crumbs bake shop & fun websites

I tried these cupcakes because it was someone's birthday at work. AMAzing! (and so little too.)
They have shops in New York, so when I go back, I have to stop there! I had a Raspberry Swirl mini cupcake. Yum! (and they have a cute website too.)





Crumbs Bake Shop

Also with fun websites I came across:

Peeps
Qdoba Game
My Delicous Page (bookmarking website with more of my favorite websites)

new favorite website!

A website to help you make pretty much anything awesome (with pictures and videos to help)!

My new favorite website! Instructables!

Also among my other favorites:

How Stuff Works
I Love Typography
Lostipedia, yes I am a huge LOST fan!

moma exhibit

I want to make something like this, but a little smaller since it was huge! They are all different pictures under glass and in what seems to be black book cloth with a backer.

And a close up..

icicles

We have a gigantic icicle on our house that kept growing..

and growing! HUGE!

moma

Recently I took a trip with Adam to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City to see the exhibit on Tim Burton. It was 4 floors of his sketches, sculptures, stills, movies, short films, props from movies, and 4 floors of it! Amazing! We have to go back because there was too much to see in one day. I HIGHLY suggest going before the end of the exhibition in April!!

This was the entrance to get into the exhibition on one of the floors.



This was in the lobby of the MoMA when you first walked in.



So after our walk around the exhibit we ventured into the MoMA Shop. So inspirational and so exciting to look at everything. These are the things on my wishlist (wink, wink!) One thing I do have to say, is not that I am getting married anytime soon but I totally wish you could register at Art Museums! Way more fun and interesting than Bed, Bath, & Beyond. (A few friends are getting married, so that is why I thought about it.)

Wishlist!:



Small Perpetual Calendar
Gideon Dagan, 2008

Gideon Dagan's original Perpetual Calendar was designed for MoMA in 1998. This new desktop version commemorates the 10th anniversary of his original design. To use, simply insert the stand to place the calendar on a desk and move the magnetic balls manually to mark the date and month. Made of injection-molded plastic and magnets.



I used to do this with grid paper and i would measure out everything so it fit when planning out my bedroom. I would highlight the edges so I could see them. They took my idea, but it is kinda way easier. (plus I didnt account for a rug or any of that)

Home Quick Planner

This kit includes everything needed to design, plan, and create floor plans for any house or apartment. Includes 700 precut, reusable peel-and-stick furniture and architectural symbols for every room in the house including the kitchen, study, bedrooms and bathrooms. Symbols include everything from tables and chairs to an extensive assortment of bathroom fixtures, doors, and outlets. The set also includes a 5,600 square-foot, 1/4-inch scale floor plan grid sheet, design details notes, and instructions.



Pig Cooking Lid, 2001

Made of soft silicone with a pig face in the center, this multipurpose lid can be placed directly over ingredients in a pot to help them cook evenly, releasing steam through the pig's snout. It can also be used to cover food in the microwave, and as a grip to open lids. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

Destination: Japan is a MoMA-exclusive product collection highlighting lifestyle products from Japan.



Outline Vase
Yuko Tokuda, 2006

A novel interpretation of the classic vase, this porcelain "outline" of the familiar shape creates an interesting floral display and gives the admirer a framed, new perspective. Hand-wash only.



Index Chopping Boards
Damian Evans, 2007

These four color-coded polypropylene chopping boards are designed to avoid cross-contamination of various food types: red/raw meat, white/cooked foods, blue/fish, green/vegetables. The boards are stored in an ABS plastic horizontal filing unit with a non-slip rubber bottom. Boards are dishwasher safe.



I love this! And at the museum it came in mint & red, I believe.

Vin Eau Carafe
Scott Henderson, 2005

With two drinking cups that store conveniently in its open top, the "Vin Eau" Carafe is perfect for wine or water. The carafe features flowing lines and a cleverly integrated handle. Dishwasher safe. Made of porcelain.



I think this is an awesome concept!

Less Lamp
Jordi Canudas, 2006
An innovative design concept, the Less Lamp is a sealed lamp shade made of plaster. In order to use, the lamp must be "broken" to release the light within. The lamp's included pickaxe is used to crack the lamp's shell, allowing the user to decide on the appearance and position of the lamp's holes and the direction of its light emission. Uses one standard incandescent light bulb (not included).



River Stones Bowl
Riccardo Marzi, 2006

A complement to the popular stone platter, this generously sized, food-safe serving bowl features hand-picked natural river stones suspended in clear resin, replicating their native underwater appearance. Hand-wash only; not for microwave.



Conceal Bookshelf
Miron Lior/Umbra Design Group, 2007

This wall mounted shelf designed by a Pratt Institute student becomes invisible behind a stack of books. Accommodates up to 15 lbs. Books can be stacked up to 16". Mounting hardware included.

Some fun things..

To keep myself organized, especially with bills, I made myself these ever so exciting bill sheets. I just fill out what bills I have to pay with the amount and the pay date. When I have paid them, I write next to it how much I have paid on that bill and when i paid it. But also... it's pretty fun because I can color it!

I recycled my coloring book calendar images, but sometimes that's the best to create new ideas and reinvent what the image is or used for. Feel free to print these out to use for your records!







White Elephant Party flyer to add what food, drink, or supplies you are bringing. I just love that elephant!



Fun cupcakes that you can write stuff in.

online greeting cards

Recently I designed a few online greeting cards for work to be posted on facebook for our fans. Here are a few options that I created for the holiday card. The one that was chosen to be posted was the gold present that reads "Happy Holidays!"



To celebrate the New Year, a new online greeting card was made! The fireworks were a fun graphic to make.



For the most recent holiday greeting card was for Valentine's Day. I wanted to create something fun and colorful without the all of the mushy gooshy stuff.



* These are examples of my work that I have done at A.C. Moore. The use is only to show my design skills and strengths. It is forbidden to use to sell or for other use outside of portfolio work. Thank you for understanding!

coloring book calendar!

Just for fun I created a coloring book calendar. Everyone needs a little color in their life, so why not express yourself every month! Have contests with your friends on whose color combination is the best or match it to a different room in the house every month.

Feel free to print out the month you are in to decorate your office, cube, home, or just for fun. Go color crazy!