We’re Loving: Pages from my Moleskin

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Jessica

Ella, creator of Melbourne-based art and design blog, Pages from my Moleskin, just signed up for Directory B last week and we’re already smitten. Her writing style has an almost calming effect, her point of view intriques, her content is fresh and inspiring… and let’s not get started on the architectural eye candy that floods her pinterest. Add a cute theme from from Blog Milk to the mix and this chick from down under has found a winning combination – seriously, check her out.

PAGES FROM MY MOLESKINE

Description: The diaries of an architect with a penchant for all things clever & beautiful. Covers all things design.
Categories: Art, Design
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Twitter: @moleskinepages

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In the News: Time to Get Punky in the May Papercut Mag!

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Jessica

As many of you may know, we occasionally post over on Papercut Mag in a little column called “Blog to Watch” – showcasing even more blog we’re loving. This month’s Papercut issue, Sustainable, not only lands on Papercut’s 2nd birthday (woot congrats guys!) but also features an article by yours truly about one of our favorite bloggers, Punky Style (pg 38-39)!

You can view the issue over at Papercutmag.com or you can purchase the print version here soon. More great news – this is also their first ever fully-interactive digital edition meaning it will be available for purchase next week as an iPad app on iTunes and the App Store, chock full of extra goodies!

A seriously huge congrats to the team over at Papercut – the issue is beautiful and full of SO MUCH creativity and inspiration (as always)!!!

PUNKY STYLE

Description: Personal style blog of a vintage store owner.
Categories: DIY, Fashion, Lifestyle
Location: Boston, MA
Twitter: @punkystyle

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Blogger QA: FLUX. Boston

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Bheard

Today’s blogger QA holds a special place in our hearts. Both of us have been long-time fans of Liz’s art blog, FLUX. Boston, and were thrilled to help her with a redesign and revamp last year (which quickly became an excuse for weekly wine, pizza and gossip). Liz has an amazing curatorial skill and shines a light on Boston’s creative scene unlike anyone else. Covering exhibits, artist interviews, and her own personal inspiration, Liz has changed how many view art in her community – and we’re constantly impressed.

Read all about the history of FLUX., how Liz finally embraced 140 character limits and what she has in store next after the jump!

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The Artful Desperado Picks

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Gabe

Who:

  • Design Crush - apart from having hypochondriac pets and stalking professional mascots – Kelly Beall fills her blog with wonderful design finds, daily musings and even some design-y polls. Ah, yah!
  • Design Darling – 22 year old Mackenzie shows her eternal love for fashion and interior design through her colourful blog – she’s even opened up an online boutique with the same theme! Talk about branding.
  • Design Evolution - Darwin would’ve been so proud of Michelle – the gal behind the blog – for having so many pages dripping with inspiration…..that’s if he was into decor, mood boards and entertaining – which I’m sure he was, he just didn’t say it.

What can we learn from them?

Find your niche!

These fine ladies have found theirs. Just by reading the name of their blog you know the theme and the type of people that will mingle in there. It’s a total magnet for creative minds. You can do the same with your own blog, whatever your topic is.

Yes, there are more than 350+ million blogs in the world, but there are also more than a billion internet users. That’s A LOT of eyes looking for a place to hang out – cue: your blog! Take advantage of these giant stats and create a blog that speaks to your audience. Make it about something your’re good/expert at, that way you’ll always feel inspired to create original content, keeping it fresh and engaging. Trust me, always keep your niche in mind and soon enough you’ll jumping up and down because your blog has been featured on The Huffi for “Awesome blogs to follow”.

Happy blogging!

Gabe

DESIGN CRUSH

Description: An on-going love letter to the design community full of everything from art, to music, to products.
Categories: Art, Design, Food, Music
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Twitter: @designcrush

DESIGN DARLING

Description: A daily style blog with emphasis on fashion and interior design.
Categories: Design, Fashion, Lifestyle
Location: Darien, CT
Twitter: @mackenziehoran

DESIGN EVOLUTION

Description: This blog covers what’s new in interior design, follows my home renovation projects, and offers instructional diy projects that are easy enough for just about anyone. In addition to decor, posts will also include topics pertaining to entertaining any size crowd large or small.
Categories: Art, Design, DIY, Food, Design, Lifestyle
Location: Montclair, NJ
Twitter: @vertigodesign

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We’re Loving: How About Orange

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Christina

Chicago blogger Jessica Jones is a jack-of-all-trades. Graphic Design. Textile Design. And her blog How About Orange is a DYI haven, complete with Jessica’s project tutorials, resources, inspiration and ideas, and best of all? Printable Downloads for those of us who are ready to have at it and the guiltiest of guilty pleasures on a busy day, her Time Wasters feature which has everything from typography quizzes to wine glass labels (which we love!) to get lost in.

