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Birthday Wishlist

2011-09-02T18:16:00.000-05:00

Free Software for students from Microsoft DreamSpark

2011-01-04T19:55:00.005-06:00

Just when I was about to have a panic attack from having to purchase an outrageous amount of software for the upcoming semester, I found the Microsoft DreamSpark website! "DreamSpark is a program set up by Microsoft to provide students with software design and development tools at no charge."By registering with a .edu student email address you can get the following software titles for free:

Birthday Wishlist 2010

2010-09-12T14:14:00.007-05:00

Diamond Accent & Sterling Silver Flower PendantJust because I already had and lost one of these doesn't mean I don't deserve another one.Acer Pink OD260 Netbook Cute. Really cute.Twilight Woods Gift Set... which will once again be my scent for fall & winter.Swivel BarstoolsNow that my kitchen has been remodeled to include a bar...Proscan 47" LCD 1080p 240Hz HDTVSince I need another HDMI inlet

Wallpaper for Renters

2010-05-12T20:15:00.005-05:00

Being committed once again to renting, I've been searching for ways to add personality to a space with non-permanent changes. As much as I thought I detested wallpaper after having to take down rooms full of it, it's starting to grow on me again. I stumbled upon some incredibly chic removable wallpapers to try. Some of them are pricey ($66-$78 per roll), but cheaper than art of the same size!

Mail those payments in style

2010-03-01T18:05:00.004-06:00

Cool new Abstract Expressionists stamps. Available on March 11th from USPS.com

Christmas Wish List 2009

2009-12-13T20:25:00.007-06:00

Diamond Flower PendantOnyx & White Topaz NecklaceMacBook Pro Decal Lacie 320GB External Hard Drivemore iPhone 3G caseApple Magic MouseKitchenAid Artisan Stand MixerKeurig Hot Chocolate K-Cups

Flannel love

2009-11-16T20:56:00.003-06:00

So these are definitely more log cabin chic than urban modern, but I couldn't help myself! Besides, you're allowed to get a little kitschy crazy around the holidays...HOME Winter Flannel Sheet SetOnly $15 for all sizes in Target stores.

Last Chance weekend coupons

2009-11-15T08:58:00.005-06:00

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Incredible... though not edible

2009-10-19T18:13:00.003-05:00

Maybe I should have saved this post for easter. Ah well.Here are some gorgeous vector eggs available to download from vecteezy!

Birthday Wishlist | 09 Edition

2009-09-08T20:34:00.010-05:00

In honor of the one time a year I can be unabashedly selfish without guilt... 1_ Diamond Heart Pendant @ Tiffany’s2_ Canon EOS 5D II @ Amazon3_ 17” MacBook Pro @ Apple4_ Provencale Bed @ Laura Ashley5_ Epershand Necklace @ Ponoko6_ Talmadge Dress @ Anthro7_ KitchenAid Stand Mixer @ Sears

Condo

2009-09-07T21:14:00.003-05:00

I know I've been mia for a while, so I thought I'd post a few pics of my newly decorated condo until I get back into the swing of things. See more pics on Housetribe.

"The Chair"

2009-07-15T19:02:00.003-05:00

If anyone spots one of these chairs, let me know -- I absolutely must find a match! The tag reads "Bicci Chair With Nailheads - White" from TJ Maxx.

2009-07-15T18:34:00.009-05:00

Real Simple and House Beautiful magazines are on sale for $5 per yearly subscription at Amazon.Still not enough to make up for being bereft of Domino...

$1 images from Veer?!

2009-07-13T17:15:00.004-05:00

Maybe I'm slow and everyone else knows about this, but I just noticed a new section on Veer -- Veer Marketplace -- that sells stock photography at iStockphoto prices!Veer is the place to get photos that are fun, fresh and edgy... and now cheap! Check it out... and while you're there, be sure to take a look at their amazing free desktop wallpapers.

Harem pants: cute in theory, hideous in reality

2009-03-20T13:48:00.004-05:00

I love Anthro, but this is one look I definitely WON'T be sporting this spring? I mean, really, what are they thinking?! Would anyone pay $180 for these?

Get Kindle books on your iPhone!

2009-03-13T09:57:00.005-05:00

I've been wanting a Kindle for years, but can't bring myself to shell out $400 for it quite yet, so this is exciting! There are free books for Kindle here. Search for more books at www.amazon.com/kindlestore.

Dwell design competition

2009-02-26T19:36:00.005-06:00

A design contest from DwellPhase 1: Pick an everyday object that doesn't function well & desperately needs to be redesigned (deadline March 31, 2009)Phase 2: Submit a redesign proposal for the objects chosen (April 5 - June 10, 2009)Sounds like a good challenge! More details at http://www.dwell.com/services/contests/innovate_it.html

Let them eat red velvet cake

2009-02-02T20:49:00.006-06:00

An adorable Valentine's Day baking project from Bakerella.

Accessory hunting

2009-02-02T11:21:00.005-06:00

I've been on the lookout for cute accessories lately, and found these great Anna Sui wallets on Ebay the other day. I can't decide which one to get -- I love them all!

one bored designer...

2009-01-06T13:32:00.002-06:00

Ugly, yes. But what a fun way to waste time! Make your own hideous work of art at Bomomo.com.

I heart thrift store furniture

2009-01-05T20:40:00.004-06:00

Check out my latest thrift store find -- a great mid-century mod tufted ottoman! I cleaned it, stained the legs, painted the originally gold feet, silver and viola! I love finding great stuff like this when I'm not really looking for it...

Vanishing Act

2008-12-05T17:11:00.004-06:00

An amazing new table available at Design Public:Essey Illusion Table - Clear ... and in white too. Gorgeous!

Christmas Cards...

2008-12-01T11:35:00.004-06:00

... are in the mail. I'm proud of myself for getting them done so early this year. Let's hope the US Postal System doesn't reject my "creative" packaging for the premium set...

Weekend coupon roundup

2008-11-14T18:04:00.005-06:00

Click the image for the full-size coupon. Happy Shopping!10% off $50+ in-store purchase at H&M 30% off entire in-store purchase at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy15% off entire in-store purchase at Express & Express Men30% off entire in-store purchase at Charlotte Russe

Ponoko: So fantastic, I can barely stand it

2008-11-11T09:48:00.009-06:00

My new favorite website: Ponoko.comYou design it -- Ponoko produces it. I can't remember the number of times I've had some random product idea pop into my head, then dismissed it because I had absolutely no idea how to create it. Now if I could just get some of those ideas back...And, there are some great products already on the site for sale by other people. Here's a few of my faves:Stiletto