Squeaky Chic

TGIF!: "Sleep the Clock Around" -- Belle and Sebastian

2012-01-20T07:21:00.000-07:00

Decor Art

2012-01-20T07:14:00.002-07:00

I was at a clients' home and we were talking about her art studio and I was telling her of my work space. She asked me what kind of art I do and I told her I was into decor- how every wall is a blank canvas. She looked at me like I was a phony. These photos are what I am talking about. Displayed collections and organized spaces. It's about seeing art in everything- sorry, I just watched an Eames documentary and feel like I'm stealing a quote from Ray Eames.

All photos from Apartment Therapy

Pedal-Powered Boat

2012-01-20T06:59:00.000-07:00

A pedal-powered shanty boat by Phil Thiel.

It goes 3-4 miles/ hour- I think I would need some handlebars or something to hold onto.

You can buy fully detailed plans to build your own for $150.

Barbie Trashes Her Dreamhouse

2012-01-10T07:34:00.001-07:00

The Kitchen, 2011, Carrie M. Becker, a photo by carriembecker on Flickr.

Carrie Becker created a hoarding home in miniature. The season premiere of Hoarders, the television show, had 2.4 million viewers. Carrie says that she is just trying to create a world where the viewer cannot distinguish between what is reality and what is fiction. Art for arts' sake- I think it's awesome.

TGIF!: Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Zero

2012-01-06T06:13:00.000-07:00

Random Likes

2012-01-06T06:04:00.002-07:00

Resolutions- Teresa Wozniak

This looks like my list every year.

Laundry Basket Pen Cups- Target 3 for $1

So cute! I thought I could use one for my laundry quarters.

Vintage Plastic Baskets- Busy Bee Vintage on Etsy

Save Haven

Time to get rid of it. It feels better being in an uncluttered space.

Purse Organizers

2012-01-06T05:55:00.000-07:00

Purse organizers- Divide and Conquer

I've been busy with work these days- I don't have time for my usual routine of coffee and blogs in the morning. So I've been looking for items to improve my work life. These organizing bins could come in handy for all of my tools.

They come in different sizes- I'm looking for ones that fit in my side bike baskets.

TGIF!: Iron Maiden - Wasted Years

2011-12-30T05:41:00.000-07:00

Happy New Year

2011-12-30T05:22:00.000-07:00

Jose Azevedo

TGIF!: Thomas Newman-Any Other Name

2011-12-23T07:21:00.000-07:00

Happy Holidays

2011-12-23T07:14:00.002-07:00

Disney

Kelsey Garrity Riley

dejvicka

Wrapping

2011-12-23T07:09:00.001-07:00

Kids Artwork- Martha Stewart

Eco Friendly Gift Wrap- Martha Stewart

Map Wrap- Ramshakle Glam

Paint Chip Gift Wrap- d. sharp journal

The Year of the Bark

2011-12-23T07:03:00.002-07:00

Toffee Pretzel Bark- Coco Cake

Everywhere I look are recipes for bark. I made Peppermint bark twice this year and it has been a big hit. So easy to make- just melt chocolate and throw stuff into it. I found this recipe for pretzel toffee bark- must try!

Pistachios and Sea Salt Bark- Apartment 34

Dollhouse

2011-12-23T06:52:00.003-07:00

Dollhouse from Make It Lovely- it's so good!

I've always loved miniatures- I used to spent my allowance on dollhouse furniture.

Neat Stuff

2011-12-23T06:46:00.000-07:00

Earbud Holder- Spooled

Five Borough Pillows- Marissa at Hand Over Fist

Paper Snowflakes- I may do something like this to my kitchen window and keep it up all year!

Accessories

2011-12-16T06:36:00.002-07:00

Buckle Cuff- Kayce Hughes

I don't wear accessories as much as I used to but I need this cuff- love it.

I Phone Case

2011-12-16T06:28:00.000-07:00

I phone cases on etsy by rupydetequila.

I love them but they are pricey-$60

TGIF!: The Clash - Police and Thieves

2011-12-09T07:43:00.000-07:00

Random Likes

2011-12-09T07:07:00.001-07:00

Xl Macrame Wall- The Brick House

Hanging Ceramic Pods- Farrah Sit

Artful Interiors- Anni Albers

Dark Chocolate Peppermint Cookies with Milk Chocolate- Coco Cake

Patterned Tights- 3939

Gold Satchel- Cambridge Satchel Co.

