Check out these gorgeous pillow boxes by Etsy seller Field and Sea.
Monday, March 31, 2008
My taxes are done!
I spent almost 4 hours at H&R block today going over tax stuff. It was hell, but I learned a lot and hopefully next year will be a breeze...
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Friday, March 28, 2008
Experiencing some technical difficulties
OK, so my computer is working, but I think the cooling fan died. Right now I have it on a cool flat surface and I don't hear any weird gurgling noises. A few nights ago the noises got so loud that I freaked out and turned off the computer. I really thought that it was the hard drive dying, but it seems to be working... What's going to be a pain is sending this laptop out to Apple to get it fixed... :(
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Vintage Etsy Finds
Check out those Vintage Kitchen Canister Tins! New in original box, you don't see that every day! If they were cheaper I would by them in a heart beat! Check out more of my favorites on Etsy.
Post Office kicks off free, by-mail gadget recycling
Got an old camera, cell phone, or MP3 player that you want to toss? Under a new pilot program offered by the U.S. Postal Service, recycling your dead gadgets is as easy as dropping them in the mail.
Computerworld reports that the Post Office's new "Mail Back" program is getting a trial run in 10 U.S. markets, including Chicago, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Washington, D.C. If the pilot program takes off, a nationwide rollout will follow.
So here's the deal: Just bring your old gadgets (handhelds, cell phones, MP3 players, and even inkjet cartridges - no 20" CRTs or dead dot-matrix printers, unfortunately) to one of 1,500 participating post offices, seal them in preprinted, postage-paid envelopes (you can take as many envelopes as you want), and drop them in the mail.
The package goes to Clover Technologies Group, which is partnering with the Post Office in the new recycling program. In a press release, the Post Office promises that Clover will refurbish, resell, or break down the discarded gadgets for recycling, and that nothing will end up in a landfill.
It's a clever idea for those of us with old electronics too outdated to sell on eBay. Indeed, I have an old, 2001-era iPod that's essentially worthless (I priced it over at SecondRotation and got an estimate of exactly $0), and I'd rather drop it in the mail than pay to have it recycled.
Article found on Yahoo
Computerworld reports that the Post Office's new "Mail Back" program is getting a trial run in 10 U.S. markets, including Chicago, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Washington, D.C. If the pilot program takes off, a nationwide rollout will follow.
So here's the deal: Just bring your old gadgets (handhelds, cell phones, MP3 players, and even inkjet cartridges - no 20" CRTs or dead dot-matrix printers, unfortunately) to one of 1,500 participating post offices, seal them in preprinted, postage-paid envelopes (you can take as many envelopes as you want), and drop them in the mail.
The package goes to Clover Technologies Group, which is partnering with the Post Office in the new recycling program. In a press release, the Post Office promises that Clover will refurbish, resell, or break down the discarded gadgets for recycling, and that nothing will end up in a landfill.
It's a clever idea for those of us with old electronics too outdated to sell on eBay. Indeed, I have an old, 2001-era iPod that's essentially worthless (I priced it over at SecondRotation and got an estimate of exactly $0), and I'd rather drop it in the mail than pay to have it recycled.
Article found on Yahoo
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Ikea summer collection
When I was at Ikea a few weeks ago I saw the new summer collection at the register area, I wanted to go home and write all about it but the Ikea website didn't have any of it up yet. Well here are the pictures! I really love the fabric, but I think the pillows are meant for the outdoors, they were kind of rough to the touch.
When will spring get here!!
It's been looking so beautiful out my window but when I step out side it's sooo cold! Warm weather get here soon, I miss you!
Monday, March 24, 2008
Alex Drawers
I was originally informed about these drawers from Decor8 and I have loved them ever since! Take a peek at what others have done with their Alex.
Found on Ikea Hacker
Found on Flickr
Found on Flickr (My work space)
Found on Ikea Hacker
Found on Flickr
Found on Flickr (My work space)
Sunday, March 23, 2008
For the Birds
Check out these cool bird feeders from Beth Stevens's website. I love feeding birds, and it also seems to entertain my cat floyd.
