FRIDAY FAVES - Library Style Storage Cabinet

Loving this library style storage cabinet from Target!  It would make an awesome addition to my scrap room. 

FRIDAY FAVES - Modello Designs

What a feast for my eyes!  If I ever want to feel creative this is the place to go.

Modello is a design concept that is both a method and a product.  You can read more about it here.

A couple of their designs for you to enjoy:

The Grand Del Mar/Barrel Vault Ceiling

Shanghai

concrete treatment

Gilding Under Glass

glass treatment

Do check out the site.  You won't regret the inspiration!

FRIDAY FAVES - Merona Dress

I just adore this Merona dress from Target!  Better yet, it's only $40!  *LOVES*

FRIDAY FAVES - Peacock Pavilions in Marrakech, Morrocco

I originally came across this gem on the Decor8 blog that I subscribe to.

One of the lovely bedrooms at the Peacock Pavilion.in Morrocco.

I love this bathroom.  It is so bright and cheery and with that beautiful burst of pink it really catches the eye!  I am in design heaven!!

FRIDAY FAVES - David David Umbrella

Love this geometric umbrella from The Darkroom.  It would even coordinate with last week's Friday Faves!

FRIDAY FAVES - Dressy

Spotted in the April, 2010 issue of Women's Health Magazine, this Tibi dress for $278.  (I know I'm a little late to the game but what a perfect spring dress!)

FRIDAY FAVES - Pretty spoons

Oh if only I could redecorate my house.  What fun I'd have!!  These spoons from the Museum of Modern Art would be a great place to start!

So much goodness on that site...

FRIDAY FAVES - Spoonflower

Imagine a place where you can create and print your own fabric!  Sounds like utopia doesn't it?  Check it out here:  Spoonflower.

I loved this animal print:

Imagine all of the other possibilities!

FRIDAY FAVORITES - Prima's brand new So Cute Collection!

This is a unique concept with a girl's theme and color on one side and boy's theme and color on the other!  The photo posted here is of their rub ons.  You can see the entire collection clicking here.  So cute!!

FRIDAY FAVES - Anthropologie Finds

I have never been able to afford the lovelies from Anthropologie but a girl can dream, can't she?

Here are a few of my recent faves:

Secret Garden Blouse, $98

Present Yourself Jacket, $118

Citizen's of Humanity Dita Petite Jeans, $189

FRIDAY FAVES - Teabag Coasters

Yep, you guessed it....another craft idea found on a non-scrapbooking website.  This is from The Dieline blog which is all about package design.  

Today's inspiration comes from embossed tea bag packaging which they call "coasters" because you use the package to set your wet tea bag on and the embossed image soaks up the tea-tinted water.  Cool concept that could work with embossed scrapbooking paper perhaps?  I'm planning on giving it a try!

There are more embossed images and photos on the original blog post here.

FRIDAY FAVES - Amy's Puppets Rock!

My friend, Amy, is not only is a frequent commenter on my blog, she may be my only reader.  Hi Amy!  *waves*

No, seriously, she's incredibly talented and always inspires me!  One of her many talents includes making puppets!  (That's a unique skill I'd say!)  Here's one of her latest creations. 

Isn't he adorable?   I wish I could see him in action!  He's like a cute lil' Jack Sparrow daredevil pirate.  Cute, cute, cute!!  

You can stop by Amy's blog for more inspiration by clicking here.

FRIDAY FAVES - Colorful Organization Tool as Artwork

Art project idea!

This project was posted on the Design*Sponge blog back in March.  Although these pieces were geared toward an organizational method for buttons and fabrics, I see it as pure artwork and I fell in love with it immediately.  I would like to recreate the bottom piece using my handmade buttons.  If I ever get the project completed I'll be sure to share!  It might even make an awesome advertising technique on my Etsy shop.  :o)

The full blog post with more photos and instructions can be found here.

FRIDAY FAVES - Vintage Book Page Decorations

I've come across so many unique and clever paper crafting projects over the years.  It is amazing what can inspire you when you venture out beyond the scrapbooking-specific arena.  This project was featured on Chronicle Books Blog back in April and I saved it for future project ideas. 

Window dresser and future Chronicle author, Cathy of California created these amazing hanging decorations out of thrifted paperbacks for Market in Brentwood California.  Stunning aren't they??  I can see so many uses for this idea...

FRIDAY FAVES - Space

I have no explanation why but I have never been a space follower.  However, the Hubble Telescope turned 20 back in April and I came across some gorgeous photos of space and I was awestruck.  Does it really look like that?  All of those colors are so beautiful!  It looks like something from my imagination.  Definitely worth celebrating and sharing.  Enjoy!

Make sure you check out the full photo gallery here.

FRIDAY FAVES - Keisha Campbell

I have just recently discovered Keisha Campbell and by the looks of things I'm really out of the loop!  I love her elegant touches and use of everyday products.  Clearly she was made to design for Jenni Bowlin!  She rocks that stuff!  Here are a few of her recent projects that I just adore (and plan to adapt for my own pages).

Don't take my picks for it though, just go check out her blog.  You won't regret it!

FRIDAY FAVES - Package Design

A few of the blogs I visit concentrate on package design  There are concepts, patterns and colors that can be translated into cards or scrapbook pages.  This is one that I'd love to reproduce - a redesign of Penelope facial products by Erin Dameron. 

The designs could be reproduced with some tone-on-tone cutwork, and the patterns could be included as part of the designs.  Sweet for wedding cards right?

You can see more of Erin's work here.

FRIDAY FAVES - Akiane Kramarik

This is a video about Akiane Kramarik, a 12 year old child prodigy who creates amazing artwork.  A large part of interest comes from her claim to be shown the ideas and images for many of her paintings through God.  Putting religious beliefs aside, I am amazed at her talent and that is why I am sharing this video with you.  I hope you are amazed as I am.


I checked out Akiane's website and read a bit about her background.  Painting isn't her only strong point, she can also speak 4 languages fluently.  Clearly this girl is something special.

FRIDAY FAVES - Hexagon Pillow

I'm in love.  I searched Etsy for something similar with no success.  Anyone willing to make these for me, let's talk. 

FRIDAY FAVES - Pink Paislee's Starlight Collection

This line would be perfect for boys pages or 4th of July!  Isn't it lovely??  See more on the Pink Paislee website.