Today I Like… {22/2/12} Pastels – Pink, Seafoam and Peach.
After a very long day today, following a very long night last night, I was in the mood to bliss out with some pastels this evening. So, I got my Pinterest on, and searched through my own previous pins to find these pretties. I am seriously in love with those shoes...
An important lesson on when NOT to DIY…
{The Composition by Matt Leyen} Yesterday, all my websites were hacked. They're all safe and sound now... but it taught me a very important lesson. Sometimes, it's best to not Do-It-Yourself. I started getting concerned when my Wordpress dashboard went wonky. None of...
How do you realise your creative dreams AND stay sane? An Interview with the Maven Circle Gals.
I am super-excited to bring you this interview today! I got the chance to chat with the beautiful Jena and Jen of the Maven Circle, and ask them how they have both developed a way of living that keeps them centred in their ever-busy creative lives. I've known Jena for...
Upcycled Mason Jar Lights from Boots N Gus
Wow. I was just blown away when I came across Boots N Gus! I mean, how completely awesome are their collection of upcycled mason jar lights and chandeliers? Wait, don't answer that - scroll down and have a peek first... Â ...so, what did you think? I love the...
What do you listen to while you work?
{A pile of Epheriell Urban Candy Earrings} Hello Monday morning! And hello lovely readers - did you have a good weekend? I had lots of extended family visits this weekend, so it was a busy one away from work, which is unusual for me! Today it's time to get back to...
Today I Like… {17/2/12} Pencil vs. Camera
I've come across this series by Ben Heine before, but this is a new one (to me, anyways). I love how we get a glimpse past the mundane and into the imagination of the artist with this series. What is the key? Why are the Lillipudlians there? Curious and...
Pretty as a Peacock {10 Things}
{Mai Autumn} Down the end of our street lives a HUGE muster (yes, that REALLY IS the collective noun for them) of peacocks. At first thought, that might sound delightful to you. Sure, when I go for a walk or a run I am often regaled with the beauteous colours of the...
Crafty Biz ~ What’s the Biggest Challenge You’ve Faced Working for Yourself? {Video}
Happy Thursday! I thought it was time for another 'Your Questions Answered' video post today. In this video I answer Naomi's question: Hi Jess – what’s been your greatest challenge working for yourself? The tax man? Resources? Time?! And did you ever reach a point...
Blogging Etiquette ~ the Do’s and Don’t’s of Pitching Your Business to Craft/Design Blogs
I get quite a lot of pitches (or, if you prefer, submissions) these days, and honestly, it usually only takes me a few seconds to deduce whether a pitch is the right 'fit' for my blog. "A few seconds?" I hear you say. "How can you make a judgement so quickly?" Easily....
Today I Like… {14/2/12} Art Deco Doctor
I cannot tell you how awesome I think this is. Well, I could try, but I lack the eloquence. If you've been here a while, you'll know I'm quite the nerd, and Doctor Who is one of the few TV shows I actually watch (and yes, Supernatural is another, I love...