HOW ABOUT ORANGE

Description: How About Orange features craft tutorials, DIY projects, free downloads, decorating tips, and design inspiration from a graphic designer in favor of orange.
Categories: DIY, Design,
Location: Evanston, IL
Twitter: @howaboutorange
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Collab: Erika Johnson and Sarah Winchester (and more) for Rue Magazine!

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Jessica

So excited to see two of our fav local bloggers (and such dear friends) teaming up for a feature in Rue Magazine’s May issue! Erika of Radiant Republic took Rue on a tour of Boston shopping while Sarah of Sarah Winchester Studios snapped away. Congrats ladies, it looks great!

RADIANT REPUBLIC

Description: A lifestyle blog about interiors, style inspiration, and generally beautiful things.
Categories: Design, Fashion
Location: Boston, MA
Twitter: @radiantrepublic

SARAH WINCHESTER STUDIOS

Description: Photography, Fashion, inspiration, design
Categories: Art, Design, Fashion, Travel
Location: Boston, MA
Twitter: @sarah_w_studios

 

Another a fun surprise was seeing uber-talented Boston illustrator, PAPERFASHION (who you may remember from Gabe’s recent post) on the spread leading right before Erika and Sarah’s! Katie created two adorable illustrations for this month’s blogger side-by-side! Wedding blogs, Brooklyn Bride and 100 Layer Cake offered up some great tips!

PAPER FASHION

Description: Fashion Illustration Blog
Categories: Art, Design, Fashion, Music
Location: Boston, MA
Twitter: @paperfashion

BROOKLYN BRIDE

Description: Planning a modern wedding in a world of pink flowers and poofy dresses.
Categories: Wedding, Lifestyle
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Twitter: @brooklynbride

 

Another DB Blog spotting includes Elise of Pennyweight rocking a cute striped look from the Gap – ps, love the braid!

PENNYWEIGHT

Description: Pennyweight is a collection of inspiring, interesting or just plain lovely things by Elise Yetton. Here you will find a daily dose of design, fashion, interiors, music and more.
Categories: Art, Design, Fashion, Lifestyle, Music
Location: Nashville, TN
Twitter: @pennyweight

 

Check out the whole issue HERE!

I’m already looking forward to the next issue – and hope to see more amazing bloggers in there!

If you’re a blogger who’s collaborating with another awesome blogger, TELL US and we may just post it here!

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Shiny and New: Week of 4/27/12

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Bheard

A few of our favorite new blogs, just in time for the weekend:

ARTSOCIAL

Description: A blog dedicated to contemporary art, gangster crafts, and gallery hopping. Come hang out… you might find a new art crush.
Categories:  Art, Design, DIY
Location: Denver, CO
Twitter: @artsocialonline

BEYOND BEYOND

Description: Beyond Beyond is a UK an international wedding blog featuring amazing photography, design inspiration, and lots of lovely details.
Categories: Wedding
Location: London, United Kingdom
Twitter: @beyondbeyond365

KNEADLE AND BREAD

Description: A lifestyle blog featuring posts on lovely fashion, delicious foods, and swanky spaces.
Categories:  Fashion, Food, Lifestyle
Location: Boston, MA
Twitter: @GabiValladares

NICISEOUL

Description: Candid Photography and Videography – My name is Nicole Markhoff and I am a London based digital media creative who grew up in Mauritius & Germany and moved to South Korea in 2010. I love to capture special moments – no matter the medium, because in the end the best camera is the one that’s with you.
Categories: Art, Fashion, Lifestyle, Travel
Location: London, United Kingdom
Twitter: @nicolekathrin

PENCIL SHAVINGS STUDIO

Description: Color, beauty, and style in the everyday
Categories: Design, Fashion,Lifestyle
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Twitter: @rachshingleton

B featured here next week:

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We’re Loving: Globetrotter Diaries

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Bheard

Ok so Globetrotter Diaries makes us hungry. Very hungry. Based out of LA, best friends Karen and Valerie are inspired by, well, food – and have taken on a task to research, explore, and celebrate an amazing range of world cuisine. With beautiful photos, approachable recipes and great design, the two have created a blog worth savoring over.

Our favorite post? These ladies wrote an actual beginners’ guide to roasting a whole pig… that doesn’t make it seem like a terrible idea – impressed!

GLOBETROTTER DIARIES

Description: Globetrotter Diaries explores the culinary cultures around the world by researching and cooking local dishes. Based in Los Angeles, we are constantly inspired by the diversity of this city and of course, the food.Categories:  Food, Travel
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Twitter: @globetrottings

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