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Happy Weekend.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:50:00 +0000

The past week has been a whirlwind of birthday awesomeness! Between my dad's surprise visit to the best tres leches cake ever I've decided that thirty is pretty great so far. And thank you all once again for your warm birthday wishes - they really mean a lot.

Notes:
Don't forget, you have until Monday at 9:00 am CST to enter for a chance to win an original painting from Lisa Romero! The odds are looking like they're in your favor at the moment, too.

And as for all the goodness floating around this past week...
• can't wait to try this: use a waffle iron to make cookies fast :: The Kitchn
• have you seen Ellie's amazing Halloween invitations? :: mint
• Karey's sweet post for my birthday *gush* :: mackin ink
• this dude drew the entire NYC skyline - from memory :: a cup of jo
• great tips on how to take product shots :: poppytalk
• classically chic Halloween themed rehearsal dinner :: Style Me Pretty

And tons of great downloads... for FREE of course!
• print out these holiday mailing labels for packages going to faraway friends :: Make, Do & Send
• everyone is sick right now! choose from two get well cards :: Vale Designs
• sweet packaging labels for bath salts + hot chocolate mix :: Blonde Designs
• the cutest candy bag favors :: Style Me Pretty
• and homemade pie tags, too :: Style Me Pretty
• cup wrappers for your next get together :: Eat Drink Chic
• pretty gift tags for your presents :: Love. Obsess. Inspire.
• not one, not two, but three November calendars for you!

Happy Weekend!

The Daily Eat: Pumpkin Spice Scones + Pumpkin Roundup #5.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0000

{photo and recipe Pinch My Salt}

Scones have my heart, but I've never made a one. These Pumpkin Spice Scones lean towards the easy side of baking, so I think I'll be making an attempt at them this holiday season... mmmm.

1. Pumpkin Butter 2. Pumpkin Hummus
3. Pumpkin Pots de Creme with Caramel Whipped Cream
4. Savory Pumpkin Pie 5. Spiced Pumpkin Ice Cream
6. Super Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

All recipes and photos via/copyright their respective blog sources.

DIY Book Wreath.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0000

As difficult as it would be for me to tear up a book, I think I could somehow find a way to manage for the sake of making one of these to die for book wreaths. Yes, yes I could. (Sorry, librarians of the world, but know that it's all in the name of beautiful things and saving a buck!) {via @papercrave}

Picture It: Celebrate.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +0000

I plan on celebrating my 30th well into the weekend and thought I'd invite you along...

Bob Ettinger.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:45:00 +0000

©Kelly Beall for Design Crush

The Daily Eat: Pumpkin Soup with Bacon and Blue Cheese + Pumpkin Roundup #4.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:34:00 +0000

{photo and recipe Framed}

Only one thing could possibly improve upon the perfection that is pumpkin... and that thing is BACON. Just like in this recipe for Pumpkin Soup with Bacon and Blue Cheese!

1. Pumpkin-Sage Focaccia 2. Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread
3. Moist Pumpkin Spice Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting
4. Pumpkin Yeast Rolls 5. Pumpkin Custard 6. Pumpkin Spice Cake

All recipes and photos via/copyright their respective blog sources.

International Year of Astronomy 2009 Posters.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:16:00 +0000

I love this series of posters by Simon Page. He apparently started designing them as a side project, but when the folks over at the International Year of Astronomy set eyes on them they decided to use the posters as promos. The flat fields of color and old-school look really tickles my fancy. {via Kitsune Noir}

Picture It.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +0000

{via Audrey Hepburn Complex}

Well gosh darnit, you made me go all "golly gee" today with your birthday wishes! I'm such a lucky girl. Between all of the blog, Facebook and Twitter comments wishing me a happy day I have nothing else to say but a big fat thank you. With sugar on top from the bottom of my heart.

Emily Ryan.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:18:00 +0000

I've just decided that all of these eye-catching frocks by Emily Ryan look like something a terribly stylish 30-year-old would be wearing this fall and winter. And that I should probably just go right ahead and buy one of each. {via Design Milk}

On the Rocks: Pumpkin Cider.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:15:00 +0000

{photo and recipe SLOSHED!}

I'm so glad the season for hot drinks has arrived again. I'm all about this Pumpkin Cider.

Pumpkin Cider

- 1 Tbsp butter or margarine
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 12 1-inch cubes pumpkin or butternut squash
- 64 oz fresh apple cider
- 12 whole cloves
- 6 whole star anise
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 12 oz dark rum
- 12 oz calvados or applejack

Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the sugar and pumpkin. Sauté the pumpkin, turning, until caramelized on all sides. If you feel the pumpkin cubes softening, remove the pan from the heat to keep them from overcooking. Stir in all the remaining ingredients except the liquor. Reduce the heat and simmer until hot; stir in the rum and calvados or applejack, ladle into warmed mugs and grate fresh nutmeg over the top. Serve. Yields 12 7-ounce servings.

The Daily Eat: Pumpkin Gnocchi + Pumpkin Roundup #3.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:30:00 +0000

{photo and recipe delicious days}

Pumpkin Gnocchi. I love the idea of throwing a seasonal twist into such a traditional dish. YUM.

