November 2009

Pretty on the Outside

Pretty on the Outside

by cassie on November 16, 2009

Sephora is the proverbial candy store for women. I went in this past weekend, spent a great deal of time wandering the aisles and walked out with a bunch of goodies in a small bag that belied the actual damage Read more...

Five For Friday - Matryoshka

Five For Friday – Matryoshka

by christine on November 13, 2009

Happy Friday everyone! Take five with some deliciously-fabulous Matryoshka printed objects and art. Or “Russian nesting dolls” for the many of us who can never remember the exact name. What a clever idea to make folding cards! Cheers to the Read more...

Let's Ride

Let’s Ride

by cassie on November 12, 2009

The air is decidedly chilly and I can see snow high in the alpine already. In less than a month the mountains will be open and hopefully the beginning of an epic season. It’s been awhile since I’ve looked for Read more...

Lest We Forget

Lest We Forget

by cassie on November 11, 2009

In honour of Remembrance Day here in Canada, some beautiful poppy cards to send to those who are in your thoughts. It’s important to remember those who gave their lives and to those who continue to sacrifice. Most of all, Read more...

Better With Bacon

Better With Bacon

by christine on November 10, 2009

One combination I can’t argue is bacon with guacamole – perfect with eggs at breakfast time. But are you up for other creations? Check out 4505 Meats – the home of Chef Ryan Farr, based in San Francisco. Good eats, Read more...

Whoa Sidepony!

Whoa Sidepony!

by christine on November 9, 2009

Don’t you wish you could duct tape coworkers who ask you about the Monday blues? Eye roll alert! Sometimes, jobs can get the best of you, but that’s why I love the Internet. It’s so easy to find something to Read more...

Five For Friday - Chihuahua

Five For Friday – Chihuahua

by cassie on November 6, 2009

My friends Geoff and James have THE cutest chihuahua, Nemo. She is the happiest, most loved dog and always gives me the biggest greeting when I visit. So today’s post is in her honour! Here are some great prints and Read more...

(More) Modern Paper Art - Jen Stark

(More) Modern Paper Art – Jen Stark

by cassie on November 5, 2009

It seems I’m a bit obsessed with paper art at the moment. I think it’s amazing how artists can take 2D items (paper) and turn them into 3D pieces of awesomeness! And that’s what Jen Stark’s sculptures are: works of Read more...

Modern Day Paper Art - Yulia Brodskaya

Modern Day Paper Art – Yulia Brodskaya

by cassie on November 4, 2009

Continuing with the theme this week of cool things made from paper I thought I’d share with you the work of a designer that I discovered a while ago. Her name is Yulia Brodskaya and she makes the most amazing Read more...

Hello Tokyo: Part 2 Good Morning Inc.

Hello Tokyo: Part 2 Good Morning Inc.

by christine on November 3, 2009

Welcome back to more Japanese paper goodies! With some cool cut outs from Good Morning Inc! Like yesterday’s post on paper robots, Piperoids, these paper goodies sure know how to be playful. The mantle at home is quite loved as Read more...