I love Easter. I think it represents spring-time, renewal, flowers and chocolate. Who can argue with that? Last year we decorated eggs, which ended up being monsters and cross-bones from my step-sons, and this year won't be any different, but I wanted to share with you these graphic design inspired egg decorating tips and how-to from my favorite crafter, Martha Stewart.
...read moreI love success stories about stationery companies because it is such a competitive industry. With an annual revenue of $6.3 million, Knock Knock has the unique blessing of style, innovation, and solid branding. I have seen their products in Paper Source, Paper Trail and Paper Boy. in Chicago. Perfect for housewarming gifts, moving god-byes, thank yous with a twist.
...read more* Who are you? reveals your source of passion * What do you do? helps you focus and differentiate yourself from others * Why does it matter? leads to a bolder statement for your company....
...read moreI went to school at the Academy of Art University and University of San Francisco and graduated in '99. One of the best things I miss about San Francisco is it's AIGA Chapter. (and cheap pesto pizza on divisadero street) AIGA SF is hosting their 4th Design Week June 14-2o, 2010. So all of you oldies but goodies, keep your eyes peeled and get ready to rub elbows with other stylish designers and soak up eventful inspiration! For all of you Chicagoans, keep your ears open for AIGA Chicago's Design Week events coming to your town even sooner! Magic is in the
...read moreI love love love Pantone products, colors and the simply prestigious organization of the Pantone company and those swatch books! I think it is the type-A Capricorn personality in me shining through. Check out what I found on TheDieline.com, Pantone make-up!
...read moreWe are super excited to share two bits of news with you. * We have been working with a brick-and-mortar children furnishings and baby products store since fall of 2009 and they are just about ready to launch their first ever e-commerce site. We will share more details as the launch date approaches. * Lisa and her husband are expecting! We are "launching" a beautiful addition to our family in July.
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