95. Make a list of 100 things I love for future inspiration for art projects

1. lightening
2. astronauts/outer space
3. plaid
4. doilies
5. vintage handkerchiefs
6. birch, dogwood, Bradford pear, cherry trees
7. teeth
8. lace
9. tutus/petticoats
10. horse show ribbons
11. vintage/romantic photography
12. old maps
13. dandelions
14. peonies
15. ranunculus
16. unicorns
17. woodland creatures
18. dinosaurs
19. corsets
20. glitter/sparkles/sequins/shiny things
21. typewriters
22. engineer/graph paper
23. stockings/long socks
24. fur
25. masks
26. perfect fitting t-shirts
27. satin shorts/slips
28. abnormally large and gaudy jewelry
29. teacups
30. Ouija boards
31. anatomy illustrations
32. ribbon
33. terrariums/bell jars
34. feathers, especially ostrich feathers
35. gnomes
36. cocktail rings
37. princess and the pea references
38. alice in wonderland references
39. eggs, but only the ones that are colored or speckled
40. birdcages
41. owls
42. cupcakes
43. tulle
44. moss
45. skeleton keys
46. mushrooms
47. beach cruisers
48. palm trees
49. pink/red eye makeup
50. platinum blonde hair
51. balloons
52. vintage suitcases
53. old picture frames or furniture that were painted white and now the paint is chipping away
54. bats
55. ridiculous raver outfits
56. diptychs
57. double exposures
58. butterflies
59. coral
60. curls
61. mason jars
62. hydrangea
63. wrought iron bed frames
64. day beds
65. floor cushions
66. French doors
67. apples
68. peaches
69. pears
70. cowboy boots
71. any light, flowy fabrics
72. polaroids
73. plastic/toy cameras
74. sparklers
75. hammocks/swings
76. serving trays
77. cute little tiny colorful birds
78. dress forms
79. mantels
80. tin ceiling tiles
81. ivy/vines
82. quilts
83. aprons
84. white eyelet dresses
85. globes
86. grass
87. clothes lines
88. white picket fence
89. fields of flowers
90. silver
91. pirates
92. orcas/dolphins
93. carousels
    
94. hot chocolate
95. stars
96. skeleton keys
97. hearts
98. sheet music
99. tattoos
100. tears
     

Book Lust: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Honestly, the first I saw of this book was the beginning of chapter 1 [below] and I didn't believe it was a real book. I quickly went over to Amazon.com and did a little bit of a search and saw that in fact, this is a real book. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: The Classic Regency Romance - Now with Ultraviolent Zombie Mayhem! I'm dying for this book now and I believe I will indulge and buy a copy. I've always wanted to check out some of Jane Austen's books and I think the best way to try to get myself interested is to go for a copy that has some zombie action in it also! Plus it's only a little over $7 which is about what I spent for lunch today so I can't justify NOT buying it.
Once I order it and get it in the mail and read it... I'll let you know what I think of this book.

Photographer Feature: Guy Aroch

TILT

[image via Cecy Young]

• Housewarming registration... My Tumblr friends said they would actually buy me stuff if I registered somewhere for my housewarming so I started my list at Target.
• Hot lunch dates... Yesterday an adorable graduate student took me out to lunch and it was pretty much the best date I've ever been on.
• Garden... I thought I would have closed on my house by now and been able to transplant some of the seeds that I started, but so far no luck. My cucumbers and watermelons have gotten out of control and are taking over my apartment. I can't wait to eat something I grew myself.
• Compost... My compost bin was set up yesterday at the house. It'll be a while before I can really use it I suppose, but it's still exciting.
• Missed Connections on Craigslist
  

Sorry, that's all I got... Still being bitter about my closing date moving 5 times and having to pay utilities in my apartment and the house that I don't own and can't even go into.

Etsy Love: Sarah Seven

Sarahseven is based out of Portland, Oregon. Her dresses are feminine and romantic and made to your custom size. She even carries a beautiful wedding line [pictured below]. Did I mention the photography for her store is also amazing?

[images via sarahseven]

Photographer Feature: Mike Brodie

Spring Has Sprung

Last Sunday I started seeds to go into the garden of my new house. Now that it's been a week, all but the red peppers and Chinese lanterns have started to sprout. I planted watermelon, carrots [probably more for my bunny than for me], cucumbers, forget me nots, lettuce, Canterbury bells, Chinese lanterns, and red peppers. I went in search of ranunculus today with no success.

If you have any ranunculus or irish moss you would be willing to part with, please let me know!

A Much Needed TILT

[image via sophie*g]

I’ve been feeling so tragic this morning that I think that a Things I Love Thursday might be exactly what I need to brighten my day up a bit... My closing date got moved again and I just keep getting pushed closer to when my lease ends, I'm petrified of not having enough time to get everything done.

• True Friends... I have so much love for my friends who can recognize when I have a big smile on face, but am screaming for help underneath. The accompaniment to the thrift store, chit chat, dancing, and amazing conversations keep me going and are greatly appreciated.
• Comedy Night... Last night I went to my first comedy night and it was hilarious, much better than what I had expected. I just wish it were on a weekend so maybe I could have had a drink also! Wednesdays are not good party nights for an 8-5er.
• DIY Projects... I keep seeing amazing DIY projects online that I'm dying to do and bookmarking them in hopes of accomplishing them when I get into my new house... Here are some of my favorites and links of the instructions so you can try them too:
• Decor Amor: How to throw a tea party
• Photojojo: How to develop film with coffee and vitamin c
• Lucky Star Origami
• Craftzine: Mason Jar Terrarium
• Design*Sponge: Custom Wedding Car Cans
• Design*Sponge: Cedar Slice Silhouettes
• Mr. Peacock: Decoupage your ceiling
• Design*Sponge: Recycled Painting Magnetic Noteboard
• Design*Sponge: Babydoll Coat Rack
• Tumblr friend virtual hugs... A common practice for people on Tumblr is to stop following you if you have a bad day, just one post about having a bad day. Talk about fair weather friends, but every once in a while someone will reach out from the big scary world wide web and give you a nice virtual hug and that's so amazing... A stranger cares enough to let you know that it'll be ok and they've been through the same thing. Aww, feel the love :)
• My Emo Playlist for today
• Ranunculus... That's the flower at the top, I think they are so adorable, but never knew what they were called till yesterday! Now rest assured that my garden will be filled with them.
  

Photographer Feature: Horst

Ginger Rogers

Gene Tierney

[images via Horst P. Horst]