Friday, March 29, 2013

I'm Diggin' Jonathan Adler

The newest Jonathan Adler catalog came in the mail today & it ROCKS. He's got all these cool brass home decor items & my favorite (by far) is this Etagere from the Jacques Collection. Unreal. If I had the BIG bucks, I'd probably buy it now... Anyway, truth be told, GOLD is still VERY MUCH in.  ...

SHOEMINT GIVEAWAY WINNERS!!

Hi everyone!! Thank you for entering my Shoemint Giveaway! The giveaway has closed, and the winners were chosen via Random.org. Below are the winners, who should've received an email from both MadeByGirl and Shoemi...

Design: Snakeskin + Magenta

Hi MadebyGirl readers!  Sam here, with another home decor post.  Lately I have been crushing on a new chic combo for the home- bold magenta and snakeskin.  I have always felt that animal prints can serve as neutral tones, and work well mixed in with bold colors.  I've been on the...

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Thank You!

Just wanted to introduce you all to an online magazine called Roco Mag - and say thank you to Vanessa Adao for displaying my gold love print in her pretty apartment! Check out the mag here! Enjoy! -images via roco ...

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Fashion: Black + White Trend

Hi everyone!  It's Kat from With Love From Kat.  I hope you're all enjoying my fashion posts!  This week I wanted to get back to basics and talk about wearing black and white.  This color combo is classic, flattering, and chic.  If you're ever stumped on what to wear - resort...

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

New at MBG: Canvas Totes

For the handbag obsessed.. how adorable are these designer inspired canvas tote bags new at MadeByGirl?! They're perfect for days when you're dressed super casually, or even for grocery shopping! And what's even better, is that they're now available on MadeByGirl shop!  My favorite is the Louis...

Totally Cute Jewelry by Jill Golden

For all you girls who love jewelry, you have to check out Jill Golden if you haven't heard of her yet. All of her pieces are handmade right here in New York City, and are inspired by her travels around the world. Below are a few of my favorite pieces, aren't these all so unique and beautifully...

Monday, March 25, 2013

Food: Spring Tarts

I love the official start of Spring was a couple days ago, but I'm usually ready much earlier, like around March 1st--how about you? Lauren here, and today I'm back with a recipe that looks and tastes like spring. Light and flaky pastry dough, lemon- and thyme-flavored ricotta, asparagus, peas, and...

Friday, March 22, 2013

New iPhone Cases!

New iPhone cases are up at MadeByGirl! They're all cases made from Cocoa & Hearts original paintings! I've added 2 abstract designs, as well as my current favorite, Colors 223 with emerald! ...

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Pants Trend

I'm really loving this black & white pants trend. Have you seen it? Today's Goop email had Gwyneth Paltrow in this super cute outfit with my favorite Rag & Bone pants - so I decided to create my own look based on her outfit.  I thought a more casual, but similar style would be best...

Design: Brass + Beige

Hi lovely MBG readers! Amanda here today, with a look into two of this year's home decor trends - brass and beige. As we know that emerald green has made its statement in home decor, the beige trend predicted by Elle Decor was a surprise as beige can be bland and boring. But it is in for the Spring...

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

ShoeMint Giveaway

Hi everyone! Today I have an amazing giveaway for my readers*! ShoeMint has contacted me and wanted to give away a pair of shoes to 3 of my readers!! Haven't heard of ShoeMint before? It's a free, member's-only website with personalized style recommendations with new styles added every month based on...

Monday, March 18, 2013

TEMPAPER DESIGN

Welcome back! Hope you all had a fantastic weekend. Have you ever heard of Tempaper Design? How amazing are these REMOVABLE wallpapers?! I think when most people hear "wallpaper" they think of grandma's house.. but these are the total opposite! They're trendy & makes any space look chic! I...

Sunday, March 17, 2013

FOOD: SWEET PEA SOUP WITH TARRAGON

Hi Everyone!  Alison here from Heart of Gold Luxury this weekend & I'm very excited to share with you a recipe that will make you crave spring! Plus, it's perfect to try for today on St. Patrick's Day! During the cold winter months, I crave hearty soups and stews -  meals that will warm...

Friday, March 15, 2013

Design: Lucite Love

Hello MBG readers! It's Friday - the weekend has come. With that said, let's talk about....  LUCITE: (lu-cite, /ˈlo͞oˌsīt/, n.) A solid transparent plastic made of polymethl methacrylate. Who'd have guessed plastic could be so classy? It's Katie here from H2 Design & I don't know about you,...

HGTV Magazine!!

Awesome to spot my Deeply Madly in Love print in the newest HGTV magazine. It's featured in Roxy Owens NYC apartment - she's from Shop Society Social! For the entire tour you'll have to pick up the issue - should be out this Tuesday! -image via HGTV magaz...

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Newest Cocoa & Hearts iPhone Cases

With new Cocoa & Hearts paintings in the works - I wanted to let you guys know that most of my iPhone cases are at MadeByGirl. Here are the colors we have available right now. We're hoping to add more colors soon!ALSO....Please let us know if you see a style or design you'd like to from my Cocoa...

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Food: Coconut & Peanut Butter Date Truffles

Hey guys! Its Teann from Teann Ingram Photography. Do you ever have days where you need a pick-me-up snack? Those mid afternoon yawns are such a drag. Most turn to coffee or pop to awaken the mind but I find I feel way better when I eat something instead. These Date Truffles are just the snack to keep...

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Challenges of Apartment Living

Renting a New York City apartment has it's ups & downs.  I LOVE living in Manhattan - but renting has 'DECORATING limitations'. It's been strange not being able to do major DIY projects or paint a wall or two - without the thought of having to paint it back when we move. Sometimes the apartment...