tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58711789917625335032024-02-18T19:12:10.197-08:00{Points To View from Apartment #2}Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5871178991762533503.post-84562209983220836302011-02-28T12:26:00.000-08:002011-02-28T12:30:50.106-08:00Goldilocks finds "The Rainbow House"I stumbled upon the image below, and was instantly intrigued. I did some digging, and found this video tour of a home by AB Rogers Design in London... If this space doesn't inspire a child's imagination, I'm not sure what does! I'd take playtime here any day... I'd also like to know where these fabulous floor are from, too.<br />
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We can't start out without mentioning the lady of the night, Ms. Anne Hathaway. It is obvious that it was a very red 'red carpet', and Anne started us off right with this vintage scarlet <i>Valentino</i> gown. With the ever-popular designer in arm, it was quite quite an entrance. It was our personal favorite of the <i>EIGHT</i> outfit changes she had throughout the night...<br />
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We haven't seen the movie "Winter's Bone yet, so this years breakout actress and lady in red, Jennifer Lawrence, was a new and fresh face for us to look at. With minimal jewelry and a seemingly perfect figure, she really looked like an elegant bombshell in this <i>Calvin Klein Collection</i> gown.<br />
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We won't mention the Country Strong performance of "Coming Home" by Gweneth Paltrow, but her <i>Calvin Klein</i> metallic gold gown, on the other hand, was something to talk about. This dress really pulled out this stars true beauty.<br />
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Last, but most definitely not least, we have the stars of Black Swan. Mila Kunis captured her role as a ballerina perfectly in this <i>Elie Saab</i> chiffon and lace lavender gown. Not only was her hair and makeup just as stunning as the dress, but we have to give her props for keeping that cleavage under control. Job well done, Mila.... you looked beautiful.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Looking for a healthier option, perhaps? Try this re-make of your classic "Toad-in-the-hole", "Egg in the Nest" or as I like to call them "Sunshine Eggs". What a great <a href="http://www.cutefoodforkids.com/2011/01/valentines-day-breakfast.html">Valentine's Day Breakfast</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAqzMqF9zi0dQKRY5_BfstZmuw8NspeJat_Hp6O2qg7CLipCskifO5YTmnbZsGpIGAqUrUex27b49OzyYr7CphCC0w9Hr8uP4kQ191CxVNx0r-kCP32eQRpZkka1t8Bd_SAplufsdP7vTu/s1600/DSC01381%252B%2525282%252529%252B-%252BCopy.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAqzMqF9zi0dQKRY5_BfstZmuw8NspeJat_Hp6O2qg7CLipCskifO5YTmnbZsGpIGAqUrUex27b49OzyYr7CphCC0w9Hr8uP4kQ191CxVNx0r-kCP32eQRpZkka1t8Bd_SAplufsdP7vTu/s1600/DSC01381%252B%2525282%252529%252B-%252BCopy.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Candyland"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Imaginary Friend"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"It's a jungle out there"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Nirvana"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"A Rain of Roses"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Mushroom Wonderland"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Space Odyssey 2010"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{my personal favorite}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Princess & the Pea"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Baby Poppins"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Little Pink Riding hood"</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5871178991762533503.post-44568633549627034642011-01-21T11:31:00.000-08:002011-01-21T11:48:21.442-08:00A Bag that has "Moore": The Kelly Moore BagFor all you photographers out there- either hobbyists or professionals, I am sure you have come across the same problem I have, WHERE can I find a bag that doesn't scream "I am an expensive camera, come steal me!" It is very difficult to find "camera purses", as I like to call them, that have a fashion-forward style of an everyday purse, but the function of a safe and durable camera bag. After hours...days... heck, over a MONTH searching the Internet, I have <i>finally</i> found a collection of bags that are perfect for my wish list!<br />
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It is called the Kelly Moore Bag, and comes in a variety of styles for both men and women. Good luck choosing the one that is best for you... it took me awhile to pick my favorite! However, I finally decided on the B-Hobo bag in the mustard yellow color.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kelly Moore B-Hobo Bag (taking pre-orders on her website now)</td></tr>
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I LOVED all of the others (if only I could have one of each) but I think this one was the most versatile for me... It can be converted into an everyday purse, is a neutral color that will be good year-round, and is just the right size for me! Kelly's bags stood out to me because you can really tell she took her time with the design process, thinking about how all of these bags could function to their most potential (the 'Posey' bag is genius with the front pocket that folds down for all of your credit cards!) She has a video tutorial for each bag as well, so make sure to watch them to see how they lay on the body and how much equipment they can hold.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kelly Moore 'Posey" Bag</td></tr>
</tbody></table>I am sooo excited for it to arrive Mid-March, it will be a perfect home for the Nikon DSLR I received for Christmas! Can't wait to see what else she comes up with in future designs!<br />
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Interested? Blog about her bags and receive $30 off of an upcoming order! I think I would have blogged about these bags regardless, but this is definitely an added incentive ;)<br />
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Here is a link to her website, as well as the blog with all the information about the $30 discount!<br />
http://kellymoorebag.com/<br />
