I T S C R A Z Y

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i am going to try to leave the sap story at the front door. but for real, 2010 has by far been my favorite year in a long time. i had dinner with jen last night and said "the best thing i ever did for myself was start a blog." it really has changed my life! is that so crazy? well i don't care if it is. i have met some of the most ridiculously talented people, poured my inspiration heart all over the internet on a daily basis, found out who i really am in this big huge design world, evolved like crazy, stuck to my guns, did a whole lotta things i didn't think i could do, i mean the list goes on and on...

i am so beyond beyond beyond grateful that some of you guys come stop by my blog every day to find inspiration! it feels so satisfying to share my voice and my opinion with everyone. your support & sweet comments mean everything to me. thank you for all that trust. in 2011 i am going to spread these little wings a little further and i am taking all of you with me.

so yes, i kinda hope my 2011 looks like this oversize, decorated, weird & beautiful swan. and i hope yours looks like whatever your mind dreams it to be. happy new year, friends.

A U G U S T O + E M M A

a cute little story of a boy and a girl in the woods...and lets not forget the colored horse.


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A L E X A

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K I S S I N F O O L S

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2 T H I N G S I R E A L L Y L I K E

typography + french fries.


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I M F R E E Z I N G

i love my silver lake house but oh myyyyy gawd is it freezing in here. is there like zero insulation on these windows or what!? my fingers are numb writing this. igloo status.


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N E E D T H A T H E A D T H I N G

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M Y K I N D A N E W Y E A R S

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N O N - G O A L S

everyone always gets down on themselves around the new year. "i need to change this. i should really stop doing that. this year i am going to be much better at doing so-and-so." i was totally inspired when I saw Erin from Design for Mankind post her list on what she was going to keep doing RIGHT in 2011. how inspiring right?


photo: carl kleiner

here is my stab at a list:

1. you may be a little bit anal and a perfectionist when it comes to your work, but it keeps the quality up, so don't stop moving those millimeters and fixing that tiny little thing that's not right.
2. you did a really good job eating healthy this year. and i know that saying no to butter and carbs is sure not easy. but kudos on finding a good balance.
3. look at how much you are saving! you didn't need that extra pair of shoes anyways. let's keep saving those dollars in 2011, k?
4. this year, you worked like a crazy woman. but it is what you love to do. and all that hard work is going to pay off. don't stop being so disciplined. and don't ever stop doing what you love.
5. you went to the dentist this year and didn't cry like a little girl. i know the dentist is pretty terrifying, but good job facing your fears. it wasn't even that bad, keep going.
6. i think you blogged almost everyday this year, and made up for it when you had to miss a day. let's keep inspiring people next year too.
7. i think you brushed your hair a little more than you did in 2009. three cheers for grooming!
8. you did a really good job turning the lights off when you left the house. low electric bills rule.
9. last january, you quit your job and took a leap of faith because you felt uninspired and in a dark place. and now look what an awesome decision that was! keep trusting your gut. guts know best.

let's be positive this year, eh? what did YOU do in 2010 that you want to keep doing next year!?

P A T T E R N H A P P Y

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M A C A R O O N

a true eye for space: carl kleiner

I S N T S H E L O V E L Y

big fan of miss capricho

I D O L O V E T H I S C O L O R

i have way too much fun with these roundups! i figure why not bring more of them to DLF? my favorite color is kelly green. (most days) so i went green crazy:



shoes book socks ring print clutch fox chair coat straws

G I R L S T U F F

beautiful fashion illustrations by René Gruau

G O L D M E M B A H

my sweet boy got me this for christmas along with a cool grinder and i just love it! (look below, goldie is on ginny's list too!) i decided i needed to stop spending $52,000 at coffee shops and make my own already! now i just have to figure out how to use it and i'm all set. but even when i am not using it, it's gold, so i will probably just stare at it.

N O W T H A T S A N O F F I C E

an office i wouldn't mind calling my own + some cover love from alexis orloff's flickr!

L O F T Y D R E A M S

how cool is that loft space shot by laure joliet!?

D O N T T A K E Y O U R S E L F S O S E R I O U S L Y

i may be over the whole mustache trend, but i'm not really over how this mask makes me feel.

L E T S G E T P E R S O N A L

b: gins, do you collect anything? if so, tell us!

g: oh geeze, really?! i literally am laughing out loud. i'm a borderline hoarder. ummm, well, where should i begin...
1. quilts
2. broken doll parts(so creepy)
3. vintage sequined garments (whether it fits or doesn't, i always can use it in a photo shoot)
4. spools and spindles of thread esp. industrial, large factory sized ones.
5. vintage floursacks, sugar sacks, and feedsacks
6. letterbox files like this
7. vintage childrens books and toys
8. wooden shoe lasts
9. victorian and edwardian garments
10. turn-of-the-century photographs.
11. vintage scrapbooks and sketchbooks
12. german glass glitter
13. 1920s dresses and 1920s workwear
14. painted portraits of people i don't know
15. ironstone pottery and vintage enamelware
16. blue mason jars, the kinds with a hinged top
17. deadstock millinery trims
18. vintage cameras that work (pentax k1000, polaroid sx-70, yashica...)
19. hair bows and hats
20. old bottles ( i scored a huge collection after visiting here)


this week, for {day in the life} I introduce to you a southern belle who is quite possibly my other half. meet ginny branch, stylist, blogger and contributor to "what's in your toolbox", a Design*Sponge column! her favorite color is shiny, which you KNOW i love! i had the pleasure of running into ginny's arms at the lavish conference in ATL, after a long time tweet relationship. (we had very similar outfits on, you understand.) this sassy gal picked some fabulous items this week, now get ta spendin!

