If you’ve never heard of wet plate photography, that’s because it was popular during the Civil War, before it was replaced by daguerreotypes. But photographer Ian Ruhter uses this technique to create incredible one-of-a-kind photographs. Aren’t they gorgeous? Descriptions of the process make me really appreciate the ease of digital photography these days–yet digital photos […]
Outfit Post: Red and Blue
This morning Steven looked at my outfit and made fun of me for wearing a denim tuxedo. The silly man doesn’t know that 1) red denim doesn’t count, and 2) this shirt is chambray, not denim. Geez, it’s like he doesn’t even read any fashion blogs. Shirt: Target (last year) Jeans: Anthropologie Shoes: Converse, thrifted […]
Color of the Week: Pastel Purple
Pastels are still on my mind, this time in a sweet purple shade. This color would look fantastic paired with some mint green, don’t you think? (First image: Unknown) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Amazing Art: Urban Geodes
Wow, have you seen this beautiful street art? The artist, Paige Smith, creates unexpected paper “geodes” in public nooks and crannies. I’d love to happen upon one of these on the street, wouldn’t you? If you’re in Los Angelos, keep your eyes peeled for crystals. Photos: A Common Name
Pillars of Creation Pillows
It’s been a while since I’ve posted about my Etsy shop, Pillars of Creation, but I’m happy to announce that in addition to galaxy-print silk scarves, I’m also now selling nebula-print throw pillow covers. I currently have these three listed: I’ll be making them in three more designs, too, which correspond to this, this, and […]
Pi Day
Did you know that Pi(e) Day is coming up on March 14 (3/14)? If you’re not familiar with that very nerdy holiday, it’s the celebration of the mathematical constant, π, or the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, which comes out to be 3.14 (plus a lot of other numbers). Given the name […]
Outfit Post: Stolen
It’s a time-honored tradition for girls to steal t-shirts from their significant others, though it rarely goes the other way. My husband’s t-shirts are, for the most part, too big and boxy for me to wear. This one, though, is super soft and drapey, and I think I wear it almost as much as he […]
Tutorial: Rope and Wrapped-Thread Necklace
A while ago I made a rope necklace, but this one is quite different and is inspired by a new crop of designer necklaces, which have kind of a techno-tribal feel. Despite the lengthy instructions, these are pretty easy to make yourself, and the best part is that you make them in whatever colors you […]
Spring 2012 Color: Pale Peach
Thanks to this spring’s color trends, my addiction to pastel shades is only growing. 1. From Me To You 2. Louis Vuitton Spring 2012 3. Urban Outfitters 4. Midwest Alchemy 5. Zimmermann 6. Tibi 7. Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2012