http://kellymoorephotography.com/mooreblog/?p=7252Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5871178991762533503.post-39084919891192699342010-12-11T18:16:00.000-08:002010-12-11T18:19:13.518-08:00Wall flowersAwhile ago Jess and I posted some pictures of some of the wall decor in our apartment, and I have been meaning to show you all what I added to the window in my room a few months ago! This is a cheap and EASY way to get a more personalized version of those adorable flower wall flowers you may have come across while browsing the aisles of Target or IKEA. My tip is to make double the amount of flowers you think you will need, with all different papers selections. Then, glue them back to back so when you roll the ends you can see both designs! You could also buy cute double sided paper, but I liked how sturdy using the two pieces made the flowers feel... I also used some of that sticky wall gummy stuff (no idea what the 'technical' name for it is) to mount them instead of using the tacks (and adding even more holes in the wall.) Here is the link to the pattern you can download: http://www.billiemonster.com/blog/article/monster-printables-paper-wallflowers-make-me-happy<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I've gotta have an old bucket like this laying around somewhere...</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">too bad the star at the top got cut off!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Every Christmas Tree must have an Elf Shelf!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mistletoe Santa's hand painted by my Mom!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Have a collection of broaches that you're not sure what to do with? This could be done with some old buttons or earrings, too</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I can just envision these painted in a bright color, or wrapped in white Christmas lights this holiday season...</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ornaments featured on Martha Stewart's Christmas episode<br />
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</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5871178991762533503.post-29707936439975026102010-12-09T17:24:00.000-08:002010-12-09T17:28:37.962-08:00Capture your Pinterests...Hey everyone!<br />
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From here on out, Jess and I are going to [try] to promise to never go this long without blogging! It has been wayyyy too many days since we've updated this thing, but hopefully after the holidays we will both be adding much more on here to keep your attention (please don't delete us from your daily sites to check!! :) ) <br />
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I wanted to quick let you all know about my new favorite website (which I'll admit, has been distracting me from updating our blog more often). The website is called <i>Pinterest</i>, maybe you've heard of it? It is "<span class="homeMeta">a social catalog to collect and share things you love</span>." If you aren't seeing much action happening on our blog, please check out my pinterest page (as I have found its easier for me to update this than the blog, sometimes) Anyway, here is the link to my page, let me know if you'd like me to send you an invite to join so you can start one of your own! Personally, I am using my page as inspiration for design ideas, so you will see a lot of DIY/ home decorating things on here :)<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
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http://pinterest.com/abosworth/<br />
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My friend Elissa (who told me about this) also has a great page... She has been doing this much longer than me, so she definitely has some GREAT pins to check out! Here is the link to hers as well:<br />
http://pinterest.com/elissab/<br />
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P.S. Check back shortly for some pictures of our holiday decor here in apartment 2! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"The Wedding Tree" Site of ceremony location @ Real Del Mar Beach Club</td></tr>
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So we used a combination of the seperate canvas' (one for myself, one for Jess), fabric leaves, and a little DIY work, and came up with this whimsical artwork to hang in our living room. We can't have physical pets here at apartment #2, but that won't stop us from creating our own version of some household pets. Names for these cute little tweeters to come... Any ideas?<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">One of the main reasons why I love this time of year is because it reminds me of the memories I have with my family an friends! And many of those memories are wrapped in winter fun activities. There is so much to do in the city during this time, and its time for you to take advantage of what Minneapolis - St. Paul provides us with!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Here are some of our winter to-do's:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">1) <a href="http://www.reindeerrun.com/website/">Reindeer Run</a> - around Lake Harriet, check out the photos from past years! I am sooo looking forward to this!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">2) Winter Ski Weekend - I am thinking <a href="http://www.lutsen.com/winter/index.cfm">Lutsen Mountain Ski Resort</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">3) <a href="http://www.winter-carnival.com/">Saint Paul Winter Carnival</a> - I haven't gone in years and I am looking forward to going and seeing the ice castle!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">4) <a href="http://www.holidazzle.com/">Holidazzel Parade</a> - Some may say its overrated... I say it's festive!!!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">5) Curl up, read a book and enjoy a good latte or mocha! One of my favorite places do this is at <a href="http://www.swedehollowcafe.com/">Swede Hollow</a> in Saint Paul.</span><br />
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Want the comfort of a snuggie, but the stylish look of a trendy poncho or sweater? Then this <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3113609?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=568">Bobeau Asymmetrical Fleece Wrap Cardigan</a> is a MUST HAVE for this fall season and upcoming winter. I purchased mine last week (after debating the purchase for about a month-- Did I really need <i>another</i> cardigan?!) But, HALLELUIAH-- this thing is glorious! It's easier than wearing your pink snuggie all day-- and it looks just as fashionable buttoned as it does left open. Jess saw mine and instantly said "OK, get me one <u>now</u>!" You like? Let Allie know, or come visit me in the Point of View Department at Nordstrom, and I'll hook you up with one of your very own! The link on the nordy website only shows the color black, but in the store we have it in brown (what I own), olive green, charcoal (what jess has), blue, and black... take your pick! <br />