Factor Women

Crown Hairpin- Craft Magazine

Bunny Slippers- Nikol Lohr

Thomsen Paris Fashion

2011-12-09T07:03:00.001-07:00

Photo from Where the Lovely Things Are

I love it all.

Marfa Skirt

2011-12-09T06:47:00.001-07:00

Marfa Skirt by S. Stein. This skirt started the hunt for a new waist (fanny) pack for work on ebay. I looked at 1500 fanny packs on ebay. This skirt is $225. I'm looking to spend no more than $30.

I finally got an I Phone. I listened to Pandora while I worked on my headphones- loved it! I need something to hold my phone securely.

Rocking Boots

2011-12-02T07:14:00.001-07:00

Just purchased these boots- Kickers Women's Rocking Boots. I waited too long and the black sold out and now the brown is sold out- after I ordered my brown pair. This is the only picture I could get- sorry so small. I have the worst time finding a good pair of boots or sunglasses. I get these on Monday- I hope they look as good as the picture. I hope they rock.

Random Likes

2011-12-02T07:05:00.001-07:00

Image from Commune

Cozy!

Arctic Scarf from Sarah London

Love It!


Martha Stewart

Pretty!

TGIF!: Weezer ~ "Pumped Up Kicks" (Costa Mesa, CA)

2011-12-02T07:02:00.000-07:00

Random Likes

2011-11-26T06:10:00.001-07:00

Photo from Flickr

Gift Wrapping Station- House and Home

Photo from Inspired by this Feeling

Photo from Ideas to Steal

Selvedge Retail Shop

Williams-Sonoma Dish Rack

Vintage Camera Nightlights

2011-11-26T06:08:00.001-07:00

Love These!

Calenders

2011-11-26T06:05:00.001-07:00

Lisa Rupp

Spread the Love

1 Canoe 2

Daniel Frost

2011-11-26T05:58:00.001-07:00

TGIF!:The White Stripes - Rag And Bone

2011-11-18T07:29:00.000-07:00

Vintage Tree Toppers

2011-11-18T06:48:00.001-07:00

I was looking on etsy for a tree topper- these are a few of my favorites!

Weird is always good!

Wow! Love this one but I don't want to spend $40 on a tree topper.

I think I want to spend $40 on a tree topper.

Or I can spend $2.50 on thrift store junk and just make one.

TGIF!: Tegan And Sara - Back In Your Head

2011-11-11T07:35:00.000-07:00

Random Likes

2011-11-11T07:15:00.001-07:00

Image from Bobedre

Design Sponge

New York Times

Tyin Tegnestne

Nautical Knits- I want!

Chevron Mittens-Trula Kids

Schoolhouse Electric

Wallpaper

2011-11-11T07:11:00.001-07:00

Alvhem Estate and Interior

So good!

Photos by Frederik Karlsson

Oliver Laric

2011-11-11T07:09:00.001-07:00

Multi-Colored Busts by Oliver Laric- Love it!

Window Film

2011-11-11T07:04:00.001-07:00

Window film by Emma Jeff

Images from Decor 8

Public Hotel in Chicago

2011-11-11T06:51:00.001-07:00

I want to sit in those chairs!

Love this look!- still waiting on ball lights I purchased on ebay. It's been 6 weeks- I am thinking it's lost.

TGIF: Beck - Timebomb

2011-11-04T07:14:00.000-06:00

Vintage Wallpaper Collection

2011-11-04T07:08:00.001-06:00

Vintage Wallpaper Collection by Hemingway Design- I love them all!

TGIF!: Dinosaur Jr. - Get Me

2011-10-28T07:18:00.000-06:00

Random Likes

2011-10-28T07:06:00.000-06:00

Cloth extension cords- fancy!

Wool crepe top- lovely!

Opinel knife set- love the wood handles!

Sweet Jane Couture headpieces- $425-$1150

Map Works

2011-10-28T06:57:00.000-06:00

Map collage by Matthew Cusik

Snow

2011-10-26T07:14:00.000-06:00

8 inches of snow predicted today- I kinda regret not putting my winter tires on my bike.

