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Thursday, June 12, 2014
stamps and lists
It's like my favorite things... making to do lists and stamps!
Find it for $15 at asensiblehabit on Etsy
Find it for $15 at asensiblehabit on Etsy
Monday, April 07, 2014
Cat update!
I don't get to talk much about our cats - and since coming back after Christmas break, they've been a little distant and hiding upstairs. It was frustrating to say the least. However, over the past two weeks they've finally come back around to giving and accepting love from us and sniffs from Yogi. It's great. They're so fun and curious, playful and cool.
Last Friday we had our guest bedroom (which holds the bed they hide under, aka: their safe zone) skim coated by some painting professionals. It left a fine dust on the walls and after a day of giving them access to it, Marco's eye flared up (it does this every couple of months, for mostly no reason) and almost swelled shut. We decided to close off the room until we could wipe it down, clean it up, and paint it. So for a week they had to live without their safe zone. They did amazingly well! A big credit to Yogi for not going ape-shit-crazy finding the cats out of their normal hiding place - he held it together, casually sniffing and stepping back and no barking! And the cats thoroughly enjoyed their cat tree next to the window, bathing in all the pacific northwest sunshine.
We've found that when we act cool and non-reactive or overbearing, that Yogi and the kitties also act with some more calm and collected reactions. We used to excessively treat yogi for not eating them, and he probably had no idea why he was being rewarded and instead got super excited that he was getting treats and took that energy back to the cats, which were less enthusiastic about it. Now we acknowledge when he's being a "Good Dog" and ask him to "leave it" or "who's that?" when a cat comes up to him. He does a lot of waiting, like when we are scooping out the cat food behind the baby gate, and knows that he'll get a treat if he stays calm.... a treat that comes at the end of all this waiting.
My favorite cat things lately:
I'm by no means a professional, licensed trainer - these are all my opinions from experience. When in doubt, find a positive reinforcement trainer in your area - they're usually amazing and can quickly solve any problem.
Last Friday we had our guest bedroom (which holds the bed they hide under, aka: their safe zone) skim coated by some painting professionals. It left a fine dust on the walls and after a day of giving them access to it, Marco's eye flared up (it does this every couple of months, for mostly no reason) and almost swelled shut. We decided to close off the room until we could wipe it down, clean it up, and paint it. So for a week they had to live without their safe zone. They did amazingly well! A big credit to Yogi for not going ape-shit-crazy finding the cats out of their normal hiding place - he held it together, casually sniffing and stepping back and no barking! And the cats thoroughly enjoyed their cat tree next to the window, bathing in all the pacific northwest sunshine.
We've found that when we act cool and non-reactive or overbearing, that Yogi and the kitties also act with some more calm and collected reactions. We used to excessively treat yogi for not eating them, and he probably had no idea why he was being rewarded and instead got super excited that he was getting treats and took that energy back to the cats, which were less enthusiastic about it. Now we acknowledge when he's being a "Good Dog" and ask him to "leave it" or "who's that?" when a cat comes up to him. He does a lot of waiting, like when we are scooping out the cat food behind the baby gate, and knows that he'll get a treat if he stays calm.... a treat that comes at the end of all this waiting.
My favorite cat things lately:
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| cats tote bag - $16 |
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| Oversized cat tote bag - $30 |
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| Cat cave - $80 |
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| toddler "right meow" tank top |
I'm by no means a professional, licensed trainer - these are all my opinions from experience. When in doubt, find a positive reinforcement trainer in your area - they're usually amazing and can quickly solve any problem.
Sunday, December 15, 2013
What's on my wish list
I fancy myself a creative, do-it-myself person with a passion for structure and clean lines.
Here's what I have on my wish list to capture all the parts of me:
For the get-out-and-explore side:
White Moustache Food Tours (Seattle, Portland, Vancouver BC)
Little Show of Horrors theatre show
A night out at the ballet to see Sleeping Beauty
For the hands on side:
Flour sack towels to practice my fabric stamp printing on
The Kreg Rip-cut tool for smooth, even lines when cutting
A Step-by-Step Guide to Upholstery Guide so I can finally conquer all the furniture!
