Southern Design Bee

O! You Event

2009-10-25T11:40:00.004-05:00

Oprah's O! You Event took place in Kansas City yesterday, it was amazing! You got to attend 4 workshops throughout the day, lead by Oprah's team of experts. I choose, Nate Berkus, Suze Orman, Jim Karas, and Stacy London. Everyone was so inspiring. I think the Suze Orman workshop was my favorite, she made allot of good points, and was so realistic. Also, they where all signing books throughout the day. So, I also got to meet Dr. Oz and Peter Walsh. And if that doesn't make the day good enough, there where all kinds of sponsors giving out samples, prize drawings, massages, and putting makeup on you. Then at the end of the day you got a big bag of goodies. (Shown above). It was an amazing day, and I was so lucky to get to go.

Pumpkin Palooza

2009-10-25T11:33:00.002-05:00

Painting pumpkins for the Sunflower House's Pumpkin Palooza (A Child Abuse prevention center) has become a tradition. This is the 3rd year the event has been going on and the third year I've been contributing. We had a painting party one night, and had some friends come out and help. The pumpkins turned out so nice this year. Thank you to everyone who came and gave their time and skills to paint with me!

ConGraDulations

2009-10-25T11:31:00.003-05:00

A few weeks ago we where in Kentucky for my brother-in-law's graduation. It was a fun, but very fast weekend.

3 Years Today!!!

2009-10-01T22:07:00.003-05:00

Today is my 3 year anniversary at Hallmark. The cookies are for a little celebration with a few friends that started at the same time. So, I've been thinking about the past 3 years and how lucky I am to have such a great, inspiring place. Here is what I've come up with:
1.) Influence... Getting to concept ideas, make them come to life, and then know that it's being sold all over the nation and helping consumers connect with their friends and family.
2.) Inspiring... Getting to work with other top class designers, illustrators, and lettering artist. It's one of the greatest perks working with other really great people.
3.) Interesting... Seasons, Everyday Cards, Brianstorms, Exhibits... etc. No two days at work have ever been the same. I love that projects are always changing, it keeps things fun and interesting.
It's been a great 3 years, and wouldn't have changed a thing! I can't wait to see what the next 3 bring!!

Summer flying by...

2009-09-27T19:51:00.003-05:00

A few weeks, well more like a few months ago Beau & I went to Powell gardens for the festival of butterflies and these where some pics I had taken. It was pretty cool to see so many butterflies at one time, and in such a pretty place. - Oh and did I mention one landed on me!! That was cool too.

A recent painting....

2009-09-27T19:48:00.001-05:00

....this is a project i've been working on latley. It is for an art show in October, to raise money for a mission trip, in memory of Kelley. I can't wait to go to the show & support the cause.

Felted Pillows

2009-09-21T11:02:00.001-05:00

A felted pillow tutorial. Very trendy, since fabric flowers and ruffles seem to be springing up everywhere these days. The tutorial is from Anne Kyrrö Quinn's new book, Felt Furnishings.

PB&J

2009-09-21T10:48:00.001-05:00

Found this and just had to post it. So cute. Beau & I where peanut butter & jelly for halloween a few years ago. We each had a giant foam toast on our back, and when we hugged we became a sandwich. It was pretty cute. The guy at goodwill gave me the crazy look when I donated the toast. Clearly he wasn't accustomed to accepting toast. I did win a costume contest which covered the cost of the ensemble though.

Stubby LaBear

2009-09-01T13:19:00.001-05:00

Just some bears I've seen popping up.

steppin' it up....

2009-08-31T15:02:00.003-05:00

...ok, so I haven't been as current on my blog- but for good reason! I officially launched my own little business, 360 Degrees. Friends have been telling my for sometime now to start offering my skills for sale, so I've made the jump. I am avalible to bake an assortment of goodies, and deliver in the Kansas City Metro area. Fans favorites include, chocolate covered strawberries, cookies, and custom cakes. Please check it out here.

Say yes to the press...

2009-07-30T11:04:00.005-05:00

.. I, like most designers love letterpress. So, today looked like a good day to share a few of my favorites.

