Pack Rat

Current Obsession

2011-07-11T18:53:00.000-04:00

Crazy about Bess Rogers and this song.

Wedding Invitations

2011-07-10T15:38:00.000-04:00

I love beautiful letterpress. The end.

Goodnight, Moon.

2011-07-10T15:34:00.000-04:00

Pillowcases from Kinship Press.

Whimsy

2011-07-10T15:30:00.000-04:00

"Amaze Me" by Chalermphol Harnchakkham

Pure Magenta

2011-07-10T15:28:00.000-04:00

Graphic design outfit Pure Magenta is who's behind Urban's Look Books. Of course I can't resist something Urban but they've got a really great portfolio.

Rock On.

2011-07-10T15:24:00.001-04:00

Dare I say... such a bright idea from Valentin Ruhry with the wall of rocker switches. Essentially a giant light brite.

55 Hi's

2011-07-10T15:20:00.000-04:00

I just got this little gem from 55 Hi's in the mail the other day. It's now sitting on the shelf at the end of my bed. M O T I V A T I O N.

Baggu

2011-07-10T15:17:00.000-04:00

I probably shouldn't love this bag by Baggu as much as I do but I can't resist its plain canvasyness. More the fact that I could carry it around everyday.

Watercolor

2011-07-10T15:07:00.000-04:00

A beautiful idea for anytime.

Today's Playlist

2011-07-10T14:40:00.000-04:00

Fitz and the Tantrums "Breakin' the Chains of Love"
The Republic Tigers "Give Arm to Its Socket"
Neon Indian "Local Joke"
Rox "No Going Back"
Sarah Jarosz "Tell Me True"
Givers "Up Up Up"
Scissor Sisters "I Can't Decide"
Pokey LaFarge "La La Blues"
The Head and the Heart "Rivers and Roads"
fun. "The Gambler"
Greg Holden "Bar on A"
Mathieu Santos "I Can Hear the Trains Coming"

Mambo!

2011-07-04T22:07:00.001-04:00

Ok, so the video is seriously weird but this makes me want to dance!

Inspiration

2011-07-04T22:01:00.002-04:00

Simple love.

Knock knock.

2011-07-04T21:59:00.000-04:00

Crazy about this front door designed by twentyfourseven.

Reginapolis

2011-07-04T21:56:00.000-04:00

So, this may be a map of New York with Regina Spektor's lyrics and it may be titled Reginapolis for this resason BUT that doesn't change the fact that I want it mainly because it's a map of New York with my name on it. Thanks, Francesca Pasini.

Silhouette

2011-07-04T21:49:00.000-04:00

I really wish that I could've seen this show titiled Paper Cuts by Olly Moss. I'm blown away with how good these are. Not to mention that it's seriously random. Gob and Franklin? Really? Amazing.

Kirchberg Kiosk

2011-07-04T21:44:00.000-04:00

I'm seriously completely obsessed with this little house by Polaris Architects. So simple yet seriously funky.

Wall Love

2011-07-04T21:39:00.000-04:00

I love your wall.

Color Trend

2011-07-04T21:37:00.000-04:00

Color trend visualisations from Arthur Buxton. Colors used in artist's paintings such as Gauguin, Monet and my personal favorite, Matisse. I think it's pretty interesting to break down and see what they gravitated towards.

Hermès

2011-07-04T21:28:00.000-04:00

Simple, beautiful store merchandising for Hermès by CuldeSac.

Say Hey

2011-07-04T21:19:00.000-04:00

Today's Playlist

2011-04-19T20:57:00.000-04:00

TV Girl "If You Want It (You Got It)"

Oregon Bike Trails "High School Lover"

Foals "Red Sox Pugie"

Freelance Whales "Location"

The Idyllists "You're Gonna Break My Heart Someday"

Phantogram "Let Me Go"

Current Obsession

2011-04-17T13:31:00.000-04:00

I'm still obsessing over The Civil Wars.

The Civil Wars

2011-04-16T09:10:00.002-04:00

I just heard this song this morning by the Civil Wars while getting ready. Instantly, I fell in love with it. You know how sometimes you listen to something and you're just like "YES"... They're after my own heart. Listen to more here.

