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It’s All in the Details

22 Friday Jul 2011

Posted by theanthropologieconnoisseur in Inspired Stylings

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9to5 Chic, anh, anthro, anthropologie, Arts, bangle, blog, blogger, Blouse, chic, clothes, clothing, fashion, heels, inspired styling, leifsdottir, Origami, Paper, Pencil skirt, Shoe, Skirt, style, styling

I’ve got a just-because-I-felt-like-it styling for you today! Have a look: 

Colchester Jacket – $118

Ottomon Poppies Tank – $178

Yumi Skirt (navy) – $88

Tack Room Platforms – $498

Transatlantic Bag – $228

Euclidean Bangles – $38

This is one chic look. Although, overall, it may seem simple, this look is really all in the details. The pencil skirt is spiced up with some origami-like detailing; the top has such cute, subtle cut-outs (see picture below); the bag has delicate topstitching; and the bracelet is really a bunch of bangles with different shapes. It’s small things like this that add an unbelieveable amount of interest to an otherwise simple – in basic silhouette – look. And even with those details, this look still maintains a classic feel.

(notice the cut-outs?!)

*I know I’ve said this before with other stylings, but can’t you see Anh rocking a look like this?!

Have a great weekend! Any fun plans?!

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Chic DIY Notepad How-To

15 Friday Jul 2011

Posted by theanthropologieconnoisseur in DIY Projects

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anthro, anthropologie, baking, chic, Cooking, diy, Do it yourself, Industrial Goods and Services, notepad, Paper, Shopping, style

Today’s the day! That is, I’m going to share with you my completed baking notes project, complete with a how-to so that you can make your own version (they don’t have to be baking notes…they could be anything…even a plain pad of paper!). Let’s start at the beginning though, shall we?

A few days ago I fell for some “baking notes” on Anthro’s website:

At $7.50, while they weren’t crazy expensive – especially for Anthro(!) – I decided I’d rather create my own so I could tweak the content. Plus, this way I could have a never-ending supply, always able to print some more out! And who doesn’t like a little DIY fun too (with NO trips to the store!)?!

I then shared with you the design for the sheets:

(length=about a computer paper sheet’s length; width=just under four inches)

Next, I gave you a sneak peak of the finished product:

Well, are you ready to see how to I got to that finished state (and see some more pictures of the end result)?! Let’s get started!

*note: some pictures have their color altered (darkened/dulled in all cases) to best allow the text to be readable*

  • Create your design for your baking notes, or whatever you wish your pad of paper to be. You can make the design any shape you wish.
  • Gather your materials:
  • Staple sheets in sets of 5, so as to not make them too thick for cutting later on (the staples themselves will hold the sheets together while you cut, with the purpose of getting equal sized sheets, without having to cut them all individually):
  • Measure out and draw cutting lines to create the size of the baking notes you want:
  • Cut on lines:
  • Note: By cutting in stacks of 5, you will hopefully get clean lines on all sheets. You should get about equal size too. You can always trim some too, if need be.
  • Measure how wide you need your folder to be. I had mine cut to about 5 1/2 inches (so 11 inches in width when the folder is not folded), 1 1/2 inches wider than the baking notes. Cut.
  • Cut off the “folder” part of the folder:

  • Glue the left long edge of the baking notes with the hot glue, as shown (glue all of the sets of 5 together, so you’re left with one complete stack):

  • Laying out the fabric on your folder for guidance, cut to size (there should be about 1/4 inch-1/2 inch on the top and bottom of the folder):
  • optional step: With a zig zag stitch, sew the raw edges on the bottom of the top so that the two layers become one. This will make for a neater finished edge in the next step.
  • Glue the raw edges neatly inwards to the inside of the folder. You could leave as is, or, to make it a bit more pretty, cover the seam with some sort of trim, ribbon, or buttons:
  • Glue in the notes in the center fold of the inside of the folder.
  • You’re done!

Not including the time it took me to create the design for the baking notes, this project took under 1 1/2 hours (and that was with me figuring out what I was going to do along the way). That means that for not much time, you get a great result!

