Monthly Archives: March 2012
Design: The Muffington Post
[ http://themuffingtonpostmmb.blogspot.com ] Here’s my latest design for Miss Mary-Morgan. She wanted a sweet Lolita, 1920s, burlesque dressing room-inspired design. I tried to include as many different elements as possible – flowers, hearts, pearls, bows and feathers – without going… Read more
03.30.12 and Tagged design
Vintage Workout
I was searching for a photo to go with an upcoming post and stumbled upon all these retro photos of ladies working out. I wonder if they even actually broke a sweat… Photos from Life and A Certain Cinema Share/Bookmark
03.29.12 and Tagged awesomeMeet My March Sponsors
AdaLou (the blog) is my personal space where by I will share things I love! My love for vintage, art {illustration, design, photography, lettering, print and pattern}, home decor, motherhood & day to day life, what I wore, thrifted finds,… Read more
03.28.12 and Tagged sponsorsNerd Party // How Do I Start Freelancing?
Mel said, I was wondering if you had any advice to someone who is wanting to start their own freelance part time gig. Design Your Own Site The first place people are going to find out about your design business… Read more
03.27.12 and Tagged freelance, nerd partyWhat I’m Stopping
Danielle recently dropped a wicked truth bomb… If you’re to realize your intentions, what you stop doing is just as important as what you start and continue to do. Stopping = the white space. Stopping = room to run free… Read more
03.26.12 and Tagged blogging, life, workBlog Love
I was stuck in bed sick most of this week, my mom even came over to take care of me and the dogs for a couple days. I think she liked being needed a little and even brought me flowers.… Read more
03.25.12 and Tagged blog loveWhat I Wore: Sunday in the D
Mandy and I had a Detroit date on Sunday. I love exploring the city like a tourist and trying out new restaurants. The weather was beautiful so we drove along the river to a little organic pizza shop called Green… Read more
03.21.12 and Tagged i love detroit, what i woreNerd Party // What to remember when blogging
In the last Nerd Party session, Meagen asked, “What are some vital things to remember when blogging?” So here are the top things I try to remember. Write about what you love You’ve probably heard this over and over, but… Read more
03.20.12 and Tagged nerd partyMore San Diego: Balboa Park
Balboa Park was the perfect end to our trip. We spent the day walking through the gardens in the conservatory, staring at skulls in the Natural History Museum and eating lunch at the little cafe (which was veg/vegan friendly!) near… Read more
03.19.12 and Tagged family, travel, what i woreBlog Love
Christen shows how to make a stenciled umbrella >>> Pretty wood and brass cake stand DIY >>> Another aerial apparatus I’m dying to try >>> Chloe (amazing photog) wrote about the different lenses she uses >>> Promise says style is… Read more
03.18.12 and Tagged blog loveFriday Loves
This week has been a bit overwhelming adjusting to two rambunctious dogs tearing all over the house, but I’m feelings a little more settled today. Stella is a handful, but she’s also learning really fast. On Sunday ‘go lay down’… Read more
03.16.12 and Tagged happinessPlaytime at The DAKA
[ Stretching before the show ] The thing about circus kids – everyone has talent, everyone has toys and everyone LOVES playtime. Before and after the show on Saturday, we had a potluck and open play time. I love when… Read more
03.16.12 and Tagged circusMore San Diego: Brunch & Karaoke at Analog
We spent almost an entire day eating, drinking and entertaining ourselves at Analog in the Gaslamp District. What started as brunch, turned into a pile of champagne bottles and some very enthusiastic karaoke. This is where my sister and I… Read more
03.15.12 and Tagged family, travelNERD PARTY // Learning HTML + Cute Backgrounds
Thanks to everyone who submitted questions! Here is the first batch, I’ll be posting another set of answers in a couple weeks! Meagen said… As someone just getting into all things blog, is Blogger really the best/most user friendly to… Read more
03.14.12 and Tagged nerd partyThe DAKA Open House / Showcase
Saturday was the showcase/open house/potluck for the opening of the new DAKA space. We’ve moved to the main level of the same building and have space to rig more toys, which means more students! Garrett and Chrissie were amazing in… Read more
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