Angela Hamilton

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Home inspiration: living room update

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I’ve been ever so slowly collecting inspiration for a BIG living room revamp…

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I finally got around to creating this inspiration board to brainstorm a little before I start shopping. Earthy elements, native patterns, watercolors, bright whites, and a little hometown love… To be honest, I’ve never had a very cohesive style in my space. Just like with fashion, I jump around from one style to the next before deciding what I want, and when I do decide… I change my mind two months later. So when I revamp my apartment I want to add pieces that all have interest and honestly just make me happy! A lot of times I’ll shy away from mixing prints or pairing different designs, thinking that’s too much. But every good designer I’ve seen makes bold moves and combines unexpected elements, and even if I’m unsure – they always end up creating one amazing space. What is your home decor style? Can you sum it up or is it a mix too?

Etsy gift packaging

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Although I just ordered a few calling cards to pack with orders (about time!) I have tons of scrap paper and materials, so I did a little destash anyway and created a collection of handmade gift tags to put with online orders. It’s the easiest way to put a little personal touch on your packages, and it only takes an hour or two to knock out a month’s worth of orders.




To DIY your own gift tags, you’ll need:
Cardstock
Paper scraps (scrapbooking, old book pages, or colored paper)
Washi tape + stickers
Stamps + an ink pad
Yarn
Hole punch

The marketing part of me knows it’s pretty much never recommended to go for an entirely nonuniform look from one package to the next – but I do this with new gift tags, collections, photos, and everything else – so maybe there’s uniformity in the diversity? Sure. Happy gifting!

DIYs to add color to your home

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A quick update on life: Home decor/houseware DIYs are some of my favorites. That said, I haven’t had time to do anything to my apartment in a good two months. I have a full calendar of post ideas and DIYs to do myself that I want to share here, but it just so happens that IFM gets pushed to the bottom of the daily to-do. So, without any further excuses, I thought a few good ol’ roundup posts would help me get back on track, and inspire me they did!
There isn’t much I can do about these psuedo-neutral, nonwhite walls of mine (I even looked in the rental agreement for what the consequences of painting would be – it didn’t go well), so I use DIYs and decor was a way to brighten things up a bit. Pair these with some white furniture and any room is a bit more lively.
Easy DIY Clay Jewelry Dishes by Gaby @ Hello Natural
MUST do these ASAP.
DIY Tree Slab Side Table by Emily Henderson
One of these days there will be trees in my home.
DIY Watercolor Mugs by Poppytalk
All you need is a mug and some nail polish.
Already scheming up ways to use this colorful twine.
Think of the decor possibilities.
Now, all I need is some uninterrupted DIY time.. This weekend, perhaps?

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5 questions for: Blogger Jennifer of Earl Grey

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Happy Friday! I’m so so excited to begin this new blogger Q&A series on my blog! I’ve wanted to make if found, make. a space dedicated to sharing the perspectives of other bloggers and creatives for awhile now, and I finally decided to make it happen! Check back periodically (dates TBA) for brief interviews with other bloggers + small biz owners to gain insight into their work, get inspiration, and discover new websites. You can read my about page + this post for more info on how this idea came about.
Thanks to Jennifer of Earl Grey for helping me kick off this series!
Earl Grey is a crafty design blog and I think that sums it up pretty perfectly. I love seeing new posts on anything from DIY to blog design come up in my bloglovin’ feed! Jennifer has recently added posts dedicated to helping people customize their blogs. I actually just watched her Photoshop collage tutorial and it taught me a few shortcuts I hadn’t thought of yet!
1. Which post(s) has been your favorite to write?
One of my very favorite posts to write was my Intro to CSS + CSS Cheat Sheet post. I was kind of holding my breath when I published it because I didn’t know if people would be interested in it. It ended up being one of my most popular posts yet and it encouraged me to create more design-related posts.
 
2. How important is it to have a blog that fits into a certain category?
I think blogs can fit into multiple categories but there should always be an overall focus. If you have a main focus (design, the handmade lifestyle, travel, etc.), it becomes easier to share a variety of topics while keeping a cohesive feel.
3. What is the single best investment you’ve made in your blog?
E-courses! I don’t think I can choose just one. In the past few years, I have taken many courses and workshops to learn things about content development, blog customization, and photography. It’s wonderful being able to develop new (and relevant) skills without spending a ton of money. Some courses have been better than others but I have always learned something new that I was able to incorporate into my blog.
4. With all the blogs emerging every day, you think it’s still possible to organically grow a blog?
Yes! I have noticed that with each new blog that is created, another blog withers away. Sometimes I come across fantastic looking blogs and then I see that their last post was from a year ago. It’s really easy to get discouraged and feel like it’s taking forever to grow your blog (I feel that way all the time!), but if you stick with it and work towards improving your blog every day, I think you will definitely stand out in the end.
5. How does your blog life influence your “real” life?
My blog life influences my real life in such a valuable way. Since I’m always looking for inspiration, I feel like I am more aware of what’s around me. It has made me more adventurous and more appreciative of little things like color schemes, patterns, and typography.
Thanks for all the inspiration Jenn!

Summer succulents + working from home

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They may be a little dry, but these are the light of my little deck. It’s been in the 80s and 90s since who knows, so I can’t see planting anything else. I have a routine of working from my small patio set when the sun isn’t directly on it, and moving to my new workspace when it is. Gotta do something when you work from your own house everyday! With that and trying to go work from a cafe or some place new every week, I try to keep myself from going crazy in this little apartment. I know I shouldn’t complain, but I’ll sure be happy when it’s cooled off a little in the fall! Meanwhile, I’ll just take to Craigslist every now and then juuuust in case a beachfront apartment opens up in my price range. One day…
Do you ever work from home? Tips appreciated!

 

Ethical bags roundup: tote bags

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I admit that I’m known to abuse everyday purses by filling them up with my equipment, like cameras + laptops, and wearing them around town for months until the handles break. Not only that but I’m pretty bad about keeping those items in a case. Since I’m on the go all the time, I want a bag that will fit my laptop (and camera too would be a bonus!) safely, work as a handbag for everything else (wallet, keys, phone, the occasional snack…), not scream “laptop!” and hold up for months of daily use. Yes, it’s a huge must-have list. Finally, my most recent bag is just to its breaking point so I’m on the lookout for the next one. 
After couple hours combing through my bookmarks and things I’ve pinned, I found some great handmade + fair trade bags around the net. My favorites are the solid leather bag from Natasha Kraskin on Etsy and the Equinox Satchel at Moorea Seal. Decisions, decisions…
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