Eye Candy Corner

Headband

2010-07-08T10:07:00.000-07:00

I'm totally going to making this! These would make great stocking stuffers for girlfriends this holiday season. Yes, I'm already in holiday mode. :)

Party Hats

2010-07-03T11:03:00.000-07:00

Make your own fun party hats using this tutorial.

Photo courtesy of Birthday Girl Blog

Ikea Lamp Hack

2010-06-22T22:54:00.000-07:00

Photo courtesy of Screen Prints

A great way to spruce up a lamp!

Gathered Clutch Tutorial

2010-05-28T11:01:00.000-07:00

Now to put my sewing machine to use this weekend. Try making your own.

Chandelier Tutorial

2010-05-26T09:56:00.000-07:00

Make your own with these instructions.

Margarita Cupcake Recipe

2010-05-05T10:15:00.001-07:00

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Get this recipe here.

With a Twist by Tara Anderson

2010-04-16T11:38:00.000-07:00

With a Twist is finally open again! I just love this shop. :) Great place for scrapbook stuff, gift wrapping and ideas all around.

Adding to My Wishlist

2010-04-16T10:36:00.000-07:00

Can I have all three pieces please?

Make Your Own Statement Necklace

2010-04-15T10:56:00.001-07:00

Click here.

Napkin Tutorial...Cheers!

2010-04-13T21:24:00.000-07:00

Find out how to make these cool napkins here! I love these.

Food Pictures

2010-04-07T23:41:00.000-07:00

This is a picture I took last night while baking, and I thought, why not share some awesome food pictures with you. Here are some of my favorites.

DigitalFoodPhotos.com

CookThink.com

1stJournal.com

MicroGraphix.co.uk

Cookbooks Galore

2010-04-05T15:59:00.000-07:00

Have you ever wondered what the best cookbooks are? Well, I have and luckily I stumbled across this list of The 10 Best Cookbooks of 2009. I was browsing through the list and they look amazing! I think I might get one to add to my endless collection of cookbooks.

The Pleasures of Cooking for One by Judith Jones

Asian Dumplings by Andrea Nguyen

Clean Food by Terry Walters

Gourmet Today by Ruth Reichl

Stir by Barbara Lynch

Mastering the Art of Chinese Cooking by Eileen Yin-Fei Lo

Savory Baking by Mary Cech

Peter Reinhart's Artisan Breads Every Day by Peter Reinhart

The Craft of Baking by Karen DeMasco and Mindy Fox

Rose's Heavenly Cakes by Rose Levy Beranbaum

DIY: Not Just Your Ordinary Easter Eggs

2010-04-02T11:13:00.000-07:00

For those of you who have never dyed an Easter egg, here is a quick tutorial. Now on to the good stuff...making that egg more than just a dyed egg.

Fabric Egg DIY

Personalized Egg DIY

Potted Easter Egg DIY

And my favorite...Glittery Paper Egg DIY

Have a great Easter everyone!

Sharon Montrose

2010-04-01T08:16:00.000-07:00

Have you heard of Sharon Montrose? If not, get ready for some of the cutest animal photos you've ever seen. Check out the video above, her Etsy interview, blog and personal website. I'm sure it's bound to get you excited.

Want one of her pieces? You can buy the smaller prints in her shop on Etsy!

I'm off to find the piece I want to purchase.

DIY: Paper Flowers

2010-03-31T11:15:00.000-07:00

Click here to find out how to make these beautiful paper flowers. Great for those of us who can't grow plants to save our lives. ;)

Utterly Engaged

2010-03-24T23:59:00.000-07:00

Utterly Engaged is definitely a great resource for all those brides getting ready for their summer weddings.There are great designs and inspirations to get your ideas rolling like center pieces, accessories, DIY's, desserts and more! It makes me want to have a wedding.

Hygge & West

2010-03-18T09:54:00.000-07:00

I'm usually not a wallpaper person, but Hygge & West has awesome designs. Lovely!

St. Patty's Day Mini Card Printable

2010-03-17T11:15:00.000-07:00

Click here for this cute St. Patty's Day mini card. Happy St. Patty's Day!

