Travel Inspiration : Hawaii : Bishop Museum

It was about this time 4 years ago that I was busy packing my bags and heading off to study in Hawaii. It was incredible to be able to experience the islands not as a tourist, but alongside locals who welcomed us into their communities. I also met two of my now best friends along the way.

So, heck, lets make it Hawaii week! Inspirational island pictures all week!

These are all things in the Bishop Museum on Oahu. I love, love, LOVE the quilts... maybe that should be my next quilt challenge to myself...

Anyone who has ever seen my portfolio should recognize the quilt above. The end papers and cover have a pattern I created based on this motif.

TV Addiction at Its Best

I'm not sure who this EXERGIAN guy (or girl) is, but their work is genius. What really caught my attention are these posters depicting popular TV shows. He/she manages to deduce an entire series to a single image. Love it! A few of my favorite below, more can be seen on his website or blog. I look a bit more into the artist's background and let you know what I come up with.

Twins Territory: Invaded

Pardon the cell phone quality pictures (we're not talking iPhone here people), but here's a little proof of my Target Field excursion.

I admit it, the field is gorgeous. Even a hardcore Dome fan like myself could see this has potential. However, the night we went- it rained. Score one for the Dome and it's lovely Teflon roof keeping baseball fans nice and dry.

It's okay, Target Field, you'll have your day in the sun... hopefully.



Oh yeah, and we won. 10-4! Perhaps I'm good luck?

Blogs I Stalk: Ink and Spindle

In an effort to keep my blogging momentum going, I thought I'd drop a quick post about one of my own favorite blogs to follow, Ink and Spindle. These ladies are based out of Melbourne, Australia and having been there a few years back myself, following this blogs holds a special place in my heart. If only I had known about them when I was there... ah, well.

They design and screenprint fantastic fabrics, (truly beautiful stuff) and their posts are always very lighthearted- which I thoroughly appreciate. The sewer in me is mega jealous of their ability to combine a graphic design skill set with textiles. So cool.



One of my favorite quotes off their website, it carries such a spirit I think many professional artists can relate to: "It's such a relief to be able to 'make' again..."

Be sure to check out their shop where you can even order yardage of their fabrics!

Twins Territory

That's right folks, it's baseball time. Yes, I realize that the season has already started (and yes, I've been watching), but tonight is my first trip to Target Field.

I'm rather excited, and although I am a lover of the Metrodome (don't hate), if this new stadium is as beautiful as everyone says, I'm sure I'll be a convert in no time.

Now if only we can find the crazed Nick Punto fan, my night will be made complete...

Vanity Barcodes

These are possibly the coolest things to happen to UPC codes since.... well, pretty much ever. Over the top? Yes. A little cheesey? Yes. Do I still think they're kinda cool... of course.

The story of our lives....

Smashing Alphabets

Wed May 6 (aka TOMORROW), Chank will be doing his thing at the Clockwork offices. Read more and register HERE



Pic from Studio on Fire's blog Beast Pieces
Poster designed by Spunk Design Machine

I love Doogie Howser

I can't stop watching this clip. Between NPH's expressions and Jimmy Fallon giggling in delight, I can't get enough.

I do have a weird obsession with Doogie Howser, and therefore NPH will always have a special place in my life, but still... watch it.



"Check this out Magic..."

So-Cal Fire Poster Project

I found this project just by chance, and I know it's a little old... but some of the posters are gorgeous!

This is my favorite by local mpls firm Wink.



check out the so-cal relief site for more posters