Framed Entry

Living in the city, I have collected my fair share of keys from different apartments that I've lived in. Living here for six years I have lived in 5 places. Wow! Here's a great idea for those loose keys you have in the junk drawer in the kitchen- make art out of them! ...

Compliments of Young House Love!

The Towering Tote

I have been eying this tote bag at paper source for a while now! Although I wish I could be that girl that could carry a purse out with me every day but I've accepted the fact that I can't! I'm always carrying Lunch, errands, lists, notebooks, extra shoes... you name it. This bag could fit everything and then some! The sturdy canvas can also stand up to the elements of the Midwest! Size: 12" x 7" x 18" with a 9" long handle.

Handmade Bags and Pouches

This weekend was very yuppie- alot of walking the dog around the neighborhoods, grocery shopping, drinking latte's, making brunch and eating on outdoor patio's. Very Chicago. One of the places I stepped into was Orange Beautiful's new shop at Damen and Leland! Her cute little shop has tons of stationary and original hand made finds such as the super stylish bags by Drikab. Check em out...

Justin Giunta Sample Sale

There is a sale on pieces by Justin Giunta on Swirl and I just had to show off some of his stuff! Most of it is half off for a limited time. What a deal!

Orla Kiely

I am loving the Orla Kiely 2010 Handbag line! The fun graphics are very modern and summery with a bright punch of color. Check out the site for more accessories, clothing, stationary and more! This was brought to my attention by Daily Candy who is having a 60% off sample sale! I also just found out they have a whole division dedicated to thrifty discounts called swirl.com. Make sure you check there first before paying full price for anything!

Looking forward to spring

I got Boden's spring catalog in the mail last night and was so impressed!
Here are some highlights...
The detail in this jacket make it look so clean and preppy...

This fabric looks so soft and cozy but also has a flattering
plunge neckline and gathers in the middle!Covering all the details...
I love when little details "sneak" up on you like
the stripes in the hood of this hoodyI must have their must have their "Must have shopper"

Neck Garland

Happy Holidays! Since Christmas is over some of you might start taking down your tree. Not me- one year I left it up until March! For those of you who weren't ready for it to be over and are suffering a little holiday withdrawl, create your own garland with these necklaces from Anthropologie...

Golden Festoon Necklace

Stormy Sea Necklace

Silken Fringe Bib

Allamanda Necklace

From O'Keeffe Necklace

Sinching Style

Etsy featured this great seller today called fullgive leather! They use reclaimed materials- mixing the old and new for a funky, eclectic design. They also do wallets, bracelets and bags but I was blown away by the destructive quality of these authentic leather belts!

the dirty BLONDE belt.

hooner MAC in white.

the cherry bomb.

the willy.

I've been busy!

Sorry! I've been so busy working in the real world. Thanks to the economy picking up a bit, I've been neglecting my blog. I just wanted to showcase this amazing bag by Petunia Pickle Bottom that I have had my eye on. I know- it is technically a diaper bag, but I LOVE it! The boxy shape, the weathered leather, the accent color peeking through in a couple of spots... amazing!
Petunia Pickle Bottom has such a great design approach. If only I could convince my husband to carry a baby murse like this one! Who knows- maybe by the time we have a baby.