Get the Look: Elizabeth Banks

2010-03-09T07:43:00.000-08:00

So, Elizabeth Banks didn't win anything at the Oscars (I think), but I must say, she looked glamorous! Probably one of the best dressed stars on the red carpet in my opinion.

For a more low-key version of this great look, check out some of these gorgeous finds.

Sweet Grey Party/Shopping Dress by Zieling

Morning Dawn Ring in Grey by 55MapleDesigns

English Rose Studs by WorksandFinds

Clutch in Stone Leather by JennyNDesign

Get the Look: Sandra Bullock

2010-03-08T13:03:00.000-08:00

Sandra Bullock won Best Actress for her role in The Blind Side yesterday at the Oscars. Yay! I absolutely love her. To me, she is like the nice girl next door that you could be bestfriends with. Absolutely lovable.

Now, on to the fashion critique. I loved the dress; it was stunning and with the pop of pink from her lipstick, I think she made an almost-simple and elegant look playful. If you want the toned-down version of this (since we can't all attend fancy-shmancy events), check out some of these finds.

The Snowblink Tank by ArmoursansAnguish

Sparkling Foiled Vintage Glass Jewel Earrings by SSSJ

Pochette in Metallic Gold by Morelle

Jenny Lip Mineral Makeup by ErzulieCosmetics

Alice in Wonderland Party

2010-03-05T12:33:00.000-08:00

Just to celebrate Alice in Wonderland hitting theaters today, I thought I would post some cute pictures from the blog Hostess with the Mostess. You can also click here for the rest of the Alice in Wonderland inspired party. Isn't it awesome?!

Alice In Wonderland

2010-03-03T09:55:00.000-08:00

To get into the spirit of the opening of Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland this week (I'm so excited!), I thought it would be fun to post cool Alice In Wonderland finds.

Alice In Wonderland Pin Topper Set by Pinks & Needles

Night Time Bracelet by plingstore

Mad Hatter Invitation by Loving2Angels

Cheshire Cat Smile by Polymer Perfection Designs

Through the Looking Glass Painting by booksontape

Fat Quarter Shop

2010-03-01T15:28:00.000-08:00

Have you all ever heard of the Fat Quarter Shop? It is terrific. Since getting my sewing machine this last Christmas, I have been trying to find fun fabrics and projects to work on. Luckily I stumbled across this site that has mountains of cool fabrics. Maybe it's time to start quilting.

Emariecreations

2010-02-25T22:46:00.000-08:00

You've got to be nuts not to love Emariecreations. They make the cutest polymer clay and fabric buttons, charms and more!

A Piece by Denise

2010-02-22T13:35:00.000-08:00

A Piece by Denise has unique ceramic pieces that I just love.

Beautiful, right?

Sky Planter

2010-02-19T12:09:00.000-08:00

Have you guys heard of this sky planter? Well it is super cool. It's made by the company Boskke and helps conserve water as well as keeps your herbs and plants fresh and beautiful. I love the idea that I can have fresh herbs for my cooking. Maybe it'll save room in my cluttered fridge. I might get one...they are super sleek and classy too.

Bubble Time

2010-02-16T12:54:00.000-08:00

Bubble Time is a breath of fresh air. These cute plushies would make a wonderful gift for any age.

Bunny Cakes Blog

2010-02-09T21:54:00.000-08:00

Bunny Cakes Blog has cute Valentine's Day tags/cards if you are still looking for something unique. The best part is that they are all PDFs, so you will get them in time for that special someone.

Cupcake Lollipop Giveaway!

2010-02-09T09:15:00.000-08:00

If you haven't heard, my other blog Baked by Joanna is having a giveaway! Head over there by clicking here for more details.

The Fab Store

2010-02-08T21:49:00.000-08:00

I am crazy about fabrics right now and The Fab Store is definitely making it hard to resist buying something fun and new. This Etsy shop carries lots of fabrics like Michael Miller, Amy Butler and Heather Bailey just to name a few. So many fun prints!

The Gilded Bee

2010-02-05T09:31:00.000-08:00

The Gilded Bee is absolutely delightful.

