SIMPLESONG

everlane

SS — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:03:59 +0000

I pretty much love everything about Everlane. Their products (my favorite basic t-shirt), business model, approach, etc. So refreshing and inspiring.

instagram favs

SS — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:51:00 +0000

Some recent favorites shared on my Instagram. Happy Friday + weekend!

Happy Valentine's Day

SS — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:32:46 +0000

Love these. Hope your day is filled with lots of love and sweets.

By The Indigo Bunting for Paperless Post.

chocolates with attitude

SS — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:30:21 +0000

What beautiful and clever packaging.

By Bessermachen.

grapefruit

SS — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:04:23 +0000

Its unseasonably warm in DC right now and it has me thinking about warm hues.

[top, flats, scarf, zip case, salad]

hatch collection

SS — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 19:43:46 +0000

Pregnant or not, Hatch Collection has some pretty cute everyday pieces.

lovely

SS — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 14:20:33 +0000

Love the texture and simplicity of this brand book by Studio Thomson for Liberty.

back to simple blogging

SS — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:10:34 +0000

I started this creative path a little over six years ago with a blog, an Etsy shop and experimenting with letterpress printing—just with the hopes of doing anything creative. Working day and night from home, those modest beginnings gradually turned into a business. We then moved to a studio space three years ago which helped in growing the business and allowing me to fortunately do what I love and call it a job.

The focus of our work has changed over the years and we are doing more corporate and branding work, a limited number of weddings, a product line and a brick and mortar shop. Its all amazing and I wouldn't change a thing, but to say the least, it can be overwhelming (on top of being mom to very busy 6-year-old, Ike). So, I'm constantly trying to find ways to streamline, edit and do what makes sense from both a business and creative perspective—but still keeping things fresh and inspired. That's where this new blog comes in. I blogged very little last year—mostly due to a full workload and simply put, I got bored of it. But I realized, while I love Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, etc., I missed having an informal creative outlet and a place to share and catalog things that held a little more meaning beyond a "pin" or "tweet". So! As a part of my 2013 intentions (below), I'm back to more regular blogging and as you can see its far more simplified with no (self-imposed) pressure on when or what to post.

Thanks for reading and for those who have read for years, thank you, for being on this journey of mine. xo, Suann

clare vivier monogram

SS — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:12:18 +0000

I'm sort of obsessed with the option to now monogram Clare Vivier bags ...

white house holiday

SS — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 10:15:18 +0000

Its been quite a busy holiday season already for us but one of the highlights that we've been working on for the last month are White House holiday decorations! It was a complete honor and so much fun to particpate in this project. We created a number of pieces including the pieces for the "Boflake" Scavenger Hunt that all visitors to the White House get to participate in this holiday season ...

What an honor and definitely a memorable project. I look forward to taking Ike back to the White House to see everything in person!

[photos by Maria Baer/Ritzy Bee Events who also lead design on of a number of the White House decorations this year -- yay, Maria! And embroidered ornament by Kelly Seizert/Ritzy Bee Events].

droga holiday chocolates

SS — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 12:56:26 +0000

Love Droga Chocolates and love that they teamed up with Mr. Boddington for their packaging ...

Perfect holiday treat.

what katie ate

SS — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 19:12:48 +0000

Have you seen the new Whate Katie Ate book? Its sooo good ...

Can't wait to dig in.

sydney hale co.

SS — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 19:59:26 +0000

In love with Sydney Hale Co. candles ... and extra love for being a local company ...

six

SS — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:38:10 +0000

Ike turns 6 today ... its crazy how time flies so quickly ...

I associate this blog with him as I started it shortly after he was born. So I figured it was appropriate to dedicate a quick post to him. Happy birthday to the sweetest, most funny little guy I know.

We put together little care packs for him to pass out to his classmates. He's exclaimed that today is the best day ever. I have to agree.

simple luxuries

SS — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 09:14:40 +0000

Love black and gold ... and even the smallest splash of it can make simple into fancy ...

[clutch, scissors, flats, dinnerware, rosè, bracelet, identity]

jon contino

SS — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 20:20:10 +0000

I was excited to see that one of my favorite illustrators, Jon Contino, illustrated the Washingtonian's cover this month...

And some of his other work ... so good ...

red + blues

SS — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:26:00 +0000

Always drawn to pops of red + blue ...

ABC print, canvas bag, Federal Donuts, California scarf, Forage Kids, heart sweater

glasfurd & walker

SS — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 10:11:17 +0000

I've fallen off the blogging wagon [real bad] ... I think its because I rarely read blogs now --between Pinterest, Twitter + Instrgram, I get my fill of inspiration and keeping up with people. So, while I'd like to keep this blog, instead of stressing out about it, I'll just post as I feel.

I've been working more and more on corporate work, which I very much enjoy. In doing some research, I came across this new work by Glasfurd & Walker. So many perfect details in these little packages. I love thoughtful but simple design ...

[via]

fall intern!

SS — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:47:15 +0000

Just wanted to do a quick posting that we're hiring for a fall intern ...

Full posting here for anyone interested....thanks!

fall workshops at fifteen/eleven

SS — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 07:56:43 +0000

Our fall workshops at the shop are now posted! We've got a good lineup of classes and I'm especially excited for a new workshop Claudia of Fig. 2 Design and I are co-hosting. A lot more details on that one to come!