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Happy Groundhog Day

Here in sunny Los Angeles, I don’t think we’ll have to worry about those extra six weeks of winter. Which is a good thing, because I get really cranky when it’s cold. print by amberalexander on Etsy

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Charles Krafft

This is a very interesting and down to earth interview with Charles Krafft, the creator of Disasterware: “blue and white commemorative ceramics informed by violence, politics, and natural catastrophies.”

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Gettin’ Cozy

I’m totally digging these cozy MacBook cases by Davey Sommers of the Chicago art collective, The Post Family, even if you may never need a laptop again now that the iPad is on the loose. You can grab a laptop sweater for yourself for $20 at their shop alo ...

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Bear Hug

Awww, aren’t they adorable? Such a sweet (and appropriate!) gift… maybe for Valentine’s Day? Or my birthday? Or your birthday? Sweetie? poppytalkhandmade via Aesthetic Outburst

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Pretty Cuppa

In college I managed a small coffee shop on campus. We did everything the old-fashioned way, none of those fully-automated machines like they have at *ahem* starbucks *cough*. This is a really beautiful video about the art of good espresso. The Mr. and I ...

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Dollhouse-inspired Photo Shoot

I’m a big fan of Steep Street Photography. Kelty is crazy-talented and she approaches her work with such obvious passion. Check out this recent photo shoot: Pretty rad, no? Take a peek at the Steep Street blog for more.

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Green House

I’m completely in love with this amazing living wall in the East Village home of Matthew and Emma McGregor-Mento. This apartment was featured over on Re-nest (eco Apartment Therapy) back in May. This couple has totally maximized their 650 sq/ft. pad with ...

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Takashi Amano

Throughout high school I had fish tanks and even worked at a fish store for a while. I had a pretty sweet setup, but nothing like these amazing aquascapes by Takashi Amano, a Japanese photographer, designer and Aquarist. “Takashi Amano is one of the mo ...

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In Review

So 2009 has come to a close. I’ve been blessed with a prosperous and exciting year, but I know its been tough for a lot of people. At least it looks like 2010 is showing signs of life. One thing that keeps me from falling into the post-Christmas blues is ...