Fun Wall Art

2010-02-03T16:28:00.000-08:00

Don't let the name fool you. Fun Wall Art is actually an Etsy shop that sells beautiful trinket boxes. Usually, I am not into this kind of stuff, but these boxes were too pretty to pass up. :o)

Kis for Calligraphy

2010-02-02T11:23:00.000-08:00

Sending your valentine something sweet? Make it even better by upgrading the packaging. Kis for Calligraphy has holiday inspired seals that will definitely make your package stand out from the rest.

Cupcake Tree

2010-02-01T22:31:00.000-08:00

Cupcake Tree has mountains of hand carved stamps that are simply lovely.

AL Joyeria

2010-02-01T15:36:00.000-08:00

AL Joyeria makes fun and classy jewelry all the way from Hong Kong. Any item in the shop would make an awesome present or a great addition to your own collection. These are a few that I like.

Art Shark Designs

2010-02-01T10:10:00.000-08:00

I love clever artists. Art Shark Designs is able to create awesome artwork by simply adding a pop of color to each piece. Definitely one of my faves this year so far.

Way Too Cute!

2010-01-31T11:15:00.000-08:00

Baby Robot by rjgazray on Etsy.

A Sweet Apron

2010-01-30T10:04:00.000-08:00

Click here to find out how to make this cute apron.

Bethany Lorelle

2010-01-30T09:50:00.000-08:00

This week I had a chance to participate in another career day at a local middle school. It was a lot of fun and oddly enough, very fashionable. Is it me or are kids getting more trendy, so much so that I want to buy something they are wearing? Well, there was this one headband that I saw a girl wear into class that screamed cuteness all over it, so I thought I would find some fun Valentine's Day headbands and accesories to share with you. Luckily, I stumbled across Bethany Lorelle, and she makes terrific stuff! See for yourself.

iPhone Case Tutorial

2010-01-29T14:43:00.000-08:00

Click here to check out the tutorial and see the final product!

SimpleSong Designs

2010-01-28T10:23:00.000-08:00

SimpleSong Designs is a place you must check out for simple, classy Valentine's Day stationary to help bring joy to your special someone. I love all the clean letterpressed items!

InkBloom

2010-01-26T09:26:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for a fun new way to express yourself, you must check out InkBloom! This site has tons of cool templates that you can purchase to print on vinyl, paper and even fabric. A great site for personalizing craft projects, artwork and even your Etsy shop branding.

Green Horned Unicorn

2010-01-22T12:11:00.000-08:00

Green Horned Unicorn...one of my favorite shops on Etsy, and no, I am not being biased because the shop is by my friend Toni. With whimsical scrapbooking embellishments and funky frames, how can you not enjoy such a fun shop? She also has a great blog with DIYs, scrapbooking ideas and layouts she's created. If anything, you must visit just to check out her logo. Adorable!

PintassilgoPrints

2010-01-12T13:48:00.000-08:00

So I must admit, I about died when I saw PintassilgoPrints' shop. These cute finger puppets would make great gifts for little kids and even grown ups. Can I just say, "Awesome!"

The Ramones

Mary Poppins

The Doors

Airplanes

2010-01-10T21:12:00.000-08:00

I have a friend who will be getting married in the next year, so while discussing her airplane themed invitations today (her future husband is a pilot), I decided to search for cool items with airplanes on them. I hope you like the fun finds.

Airplane Wall Decal by StephenEdwardGraphic

Love is in the Air Cards by PrettyPixels

Transportation Set (Airplane) by Imaginationkids

Aeroplane Necklace by itsastitch

Bottlecap Magnets by Dombot

Jefferson Airplane Album Coasters by inoudidsattic

Wooden Pencil Box by teaforbini

Airplane Ticket Invitation by beyonddesign

Get Organized

2010-01-06T12:10:00.000-08:00

With a new year, it is inevitable that you feel the need to start off fresh. What does that mean? Yep, time to organize! Here are some finds that will help you succeed in your quest to freshen up your clutter.

