Last August, I started offering blog designs in exchange for donations to fund my upcoming Vegas trip. The demand was actually a gazillion times higher than what I expected (thank you everyone for the support)
So operation Pimpin’ blogs for Vegas is officially accomplished… and I am leaving TOMORROW, for my long awaited Las Vegas trip. Whoo hoooo. It’s gonna be my first time and can’t I tell you how excited I am! Like… seriously!
Here are a few blogs I designed along the way:
For those of you wondering, I unfortunately don’t offer blog designs in exchange of donations… but I am working on a template shop and once that will be launched, I will offer custom blog designs too.
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When we purchased our house back in September, I was super excited that I would have my own Blush!nk office. I wanted to set it up so that maybe one day I could receive clients at home… well because, we all want to be able to have our own company and live off it (right?). I had big plans for my office… but that’s pretty much it. 5 months later, still nothing is done (well apart a turquoise painted room, and a white desk – from Ikea )
Now that I am pregnant, I really want to complete my office before the little one shows up. Problem… I have no clue how to set it up. Le Sigh.
Here are the colors of my website + blog and stationery
I wanted to print out my blog pattern as a wall paper to put on 1 wall… but dunno where I can get that done for cheap. I wanted to print my logo on a big canvas and frame it (in a white frame) so that it would pop against the turquoise wall… that hasn’t been done. And this doesn’t even include the countless boxes that are lying around on my office floor. (I would take a picture but… I don’t think you want to see it)
Here is some office inspiration to give you an idea of what I like :
Wall paper idea, I was talking about.
Love the shelving and color coordinated storage
Love the white elements against the sage green walls
Love the collage of vintage elements, frames and typography as wall decor
Now, to make things a little more complicated… I have a 6 foot Crystal tree and a vintage retro (1970s) sewing machine integrated in a desk in my office. I wanted to paint my sewing machine desk (in white) and cover the chair with fabric that I purchased for cheap. (but that’s not done either)
What I do have :
- Work Desk (White)
- Black Filing Cabinet
- Gray Desk Chair
- 1 gray painted bookshelf
- Curtains
- Large 23 x 40 White Frame (to frame logo)
What I need:
- White Wall Shelves + White Bookshelf
- Desk Storage
- Patterned Wallpaper
- Printed logo on Canvas
- 2 chairs (to put in front of my desk – for future clients)
- Wall Decoration
Any tips on how I can get this project rolling? I think the overwhelming of it all is throwing me back. But I want this done before baby comes. Egh. If you have a home office… did it take you forever to get it done?
{ Office Inspiration : House to Home }
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If , like me you like décor magazine, then there’s a huge possibility that you’ve seen the Kohler advertisements. The concept, and the overall design is simply stunning. Heck, makes me want to buy everything Kohler.
What makes a good advertisement? When after days, weeks, or month you remember that specific ad, therefore the brand attached to it. Kohler, my friends did just that. Like I said, “Kohler, you do it right!”
Keep the ads coming, because they are amazing. Great work, designers, artistic directors, photographers. 
{ source : Kohler }
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I admit, I’m difficult when it comes to looking at baby bedding. I have all these rules, that generally expecting moms don’t…. and I’m sure if I were to list them, you would all look at me weird, or be like “really?!?” I mentioned last week that the room was painted before we knew we were expecting, and that 90% of the room design/decor would be based on the bedding we would choose.
I am really lucky, because the hubs tends to trust me with all the house decoration, and of course he gives his opinion, but knows that in the end what I come up with, looks good and/or better than what he thought. So ask him what he would like to have as room decor… he’s going to say animals, butterflies, planes… etc…. exactly the opposite of what I want. But try and find baby bedding without those elements. Not the easiest task.
I want modern, a mixture of textures and patterns… and IF and I mean IF there happens to be anything in the list above, it better be modern and not too in your face.
Here are a couple of bedding inspiration… I thought I would share with those who like me… don’t like the classic stuff.
