my measly collection had this many)throw back
While going through my old photobucket account I came across these files from my senior year portfolio project. I was/am still obsessed with making things precious. I have a tendency to hoard and cherish every little last bit of someone or something i love. There were a couple of things that were a constant in my life back then: dust bunnies, cat poop, dirty bathrooms ( thanks to 4 roommates), and fatty comfort foods. This project is an exploration of all those things.
When I first began dating my boyfriend I noticed he'd leave his hair trimmings all over the bathroom. So, I naturally saved them to eventually create the "ice cream sandwich" above.
This photo is pretty self explanatory I think. I ate chocolates and collected my cats hair clumps. This is the result of just storing the hairballs in this tacky box until I figured out what to do with them. While cleaning my room one day I placed the box on my bed and voila!
This still life took a little more finesse and gross out factor. I was inspired by the cover of that horrible james fray book-a million little pieces. Again, I reverted back to what I know, cat poop, litter box maintenance and cupcakes.
This series was really fun to shoot and develop. I sadly haven't continued shooting although I do miss the studio. All photographs were taken with a 4x5 camera and the negatives then scanned in PS.
When I first began dating my boyfriend I noticed he'd leave his hair trimmings all over the bathroom. So, I naturally saved them to eventually create the "ice cream sandwich" above. This photo is pretty self explanatory I think. I ate chocolates and collected my cats hair clumps. This is the result of just storing the hairballs in this tacky box until I figured out what to do with them. While cleaning my room one day I placed the box on my bed and voila!This still life took a little more finesse and gross out factor. I was inspired by the cover of that horrible james fray book-a million little pieces. Again, I reverted back to what I know, cat poop, litter box maintenance and cupcakes.This series was really fun to shoot and develop. I sadly haven't continued shooting although I do miss the studio. All photographs were taken with a 4x5 camera and the negatives then scanned in PS.
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