Naval Wall Organizer by victoriawilde

Large Comfy Fabric Storage Bins by sewingmomma

Laundry Bag by FlauraDesign

Doorknob Coat Hook by reclaimedhome

Fabric Push Pins by PaperPumpkin

Eco Recycled Billboard Banner Storage Bin by NottyPooch

School Essentials

2010-01-05T11:09:00.000-08:00

I am currently registering for classes and thought it would be fun to blog about some school must-haves for this coming semester.

Student Planner Printables by CrownBindery

Map Pencils by RightBrainy

Koi Binder Clips by nancym4

Kangaroo Pouch Tote by Kinies

Alphabet in American Sign Language by MoonlightAura

Kitty Egg Crayons by kittybblove

Lunch Bag by obleek

Beer Box Books by repaper

Looking for an outfit to celebrate the new year?

2009-12-29T13:00:00.000-08:00

Here are a few pieces that might interest you...

Stroke of Midnight - Black Crystal Ball Earrings by ShySiren

Denim Bolero by Ananya

Babooshka Mini Dress by BabooshkaBoutique

Cluster Flower Headband by BeautifulBlossoms

Polka Dots and Modrian Clutch by yazberryfashion

Kim Westad

2009-12-22T14:57:00.000-08:00

Kim Westad is a NYC ceramist who creates beautiful pieces like vases, bowls and mugs. It's all very modern and chic, so needless to say, I like it!

MojoSpaStyle

2009-12-17T09:35:00.000-08:00

MojoSpaStyle is one of my absolutely favorite shops this holiday season. So many cute bags, accessories and jewelry. They are based out of Chicago and definitely know how to put a modern spin on "girly". Love it!

Green Field Paper Company

2009-12-15T12:54:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for unique cards, I have just the one for you. Green Field Paper Company is full of earth friendly cards, stationary and more! From handmade paper to hemp paper, their seed embedded products not only bring joy to the recipient, but also brings happiness all year round because you can plant them and see the wildflowers grow. Awesome idea!

Don't Forget Me!

2009-12-06T17:30:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the lack of blogging lately. With school finals and exams, I barely have been able to enjoy the holidays. But have no fear! I finished writing two media papers today and am down to my last paper on Jonathen Swift...only 7 pages to go. And yes, I am obviously taking a break. ;)

Anyways, to the good stuff. I found several pet friendly gifts for the holidays that I wanted to share with you. So while you are shopping, don't forget your furry friend.

Farm Dog Variety Dozen- 4 Fresh, Smoothie and Relax Biscuits by FarmDog

Golden Fleur de Lis by MakeYourDogSmile

Mimi Green 'Hunter' Dog Collar by ShopMimiGreen

Sally Cat's Favorite Catnip Mice by ReFabulous

Cuddly Cat Snuggle Bed by Photogirl95

Garden Spigot Elevated Water Bowl by BellaVitaPet

Celebrating the Holidays in Bulk

2009-11-23T22:52:00.000-08:00

Buying in bulk this holiday season can truly pay off. You not only get a discount, but can finish your shopping in one fell swoop! These items would make great gifts and stocking stuffers.

Any 10 Clay Pendants for Half the Price by thecharmlady

Choose Any 12 Handmade Soaps for the Price of 10 by innnerearthsoaps

Random Assortment of 6 Foldable Purse Hooks by MaJentaDesigns

5 Wrislet/Mini Purses by lulaballou

12 Reindeer Felt Ornaments by paperandstringBULK

6 Sets of Coasters by littlecoastergnome

DIY Holidays

2009-11-19T20:59:00.000-08:00

Looking to save a bit and bring a little homemade feel to your holiday season? I am this year and am starting early! Homemade gifts take quite some time to make, so it is never too early to begin. Here are a few items to help you along the way with your DIY holiday.

2010 Calendar Printable PDF by sweetbeets

The Charlie Bag PDF Sewing Pattern by olivetreetextiles

Penny Hair Ponies Tutorial by MaryMo

Printable Gift Tags by LittlePaperDog

Made w/Love Knitting Hand Carved Rubber Stamp by cupcaketree

Cantelope Handspun Yarn by Artgurl

Japanese Colored Wooden Button by DoodooShop

Wall Flower Fabric by mimis

Just for Men

2009-11-16T21:37:00.000-08:00

Sometimes it can be quite hard to find something just right for your guy. Let me help!