Beach Plastic Art

2011-10-25T17:39:00.000-06:00

Neat Gadgets

2011-10-25T17:10:00.002-06:00

USB Flower Pot- charging station for all your gadgets!

Animal Cord Wraps- I just wrapped my cords with pipe cleaners to tame the chaos. These are cooler!

TGIF!: The Revillos - Rev-Up

2011-10-21T07:34:00.000-06:00

Greedy

2011-10-21T07:30:00.000-06:00

I have been fighting with Martha Stewarts' magazine company for over 2 weeks. When I renewed my subscription I was given a free gift subscription for a friend. I also had a 10% off coupon for my subscription. When I looked at my credit card statement, they didn't give me the 10% off and then I got a bill for my gift subscription. I sent emails to explain and got back ones saying that I was wrong. So I finally said cancel my subscription and credit me my money for subscription for 2012- they said they would. I feel like they make it so difficult so people will just give in and pay it. Now I get to tell my friend that she's not getting the magazine- it makes me look cheap, like she's not worth the $27. Keep your pretty picture magazine, with your too complex recipes and useless tips. Your greed has ruined our relationship.

Macquarium

2011-10-21T07:07:00.001-06:00

Recycle your computer- you can order a kit at Macquarium. Neato!

Fish tanks look so pretty when they're clean and so bad when they are dirty.

Vintage Glass Light Fixtures

2011-10-21T07:00:00.001-06:00

Globe Chandeliers by Michelle James- love them!

TGIF!: The Replacements - Unsatisfied

2011-10-14T06:15:00.000-06:00

Clarity

2011-10-13T07:26:00.000-06:00

I tidy up for a living. It's what I do and I love it. I provide clarity and increase productivity for others. Today I am dealing with a bathroom that looks like this- the best way to tackle it is to take everything off and designate homes for everything.

Birch & Bird Vintage Home Interiors

2011-10-13T06:56:00.000-06:00

Liy and Rachel opened an etsy store called Birch and Bird. They turned their passion for thrifting, simple living, and great design into a thriving business. These are pictures of Lilys' home- it's a revolving door of vintage treasures!

This is how I decorate- mixed patterns, texture, and color. I love it!

I went to their shop on etsy and bought this metal tray that is going to hang in my bathroom. I have recently developed an online shopping addiction- I'll stop as soon as I have everything I want.

Random Likes

2011-10-13T06:37:00.000-06:00

Photo from Serena & Lily

I just ordered some string lights to hang in the bathroom- they look like this!

Decor 8

Granny chic christmas wrap- I know it's too soon! The holiday commercials are already driving me crazy.

TGIF!: Dinosaur Jr. - I Live For That Look

2011-10-07T05:43:00.000-06:00

Autumn Leaf Rose

2011-10-07T05:31:00.002-06:00

Learn how to make on Design Sponge.

Cozamial

2011-10-07T05:29:00.001-06:00

Images from Decor 8

Modern Prints by Nancy Ramirez

Fashionable Footwear

2011-10-05T07:53:00.000-06:00

Merrell Wilderness Remix Boots

This is my version of stylish bike footwear. Merrell boots are the most comfortable boots I've ever worn- I get a new pair every year. These are my options this season. The Wilderness Remix boot has a removable down leg warmer that you can use in other boots. A down leg warmer? Gimme!

Merrell Martina Boots

Espresso, Boulder, or Black- the worst part of this boot is picking which color- I want them all!

High Heel Clipless Bike Shoes

2011-10-05T07:17:00.000-06:00

I saw these hand made wooden bike shoes on instructables.com

Side view is nice but that's about it- why is it so difficult to find stylish bike shoes that aren't sporty?

Do these look comfortable to you? Sorry, but comfort is key- nice workshop project though.

Fashion

2011-10-05T07:08:00.001-06:00

Photos from Where the Lovely Things Are

Sonya Rykiel

Christian Dior

Moschino Cheap and Chic

Pantone Christmas Tree

2011-10-05T07:01:00.000-06:00

I saw these Pantone christmas bulbs online- and these string lights on eBay. Already thinking of tree decorations- I can't help it.