Indoor Garden

2011-04-09T08:50:00.000-04:00

Beautiful Broadway Penthouse by Joel Sanders Architect. I love the indoor garden! Check out all the pictures here. This really is a great project.

Wedding Invitations

2011-04-08T22:42:00.000-04:00

Seriously, someone PLEASE let me plan your wedding. I love these.

Business Cards

2011-04-08T22:40:00.000-04:00

Some wonderful business card ideas.

Brentwood Residence

2011-04-08T22:36:00.000-04:00

Brentwood Residence interiors by MLK Studio. Check out all of the images here.

Fonts

2011-04-08T22:33:00.000-04:00

More than anything, I love the writing in this picture.

Set Pieces

2011-04-08T22:30:00.002-04:00

The LA Times has a great online article called Set Pieces that showcases the design/furniture behind TV shows and movies. It's interesting to see the sets without someone actually in them. Check it out here.

Andrew Bird

2011-04-08T22:23:00.000-04:00

Stair Love

2011-04-08T22:11:00.000-04:00

via. Swissmiss

FAVN Sofa

2011-04-08T22:09:00.002-04:00

I don't usually fall in love with furniture but this sofa designed by Jaime Hayon for Fritz Hansen I love. It kind of reminds me a little of the Jetsons for some reason? BUT I love it. Please buy me one.

Wall Garden

2011-04-08T22:02:00.001-04:00

I think because I live in New York City and can't actually have a garden of my own (and the fact that though it doesn't feel like it, spring is quickly approaching) I've become fixated on all the different ways I could realistically have a garden of my own. This image is from a DWR email that I got a week or two ago. Oh, and here's what they're trying to sell. Anyways, I'm probably [definitely] not going to have this though I love the idea.

Smoke

2011-04-08T21:56:00.001-04:00

I'm crazy in love with these photographs from Amelia Bauer. These are all from her "Smoke Signals" series. Check out her portfolio here.

Champion Pigeons

2011-04-08T21:51:00.001-04:00

I loved this post today from Swissmiss about these champion pigeons. Just to be clear: these definitely don't live on the streets of New York. So beautiful for what everyone thinks is such an ugly bird.

The Jackson Pit

2011-04-08T20:48:00.002-04:00

Current Obsession

2011-04-08T20:46:00.000-04:00

I just heard this song for the first time today and I'm OBSESSED with it! This Icelandic band is called Of Monsters and Men and Good News! The rest of their songs are just as adorable! This was love at first listen.

Flowers

2011-04-02T20:33:00.000-04:00

Finally! A garden that I can actually have! Pot Cavelier from Az & Mut.

Maps

2011-04-02T20:29:00.000-04:00

Image love.

Packaging

2011-04-02T20:27:00.000-04:00

I really love the packaging for this ego-friendly line Stop the Water While Using Me!

Veggies and More Veggies.

2011-04-02T20:23:00.000-04:00

"British art student Ben Huttly's vegetable packaging is 100 percent biodegradable, with the label text created through laser cutting to avoid the use of ink. What's more, the labels are embedded with seeds, so that your supermarket purchase can also result in a homegrown harvest." via Good.is

Sealed Chair

2011-04-02T20:18:00.003-04:00

Sealed Chairs designed by François Dumas of the Netherlands.

Berry Nice

2011-04-02T20:15:00.000-04:00

I have an obsession with porcelain berry baskets for whatever reason. I really love this one from Forrest Clearing. She's got a couple of really cute pieces (including a knit vase). Quite nice.

Dear,

2011-04-01T22:00:00.000-04:00

We Go Together Like

2011-04-01T21:56:00.000-04:00

These cards from Sapling Press are adorable and there's lots and lots on her site. But let's be honest, Bob Ross & Happy Trees is the hands-down winner.

Bedtime

2011-04-01T21:43:00.001-04:00

Simply love.

Oh Little Rabbit

2011-04-01T21:37:00.000-04:00

Oh Little Rabbit, I already love your name and your Esty shop is irresistible to me.

Space Love

2011-04-01T21:30:00.001-04:00

Galleria Centercity by UNStudio.

Ceiling Love

2011-04-01T21:27:00.000-04:00

Recessed ceiling designed by David Clovers.

