Poppytalk Mad March Lookbook

Jan from Poppytalk has really outdone herself with the Mad March Lookbook:

Isn't the layout wonderful? & so many gorgeous goodies! I'm partial to page 23 :)

Street Lights or Sculptures?

I thought these street lights looked so light & airy against the bright overcast sky (yep, no photoshop on the sky - it was really a blank canvas). Also, they reminded me of when Seagulls are drawn like this:



Do you see it too?

Vicinity Studio on Poppytalk Handmade!

The new Poppytalk Handmade "Love Transforms" Valentine & Wedding theme market is up, & Vicinity Studio is a part of it!

Seeing Vicinity Studio designs rubbing shoulders with the work of amazing artists I respect & admire in this beautifully curated market, is making me grin from ear to ear!

Hoo Loves You?

A brand spankin new set of 8 printable Valentines is in the shop!



Check out what the other sweet owls have to say here.

Dapper Gift Wrapping

This year, I really wanted to dress up my Holiday wrapping with dapper little bow ties, so I whipped up these cuties:



I also wanted to offer a free holiday download to all of you, & there are already so many adorable gift tags out there... maybe your last minute gifts need handsome bow ties too? I bet they do! Print out DIY bow ties of your very own right here!

Palm Springs Dreamin

Let's take a break from our dinner party to dream about Palm Springs! What if we jumped on a plane & rented a gorgeous mid-century modern abode for a few days? The perfect mix of modern amenities & vintage lines would be just the place for a pre-holiday rest.

In the mornings we could pop over to Kings Highway at the Ace Hotel for a good old fashioned diner breakfast & a piping hot french press of Stumptown. After breakfast we can even take silly pictures in the photo booth!

Then we could go back to the house & hang out in the pool until our fingertips turn amazingly pruney.

What do you say? Shall I book it?

Wrestling Peacocks

After a ton of trial & error, I am so happy with this beautiful peacock color for a brand spankin' new Way to the Show print!


You may be wondering how difficult it can be to choose the right shade of peacock blue, right?

let's just say this is a small sample of possibilities.

Yippee Yay Yahooey!

This is my final entry for Souvenir Foto School's A-Z 30 day challenge ( I didn't shoot the letters in order). It's been a fantastic ride with excellent classmates. I recommend MissB's classes to anyone & everyone! I bet you want to celebrate something too- go ahead & download the mini-pennant pdf here!

You Zig, I'll Zag

I've been dreaming of chevron backed pillows with my Optimists' happy faces on the front. Unfortunately, my efforts in screen printing on fabric usually result in a sloppy mess (sigh). It might be time to find a pro.

Buzz!

Vicinity Studio got a little boost from Etsy Finds Enchante yesterday!

As you can imagine, I'm doing a little happy dance right now:)

Making a Grey Day Sunny

The sky is so grey today, I had to make my own sun:

It's one of those Pacific Northwest survival skills.

Happy Chic Mantle

Do you have some Jonathan Adler products cheering up your home too? Post a photo on the Jonathan Adler site!

Summer Means Music

AND festival posters! Caught this one mid-paint job on Easy Street Records, I think they should keep the paint-splattered ladder right where it is.

The designer is Chelsea Conboy, her mid-century meets 2010 illustrations are pure eye-candy!

Meet the Optimists

I'd like to introduce you to my new friends:

Madame & Monsieur Optimist are just the loveliest people, they are always bubbly & bright. Want them to come to your place? Check them out in the shop!

The Song in my Head

Just little throw-back ditty for the weekend.

Delightful artwork by Steve Erdman. Love those songbird characters!

Time to Take Your Vitamins

Vitamins C & D (for Design) that is.

Wright's Right

But it's that 99% perspiration thing that tends to bring you back down to earth.

You? Me? Oui!

Thinking sweet lovey thoughts brought about these designs. They are printable pdf's, because handmade Valentines really are the best.

Red hot in the etsy shop Vicinity Studio

This is Home

I can't believe it! My little postcard made the semifinals for the This is Home Project!



Make your way on over & vote for your favorite. There's a ton of talent & some truly inspired entries!

Vicinity Studio Launched!

My first listing for Vicinity Studio is up on Etsy! 38 views so far & 1 sale (thanks Mom:) Now I just need to get a few more designs buttoned up! -Oh yes, & make some sales.