For the "loves to shop small-business" side:
White planter pot with hanger $42
Anything black bears, like this print $12
Unique, cute printed cloth napkins $43
a bold, new necklace
Or a print of one of my favorite cities (I already have seattle and pittsburgh!)
For the practical, meal-planner side:
an everything mac + cheese cookbook
or an easy breakfast for dinner guide
For the needs-pampered side:
Gift cards for SpaFinder, Coffee Shop, or my favorite hair place!
Here's what I have on my wish list to capture all the parts of me:
For the get-out-and-explore side:
White Moustache Food Tours (Seattle, Portland, Vancouver BC)
Little Show of Horrors theatre show
A night out at the ballet to see Sleeping Beauty
Flour sack towels to practice my fabric stamp printing on
The Kreg Rip-cut tool for smooth, even lines when cutting
A Step-by-Step Guide to Upholstery Guide so I can finally conquer all the furniture!
White planter pot with hanger $42
Anything black bears, like this print $12
Unique, cute printed cloth napkins $43
a bold, new necklace
Or a print of one of my favorite cities (I already have seattle and pittsburgh!)
For the practical, meal-planner side:
an everything mac + cheese cookbook
or an easy breakfast for dinner guide
Williams-Sonoma Goldtouch Nonstick 3-Piece Cookie Bakeware Set
For the needs-pampered side:
Gift cards for SpaFinder, Coffee Shop, or my favorite hair place!
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Friday, July 19, 2013
Seattle Craft Fair - Recap
Twice a year, I trek down to Seattle Center and support my local artisans at the Urban Craft Uprising Fair. Each year, the show grows and gets more diverse and I am constantly impressed at what crafters, makers, creators, and builders are able to do. The show is well curated, and there's never an niche that's too overpopulated. There were homegoods, handbags, ice cream, jewelry, toys, clothes, posters, prints, and many many more.
Here is what I walked away with:
Didn't buy, but definitely staying on my radar:
Here is what I walked away with:
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| Laura Berger - bought two prints, will buy more! |
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| SNASH Jewelry - double ring $70 |
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| Graphic Anthology - Bought this and another simple print |
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| Marshall's Haute Sauce Gift Pack - $25 |
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| LunaSol - necklace $45 |
Didn't buy, but definitely staying on my radar:
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| A Summer Afternoon - wooden toys |
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| AMiRA Jewelry - necklace $68 |
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| Tako Fibers kit from Assemble Shop |
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| Square City Maps - Archie's Press |
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Birthday Wish List
Gah, I love having a summer birthday!
Mine's a month out from now, so it would be a good idea to start looking for a birthday gift! Here's a good place to start:
Mine's a month out from now, so it would be a good idea to start looking for a birthday gift! Here's a good place to start:
Maybe something QUIRKY
like a carnivorous terrarium from Peperjack Home?
Maybe something STUNNING
like a pear shaped ring or a gold statement
Maybe something USEFUL
like a ceramic knife or camera strap
Maybe something to ADMIRE
Maybe something FANTASTIC
Maybe something SEXY
like a new pair of heels
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
for the love of stamps
I have such a hard time resisting anything:
This time is no exception. How perfect would these stamps be for your wedding invitations?! The stamp adds a lot of character and charm! (and very inexpensive too!)
Find more at Paper Pastries.
Find stock paper at Paper Source
stamps. typography. or letterpress.
This time is no exception. How perfect would these stamps be for your wedding invitations?! The stamp adds a lot of character and charm! (and very inexpensive too!)
Find more at Paper Pastries.
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| Custom Hand lettered Wedding Invitation - $125 |
Find stock paper at Paper Source
Monday, March 11, 2013
Yarn Wreaths
A pretty, easy way to brighten up your front door...
...or completing a color palette to your room
...or adding a cute, feminine touch of flowers and color to any room!
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| ItzFitz - $45 |
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| Little Lamb Workshop - $30 |
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| FeltbyNature - $25 |
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| knockknocking - $60 |
Friday, February 22, 2013
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
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