Stylish Fabric=Great Inspiration

**Sorry all for sporadic post been a bit under the weather but slowly getting back on track.

I'm not really sure what I would do with these lovely fabric patterns I've got my eye on at Ikea {since sewing isn't a specialty} but I'm really loving the patterns and some of these designs would look great on a note card.

Fialena


Belinda


Check it out maybe it could inspire you to create a pillow or tote.

Looking for a Calendar?

Sure with all the technology available who needs a paper calendar to keep track of birthdays, appointments, lunch dates and vacation? Well, I just love getting a calendar each year and spend plenty of time usually debating between a few before I finally commit to one or two. If you're like me and despite all technology still want a paper calendar here are some suggestions of a few to check out.

Kate Spade "Anne" Canvas Personal Agenda or maybe the....



Kate Spade Spiral Desk Calendar



Snow & Graham 2008 Desk Calendar



Paper Source's 2008 Letterpressed Calendar



Hopefully these can get you started in your search. If you still haven't found what you're looking for, then visit etsy there are a lot of great and stylish calendars. some favorites... Turtle Papers; Modern Vintage Calendar; Susy Jack Mini Wall Calendar; My favorite is the JHill Wall Calendar of Places I've Never Been.

I Wish

These Petite Pattern books are definitely on my wishlist. I saw them first on the blog Print and Pattern and after doing my own search discovered I'd like to add these to my office holiday list. Here are a few of my favorites.

I love...

these patterns by iota. The bold colors and vibrant patterns are perfect for cards, notepad, journals everything. Who wouldn't want to receive a card like this in the mail? Oh, and these prints come in fabric too!


Cards





Notepads



Wrapping Paper

Paper Luxe

I was browsing through websites and came across a site I had not visited for a while and when I saw the home page I remembered all the lovely things offered by Paper Luxe. I'm always on the hunt for a lovely card, to say thanks, to say hello, send a well wish and even thought I make a lot of these things, I sometimes love changing it up and sending other lovely notes and papers. Here's a peek at some of my favorites, you should visit too.

Good on Paper

A girl can't live off paper alone, which is why today I thought I'd post about things that would look great on paper. I saw these great bag designs by Kailo Chic and thought... these would look great on a note card. While I love all of these bags, the patterns would be great on paper too don't you think? Here are some of my favorite.

The Pink Dot Tote and The Nutmeg Tote




The Mocca and Red Kelo Small Clutch





This is something I definitely need the Laptop Sleeve in The Mod Dot and Red Hexagon

Lovely Combination

I was doing some online shopping/cruising and fell upon an oldie but goodie site Brick House Soap {they make great scrubs & soaps with wonderful fragrances} and learned that Brickhouse Soap has partnered with Dewey Howard for their packaging.



As lovely as this packaging is, I thought why not share more about Dewey Howard. I love their designs see why...




Journals, Notes, Thank You's and Wrapping paper all lovely and definitely worth checking out.

Pop Up Greetings

Now I love a good card and receiving one in the mail from friends or family is even better. If you need a unique card that stands out from all those traditonal greetings, these Artencia Bloom Pop-Up Cards are perfect for birthdays, holidays and all other special occassions. Just imagine your friend or family members faces when the see these...

Craftista {oh I wish}

I believe within all of us is a little crafty being who is ready to create, but for me the crafty girl in my mind doesn't always match my skill. With that said, I know my level of expertise and I also know when I need to just purchase instead of create. After seeing these...



I sooo wanted to create. I found these adorable knitted cupcakes via Black Eiffel and they come from little cotton rabbits. These would be so perfect for party decor, lovely favors or sweet decorative touches to a little girls room. Really, there are so many ways to use these why not have some of your own. Shop for them here.

Oh and Psst... these hand knitted stuffed animals are perfect for shower gifts that little ones can take with them everywhere. Meet Macy...

I love

a good print and pattern. The Luxe City Guides are not only filled with the great information about your desired global locations that goes beyond the basic tourist hot spots, but each pattern takes on the character of its location through its cover design. These stylish books overshadow the travel books many of us are use to. If your planning a trip do so with style these books can help.


{psst... if you don't need the box set, they have books for your individual purchases}