TGIF!: Husker Du - Don't Want to Know If you are Lonely

2011-09-30T06:24:00.000-06:00

Happy Autumn

2011-09-23T06:48:00.000-06:00

Note to Self

I'm in love with Tartan- very cozy!

Pendelton Mills Blankets

Raspberry & Red

People & GQ

TGIF!: GENERATION -X- YOUR GENERATION

2011-09-23T06:41:00.000-06:00

Three Years

2011-09-20T07:04:00.000-06:00

Today is the 3 year anniversary of me quitting smoking- who knew I would make it this long. Not me.

Fashion Week

2011-09-20T06:54:00.001-06:00

Suno

Jason Wu

Jonathan Saunders

Luca Luca

Rebecca Taylor

Sass & Bide

Photos from Where The Lovely Things Are

Bill Cunningham New York

2011-09-20T06:41:00.000-06:00

TGIF!: Lykke Li "I'm Good, I'm Gone"

2011-09-16T07:23:00.000-06:00

Alabasta Trays

2011-09-16T07:07:00.001-06:00

Vintage Decal Lids

2011-09-16T07:06:00.001-06:00

Love the lids with vintage decals!

Image from Dottie Angel

Meyercord Decals available on Etsy- so many good ones!

40's Glass Canister on Etsy

Store Front

2011-09-09T07:30:00.003-06:00

I love this shot- gritty!

Pallet Reuse

2011-09-09T07:26:00.000-06:00

Great idea to reuse old pallets. Working retail, I've seen my share of pallets- I don't miss them.

So Close

2011-09-09T07:21:00.002-06:00

I am still looking for collapsible bins to take to organizing jobs for sorting- these were so close. Umbra- $19.95 available at the Container Store. Unfortunately they are too small- 22"x12"x13". I need something wider- these would fill up instantly.

In The Zone

2011-09-09T07:13:00.001-06:00

The Art of Clean Up by Ursus Wehrli

I can't stop organizing. I am doing a whole house organizing job in Cherry Creek and everything I look at becomes a project. My boyfriends' place has improved, my place is almost perfection- I am in the zone.

TGIF!: Judas Priest - Another Thing Comin'

2011-09-09T07:03:00.000-06:00

Home Living in 2020

2011-09-05T06:17:00.000-06:00

The International Furnishings and Design Association takes a survey once a decade all about how home life in America will change between now and 2020. These are the predictions:
- smaller spaces 76%
- no more dining rooms 71%
- separate rooms are disappearing 91.5%
- furniture will become increasingly multipurpose 65.7%
- eat in kitchens come back in style 65%
- master bedrooms have more uses than just sleeping 52.2%
- everyone has a home office 75%
- more high tech gadgets 97%

Read the entire article on Apartment Therapy

Random Likes

2011-09-05T06:00:00.001-06:00

Sequin Jacket by Oracle Fox

Love the dog with lampshade!

Madchen

Hand-Loomed Towels from Turkey by Michelle Keller

Hand Towels-$38 Bath Towels-$88

Let Them Eat Art. Chocolate Cake Couch by Leandro Erlich

Pencil Pouch by Tokyo Inspired on Etsy

So Cute!

TGIF!: Blur - Coffee And TV

2011-09-02T08:18:00.000-06:00

Busy!

2011-08-26T07:21:00.000-06:00

Photo from Flickr

New work schedule- trying to adjust. Will post when things smooth out! TGIF!

TGIF!: The J.B.'s - Pass The Peas

2011-08-26T07:15:00.000-06:00

Paper Starburst Pendant Lamp

2011-08-21T07:40:00.003-06:00

Lamp by The 3 R's

Love that!

Tiny Sticker Wallpaper

2011-08-21T07:38:00.003-06:00

Wallpaper by Brian Kaspr and Payton Turner

Awesome- that's alotta stickers!

TGIF! on Sunday: Foster the People -Pumped up kicks

2011-08-21T07:34:00.000-06:00

Goodwill Outlet World

2011-08-15T07:15:00.002-06:00

I want to organize that sorting area soooooooooooo bad! New Goodwill Outlet World at 3155 S. Platte River Dr. I've gotta check it out- I'll take a leisure 16 mile bike ride on the Platte River Trail someday soon. I'll pack a lunch and make a day of it.