Blossom Bedding: MiGi Style
Blue Bullseye Bedding : JJ Cole
Pinwheel Bedding: MiGi Style
Garden Blossom Bedding : Dwell Studio
Do you have a distinct taste when it comes to baby decor? Do you know of any awesome modern bedding sites that are must sees? I’m still trying to find a way to incorporate some typography elements… so maybe next time around, I look at nursery decor inspiration and maybe then, I might find the bedding to match the decor. Ya, okay who am I kidding. It’s not that simple! But I wish!
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Hey Typography lovers…. wanna see something I am sure you will love? Veer (you know the awesome site with typographic finds) recently launched a typographic mobile. I mean… what’s more awesome than that?
Typography Mobile from Veer: Each set of characters is laser cut from recycled back card and lined with colorful press sheets from Veer’s past marketing pieces. The typeface is Clarendon modified with Baskerville ornamentation.
{ Images Courtesy of Veer }
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As a designer, for sure I like themed matchy and pretty parties. I mean, add some typography elements and/or mix and match patterns, and I will be one happy person. Now, of course I have no control on what my baby shower will look like, but I thought from now, til… well, when I am surprised with my baby shower I can post some awesome inspiration, and hopefully… hopefully someone will see this 
These are beautiful real inspiration details from Molly’s Vintage Surf Baby Shower! I think they did a magnificent job. I mean, look at it. Its stunning. A candy bar ( I want) to matching monogram sugar cookies.
Obviously I think the whole party is a breakdown of the super cute shower invitation. Might I add I love the color combo : brown, blue and red. The colors mesh so well together, and the stripes, polka dots and ribbon make the whole look … just perfect!
I love all the little details, from the cupcakes (yes, I would love me some of those at my shower) to matching napkins. Hats off to the organizers. They did a fantasic job. I am sure Molly loved it!
Now don’t worry, I will feature more Baby Shower inspiration… up next a baby shower theme for a baby girlVia Project Nursery }
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Even though I’ve been married for almost 2 years…. I love weddings. I wish I could focus all my design in weddings, and who knows even start my own shop one day. It’s been a dream of mine… always.
Um… what was I getting to?… Oh ya! I ♥ Weddings, and I ♥ Magazines, so when I saw the first issue of Nonpareil E-Mag… my oh my… it made me smile. I love pretty design… and this is Gorgeous.
With the economy and the unfortunate news of printed magazines closing down, e-mags are the way to go these days. (Anyways I think so) Of course there is alot of work implicated and majority of the time survival of a e-magazine is based on its advertisers… I have to agree I much prefer this version. I don’t feel like I’m wasting any paper, and the outcome is just as beautiful.
Beautiful spreads, filled with to-die for photography and tips, I have a feeling that Nonpareil e-mag will become very very popular. Can’t wait to see mags 02, 03 and 04… eeee must be so exciting
Now, I didn’t want to spoil the whole mag, so what are you waiting for… go check out the rest of the issue. Plus more goodies and downloads on their website.
On a side note ; Ladies, if you are ever in need of a graphic designer… I’ll raise up my both hands. Would love love love to collaborate/design such a beautiful piece of work
{ Images courtesy of Nonpareil }
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I find that as a designer, packaging when done brilliantly… is another great source of inspiration. Just look at some of these designs, pretty, colorful, witty and plain right smart when you think about it.
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{ via Design M.ag }
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ypography is something that fascinates me and when I found the work of Jessica Hische I knew I had to share. (but I’m sure you’ve seen her work before) In design school I’ve always wanted to create my own typography, but soon realized that I wasn’t made for that. I guess you accept it and move on… but there are people like Jessica who are beyond talented and to them…. its easy. Hurray for that! Because its amazing. Art in its best form.
Now, notice that pretty drop cap in the beginning of the post? Well its all part of the The Daily Drop Cap. I don’t know if you’ve heard of it before but it’s an ongoing project by typographer and illustrator Jessica Hische herself. Each day, a new hand-crafted decorative initial cap will be posted on this site and can be used for your enjoyment and for beautify your blog posts.