Briefcase by jennyndesign

Leather Belt by fullgive

Uni-Lap Laptop Case by snapdesign

Mens Tree Man's Gift Set by kimberquinn

Bi-Fold Wallet by sewlutionsbyamo

Watch by kapadesigns

iPod Case by designsforhim

Affordable Gifts

2009-11-15T14:59:00.000-08:00

I've been shopping quite a bit and it occurred to me that I should share all my cool findings with everyone for holiday inspiration. So, through the rest of the holiday season, most of my blogging will be about potential gift ideas for you and me! I hope you like the first one...the gifts below are awesome and would make great gifts without you having to turn to that credit card (yikes!). Gifts for the...

Golfer

by E. Ria Designs

Host

by AmongstLovelyThings

Scrapbooker

by withatwist

Shopaholic

by bayanhippo

Holiday DIY Ideas

2009-11-10T08:42:00.000-08:00

Strapped on holiday cash or just want to go the homemade/handmade route this year? Check out craftzine.com and instructables.com for some DIY ideas for this holiday season.

Chalk It Up!

2009-11-07T23:16:00.000-08:00

Well, I am totally into chalk stuff lately. Not only does it bring back memories of grade school, but it also is fun and eco-friendly. Can't think of more than one way to use a chalkboard? See how some of these Etsy shops tranformed chalkboards into practical items.

Drink Tags by LilBDesigns

Chalkboard Mini Post Earrings by wildflowerdesigns

Texas Vinyl Wall Decal by route3studios

Chalkboard Labels by believeinfairytales

Blackboard Magnetic Coasters by purposedesign

Art by Kristi

2009-11-06T12:05:00.000-08:00

Art by Kristi is getting personal. Her shop features cool ornaments, signs and other fun home items that can be personalized with a name. My favorite is her "Family Circle" painting!

Kwerner Design Blog

2009-11-04T20:18:00.000-08:00

So I stumbled across Kwerner Design Blog today and I must say, I am loving it! This blog is dedicated to scrapbooking fun. With tons of great pictures as well as video tutorials, great things are bound to happen with paper. You should definitely take a look at all the cool holiday stuff that is posted.

Baby It's Cold Outside

2009-10-28T22:40:00.000-07:00

To my fellow Arizonans, I am happy to say we officially are in the midst of holiday weather. Break out the winter coats, scarves and hoodies to keep warm. Looking for some winter inspiration to spruce up that closet? Check out some of these fun Etsy shops to help you stay cozy.

by Phylphil

by Misiku

by sanchia845

by ShadeofShadow

StitchFace

2009-10-23T12:27:00.000-07:00

StitchFace makes these really cute and eco-friendly stuffed animals that I have fallen in love with. A definite "add-to-favorites" shop!

Bear

Kitty

Bunnies

Halloween Ideas

2009-10-19T12:37:00.000-07:00

I don't know about you, but looking for a Halloween costume can be quite hard for me. There are so many options, how can you possibly just choose one? Here are some cool Etsy shop ideas I found.

Be a cupcake from mytouchofaloha.

A fun Mad Hatter from beccamari perhaps?

Or maybe a sassy aristocrat from taeliac.

Morelle

2009-10-16T18:22:00.000-07:00

Another great find! Morelle is a seller from Greece who makes some of the best quality purses I have seen on Etsy. Nice fabric, beautiful colors and a fantastic addition to any purse collection.

Weekend Deals!

2009-10-16T11:05:00.000-07:00

I found two really good places for jewelry today. Check it out! If you are looking to purchase this weekend, they have great offers going on as well.

LinkelDesigns is super cool and have tons of jewelry to choose from. This weekend, they are offering 10% off everything in their shop, and if you purchase 2 items from their "Last Chance" section, you can get the second item for 50% off. Click on their link for more details. Here are some snippets from their shop.