Herb Graveyard

2011-08-15T06:07:00.002-06:00

Herb Markers by Penfold Plant

Love these- I think I've been watching too much True Blood and Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Edit Your Room

2011-08-12T07:09:00.001-06:00

Photos from Design Sponge

Love the whole place! The home of Shag Omtez, senior art director of Fossil. There is a lot of stuff but the editing is perfection.

Cozy Kitchen!

Designed efficiently and thoughtfully- great workspace!

Prytania Tote

2011-08-12T07:00:00.003-06:00

I'm in love- $230 by XO Bruno

TGIF!: Phoenix - Lisztomania

2011-08-12T06:48:00.000-06:00

Off Book | Typography PBS Arts

2011-08-08T06:52:00.000-06:00

TGIF!: George Harrison - Blow Away

2011-08-05T07:27:00.000-06:00

Random Likes

2011-08-05T07:16:00.000-06:00

Love the Print!- Anthropologie

Migy

Carmen Vela

Love the skirt and tights!- Creature Comforts

Wallpaper- Design Sponge

All about the lighting!- Ruschmeyer's

Love the color combo!- Erik Jacobs

Love the ballerina art above the pink cabinets- yummy! Karen Inderbitzen-Waller

I would put this on my jacket if it is for sale (they are working on a store site)- Scouts Honor Co.

Love the small detail on pillowcases- Brett Bara

One More Month

2011-08-05T07:01:00.002-06:00

My plan was to spend my summer lounging by the pool, reading books, and getting a tan. I have done that- I have the tan to prove it. I am starting to get motivated to be more productive at work- I have new ideas. But first, I am going to finish my summer books and soak up the last of the hot rays.

Wood Wall Sculpture

2011-07-30T09:18:00.001-06:00

Sculpture by Liv and Jeff McMillan

Love it!

Queen of Domestic Perfection

2011-07-30T09:14:00.001-06:00

Photo from Martha Stewart Everyday Food

I just finished reading Martha Inc. by Christopher Byron. It was a biography of Martha Stewart. She may be mean as a snake but she gets what she wants, the way she likes it. She doesn't have a passion for domestic maintenance, she has a passion for money- she's capitalizing on "Feminine Knowledge". Her quote in her yearbook was "I do what I please, and I do it with ease".

Random Likes

2011-07-29T07:23:00.000-06:00

Papercraft- Kathreen Ricketson

Embroidered Portraits by Daniel Kornramph

Nautical Bedding- Yum!

Tiny Polaroid Snap Shot Magnets- Ambrosia Girl

Great Snapshot! I want to go to there.

Fabric Headboard- love it!

TGIF: Django and Hot Club of France - J'attendrai

2011-07-29T07:12:00.000-06:00

Fashion Plates

2011-07-29T07:02:00.000-06:00

Art from Where The Lovely Things Are

Back to the Future Photography Project

2011-07-29T06:57:00.004-06:00

Photos by Irina Werning

Random Likes

2011-07-22T06:43:00.000-06:00

Cozy kitchen from Apartment Therapy

Organize bobbi pins with a paper clip holder from Real Simple

Great outfit- Kelly Murray

The Neon Museum in Las Vegas

TGIF!: José González - Down the Line

2011-07-22T06:35:00.000-06:00

Motivation

2011-07-21T07:06:00.000-06:00

Motivation- the general desire or willingness of someone to do something.

I've been looking at helpful tips and articles from my blog posts and they all involve motivation. You can do anything if you are motivated- I need to bottle it up and sell it. Actually, I already do- I'm a professional organizer and housekeeper. Here are the topics I have been receiving:

1. Use a timer to stay focused and set limits on tasks
2. 5 steps to create new habits
3. Where to begin when decluttering and organizing
4. Match up your tasks to your natural energy level

Motorcycle Footwear

2011-07-19T06:53:00.000-06:00

My boyfriend has a motorcycle and I constantly complain about not having proper footwear- I live in flip flops. I was planning on buying some boots in New York but that didn't happen. Here are a few I found online:

Love them!

These are growing on me- now I have to check my wardrobe to see if they go with my outfits.