Also I love this Steel bird feeder by Etsy seller OneOffs.
Coral
Nervous System creates experimental jewelry, the dendrite brooch and gold coral necklace are so simple and beautiful! Drools
Friday, March 21, 2008
What a crabby day!
*Update: My little birdie made it on Real Simple magazine's Affordable Art Round-up For Kids. I'd like to thank Holly Becker from Decor8 for including me!
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Freebie Friday!
Free Samples!Redken for curly Hair (US)
Maybelline mineral power (US)
Dove Go Fresh Deodorant (US)
L'Oreal Derma Genesis Sample (UK & Ireland)
Vaseline Intensive Rescue (US)
Dial Antibacterial Deodorant Soap (US)
Neutrogena Acne Scrub Sample (US)
1-Month Supply of Men's Rogaine Foam (US)
Tide with Dawn StainScrubbers (US)
Fall Favorite Cookbook (US & Canada)
Kashi Chewy Granola Bars (Canada)
Purina Healthful Life Cat Chow (US)
Ultra Xcid Antacid (US)
image taken from Found in Mom's Basement
Amy Marcella
I just found a cute Etsy shop by Amy Marcella, she sells hand made pillows and gocco prints. She also had a cute blog you should check out!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
12 free Issues of ReadyMade Magazine
Over at www.startsampling.com you can get 12 free Issues of ReadyMade Magazine. You will have to become a member, but it's free to join, and I've gotten some cool freebies from them in the past. Just type in your Start Sampling ID and they're yours! Hurry these things go fast.
ReadyMade is a sassy, mod, do-it-yourself magazine for people who like to make stuff, and see the flicker of invention in everyday objects. This bi-monthly publication puts contemporary style on par with affordability. Each issue entertains with its sharp-witted and offbeat tone while offering a practical assortment of homegrown projects for home décor and outdoor living.
Note: ReadyMade publishes 6 issues per year. You will receive 2 years (12 issues) with no commitment or obligation whatsoever. You will NOT receive any additional magazines and you do NOT have to cancel a subscription.
*For US residents only
Rar Rar Press
Rar Rar Press makes these cute letterpress postcards using handset wood type printed on recycled paper. I think they would look cool as metal signs!
Ceramic Box
These Wall Art Box's by Etsy shop Flew to bob are gorgeous! I love the organic shapes and the earthy glazes.
Not your ordinary t-shirt
These StatAttack t-shirts represent life expectancies in various nations. Andorra was the highest with 83.51 years, and all the way at the bottom was Mozambique with 31.1 years. 20% of the money from the sale of the shirts goes towards building an orphanage in Mozambique. What a great idea! Good design will change the world!
Monday, March 17, 2008
H is for Home
H is for Home specializes in fun, unusual and quirky vintage items. They have loads and loads of great stuff mostly midcentury modern pieces from the 1950s, 60s & 70s. Check out some of the cool things I found on their site!
Also check them out on Flickr.
Before and after
Out of all the rooms in my apartment, the kitchen is the one that I like the least. It's actually pretty big, but it's just not a good layout. I guess all old homes have horrible kitchen layouts. There is a bare wall opposite the door that just needed... something. I was running low on storage space, so I decided to fill the empty wall with a Billy bookcase from Ikea, to store all my extra kitchen stuff. I added two glass doors to it, and I really, really love it!
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Retro Vision
Check out these cool shades by designer Sang Jang Lee. Normally tinted UV blocking lenses would cut the glare of the sun, these “Reed Screen Sunglasses” use the ancient eastern practice of reed screens to block the sun’s blinding glare.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Gocco
Gocco printed notecards from Etsy shop Small screen designs. Size of notecard is 5.5" x 4.25" notecard is blank and comes with a white envelope.
Gocco prints by Etsy shop Lab partners.
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