1. Pumpkin Dip 2. Pumpkin Lattice Tart
3. Pumpkin Oatmeal with Cranberries and Pecans
4. Pumpkin Pie Pancakes 5. Pumpkin Quesadillas 6. Pumpkin Roll

All recipes and photos via/copyright their respective blog sources.

Numbers Poster.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:19:00 +0000

Let me make one thing clear, I think the illustration work of Sandra Juto is phenomenal. And I think this poster she collaborated on with graphic designer Mija Carlsson and typographer Malena Forsare is uber-phenomenal. It must be mine.

The Big Three-Oh.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0000

{quietdear}

Farewell, dear 20s. You were fantastic, amazing and all of the above. You'll now find me browsing the In Your 30s section of Cosmo and overhauling my skincare routine.

Looks like I'm sharing today with some pretty good company: Matthew McConaughey (40), Trishelle Cannatella (30), Heather Tom (34), Diddy (40), Jeff Probst (47), Ralph Macchio (48), Kathy Griffin (49), Markie Post (59), Laura Bush (63), Loretta Swit (72) and Doris Roberts (79).

PS: To ease my pain on this momentous day, please feel free to send virtual presents...

Picture It.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +0000

{via Audrey Hepburn Complex}

T.ruffle Girls: The Sweeterie.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:05:00 +0000

Oh my goodness. Oh my goodness, oh my goodness, oh my goodness.

Have you heard? Karey Mackin and Mary Swenson gave birth to a blog together! And they've named her T.ruffles. I won't keep you... as I'm sure you're just as eager to meet her as I am...

The Daily Eat: Pumpkin Creme Brulees + Pumpkin Roundup #2.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0000

{photo and recipe Hungry Cravings}

A sad admission: I don't really like pie crust. I like this Pumpkin Creme Brulee as a nice alternative to a traditional pumpkin pie.

1. Pumpkin and Hazelnut Dougnuts 2. Pumpkin Bread Pudding
3. Pumpkin Biscotti 4. Pumpkin Chai Tart
5. Pumpkin Cheesecake 6. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Pie

All recipes and photos via/copyright their respective blog sources.

Thank You.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:55:00 +0000

Caroline and I would like to thank all 80-some of you who joined the 2010 Calendar Swap! The sign-up window has now closed and those of you who signed up should be receiving the details of your swap partner today. If for some reason you don't receive an email from us with the info, let us know. And again, thanks for making it such a great swap!

Hello Handmade Winter Wares.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:03:00 +0000

Last week the web was abuzz over the release of Hello Handmade's winter wares, but they're too lovely to not share. Stay tuned at the end of the month for the release of new printables such as an advent calendar, bunting and ornaments!

Modern Genealogy.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:33:00 +0000

At one point or another I'm willing to bet you had to put together a family tree. I was in the 3rd grade.. And I can still remember sitting on the hallway floor outside of the bathroom while my mother got ready for work and grilling her about her huge side of the family. I don't remember much else, but I guarantee that the end result looked nothing like these stunning modern genealogy charts over at My Tree and Me. (Definitely another item destined for my ever-expanding Christmas List!) {via Design*Sponge}

Picture It.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +0000

{Erica Shires}

Painter Crush: Golly Bard.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:20:00 +0000

And I mean big time crush. I'm thisclose to doodling Golly Bard (aka Holly) all over my notebook cover! She's constantly (and i mean constantly) adding new pieces to her shop. Each watercolor has the same attention to detail as the next and Holly seems equally in love with all of them. I can already tell that I may not get over this one for awhile...

Anonymous.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:45:00 +0000

Win It: paper bullet.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:42:00 +0000

I've been a fan of the art and illustration of Lisa Romero for quite some time and I love her tendency to gravitate towards the girlish things in life. You can check out her portfolio at her site, paper bullet, and flickr for yourself because, dang, this lady has got some serious talent! And of course don't forget her shop... you'd be missing out on awesomeness.

This week one of you have the opportunity to win an original piece of Lisa's work! That's right, an original, not a print! It's ink and acrylic on watercolor paper and measures 5.25 X 6.25.

To Enter, Tell Me:
1. All about your favorite pair of shoes!
2. Your email address to be notified if you win (those who do not will be disqualified)
3. Do it all before Monday, November 9th at 9am CST

The Daily Eat: Pumpkin Brioche Cinnamon Rolls + Pumpkin Roundup #1.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:04:00 +0000

{photo and recipe Bacon Concentrate}

I love pumpkin-centric recipes just about more than any others, so I thought I'd continue on like last week and add a little mini-roundup to each day's The Daily Eat. It helps me get rid of some of my stashed recipe links and maybe (just maybe) it will give you some new bookmarks of your own!

I've never made my own cinnamon rolls before, but I'm liking the looks of these Pumpkin Brioche Cinnamon Rolls. I think experimentation time is drawing near... maybe for Thanksgiving breakfast?

1. Two-Layer Pumpkin Pudding 2. Baked Pumpkin Donuts
3. Chocolate Glazed Pumpkin Cookies 4. Crustless Pumpkin Pie
5. No-Bake Chocolate Pumpkin Pie
6. Pumpkin and Gingerbread Ice Cream Sandwiches

All recipes and photos via/copyright their respective blog sources.

Win It: Aster + Sage Winner.

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:14:00 +0000

Congratulations to our winner, Michelle! (And her lucky boss!) And a BIG thank you to Aster + Sage for their sweet little bags.