Curbing the Inner Fashion Addict

August 13, 2010

I have this part of me that loves fashion, putting together outfits, and shopping according to my favorite color palate;) I know this will never go away….however, it has to be kept in check, monitored, and curbed:D After being married and starting my own business, I have become a lot more aware of the value of the dollar. Its hard earned in my house. So I am now a much smarter shopper….Luckily, I have this blog to get a lot of those fashion whims out without spending a $. Gotta love it :p

That being said, lets drool a little bit over these handbags and shoes….he he.

J.Crew is always right on with the color palate’s!

Before splurge shopping, I always remind myself that material goods are passing. …and I won’t be taking them with me to heaven, right? Granted, this does not always prevent me from splurging;)

I have a fun giveaway in store for you party planners next week:D oo la la! Happy Weekend!!

DIY: Back to School Book Labels

August 12, 2010

It has been a while since I created a free printable! With school starting up for my husband (HS teacher) next week, I created this with parents and teachers in mind:) My little one loves to read books and he also loves to drag things around and misplace them:) Here is an easy printable that you can use to put inside or on the back of books for your students, your children, or for you!

( Download Here) You can select which type of file to save as!

(He loves to read books with his daddy…melt! )

INSTRUCTIONS:
All you need is sticker paper or Avery 2 x 4 in. labels (What I used).
Download and Print! Hope you can enjoy these! Let me know if you have any problems and I can email the document to you:)

P.S. Lovely by M is hosting an IHOD giveaway if you would like the chance to win anything from my shop! Her blog is fantastic:)

Vintage Alphabet Prints

August 11, 2010

( ffffound, straighty180)

(Rifle Paper Co., Lettercult)

I would love to collect Vintage Alphabet posters and prints:)

New website sneak peak + SALE!

August 10, 2010

I have been hard at work getting ready to launch the IHOD website! Its about ready! With the new website will also come new fun accessories and a new big cartel shop! Here is a sneak preview!

So, to make room for all the new products, I am having a 5 day sale (through the weekend) for IHOD readers and/or facebook fans! Shop at IHOD etsy shop and take 20% off your entire order!

To get the discount:

1) Enter IHOD Reader at checkout:)

2) Proceed with payment and 20% amount will be refunded to you

OR 3) Checkout and wait to receive the invoice from me with discount amount.

Thanks for all of your support! You make this business so much fun for me!

P.S. There will be an IHOD giveaway going on tomorrow on Lovely by M’s blog!!

Pantone Fall Color Trend Report

August 6, 2010

I was looking into fall color trends for 2010, and found Pantone’s Fashion Color Report. An excellent summarization of the upcoming color schemes hitting stores this fall. I was so happy to see three of my favorite colors in the mix. (Golden yellow, coral, and grey of course;)

I don’t want summer to end, but Fall is my favorite season….one reason being fall wardrobes:D

In IHOD news, Elodie Boutique is the newest location where you can find IHOD products!

Hope you all have a fantastic summer weekend!

Sneak Peak at Little G’s One Year Photos

August 3, 2010

My very talented sister Angela took some 1 year photos (a few months late;) of my guy. My heart melts when I look at them..

Don’t want him to ever grow up!!

Meet the Blogger: M. Fay of Amateur Couture

August 2, 2010

What decided the theme for your blog?

Amateur Couture has evolved to a blog that celebrates the connection between art and fashion, often in the most literal of senses. It happened very organically, with a Jason Wu dress that reminded me of a painting that I loved. I posted both images and the concept was born, sharing my favorite things and using art as inspiration.

How do you go about finding the perfect pairings between art and fashion?

Sometimes I find the dress. Sometimes I find the art. I remember pictures the way other people remember words. It can be like a memory game that happens quickly, as often as it can be a treasure hunt.

Is this an outsource of creativity for you or is it an extension of the line of work you are in?

In my fantasy world I am a sophisticated lover of art, but in reality I am an amateur devotee. I spend my days as a shop girl in a darling soap store, but at night I turn into creative wanderer, drowning myself in art books, fashion magazines, and my beloved laptop.

If you could go any place in the world to soak up fashion and art where would it be?

I wish I could say Paris or New York, but I haven’t been to either unless in a daydream. I find inspiration in shapes, color combination and textures. Looking for the beauty in all things, I challenge myself to see the world through rose-colored glasses.

What are your favorite sources of creative inspiration (this can be websites, places, people. Etc)

Oh my! I could go on and on and on….may I rant and rave. Chagall, Bardot, Warhol, the stars, the sea, my Grandmother’s jewelry box, Chanel (always Chanel), the promise of an empty canvas or a blank page.

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* Thank you so much M. Fay for being a part of the series! I am fascinated by your blog and can’t wait to see more!