The above photo is of my first entry in the journal! In the case you can see that the “heavenly” box is checked for taste and the “yes! (and often!!)” box is checked in response to the question “make again?”, I’m guessing you’re wondering what it  is that I made and had such rave reviews for…Salt-N-Pepper Cookies from one of my beloved Baked cookbooks! Seriously, these sandwich cookies were divine, with just the right amount of kick, and a filling resembling an Oreo’s filling, but better! If you are looking for a cookbook – heck, even if you’re not! – I truly recommend these two books (huge recommendation!!!!)! They’re Amazon links are here and here (the dark cookies on the cover of the second cookbook link are the Salt-N-Pepper Cookies). And no, I was not paid to write this…I seriously adore these cookbooks with all of my heart. Everything I’ve made from them has been to die for. Okay, side tangent over.

Anyway, I really am quite pleased with how my baking notes came out – they’re personalized to my taste/needs and I can’t wait to continue using them!

Should you have any questions about the process of making them, please feel free to ask me in the comments or by email (theanthropologieconnoisseur@gmail.com). And if, by chance, you make your own version, please tell me about them! I’d love to hear (and see pictures if you feel like it!)!

Bologna, a Studio, and a Blueberry Pie Milkshake (gasp!)

06 Wednesday Jul 2011

Posted by theanthropologieconnoisseur in Mid-Week Pick-Me-Ups: Internet Musings

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anthro, anthropologie, baking, blog, bloggers, blueberry, Blueberry pie, bologna, book, chic, clothes, clothing, Cooking, creative, designer, dessert, europe, fashion, Food, France, Home, homemade, Ice cream, inspiration, Italy, jessica quirk, mid-week pick-me-up, New Zealand, Oscar de la Renta, pasta, photography, pie, publish, ravioli, recipe, studio, travel, what i wore

Take a look at what I’ve found around this web this week in our mid-week pick-me-up:

Thanks to Hannie deciding to have guest posts while on holiday (aka vacation, but holiday sounds oh, so much more romantically beautiful!), I’ve discovered this great blog. Mara has great style and loves to bake too!

My mouth is watering after seeing all of these gorgeous photos of food (dessert & ravioli…mmm!) in Bologna, Italy. Dakota is a photographer, and, man, does his talent show through! I’m hooked to his blog now too – he moved from New Zealand to France and now travels all over Europe! Sounds like a dream life!

Shermineh contacted me about a month ago in need of ideas for styling the Sailboat Skirt (to see that styling request, head here). Well, guess what?! She started her own blog! This outfit has got me swooning too – the hat, shorts, shoes…ahh! Funky sophistication at its best!

This look into Kelly’s studio, where, as she puts it, “the magic happens” (regarding her jewelry!!!), was fascinating. Such a beautiful creative environment! (And her rug is from Anthro!)

A BIG congratulations is in order for Jessica, who just celebrated the release of her book yesterday! What an accomplishment!

There are just no words to describe how wonderful these pictures of behind the scenes at Oscar de la Renta are. Awe-inspiring. Stunning.

Let’s do some math, shall we? A huge slice of blueberry pie + salted caramel ice cream + whole milk + malted milk powder (optional, of course) + whipped cream + salted caramel sauce + a few blueberries = the most delicious looking Blueberry Crumb Pie Milkshake! Goodness, gracious…oh, how I wish I could have a sip of it!

That wraps up this week’s finds! I know it seemed rather short this week…I think with the long holiday weekend, blogging, in general, was a bit more sporadic for many. Next week will hopefully be longer!

What are you loving from these particular pulls? And what special links have you found recently? Please share!

(*note: All pictures used belong to the sources from which they were pulled.*)

Loving!

23 Saturday Apr 2011

Posted by theanthropologieconnoisseur in Lust Items

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9-to-5 chic, anthro, anthropologie, chic, clothing, fashion, Footwear, personal style, Shoe, Shopping, style

Tack Room Heels ($148) and Tack Room Platforms ($498)

Aren’t both these pairs of shoes to die for?! Simply stunning?! They both, although the second pair in particular, remind me of the personal style of Anh (of 9to5 Chic) . If you’ve never checked out her blog, you’re in for a treat. Really. And truly, chic is the word to describe her style!

But anyway…back to the shoes:  I didn’t even realize it at first, but the names of these pairs of shoes are nearly identical…the only difference is that one pair is called “heels” and the other “platforms.” Yet, even with this small difference, their price difference is unbelievable…as in a $350 difference! I’m not sure if they’re designed by the same company or not…but isn’t this a bit strange?!

And by the way, just as a reminder, tomorrow I leave for vacation. Don’t fear though…I have posts set to go for every single day I’m gone! To read more about the series you’ll be reading, go on over here! And even though I won’t be able to respond immediately, I do hope you’ll feel free to comment, as always! Thanks!

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