Creative Spark: Todd Oldham/Target Collab: Kid Made Modern

So beyond stoked for this Target collab to come May 20th: Kid Made Modern by Todd Oldham.  It's basically the coolest craft supplies ever known to man.  In my opinion, anyway.  Move over kids, I want some of this for myself too!

images above via A Bulls Eye View

The line follows his book of the same name, which is filled with lots of great projects for kids.

book images via amazon

Aren't the spoon friends adorbs?  A super simple and fun craft.

If you get a chance, check out the video with Todd showcasing many of the products that are going to be available.  The way he describes all his products is so cute.  You can tell he is really proud.  I have my eye on the "Moon Rock" jewelry kit, some of the jumbo crayons, duct tape and comic book kit.  Can't wait to buy a load of goodies for the girls and get crafting!

Get the Otomi Textile Look For Less!

I posted for my love for otomi textiles previously here, and last night my jaw literally dropped when I found  otomi-inspired fabric by the yard via pinterest.  Oh happy day!!

Otami textiles run upwards of  $200+ , but this fabric only costs $18/yard!  

Source: spoonflower.com via Jackie on Pinterest

I can't wait to get this in!  I want to make some giant pillows out of it for my bed.  There are many other color combos available as well.  What do you think??

Work It Wednesday: Tan, Green & Coral

I'm loving this fresh & modern color palette for Spring.  I think if you balance the colors just right, it works!

scarf, pants, sweater, purse, shoes

sunglasses, pants, purse, tank, flats

bracelet, top, pants, purse, shoes

On My Radar

Just a few things I'm eyeing lately...to click "buy" or not??

Heart ring-so adorable. Love the peach & gold, and pretty much the most fun you can get for $1.50.

Cropped chinos- great color, the only problem is there are no back pockets.  And my ghetto booty can't handle no back pockets.

Polka dot messenger-I have fallen hard for this!!

Studded shoes-the cheaper version of my beloved Sam Edelman's.

Tufted dots sweater-the little fringe is so fun!

Hippo earrings- I don;t know what it is, but I have a thing for quirky little animal earrings.  Betsey Johnson makes the best. Orange hippos? Sold!

On The Hunt for Jessica: Work Bag

Who: Reader Jessica

What: New work bag

Why: Needs one to help her stay more organized

How:  Satchel style, preferably with separate compartments, no top zipper (for easier access), and can be worn on shoulder.  Must look professional and classic, and work well in all seasons.  Under $150. 

Thanks for writing in Jessica!  There were loads of options out there to weed through, and I think 

I have found a few that will work well according to your specifications.

Since it needs to work well with a variety of outfits, as well as work across seasons, I suggest sticking with a basic black or brown/tan bag.  These will work all year round and will go with virtually any outfit.  And yes, I think you can mix a black bag with brown shoes, clothing/ vice-versa.

Top:  Radley London Cambridge Satchel $ 138

Bottom left: Etienne Aigner Brooke Leather Flap $110

Bottom right: Jessica Simpson Lafeyette Flap  $71 

Top: BCBG Satchel Bag $150

Bottom Left (this comes with a shoulder strap): Co-Lab Satchel $96

Bottom right: Aldo Lafredo $55

Top: Rampage Chase $78

Bottom left: Ivanka Trump Alexandrite Flap $120

Bottom right: Aldo Satchel $55

All of the websites show additional views of the bags, including the inside, so make sure you click through to check them out.  Many also come in additional colors that you can choose from.

I hope this helps!!

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Sweet Obsessions: Colored Loafers

So you know I've been lovin on the loafers lately, they are my go-to flats in all my outfit posts.  For fall and winter leopard was my fave, but looking ahead to spring I feel a more colorful option is a fun choice.

red

orange

yellow

mint

seafoam

sky

cobalt

navy

grape

magenta 

pink

Which color is your fave? For me it's a toss up between the mint, cobalt and pink!

Monday Morning {P}Inspirations

Feeling like running away to the redwoods to a sweet little cottage this morning.  Quiet. Peaceful. Simple.  

