HELLO OCTOBER : INSPIRATION

sources: bed / living / coffee / entertain / candles / leaves / bones / kitchen 

Welcoming October with open arms, it's definitely my favorite month.  The weather cools down and the hustle of the holidays is near.  It it a good transition month and promises of much excitement ahead! I love fall color palettes and entertaining, it's a time to get a little more rustic and dark.  The first photo of the bedroom is my main inspiration for this season, I'm obsessed with that rusty color.  You should probably click the link and view that entire home tour (via because I'm addicted).  It's just beyond.  

Happy October!  I think I will finally allow myself to partake in pumpkin spice today! 

xox 

BEHIND THE BRAND

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As I've been fine tuning my brand (s) lately, I started a private board on Pinterest, just for me, to organize my inspirations and thoughts.  I have been extremely selective in pinning things that really speak to me, things that have a mood to suit me, and only colors I want to use in my design and packaging.  This is one reason I truly love Pinterest, it's been so helpful to refer to while designing and choosing colors, etc.  I am a completely visual person (go figure) so I can't even tell you how great this resource is to me.  

Sometimes we don't really know why images speak to us...but I think that's fine as long as they are making us feel something. And that's what has happened (to me) so far.  I'm proud of myself for being patient and thoughtful about this process (cue New Year's resolutions).  I am excited for all of the new things I have to offer in the coming months (design and photography wise).  I hope you'll continue to follow along and always feel free to share comments and suggestions.  

Happy weekend!  xx 

COLOR COLLECTION : RICH, NATURAL GREENS

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I'm loving green right now, it can be so bold but natural at the same time.  Good thing Emerald is Pantone's color of the year!  These images and patterns are certainly ones to inspire.  How about the floral print in Valentino's resort '14 collection? I love! Making your own pasta (# 4) looks pretty awesome as well. 

xx