Does anyone else feel like February is sort of a blah, blue month? Perhaps I'm just in a funk, having spent the better part of the month battling one cold after the next. This painting, by Eduard Tomek circa 1971 captures February for me - tumultuous and moody. Yet for all its darkness, the colors inspired a fun outfit. Source: artandopinion.tumblr.com via Laura@JourneyChic on Pinterest Water Color Blues by journeychic featuring python … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Eye Candy
February 14, 2012 By 5 Comments
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! A nasty cold has sidelined me for the past few days, so this V-Day isn't going to be terribly exciting. Last night my hubby brought me roses and made a yummy steak tip dinner since he'll playing softball tonight while I curl up on the couch with a big ole box of tissues. For your viewing pleasure, here are some hot men and hot bedrooms. Consider it some Valentine's Day eye candy especially for you! Source: Uploaded by user via … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Hot Valentine’s Day Outfits
February 8, 2012 By 4 Comments
Whew - it was a crazy week at my real job and our house has been hobbled by illness the past few days (complete with Junior coming down with pink eye yesterday - ugh!). I feel so behind in life, with craft projects, writing, and reading piling high. Needless to say, I'm thrilled to have Renee from This Won't Hurt A Bit visiting today to share some drop-dead outfits worthy of of the sexiest holiday of the year. If you're wondering what to wear on Valentine's Day - whether you have a hot date or a … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Decorative Plate Tutorial
February 2, 2012 By 6 Comments
Today's guest blogger is Emily from The Three Bite Rule, who's another Boston babe. She shares yummy recipes and entertaining ideas on her blog, and today's she's bringing us a great tutorial on how to dress up inexpensive glass plates with paper to create a unique serving dish. Welcome, Emily! When JourneyChic had a call for guest posts I was psyched and had a few projects in mind. My name is Emily and I write The Three Bite Rule about eating, cooking, restaurants and all things food. I … [Read more...]
On Comparison.
January 31, 2012 By 8 Comments
I spotted this on Pinterest and it sums up what I've been feeling lately. Source: twitter.com via Laura@JourneyChic on Pinterest I confess, I am guilty of comparing My house to ones in magazines and blogs. My house to that of my neighbor/friend. My job to an imaginary one in which I can blog all day but still make the same amount of money as I do now. Myself to the girl I once was. Myself to the woman who I am not, will never be, and have no real desire to be. The reality is … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Custom T-shirt Tutorial
January 30, 2012 By 1 Comment
Since I'm on a business trip this week, I lined up two great bloggers to share some crafty tutorials with you. First up is Kirstin from Our Journey to Africa, who I met when we were in the same Brownie troop way back in the day. She's here to share a step-by-step tutorial for customizing t-shirts using vinyl and simple stitches. Having read her instructions, I'm about two clicks away from buying myself a Silhouette Cameo! Hi! I'm Kirstin and I am very excited to be guest-blogging on my OLD … [Read more...]
Two Lights Are Better Than One
January 26, 2012 By 4 Comments
Our half-bath (aka powder room) went through a major transformation in 2010, going from a bland, builder-basic box to a rich blue ode to the ocean. It was one of many crazy-good ideas I had when I was pregnant (see below - I am not just weirdly fat). First we made some repairs, painted, and replaced the hardware and faucet. Then we made a valance for the window, and finally trimmed the mirror and hung art on the walls. All of these changes were wonderful and made this tiny room one of my … [Read more...]