Where In the World

2011-04-01T21:22:00.000-04:00

Really beautiful decoupaged globes from artist Wendy Gold. There's a whole bunch of these hand-made creations that are all one of a kind.

Baguette

2011-04-01T21:03:00.001-04:00

Bread bin from Anthropologie. The top doubles as a cutting board (so smart). Let's go buy some bread and start stashing.

Canvas

2011-04-01T20:52:00.001-04:00

A month or two ago I was downtown with Jenn and we passed this store Canvas. I've become completely smitten with it. This store mostly boasts of sustainable merchandise, which is awesome, but I'm more in love with how clean and simple everything is. Please buy me anything from here. I promise I'll like it. My favorite part: I can actually afford to walk home with some beautiful things.

Current Obsession

2011-03-29T20:25:00.001-04:00

Super weird video but I'm crazy obsessed with Diamond Rings. So catchy! Let's listen to more songs!

Letterpress

2011-03-06T18:48:00.000-05:00

via. Sapling Press

Today's Playlist

2011-03-05T18:41:00.001-05:00

Jamiroquai "Virtual Insanity"

Mumford & Sons "Winter Winds"

Dirty Projectors "Remade Horizons"

Jeremy Fisher "Sula"

Joshua Radin "Streetlight"

Allie Moss "Melancholy Astronautic Man"

Sufjan Stevens "Romulus"

Pete Townshend "Let My Love Open the Door"

Johnny Cash "It Ain't Me Babe"

Penny and the Quarters "You and Me"

Letterpress

2011-03-05T18:04:00.000-05:00

Super cute letterpress from Richie Design. Personal Favorite: Don't Fret My Pet. Because I still love Family Matters.

Placemats

2011-03-03T20:11:00.000-05:00

I'm completely smitten with these placemats from Kathy Mellor... I'm pretty sure I would need glass plates though.

Planters

2011-03-03T19:31:00.000-05:00

These made me smile.

My Everyday Love

2011-03-03T19:27:00.003-05:00

Current Obsession

2011-02-24T20:19:00.000-05:00

I am LOVING Aloe Blacc. This guy has soul and my heart. His album is titled Good Things and you know something, he's right.

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T07:43:00.000-05:00

Spread the love.

Campfire OK

2011-02-13T10:09:00.001-05:00

Strange Like We Are from Christian Sorensen Hansen on Vimeo.

I'm now in super like with Campfire OK. Thanks, Justin.

This and That

2011-02-12T10:56:00.000-05:00

I saw the first image and it reminded me of the Spencer Finch installation at the High Line. Favorite place in NY, hands down.

Current Obsession

2011-02-10T19:13:00.000-05:00

I keep listening to The Decemberists new album The King Is Dead over and over (and over). Listen to a full stream of the album here. Really, I can't make myself stop. Why have I not seen them live yet? It's a crime.

Circle

2011-02-05T15:05:00.001-05:00

via. Astronaut Design

Tomorrow

2011-02-05T15:01:00.000-05:00

via. designinspiration

Bear Fight

2011-02-05T14:58:00.003-05:00

Rarrr.

Today's Playlist

2011-02-05T10:18:00.001-05:00

The Decemberists "Don't Cary It All"

Josh Rouse "Quiet Town"

Ray LaMontagne "You Can Bring Me Flowers"

Joshua Radin & Schuyler Fisk "Paperweight"

Alexi Murdoch "Wait"

image via. Mike Lemenski

Keep Breathing

2011-02-05T00:14:00.002-05:00

I want to change the world, instead I sleep.

Circle

2011-02-05T00:08:00.001-05:00

Cut Copy album cover. Still loving all images in a circle.

King Abdullah II House of Culture & Art

2011-02-05T00:00:00.000-05:00

Another cultural center from Zaha Hadid. King Abdullah II House of Culture & Art in Amman, Jordan.

The Hague

2011-02-04T23:56:00.000-05:00

Zaha Hadid's entry in the same competition.

The Hague

2011-02-04T23:52:00.000-05:00

Proposed Dance and Music Theater by RAU Architects & Powerhouse Company.

Fingerprints

2011-02-04T23:45:00.000-05:00

So, I guess tonight I really like fingerprints. Ok. Custom cuttings from Lori Danelle.

