Penny's Pictures

As you have probably guessed I love anything that has to do with interiors, design, and styling.  Penny Wincer captures it all in her photos. 

I love the pop of colour!

cute plants + cute cups (a very easy d.i.y.)

Those Red Cups

I always look forward to seeing what the Starbucks design team has come up with for the Holiday's. Those Red Cups have been out for awhile and I really love the graphics this year along with their "sharing" theme. Starting today they are doing a Twelve Days of Sharing and I thought that their website is really neat and also highlights this year's holiday characters well. 

Welcome December

I'm not sure what happened to November but Happy December 1st!

Do What You Love

Anna Bond recently got featured in The Gap's Do What You Love video series. I am a huge, huge fan of her work and company, Rifle Paper Co. 

The brains behind the Do What You Love videos is Ryan of Pacing the Panic Room, you can check out all the other videos to date here. 

Such a great idea and so inspirational! 

Do What You Love- Anna from The Panic Room Videos on Vimeo.

Arty Anthro

Some of my favourite spreads from the December Anthro Catalogue. 

Mid Week Eye Candy

You've probably seen these beautiful products at Chapters or Indigo, well I finally discovered the creative minds behind the work. Mega eye candy!

Rolling in the Deep

I can't tell you how excited I am about this album (coming out in February). Adele is simply amazing. That voice... it's incredible. I currently have her latest single, Rolling in the Deep, on repeat and thought I'd share, enjoy!

Adele - Rolling In The Deep from DUKOFF on Vimeo.

What Katie Ate

What Katie Ate is a blog favourite of mine. Katie is a food stylist and photographer from Australia and her blog is where she shares recipes along with accompanying photos. Just a warning, I wouldn't look at her blog on an empty stomach. 

Illustration Friday

Happy Friday! Every year I try to pick a theme or character for my Christmas cards and gif tags, this year... whimsy deer. Here is a sneak peak. 

The Art of Letterpress

I recently stumbled upon the gorgeous work and website of Sideshow Press. I'd like to share a section from their site called, The Art of Letterpress. A beautiful lesson through pictures. 
p.s. Their blog is now a new favourite of mine. 

Happy Inside

Cat person or not you can't help but love this ad for Ikea. And for even more viewing pleasure click here for a "making of" video. This proves that sometimes those crazy ideas are the best ones! 

Make something good today

New mantra? I think so. 
Find it here. 

Illustration Friday

Friday! I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Remember

I can't believe November is here. Please remember, tomorrow is Remembrance Day.

Keep your head up

If you have 4 minutes to spare, check out this music video for Andy Grammer's, Keep your head up. Not only is it a super catchy song but the video is interactive! Head to the second floor of the elevator to see a special cameo. Watch it below (sorry it's a little small) or click here!

Lucas Allen

I've decided to dedicate Mondays to sharing my favourite designers, photographers, and stylists. First up, Lucas Allen, a New York based photographer who's client list is pretty incredible. Enjoy!

Illustration Friday

Some penguins for your Friday. 

November at Anthro

Anthropologies November Catalog is available for drooling... I mean viewing, online. 

Old Frame Transformations!

Check out my d.i.y project on HGTV.ca! I transform 4 old frames into a magnet board, a bulletin board, a chalk board and a jewelry display. Hoping to have a homemade Christmas this year? Any of these would make a really unique gift! Click here to see the project!

Frames, Before

Frames, After!

Quilling Queen

Yulia Brodskaya is the queen of quilling. what is quilling you might ask? It is a craft technique where thin strips of paper are rolled, formed and glued to create unique designs. Like I said, Yulia is queen of quilling. 

Ciii-ute!

I love felted crafts. If I ever find the time one day it is something I would love to try. In the mean time I will continue to gush over other peoples felted creations. These super cute felted goodies are created by Fairy Folk. They have a lovely etsy shop. 

Two for Tuesday

If you are a fan of Ray Lamontagne or Foy Vance then you will love Pete Lawrie. I've chosen two of his music videos to share today. Since the first video tugs at the heart strings I've followed it up with an extremely feel good video. Both are completely different but beautiful. The stop motion animation in the first is incredible and the use of Text in the second is a really nice touch. Enjoy!




Paperthin Music Video from Hettie Griffiths on Vimeo.

Yummy Monsters

I didn't make a costume this year but I did bring back the monster cupcakes. York Peppermint patties and York bites make up the eyes, Mini Chipits are the nostrils and their teeth are almond slivers. 

One more about Mad Men

I came across this story from Rolling Stone Magazine that takes a behind the scenes look at Mad Men. The photographs are really incredible so I had to share.
p.s. This probably won't be my last Mad Men post.