Next, SumikoShop. With 15% off all items in the shop, you can't go wrong. They have everything from jewelry to hair clips. So much fun and a great array of colors!

Gim Carry

2009-10-10T11:24:00.000-07:00

Another coin purse? I know, I know, but I just can't get enough of really awesome fabric molded into tiny, cute creations. Gim Carry is a Thailand based artist that uses great materials to construct what I believe are clutches and coin purses. You can buy them separately or in bundles; they have listings for both! I think they would make good bridesmaid presents or just a great, pocket-sized surprise for a friend. Too adorable as well as affordable. This weekend they are offering worldwide shipping, so don't miss out!

Viv & Ingrid

2009-10-03T21:24:00.000-07:00

Viv & Ingrid have just about some of the cutest accessories. The one I love by far, and shouldn't be a surprise, are the Cupcake Keepsake Boxes. What a great idea...fun to look at and practical!

Clipboards

2009-09-29T09:37:00.000-07:00

Who knew clipboards could be so fun! A great organizational tool as well as fun to look at now with just a few embellishments. You can learn how to update your clipboards with this simple DIY from Kotori. Or if you prefer just to purchase a finished product, visit bowpeepcreations. The last two images are from their site, and I must admit, they are too adorable. I think I might make or buy these to log bakery orders; anything to be a little more organized is a bonus for me. :)

LoBoheme

2009-09-25T14:06:00.000-07:00

I love hair stuff that is quirky and different, so needless to say, I love LoBoheme! These would be wonderful for weddings and nice events.

Fall Into Autumn

2009-09-21T12:45:00.000-07:00

Today is the first day of fall (or autumn if you prefer), so instead of my usual cool finds, I will leave you with some fall inspired pictures and creations.

by HydraHeart

by KNOTTY GIRL

by catherinereese

by WoodlandCottage

ArtCult

2009-09-17T20:31:00.000-07:00

ArtCult is an graphic artist on Etsy that makes really cute and original artwork. She creates everything from Japanese characters to vintage style pieces. Great stuff!

Jennifer Squires Productions

2009-09-14T13:11:00.000-07:00

Looking to spruce up your home? Jennifer Squires Productions is a shop I found on Etsy that sells modern photographs that I think are beautiful and would bring some light to drab decor. I might buy the cupcake one...love it!

Humblebea

2009-09-11T16:12:00.000-07:00

Humblebea is a store that specializes in all these cute "Wee.." characters. I absolutely adore them! Too cute. I picked this picture to help me brainstorm some Halloween ideas. It seems far away, but it's really just around the corner. Eek!

Creature Comforts

2009-09-07T23:21:00.000-07:00

Creature Comforts is much like my blog where the blogger posts inspirational items that spark creativity, and as an added bonus...they also include great DIY tips. Check out the site for your own inspiration and some cool free downloads too!

The Waitress

2009-09-06T09:48:00.000-07:00

The Waitress is one of my absolutely favorite movies. I love the way she dreams up new pies and how each one has to do with something significant in her life. Quite an inspiring movie for all creative people.

Oktak

2009-09-03T14:07:00.000-07:00

I am always in search of cute handbags and clutches, so it was quite exciting when I stumbled across Oktak. Their products are now very high on my list of must-haves. They are located in New York and most of their items are made from rare vintage textiles. They also make baby goods that you have to check out. If you are interested, you can purchase items at their Etsy shop. Love it! :)

Millefiori

2009-09-03T11:33:00.000-07:00

So I am loving this Millefiori stuff from Italy! Thanks to my boss Mara who introduced me to this, I got to enjoy the images of these cool, colorful and unique beads. :)

Betsey Johnson

2009-08-31T12:21:00.001-07:00

I absolutely love Betsey Johnson! She takes pink to a whole new level and has this great spin on fashion...kind of a cool concoction of urban, punk rock and girly all at the same time. Really? Who can do that? She is awesome and truly inspiring.

Handmade Movement

2009-08-27T20:46:00.000-07:00

I found the Handmade Movement through Etsy and love their idea and way of supporting artists. Click the link above to find out more about "sneak attacks" and their mission to help struggling shops.

