D.I.Y. Ruffle Tote

This pretty little project comes from Parasol Co., a wonderful little online shop specializing in designer fabric.

Be sure to check out the adorable downloads & illustrations on their blog!

I especially liked this one, Girls in a Bottle.

Thought on a Friday // 09.03.10

While cleaning my craft room last night, I came across a box of old journals and re-read some of my New Zealand entries (2005-06).

I distinctly remember this song underscoring several poignant moments during my time there. Bittersweet nostalgia...

[Image via ache tumblr.]

Us Kids Know

Until I'm able to load my photos from Lollapalooza this past weekend, feast your eyes on these gorgeous Arcade Fire gig posters...




[Image credits: gigposters.com, Alexandra Palace.]

so Zealous for: TEA TIME

[Image credits: 1.sweetfashion. 2.daydreams-tea. 3.playgroundpatois. 4.inspireplease. 5.themagentalinks. 6.fyeahsophiamyles. 7.eidetik blogg. 8.silent-order on Deviant Art. 9.megan-antoinette. 10.Singulares Perolas. 11.onceup0natime tumblr. 12.parisapartment.]

soZealous for: BOWS

[Photo credits: 1. csebastien. 2.emlove tumblr. 3.weheartit. 4.morethanfriends magazine. 5.katherina andreeca couture. 6.dreamsthatglitterxo. 7.jules julian. 8.captivateme. 9.beautyaddict tumblr. 10.featherloveweddings. 11.cloudycheeks. 12.Allen Company Inc.]

soZealous for: TWINS

Twins are on the brain as I am anxiously anticipating the arrival of my favorite pair, Dena & Maren of Heads Twogether notoriety. They shall be my first overnight guests in the new apartment! Looking forward to good food, photo shoots, & estate sales this weekend...

[Photo credits: 1.weheartit. 2.designguide.cz. 3.mymodernmet.com. 4.wemovedtothe18thfloor blogg. 5.thebrokenhearts myspace. 6.Brian Romero blog. 7.lolita blogg. 8.remap tumblr. 9.amandaiscat tumblr. 10.zemotion.net. 11.Diane Arbus. 12.The Sartorialist.]

Pattern Drafting and Dressmaking

The latest book in my burgeoning library of vintage reads, Dorothy Moore's Pattern Drafting and Dressmaking is the ultimate guide to the art of Oriental tailoring.

I generally don't splurge on used books very often, but the illustrations alone made it worth the price to me. Here's a few of my favorites...





Thanks to TypeVintageous for the smooth Etsy transaction & Tina from what-i-found for featuring the book. Be sure to check out her fantastic blog!

Best of the Week Vol.XXIII

1. Jimmy Choo for H&M announced! Now, the wait until November 14th when they're available in stores...

2. 1 Dress. 365 Days. The uber ambitious Uniform Project is an experiment in fashion sustainability and all for a meaningful cause.

3. Beautiful illustrations from the portfolio of Katogi Mari.

4. The Skinny is Forever 21's new companion blog to the fashion chain. Features will include style tips, a DIY section, entertainment news, and much more!

5. Want to see what my dream living space would look like? Presenting the eclectic pad of Gemma Ahern.

6. Stunning photos of Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin for Max Azria.