by A. Jarrett on December 14, 2009

When my daughter was about seven years old, she asked me one day what I did at work. I told her I worked at the college – that my job was to teach people how to draw.
She stared at me, incredulous, and said “You mean they forget?”
~Howard Ikemoto
by A. Jarrett on December 12, 2009




I absolutely love the simplicity in Bridgett’s work!
Perideau Designs offers stationary for the modern soul. I am inspired by the clean lines and wonderful colors in Bridgett’s work. Sending a handwritten note on custom stationary, or adding a beautiful tag to holiday gifts and presents are such wonderful gestures.
Please visit Perideau Design’s etsy shop and blog for more inspiration!
by A. Jarrett on December 9, 2009

Please visit my photo blog for a special holiday giveaway. Enter for chance to win one of my 2010 Desktop Calendars!
The drawing will be held on Saturday, December 12. Good luck!
by A. Jarrett on December 1, 2009




I’ve been waiting for Mary, one of my favorite photographers, to open up a shop for a while now! Her photography is so beautiful! She has teamed up with Karey and opened T. Ruffles – offering beautiful prints and inspiring words.
And if you have been a reader of this blog, you know how much I love inspiring words and images!
Please visit T. Ruffles – a creative confectionery.
by A. Jarrett on November 30, 2009





Are you inspired by these fruit shaped sticky notes? I sure am. I want to stop using those regular post it notes right now!
Kudamemo by the Japanese company D-Bros.
by A. Jarrett on November 26, 2009

It’s hard to wait around for something you know might never happen.
But it’s even harder to give up when you know it’s everything you want.
~Author Unkown
via Hello Sweet World
by A. Jarrett on November 22, 2009




How adorable are these prints by Sharon Montrose? And YES, they are real, live animals that live in animal sanctuaries and rescue organizations.
I am inspired by the simplicity of these images. You don’t need much more when your models are as adorable as these animals! I picked my favorite three prints here – find your own favorites over at Sharon’s etsy shop.
Sharon Montrose Website + Blog
by A. Jarrett on November 19, 2009


Jenilyn makes the most beautiful clocks! Each one is either limited edition, or one-of-a-kind. Are they not the cutest? I don’t think I’ll ever look at a plate the same way again!
Please visit the Faire Houre etsy shop and blog.
by A. Jarrett on November 15, 2009
by A. Jarrett on November 13, 2009





Lucy is so incredibly talented and creative. Her blog, { a black pepper } is definitely a source of inspiration for me. It’s as if I slip into her world when I read her posts – and what a beautiful, calm, and creative world she shares with us.
Not only are her pictures amazing, but she knits and designs beautiful garments and hats. The images of her creations make me what to learn to knit! I am inspired by her talent and the love that radiates from her blog.
And lucky for us – Lucy also has a handknit design gallery, where you’ll find a list of her designs and patterns. For more of her gorgeous photography, please see her photography blog, under baobab. And if you would like to purchase her work, please head over to her etsy shop!