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As many of you know... I will be traveling around the United States for the <a href="http://www.collegefishing.com/">National Guard FLW College Fishing Regional Championships</a>. Because I have to be away from my family & friends for a total of 25 plus days... I made a few goals for myself for the upcoming days! <br />
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Jess' Travel Goals:<br />
1) Try something new everyday... <br />
2) Only eat meals at places where you cant go to at home.<br />
3) Find one sight-seeing activity!<br />
4) Work out... either running (training for the Turkey Trot) or Turbo Jam in my hotel room!<br />
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I hope to be able to keep you all updated with my travels and experiences. This past week I was in Sacramento, Cali for the Western Regional Championship, where the first woman qualified for the National Guard FLW College Fishing National Championship... this lady Allison Shaw from Chico Sate showed the guys that fishing wasn't just for guys! As much as it was a very very busy week with the kick off of our regional championships... I was able to do a few fun things!<br />
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My first stop was to <a href="http://www.pinkberry.com/">Pinkberry</a> :) My favorite yogurt place ever... seriously! I even had lunch there one day... and it covered goals # 1 and 2. If you have never been to a Pinkberry I highly recommend it!! Unfortunately for me the find the closest <a href="http://www.pinkberry.com/storelocator.html">Pinkberry store</a> nearest you... and Sarahlee, you probably wont need this as they are surrounded by you! Lucky lady!<br />
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My second stop was to <a href="http://www.texwasabis.com/">Tex Wasabi's Guy Fieri's Southern BBQ and California Style Sushi</a>. Such a great restaurant... so tasty and unique! As I walked in the door I knew it would be a great restaurant because they have a wall of T-shirt of other restaurants and "The Nook" was on there! <br />
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And lastly, I was able to enjoy a nice run around <a href="http://www.csus.edu/">Sacramento State</a>'s campus. As a proud alumni of the beautiful Iowa State University and very fortunate to have been surrounded by a beautiful campus for four years of my life. I was very surprised that "Sac State" (what the locals call it) was so beautiful. I am pretty sure they have every kind of tree that there is on their campus, from palm trees to pine trees to maple trees to oak trees. <br />
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Well that's all for now :) Take care and good night!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5871178991762533503.post-36349436827822004662010-10-14T17:01:00.000-07:002010-10-19T16:00:06.704-07:00Like Vintage?If you like fashion, anything vintage, and live in the Twin Cities, this is the event for you! If I weren't working all weekend, I'd be <a href="http://twincities.metromix.com/events/shopping_event/twin-cities-vintage-clothing-falcon-heights/2208801/content">here</a> in a heartbeat! The Twin Cities Vintage Clothing & Jewelry show is taking place this Friday and Saturday at the State Fair Grounds... someone please go and tell us all about it, please?!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Already looking forward to decorating for Christmas in Apartment #2</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It's a good thing we didn't purchase <a href="http://www.target.com/Chalkboard-Wall-Decal/dp/B001UFRNGI/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid3&keywords=wall%20decals&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-14&qid=1286908938&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Chalkboard%20Wall%20Decal&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0">THIS</a> at Target last week... this find at the gift mart yesterday only cost us $6! </td></tr>
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Living in the Twin Cities? We found a great selection of her fabrics at <a href="http://sewtropolis.com/">Sewtropolis</a> in South Minneapolis-- what a creative concept behind this business!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">BEFORE: Yes, that is burlap someone used to recover these seats. All that can be said about that is OUCH.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kinda wish we would have bought a third... but at least there is one for the each of us, or a couple guests that want to watch us cook :)</td></tr>
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DIY supplies needed:<br />
Pumpkins, gords etc. (real or fake... we chose fake so they would last longer)<br />
Decorative napkins of your choice (tissue paper would work well, too)<br />
Mod Podge (You got it. We're decoupaging again!)<br />
Sponge paint brush<br />
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If you watch Oprah, then I am sure you are familiar with designer & Minnesota native, Nate Berkus. Well, it looks like he is another example of the "O" effect, as he is now hosting his own television show, <b><i>The Nate Berkus Show</i></b>. If you haven't seen an episode yet, it airs weekdays at 10am (central time). Want to know your design personality? Do you like Modern? Vintage? Traditional? French Country? Global? A little bit of everything? Take this <a href="http://www.thenateshow.com/tipsandtools/detail/quiz-whats-your-design-personality">quiz</a> to find out your design personality.<br />
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Turns out, I have a "split personality" when it comes to design...I like to mix and merge different design styles for a unique look. I tend to go for the one-of-a-kind looks, so it doesn't surprise me that this was the result of the quiz for me... Take the quiz and let us know what you find out! <br />
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