'From Jupiter' illustrated CD packaging

A year ago, I submitted a CD design for a band called, From Jupiter. My design won and I then had to design/illustrate the interior part of the album as well as the actual CD. Well, I kinda forgot about it for a few months and then followed up w/ the label's president. And, what do you know, I got this awesome present in the mail.















I tell ya, it feels good to see an actual product that is actually sold, to have your illustration work on it. It even is shrink-wrapped! Thanks Monica @ Third Eye Records and the guys of From Jupiter!

Settlin' in

It has been about 3 weeks since I moved in and things are starting to feel a little more homey. I am working on making my room a little sanctuary for myself. Being totally me, a total design freak, I made a mood board for what I want my room to look/feel like. If I don't have a set vision, I am soo all over the place and just buy stuff that is cute, but then it doesn't really mesh all together.

Anyways...here is my mental work in progress...bigger version on my flickr




I am refurbishing my existing dresser by painting it and replacing the knobs with ones I got from Anthropologie. I especially like the cute yellow bird! :)



I took these shots minutes before the movers arrived w/ all our stuff, so it looks really empty.



Peeking into our kitchen




My lovely large closet



View out of my window



Still gotta get a bookcase, hang art, and paint/put new knobs on my dresser...phew.

Michelangelo's first painting

My heart skipped a beat when I saw this feature article on NYTimes.com tonight. What is thought to be Michelangelo's first ever piece of art, let alone first painting, was recently bought by Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, TX and is now on view at the Met. This 'resurfaced' painting shows early signs of what Michelangelo developed into his aesthetic language: a distinguished palette and figures in motion showing their anatomy.


This article even stumped me! I took a Michelangelo class my Senior year where we analyzed all his works all the way from one of his known first sculptures, Madonna of the Steps, to his last piece, The Rondanini Pieta. We didn't even know about this piece of artwork when we were studying him! This is all very cool to me. I heart Michelangelo. I think I am going to have to see it before it leaves NYC in September.



Madonna of the Steps (what the world thought to be his 1st piece of artwork. This piece is 1 of 2 low relief sculptures Michelangelo completed during his apprenticeship at the school of Lorenzo de'Medici, the other sculpture is the Battle of the Centaurs).



Rondanini Pieta (the last sculpture that Michelangelo worked on until his death).

Bedroom Dreams

I've got another brand new bedroom to decorate and make my own for at least the next year. I am moving in this weekend! It has a great view of the East River and a huge closet, so of course, I am on the prowl looking for ideas.






2x3 amulet rug. Urban Outfitters. $18






Now I am a big advocate about NOT smoking, so these pretty ashtrays are for candy (Chris I've got you covered).

butlerandmaid. $12





graphic style lampshade. via drawflowers. $100.





masseyandrogers. $70.



Massey and rogers are great textile designers from the UK. I liked the bottom lampshade even more because it has a great handmade quality with the weaving. No price listed on their website.





Maybe this one for one day.... $1,280
Chandi Design

Spring Craves

I have an obsession with big floral prints & sweetheart necklines. They are so endearing for the spring/summer and can really punch up your mood with a simple change.
Pair w/ a jean jacket and you're ready to go.



love this minus the side bow, gotta customize it!



via badbabyvintage. $25.





i think the hat is better than the dress even!

via highlandandponce. $15 each dress.



I like the criss-cross empire waist. Very nice detail.



via butler and maid . etsy. $30



This skirt was one that had me at hello and it is already gone.

via whatcirca. already sold :(



This gold top is super cute, but think it would be kinda stuffy to wear on a hot day. Maybe it's more of a top to wear out at night when it cools down.

via CositasSeriasVintage. $23.

Wish me good luck unpacking today! xo

Home Sweet Home

I went home to Cleveland last weekend for my cousin Bridget's bridal shower. My mom has been planning her shower for about 2 months and really outdid herself. It was super nice to have all the ladies from the Kerwin side of the family get together and celebrate Bridget. Here are some highlights. More pictures of the weekend on my flickr.