It’s really easy to use, once you find the drop cap of your choice, simply click on it and all the coding will be available to you so you may insert it in your post (html editor mode), delete the first letter of your post and click preview. Voila! A pretty letter to start your post.
Pages and pages of pretty drop caps will be found on her site. But it’s worth looking through every page. Each letter has its unique style. From various colors and shapes to being era focused… these letters are beautiful and have so many intricate details.
Check out her website for more typographic goodies. She even has an online shop for you fans I’m seriously considering buying myself a Drop Cap to hang on my wall in my office… hmmm
So what are you waiting for, go check out The Daily Drop Cap for daily inspiration.
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When I stumbled upon this beautiful paper forest I knew I had to share. You’d think it was carved out of wood, but if you look close enough you will realize its made using toilet paper rolls. Amazing… I know!!!
” Toilet rolls sprouting spreading branches are hung to create a “forest” hanging on the wall or hanging down from the ceiling. There is a moment when the hanging cut-out-parts start holding their branches and leaves on their own strength. It is as if I’m helping the paper awakens its ability to be an individual tree.” – Yuken Teruya
The artist behind this beautiful piece of art is Yuken Teruya. If you want to see more, check out his portfolio section for unique projects are artwork.
(via Lushlee)
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Last week, being in the holiday spirit … I decided to deck out my computer desktop. I tweeted an image, and many replied “How did you do that?” Sometimes, I think everyone knows how to do stuff like this, so I never think of giving an explanation… but this morning, I decided to give you a tutorial on how to prettify your computer desktop.
You’ll see it’s very easy.
I’m on a Mac and therefore the explanations will be for Macintosh computers, but I know that it’s possible to do it on PC so with a little help of our friend Google… I’m sure you can find a tutorial out there.
Alright… so when decking out your desktop… there are two parts. The wallpaper and the icons…
I’m pretty sure you all know how to change a wallpaper : 1- right click you’re mouse – change desktop background 2- or go in the system preferences (desktop and screensaver) choose your image and voila.. instant makeover.
For the icons its a little trickier… but if you know how to copy and paste.. then this will be a breeze. First, you need to download an icon set. (Below you will find 2 sites for icons) Once you’ve chosen the set, download it and should appear either in your download file or on your desktop. In the file itself you should see X number of icons… all pretty pretty.
Steps to adding pretty icons to you’re folders:
- Download an icon set
- Click on the folder/file you would like to change the icon, and do an Info (Command + i)
- Click on the icon you would like to select and do an Info (Command + i)
- Click on the pretty icon in the info palette ( the mini version next to the name of the file) an outline should appear
- Copy the icon (Apple + C)
- Click on the folder in the info palette ( the mini version next to the name of the file) an outline should appear
- Paste the icon (Apple + V)
- and repeat
If you don’t like the Icon you just pasted, you can simply replace it… or if you want to delete it, click on the mini icon in the info palette and press delete on your keyboard the icon will go back it its original format. (folder, server, or HardDrive icon)
Hope my explanation was clear… Happy desktop prettifying
Here are just a few sites where I find some great wallpapers and icons. Enjoy!!!
Desktop Wallpapers:
Pixel Girl Presents (loads of selection)
Interface Lift (lots of real photography wallpapers)
Smashing Magazine (search their site, they have many many amazing desktop wallpapers)
Mac App Storm (great Apple themed wallpapers)
Icons:
Pixel Girl Presents (my ultimate favorite site for icons)
Interface Lift
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Source: Weheartit / Tumblr
What does the title Thinking… and the image represent for you. Leave a comment.
Happy Friday!!!
