Today I’m thrilled to welcome not one, but three bloggers to the What’s In Your Pocket series! I’ve long been a fan of Grain Edit (they have one of my favorite blog layouts around) and was thrilled that their entire team was up for giving us a peek into their respective pockets and pocketbooks. Dave…
One thing I appreciate most about running Design*Sponge is getting to share people’s private homes in a public space. A home is such a personal place and I know how hard it is to open yours up to a large group of people and hear what they have to say about anything and everything. So…
For the last month, I’ve searched for the perfect 2011 calendar and, barring any major surprises, I think I’ve found my pick: Cicada Studio’s new tea towel calendar. If I had to pick one design component I love above all others it would be fabric, so having a calendar in fabric form is a big…
Edith Piaf is my go-to mood changer. With just a few songs, she can turn any moment into a melancholy Parisian vacation. Does it go without saying that we all could use more Parisian vacations, even of the melancholy variety? The 2007 biopic La Vie En Rose is just that, albeit a dirty, sad and…
Oh man, I am finishing up this guide at the last minute because I had such a hard time editing things down! Last night we had a loud rain storm in Martha’s Vineyard that kept me up so I was working until two or three in the morning picking out my favorite knobs, pulls, door…
So far, I’ve spent most of my vacation drooling over the amazing antique hardware covering the homes here in Martha’s Vineyard. From shutter latches to door knockers, this island has the “New England Charm” thing down pat. Today I thought I’d devote my work hours to rounding up my favorite hardware resources on the web….
Today’s Biz Ladies post comes from Jordan Moore, an Internet marketing consultant who works with artists and crafters to grow their businesses online. She authored the best-selling ebook The Etsy Kit, a collection of tutorials designed for artists looking to expand their businesses using etsy.com, and maintains a marketing blog. Jordan offers us some helpful…
Illustration by Julia Rothman Today’s Berlin guide comes from Nadja Lavin. Nadja, a native of Germany, moved to the US two years ago and started working in screenprinting. She graciously showcased her home in a Sneak Peek this past March, and today she shares a wonderful guide to Berlin. Nadja includes a variety of restaurants,…
Psst! Just a quick programming note: Amy Azzarito has a new post over at the Design*Sponge section of Currency. Today she’s writing about five great accessories to help you curl up at home this fall. That bird votive is calling my name. Click here to check out Amy’s full post on Currency’s D*S Blog. xo,…
I remember when Helvetica came out in 2007 and every graphic designer I knew went bananas. Each email I received read some variation of “OMG have you seen Helvetica? What? You haven’t? WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?” So when I saw these new cross stitch kits, I thought to myself, “Well, I know what I’m…
When Amie Corley and her husband Rob purchased this 1907 St. Louis home in 2004, Amie was just starting her career as a decorator. Her passion for fashion easily morphed into a love of interiors, and when friends began asking her for help, Amie Corley Interiors was born. Textiles and wallpaper are always her starting…
When Alissa Pulcrano purchased this 1916-built home in Portland’s Williams Street Corridor, the neighborhood had fallen into a state of urban decay, with many of the commercial buildings boarded up and burned out. Initially, Alissa thought that she would turn the home into an investment rental and move back to her condo, but the area grew…
Jen Jafarzadeh L’Italien and husband Dan moved to Williamsburg, Brooklyn, only a year ago. The couple outgrew their last apartment and while this 825-sq. ft. loft isn’t technically more space, the high ceilings and unique layout make it work. Jen spent eight years working as a magazine editor covering the home market for Real Simple…
Nina Gotlieb built her house from scratch and wow — I can honestly say that she built my dream home! Her goal was to create a simple, modern and crisp space. There are so many inspiring ideas in Nina’s guestroom — from the luggage racks to the terrarium and the crate shelves. The subtle and…
Good morning! I’m writing today from sunny (but cool) Martha’s Vineyard where I’m vacationing with AC and most of my extended family. After a weekend filled with a fun beach wedding and a long 12-hour drive from Virginia Beach to Massachusetts, I’m feeling a little sleepy this morning. So I thought I’d kick off the…
I’m thrilled to wrap up the week with a peek at a special event that look place last Wednesday at Brooklyn Grange. Brooklyn Grange is a commercial organic farming business that grows vegetables on rooftops throughout New York City and sells them to local residents and businesses. Last week they teamed up with bobo restaurant…
We try to keep the recipes relatively easy on “In the Kitchen With” so you are inspired to try them and don’t have to put any special effort into pulling them together. We also look for recipes that lend themselves to personalization, allowing you to substitute your own ingredients to fit your palate, dietary needs…
Hello Design*Spongers, we’ve missed you. We’ve had a whirlwind of events going on, but are so happy to be back today with another turn-of-the-globe entertaining idea. This time when we spun, fate brought us right back to Europe with Belgium. Belgium: Beer . . . chocolate . . . french fries (dipped in mayo) ….
The Studio Choo girls are taking a break this week, so I’m thrilled to welcome Sierra and Juliet from Poppies and Posies for a guest post. Take it away, ladies! Recently, we started a little something on our blog called “From Flowers to Fashion” and we’ve been having a blast with it. We put together…
Image above from Scumbag Clothing I’m a firm believer in the “something in, something out” ethos. In other words, if I pick up a new shirt, I’ll comb my closet for a garment I haven’t worn in some time and get rid of it. If my husband comes home from T.J.Maxx with a set of…