Hammerpress: A local Kansas City company who's work is all over. They have so many cool posters and other things, that it was really hard to even choose a picture to post. They are a great place to visit when in KC.

Letterpress Delicacies: Is a little shop I found on Etsy, and loooovee their work.

Yee-Haw Industries: Another personal favorite, Yee-Haw started in a little barn in Corbin, Kentucky which is about an hour and a half south of my hometown. Now they are located in Tennessee, but their style is unique. And I always like their work.

how very crabby...

2009-07-30T10:53:00.001-05:00

nice...

2009-07-29T14:42:00.002-05:00

These are sculptures by Ferry Staverman, just ran across his work for the first time today. I like it.

Chi-town here I come!... again.

2009-07-29T14:31:00.002-05:00

...only this time our team is going, Yay! We are going for a research trip, and the renegade craft fair in September. So, today we all got our tickets, and hotel. We are staying at Hotel Indigo which is beach themed (hehe). Love it! Pics will follow.

Another Em! I can't believe it ;)

2009-07-28T15:24:00.004-05:00

A cute restaurant in Salt Lake City, UT. What a nice name - Em's. Love it!

a little inspiration...

2009-07-28T15:02:00.000-05:00

A very crafty weekend...

2009-07-27T09:52:00.012-05:00

So, Saturday was construction in the pantry (pics to come soon), major sewing project (pics to come soon), and I couldn't miss going to RicRac Roundup in westport!

I bought some really cute stuff, some from friends, and other crafters I meet for the first time. My shopping included:

-Super cute bath fizzies from Dirty Laundry. Of course I couldn't contain myself from buying an aqua one.

-A prize pin from Handmade by Sodapop. Also, a warm thank you blog out to Dayle for the fancy aqua one that I was gifted on my birthday ;) You know me too well.

-Cute Necklace and some pins from Decoylab, which also makes awsome clocks!!

-And a horse shoe necklace, I've been looking for a cute one for a while. I found it at Early Jewelry, She had some really nice pieces.
I love crafting myself, and I also love supporting those who craft. Gifts are just so much better handmade.

Ga Ga for Goodies....

2009-07-24T11:20:00.002-05:00

.... or their packages should I say. I love baking, and design, so when I see things like this it's just the best of both worlds. Very Inspiring.

Incubus!

2009-07-15T15:33:00.003-05:00

OK, my favorite band is going to be in town on Sunday night, and I have 2 tickets to ride! I have been a fan for years, and listened to them all through college, and finally, after a long wait.... finally get to see them live. Smells like fun!!

Sweet 16? More like Sweet 26!!

2009-07-15T13:24:00.002-05:00

I know these next few birthday post will be a little late, but- I had such a great birthday this year that it must be shared.... These pics are from the party at work. It was the cutest thing ever, all beach themed with little tiny paper crabs in graham cracker sand. It had everything needed.... Fun, Food, and most importantly really good Friends! Thanks guys!

Tybee in the lime lights....

2009-07-06T11:05:00.002-05:00

....I just returned from an awesome vacation back down to savannah and tybee island. I had a great time, and forgot how great it was to live on a little island by the beach. This time though, things where a little different..... the new Miley Syrus movie "the last song" is currently being filmed on tybee. (the pic above is of a fake carnival they had set up beside the pier) So, it's good for the economy, I just hope a bijillion tourist and fans don't overpower the little place. It's so charming just the way it is. A lot of the movie is on the pier, right beside where Beau & I got married on the beach. Our fav. little spot has been scouted out. It waa cool to see all the props, and I'll definitely be watching the movie. More post to come....

Thank you!

2009-06-30T17:18:00.002-05:00

Thank you so much to all my friends who celebrated my birthday with me today. I love all you guys, and really felt all the love today. I have had such a good time, and I know the shindig tonight will be a blast too! Off to Savannah in the morning, so I promise mucho blogging upon return! Happy 4th of July everybody!

a little somethin' to brighten your day...

2009-06-17T10:26:00.000-05:00

... I just love Stimpy, this makes me happy.

Welcome to your (upper) twenties...

2009-06-12T08:40:00.001-05:00

A little blog out to the Hubs.... he's 25 today. Happy Birthday Beau!

2009-06-11T17:46:00.001-05:00