This morning as I was making the internet rounds, I found out that I won the Whrrl/SocialLuxe Lounge BlogHer Scholarship! This truly is such a dream. I can’t wait to party with the ladies in the Windy City. Thanks to all of you that “liked” my story and to everyone who reads this blog. I can’t wipe the incredibly large smile off my face, I’m just too stinking excited.
I’m sure there’s a different word for Brother-in-law, but I guess Eric will probably learn that one while he’s in Honduras for the next two years. Just before he left, I made him a journal, which hopefully he’ll keep while there. He is in for a serious adventure and we’re going to miss him.
While making this journal I realized, or rather it was pointed out to me, that I have very few masculine patterned papers. Although the brown with Paisley is feminine, I think it’s still a pretty masculine book. In addition to making the journal, I made a magnetic bookmark (like what I made for Maggie). I think these things are so handy, and pretty darn awesome!
Two days ago, my sister-in-law and I went to D. I. to search for some new vintage dresses. Shelley truly has the eye for finding sweet stuff! I had a hard time not buying all of the dresses I tried on and this particular dress is just awesome. It’s sheer, flowy and ruffly; perfect for all of the latest summer fashions. One problem, it had bishop sleeves and I have a hard time pulling them off.
In just a few minutes, I chopped the sleeve off and made a short pleated sleeve. I’ve fallen in love all over again with my new summer dress. The best part?!? This entire ensemble was under $15:
Dress: $4 (Deseret Industries)
Belt: $9 (Forever 21)
Shoes: Free (Payless–won them on a giveaway)
My heart is racing and I’ve had butterflies in my stomach for the last week. I can’t stop thinking about going to BlogHer! Christopher was going to surprise me with a ticket to BlogHer a couple of months ago, but soon found out it was all SOLD OUT! I’ve been given one more chance to get to go to BlogHer, thanks to Whrrl and SocialLuxe Lounge. For the contest we had to answer the questions, How has blogging made you famous? and Why should YOU go to BlogHer? all with the Whrrl photo story format.
I hadn’t heard of Whrrl until just a couple of weeks ago when my friend told me about the contest. It’s a very new site (from what I gather), that caters to blogging all from your phone. It’s a cool idea, to blog on the go letting your followers and friends know what you’re up to and where. There’s a bit of a learning curve with the platform, but it’s sweet that you can sync your stories with facebook and twitter.
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Grew up artsy and crafty, made stuff from the start.
Design, cook, paint, sew –– my life story.
My man calls me names like “clever” and “smart”.
Not enough! Give me fame! Give me glory!
Launched a blog in oh-seven to showcase my work,
counting Google stats on my right hand.
Lust for comments hit hard, I was begging “De-lurk!”
and with one breakout post fame began.
The readers poured in once I made Design Mom,
and my Poopy Clutch hit the prime time.
Blog after blog played my cute, crafty song,
throwing link love my way –– so sublime.
Web fame comes on fast, next step’s no surprise;
snag a jet to BlogHer’s Windy City.
I’ll meet, greet and network with stars in my eyes,
making friends with the fresh, fun and witty.
Twitter peeps, Friend Connect, to blog’s A-list I go!
Por favor, Whrrl me off to Chicago?!
IS•LY has a new friend: Weather Girl! I’m very excited about Aimee Sicuro’s work, she has such a playful point of view and uses such vibrant colors. I can’t help but think any of her prints would be a great addition to my future home.
From left: Inside Out and I Miss the Idea of YouI’ve been doing a lot of yoga and I miss San Francisco terribly, so naturally the above two prints are my favorite. You should check out the Weather Girl shop, you’ll likely find something you can’t live without!!
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