Natural Beauty

2011-02-04T23:42:00.000-05:00

Bloom Collection from MTH Woodworks.

Jars

2011-02-04T23:39:00.000-05:00

I don't think it's healthy to be in love with jars this much. via Oh Joy!

Sometimes

2011-02-04T23:35:00.000-05:00

Hello Jenuine.

Being Creative

2011-02-04T23:33:00.000-05:00

Mark Andrew Webber.

Business Cards

2011-02-04T23:29:00.000-05:00

Watercolor lettepress business cards from Oh Happy Day.

Darren Booth

2011-02-04T23:26:00.001-05:00

I have fallen in love with the artwork of Darren Booth. Beautiful illustration and hand lettering. Really just beautiful.

UPDATED: Here's a lovely little write up from Anthology Mag with more beautiful pictures on this.

Party Time

2011-02-04T23:16:00.002-05:00

See what I mean. More garland.

Confetti System

2011-02-04T23:15:00.001-05:00

Lately, I've wanted to dress everywhere for a party and these images from Confetti System aren't helping that any. I can't look at their website. It's only hurting at this point.

Be Mine

2011-02-04T23:11:00.000-05:00

So insanely adorably cute. Downloadable stickers from Twig & Thistle. Aww x100

Tulips

2011-02-04T23:05:00.000-05:00

Favorite flower for a reason.

Berlin Philharmonic

2011-02-04T23:02:00.000-05:00

I'm going to have to say this one isn't my favorite. But good to file away. Berlin Philharmonic by Hans Scharoun.

Arkansas House

2011-02-04T22:58:00.000-05:00

Beautiful home by Marlon Blackwell Architects. See more here.

Keep Calm Gallery

2011-02-04T22:51:00.001-05:00

This gallery always has something that I love.

Be Mine

2011-02-04T22:46:00.000-05:00

Adorable. Expect one.

Simple Love

2011-02-04T22:11:00.000-05:00

Repeat. Repeat. Repeat.

Ian Axel

2011-01-23T20:59:00.002-05:00

Watch this video. Fall in love with Ian Axel. I randomly saw him play sometime like last year I think when I went to see Greg Holden at Rockwood Music Hall. They're buddies, he's in the video along with some of Ingrid Michaelson's band mates. Oh and like the rest of his friends. I saw this video at the end of some show on MTV the other week. Anyways, he's awkward and super nerdy and I love him for it.

Jack Savoretti

2011-01-23T20:42:00.000-05:00

I just herd Jack Savoretti on Grey's Anatomy and I'm really digging him. Adorable video for a great song.

Shaun Kardinal

2011-01-23T18:09:00.001-05:00

Because now I seem to really love artwork with circles on it. By Shaun Kardinal.

Persona

2011-01-23T17:53:00.000-05:00

I started looking at these images from photographerJason Travis aaand I can't stop. They're all images of all the stuff in people's purses, bags, pockets. Mesmerized. Check out all of them here.

Things Organized Neatly

2011-01-23T17:43:00.000-05:00

In case you didn't figure out what this blog is about... it's things, organized neatly. Love.

Feathers

2011-01-23T17:40:00.002-05:00

via Aesthetics of Joy

Paint & Spoons

2011-01-23T17:23:00.000-05:00

I went into Madewell in SoHo last Sunday and in the window (that I WISH I had taken a picture of) they had all these paint-dipped spoons hanging in a gradient pattern. So simple but I fell in love with it. I couldn't find a picture of it on Google so I may just have to go back. The first image is via decor8 and the second is via Wolf Eyebrows.

Ice Breaker Tags

2011-01-23T17:15:00.000-05:00

I think this is such a great idea! Icebreakertags.com helps you generate "name tags" for a party but instead of putting your name, you have to fill in a question. Check out the website for some good examples.

Museum of Moving Image

2011-01-23T17:10:00.000-05:00

The Museum of Moving Image has re-opened its doors right here in Astoria, Queens. Designed by Leeser Architecture based out of Brooklyn. I would love to go check it out. Who's coming with me?

Mmm...Seth Cohen

2011-01-15T21:42:00.000-05:00

Adam Brody, I've missed you.

Billionaire

2011-01-15T21:33:00.000-05:00

This became my repeat song tonight on accident.