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I don’t know what is my obsession with laundry rooms… but I tend to find that real pretty laundry rooms… are sexy in a way. Inspiring, making you WANT to do the wash, fold clothes and iron… Look at this one… now, you can’t say it ain’t sexy …
I love the ideas of having painted wooden hooks to dry those pretty pieces that aren’t made for the dryer. I mean… might as well display them in a pretty manner.
I love the color palette, soft romantic… who knew a laundry room could be romanic. 
I love the mixture of mints, whites, beige, grays… and that floral pattern… très chic!
“This room is only a cozy 6- by 10-foot space, but with careful planning, storage was built in for laundry, crafts, sewing, and other projects using simple components found at Lowe’s. Savvy space-savers include a (full-size) stacking washer-dryer, hidden ironing board, and a drop-down drying rack. Cabinets on both sides of the room provide storage, as well as counter space. In a room this pretty, laundry feels less like work and more like an escape.” – CountryLiving.com
You will have loads of laundry detergents, powder or liquid form, bleach, softener, clothes pins, and sewing stuff… why not display them in pretty containers, vintage inspired if you like. It will add some decor elements your room might lack… and well its just pretty 
I love the touch of adding glass doorknobs which makes a clever “peg rack” – Now thats what I call glam. And loving the idea of adding a skirt to a plastic utility sink. Adds style and camouflages whats under… so more storage space for you.
I’m in love… and hope that one day my laundry room will have 1/10 of this design flare. Are you a laundry room manic like me? Come on… admit it. hehe
{Images courtesy of CountryLiving}
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Update: It’s friday…. and you know what that means. It’s time to choose a winner for the Wall Decals by ArtConductor giveaway. Who wouldn’t want to decorate their room, kitchen, bathroom or staircase. I mean the possibilities are endless and Janes stuff is gorgeous. So winner … choose wisely
Okay I won’t make you wait any longer… the winner of the giveaway is comment # 65:
Congratulations Nick !!! To claim your prize, please email me at : info @ blushink (dot) com. Thanks again everyone for participating… Happy friday!!!
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Are you ready for the second glam giveaway? Its pretty awesome I tell you. Thanks to Jane of ArtConductor, the winner will have the chance to win a wall decal of their choice. Now before you get all excited and you will (cuz her stuff is oh-so awesome) heres a little about Jane.
Her name is Jane Malinina and shes Russian (I love that accent) She is a highly experienced designer & expert in industrial design engineering. (we can see that from her pieces) She loves to paint and creating beautiful things. She designs a variety of decals, from wall to car and even laptops. Apart from being an awesome designer, shes a blogger as well. Check out her blog
Who wouldn’t want to add the pretty touch à la Jane to their décor? So enter now, see details below.
How to Enter
Visit ArtConductors Etsy Shop and comment below telling me what you would choose if you won. Now, choose wisely because if you win, this is what you will receive. So if you have to, take that extra minute or two
To up your chances to win, you have 6 more ways to enter the contest & win:
- Tweet the following: I just entered to win a wall decal courtesy of http://artconductor.etsy.com Check it out here: http://glamourthis.com (via @blushink) Then comment (a separate comment) when you’ve tweeted.
- Subscribe to the New GT RSS Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/blushink/glamourthis and comment when you have.
- Become a fan on Facebook (http://facebook.com/glamourthis) and comment when you have.
- Blog about this giveaway and/or why you want to win this prize and comment with the link.
- Post about this giveaway on a message board & comment with the link.
- Share the giveaway on facebook & let me know you did in a comment.
A winner will be picked at random and will be announced on Friday November 20th 2009. GOOD LUCK EVERYONE !!! Contest ends Thursday November 19th 2009 at 8 PM (EST).
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For those of yous who, like me have said you’ll do a blurb book but never seemed to finish it… well nows your chance. We all know discounts on blurb books are rare… but not this time around. There’s 1 week left to the awesome 20% off + free shipping. Yes thats right you read right….
20% off + free shipping
I guess they were in the mood of giving.
Happy book making… and happy pre-holidays
(please note the links on the image are not clickable) I simply took a screen shot of my email. 
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