1. DKNY Cute Lady Silk Scarf 2. Bodum Gold French Press 3. German Glass Glitter 4. Trader Joe's Peonies 5. Found My Animal Leash 6. Urban pantry Book 7. Fountain Pens 8. Face Red Lipstick 9. Stubbs & Wootton Slippers

R O C K E D I T

citizen couture

C O V E R / L O V E

old magazine covers is one of my favorite sources of inspiration. loving these Jauna Gaita layouts.

T H E G R E A T

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D O W E R K

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F A M I L Y P H O T O

so my boyfriend has this monkey. its name is kickstand. you remember his starring role? well, sometimes we hang out and talk about cool ideas with k-stand. i get to reunite with both of them tonight after a week long separation, and i am all giddy about it.

how do you like our family photo?

P I R A T E S T A R

rachel bilson + a cool pirate bird by ann wood handmade

R A N D O M / I N S P I R A T I O N

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P R I N T H A P P Y

more gorgeous styling! way to sell me on prints Therese!

P E R F E C T L Y / S T Y L E D

i am quite fond of the products over at Darling Clementine. i also think they do such a wonderful job styling their products! it's one thing if you can make a pretty tray or card, but how you shoot it for your shop can make all the difference in the world! all about presentation!

S I T T I N P R E T T Y

give your mug a stylish seat. these coasters over at the hilda grahnat shop are pretty adorable.

C O L O R C L A S S

Elle Russia December 2010 photographer: Alexei Hay

I M B A C K

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P R E S E N T

i received so many wonderful rue magazine design intern submissions last week! you guys sure didn't make it easy to pick! thank you so much and I will definitely keep all of you in mind for the future! so much talent out there i tell ya.

my heart jumped when emma emailed me about the position. this girl has a keen eye for style, and I knew right away she was my girl. just look at these cute bows she knits also! icing on the cake. i am quite thrilled to have her by my side to tackle the upcoming issues of rue! welcome aboard emma!


left photo taken by sarah rhoads

B R E A K T I M E

i am off to chicago tomorrow for a whole week! and that means i will be relaxing with family, eating too much and being scared of falling on ice. i can't promise there won't be fun little updates, but i am going to try to clear my head and rest my design brain cells :)

i will obviously still be tweeting here! happy holidays! oh! and i have some big huge changes happening that will all be revealed in the new year, so stay tuned!


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S L I P P E R Y S L O P E

so if it's friday, that means i have like 2 days to find christmas presents?! nothin like a little procrastination, eh? the holidays are always a whirlwind, everyone is looking to relax, but at the same time everyone wants to vamp up their business look/branding before the exciting new year!

well in january, i am your girl to help you out with that! email me and let's get the 2011 project list filled up! happy friday to all of you!

oh and one last thing! have you heard of Square America? it's pretty awesome. and now ya know!

I N T E R N

We are currently seeking a Rue Magazine intern! Remember, I said that's all i wanted for christmas? I am the art director and as the magazine continues to grow, we would love you to join our team!

Are you a graphic designer with mad skills? Well I need you! This is a great opportunity for a student or new graduate looking to build a career or gain experience in the magazine industry.

Our ideal candidate would be based in LA, but doesn't have to. I need someone who is creative, extremely organized, works well with strict deadlines, efficient to the max, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and able to multitask. Also, i need someone who can commit to at least 15 hours/week. *oh, and a sense of humor will definitely help your case :)

You must have a Mac computer + with experience in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.

bri's design intern responsibilities:

• prepping layouts
• resizing images
• production work
• running errands for the design dept
• internet research
• organizing files
• any other really cool random task that might come up :)

email me at bri.ruemag@gmail.com subject: RUE DESIGN INTERN if you think this is the perfect fit for you!

*please note that this is an unpaid position. possible school credit.

B A B Y P I E S

working from home has its perks, that's for sure. today i indulged in some sweet little pies from Simplethings Sandwich & Pie Shop on 3rd St with two of my foodie gals, joy & bonnie. i am not a huuuuge sweets fan, but these little things were just delightful.

i think my favorite was the missouri mud.

S O R R Y

so i am gonna be honest here. because i am really good at that. i used to hear the word J.Crew and my response would be "meh"...i just couldn't get into it! but then bri got a little older, and that switched the game up. now i just can't get enough of their beautiful styling, the way they mix solids with sprinkles of sparkle, and their use of color is outstanding. now i am totally mad at my younger self for just not getting it. and kudos to you, jenna lyons!


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C A N T G E T E N O U G H

you know it's good when it PAINS me to edit down the photos I post.

W O U L D N T I T B E N I C E

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H E Y Y O U

jen, don't think i am not mad about you not posting on that blog
of yours. i am. take a break from hair flair and get back to it, pronto.


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W O W Z A

photos by camilla krishnaswamy via emmasdesignblog

B A M B I

one teaspoon winter 2011 lookbook. but i added some pink dot/green dot action. because i can do those sorts of things.

5 T H I N G S

find inspiration in everything.


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H O T L A N T A

the rue ladies went to atlanta this past weekend to speak at the lavish conference! then we had a party. i danced a lot, because the flashdance was spinnin, sharkpig was rappin. and we also smilebooth-ed like crazy. here is a sneak peek, the rest will be in rue issue 3!


photos by Becky Hill

C L O S E T & C A S A

today we featured Megan from mae mae paperie on oh joy's {closet & casa}! go check it out right here. I just love and admire her work so much! i can't wait to meet her at hitched! here are some gorgeous wedding goodies she designed...

V I N T A G E / I N S P I R A T I O N

mark shaw, an iconic photographer.

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anagrama does interior & branding for a printing boutique called micheline. stunning!