Source: anthropologie.com via Jackie on Pinterest

Source: tumblr.com via Jackie on Pinterest

Creative Spark: Matthew Kavan Brooks

I am obsessed with the artwork of Matthew Kavan Brooks.  These works and more are available on Society 6, in several print sizes as well as other goodies like tees, hoodies and iphone cases.  The only problem is deciding which one I want...

   

Decisions, decisions.

The It List-January 27

Happy Friday ladies!

Enjoy these great links this weekend...

• suze wears clothes brings us words of inspiration each and every Sunday. I love this week's installment, especially this colorful quote on joy! (find suze wears clothes on twitter!)
• gs lillian found these adorable "spike" necklaces at Target... pop on by her blog to see what other fun pieces she found - including a few that are perfect for Valentine's Day! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• my soul is the sky is back with another great hair tutorial - this one, the 'bohemian side braids' look great on her and have inspired me to try a similar style! (find my soul is the sky on twitter!)
• what the frock recreates an outfit featuring a neon skirt, a cozy sweater and an unusual hem-line.  Sound like fun? It is! (find what the frock on twitter!)
• live a lot goes for the all black outfit.  Do you ever fall back on this simple outfit formula? It happens to be one of my favorites! Check out her look!
• rachael really looks stunning in stripes and faux fur.  Then she adds red wellies and a pearl necklace for the win! (find rachael really on twitter!)
• free to be stacia lee is hosting a giveaway for a gorgeous amethyst necklace. Stop by her blog to enter! (find free to be stacia lee on twitter!)
• here & now sports the perfect weekend outfit and looks fabulous doing it!  Especially since she had just run a 5K that day!  You go girl! 
• fabulously average is rocking what she calls "the new neutrals" - and I couldn't agree with her more, they totally are!  What are the "new neutrals"? You'll have to stop by her blog to find out! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• behind the dressing room door has the perfect accessory for cold winter days - a bold and colorful scarf!  See how she styled it! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)
• the capital barbie tracks down some absolute darling bowed-tops. I love how feminine and flirty these tops are! (find the capital barbie on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style takes this mint green maxi dress and styles it three ways that are perfect for late winter into spring! It's so versatile! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• a fashion fixation introduces us to a new online shop called Vestique - have you heard of it? I love their bold and colorful selection, like this blazer! (find a fashion fixation on twitter!)
• the tiemann girls are showing off their gorgeous taupe finds from Target!  Taupe never looked so good ladies! (find the tiemann girls on twitter!)
• stay in the lines makes homemade oreo cookies.  I think I know how I'll be spending a cold, winter Saturday in my near future - baking and eating these! (find stay in the lines on twitter!)

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Ebook Review: Design Demystified by Maggie Rose Interiors + Special Bonus Offer!

My dear friend Maggie of Maggie Rose Interiors just released a new ebook this week titled "Design Demystified", and let me tell you, it absolutely lives up to it's name! I am so excited to share this with you guys because I know you will love it, and it will become something that you can turn to again and again when making design decisions for your home.

In the ebook Maggie shares over 90 tips in these main areas of design:

Furniture

Space Planning

Textiles

Layering

Details

Her attention to detail is what really blew me away with all these tips.  Where as I see a room and think, "Now that's a pretty room",  Maggie sees and identifies all the details that help make the room look so pretty in the first place.

For example, I see a zebra rug in a room and think "that looks good there". In "Design Demystified" Maggie gives us the design background as to why it looks good there:

Now it makes much more sense and I would know how and where to use one properly in my space.  You can only imagine the nuggets of wisdom she imparts with over 90 individual tips (14 pages) like this!

Another thing that I found useful about the ebook is that the majority of the tips can be applied to your home right away, without having to buy anything new!  I plan on pouring over them again this weekend and putting more than a few into place in my own home.  

You can get your copy of "Design Demystified" right here, available for immediate download, for only $14.  As a bonus, the first 5 readers to order a copy will be sent a free copy of Maggie's first ebook "101 Things to Put In Apothecary Jars".  Simply enter "Sweetie Pie Style" in the notes to seller section when checking out on Paypal and Maggie will send it your way.

As Maggie says in her ebook, "Design doesn't have to be a mystery...so happy decorating!"

images via "Design Demystified"