Petites Bouchees

2009-08-26T22:11:00.001-07:00

Petites Bouchees is an online bakery that makes just about the cutest desserts. Ever wonder how you properly eat a macaron? There is a tutorial if you click here.

Heavenly Hostess

2009-08-26T21:40:00.000-07:00

I absolutely love to entertain so I can definitely appreciate the aprons at Heavenly Hostess. Retro and fun!

School Pride

2009-08-24T23:40:00.000-07:00

Though I no longer attend University of Texas at Austin, it still holds a warm place in my heart. The flood of burnt orange always inspires me :) School is officially back in session, so please bare with me as my posts may not be quite as frequent with all my new schoolwork coming in.

Anthropologie

2009-08-16T21:50:00.001-07:00

Anthropologie...need I say more?

Once Wed

2009-08-15T10:11:00.001-07:00

Looking to class up your wedding? Check out Once Wed. This site has wedding tips, DIY projects and tons of fantastic photographs to help any happy couple put together the perfect wedding. I personally love their Inspiration Galleries…lots to look at and very vibrant!

Peacoats & Party Hats

2009-08-11T08:11:00.000-07:00

Peacoats & Party Hats has tons of cute scrapbooking ideas. I love the use of colors and how everything pops off the pages. Super awesome!

Lollipop Workshop

2009-08-05T03:24:00.001-07:00

I found the Lollipop Workshop while browsing through Etsy.com for wedding ideas for a friend and once again I found something that I absolutely adore! These cake toppers are so adorable and bring a lighthearted feeling to any cake. Be still my heart...

Paint Your Space

2009-08-03T14:24:00.000-07:00

Taking on bold colors can be a little overwhelming unless you have a color consultant. Lesley David Design helps with interior design and finds awesome ways to coordinate colors as well as make the most of your space. I love how they turned a simple country style home into a vibrant yet relaxing atmosphere. You can find more samples of their work at Paint Your Space.

Gifts Define

2009-08-02T21:45:00.001-07:00

Are you looking for great party favors? Gifts Define is all about cute, handmade and unique gifts. I originally found this site through Real Simple magazine and totally fell in love with the little animals. I love the colors and how everything looks baby-ish. They don't just make kid party favors...after a little more research, I found they had a section for weddings as well. The whole site and idea is too fun to pass up!

Bella Dia

2009-08-02T19:20:00.001-07:00

Who knew fabric panels could be so beautiful? I love the colors used here by Bella Dia; she provides an awesome How To if you want to try at home. This would make a great addition to any art room.

Just Lovely

2009-08-02T18:43:00.000-07:00

My friend Caitlin created this beautiful blanket for our friend Laura's baby shower. Personalized with an 'A' for Athena, Caitlin made great use of bold colors as well as the frog print to make a whimsical and fun gift. Great job!

Silhouette Blue

2009-07-31T09:20:00.000-07:00

Silhouette Blue was founded in 2006 by Megan Nutley. They specialize in stationary and invitations for various occasions. The simplicity and use of color makes the silhouettes pop right off of the screen. Just lovely! Silhouette Blue can also be found on Etsy.com.

The Happy Acorn

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Another awesome find! This "Breakfast Time" clock was created by The Happy Acorn. Their shop can be found on Etsy.com (a site I love) and just opened this month! Consisting primarily of items made out of clay, this shop has tons of cute little creations. This clock is by far on my list of faves.

Welcome to Eye Candy Corner!

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From great ideas come inspiration for others and Eye Candy Corner is the place to go to explore these wonderful creations. This blog will feature everything new, exciting and eye-catching, and will serve as a diary of fabulous finds that inspire me for future projects. For those of you who have found me through my original Baked by Joanna blog, thanks for following me here; for those of you who only know me for this site, please take the time to visit me at the link above. I hope you enjoy all future posts!

My first featured artist is Amy Atlas. She is the owner of Amy Atlas Events and is known for unique dessert bars. Amy has been featured in InStyle Weddings as well as Food & Wine. I love her girly and whimsical spreads and how she makes everything look so clean and almost symmetrical. Very cool and inspiring.