Blog Envy: Ps I Made This...

Every week or so I come across a fabulous blog idea that I can't help but envy!! There are such amazing, out of this world bloggers occupying the cyberspace... what can lil' ol me say or do except feature them in this new section...
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One of the first ever blogs that I started following was Ps: I Made This... Erica Domesek is nothing short of a genius in my mind. Not only is her blog fabulous... the DIY ideas shared are always stunning and easily doable. I have to admit I don't have a DIY bone in my body hence my following is limited to the RSS feed and extreme envy that follows each time she posts, but I do highly recommend checking her blog out whether you're into crafting or not!

Inspired by Art - Amina Ansari

Etro Dress, Burberry Wedges, Jade Tribe Weekender, Chan Luu Beaded Strap Bracelet, Friss & Company Bangle Set, Gio Barnardes Earrings

Amina Ansari, studied at Central Saint Martins, London College of Printing, in London, UK and National College of Arts in Lahore, Pakistan. She is currently painting these days, teaching and also working the on a project, re. getting the Art being exposed from Pakistan to London and America.


To find out more about Amina Ansari: Click

Blog Tips: Retro Effect for your Pictures

I am fortunately or unfortunately one of those people who haven't quite let go of their BlackBerry love just as yet... Which essentially means I am on and off compromising on the more fun features an Iphone tends to offer... The only app so far on an iphone which gets me envious enough to actually want to switch is 'Instagram' I am just absolutely in LURVE with the retro picture effects and would am dying to generate original images for my blog using the app. If you're like me then here is the Semi Solution:

ORIGINAL IMAGE

1. PIXLR

RETRO USING PIXLR 

I cannot express enough how much I LOVE this website. Well to start with, you can use this service either on the web or download it to your computer... I did both! The effects are all current and hugely creative. You can spend hours working with your pictures...

Happy Weekend :))

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Baby Daddy is coming back in 30 minutes from his whirlwind HongKong Trip... Can't believe how long the last week seemed. Here is wishing you all love and togetherness this weekend. xx

If you missed out on any of the posts this week, Don't forget to send some loving over the weekend :))

This week we:
- Watched our Favourite TV Shows
- Made some quick and dirty finger food for a small gathering
- Fell in love with Etsy Chalkboards

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Etsy Interiors - Chalkboards

In this day and age of White Boards and Erasable Markers all I ask for is a grubby chalk board to organize my life with!!

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Recipe: Simple Finger Food

So, it was Baby Daddy's Birthday last week!! Woohoo... While normally we invite all our friends over, this year we kept it a little too small... essentially, any of our friends who has asked to drop in, we just gave them a time to swing by so we could manage it all with minimum effort - yes, I've become that lazy!!

I've hounded the internet for recipes for some finger food, yes true to my usual habit I googled 'SIMPLE finger food' and following is what I decided...

1. Black Bean and Goat Cheese Dip

Click here for the Recipe

2. Cheese Platter

The 'Somewhat' Daily Diary - Whats on the Idiot Box

So, I've never really been a TV Buff... Always had a show or two that I follow and I stick to them, but earlier in my First Trimester, when I got bed bound I had no choice but to turn to the Idiot Box. As a result, I was updated on pretty much any series that is of any consequence out there... While those TV watching days are behind me, I did start watching not 1 not 2 but THREE new Television Series just last month and so far all three seem fairly promising...

In order of preference, here they are:

1. X Factor

I love Simon Cowell I really do! And I think American Idol this year was one of the most disappointing Seasons ever... I was therefore really looking forward to X factor USA and it doesn't disappoint! 6 Episodes down, I'm really looking forward to what the show has in store...

2. Revenge

Emily Thorne, whose real name is Amanda Clarke, moves back to the Hamptons to take revenge on the people who caused the death of her father David and destroyed her family. When she was a little girl, Amanda's father was arrested on terrorism charges and tried for treason; and her life was destroyed. She ended up in juvenile detention and inherited the wealth of her father on her 18th birthday. She changed her name to Emily Thorne and decides to take revenge on the people responsible. (wikipedia)

3. Ringer

Twin sisters Bridget and Siobhan (both played by Gellar) have been estranged for the last six years and find that their lives are both unraveling at the same time. Bridget, a recovering addict and ex-stripper, is on the run from the mob after witnessing a murder. She flees to her twin sister Siobhan's home. The sisters seem to be repairing their broken relationship until Siobhan mysteriously disappears overboard during a boat trip the sisters take together. Bridget soon discovers her sister's seemingly perfect life is full of secrets after she is attacked in Siobhan's future apartment. (wikipedia)

Happy Weekend :))

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The third trimester as anticipated is marked by heart burn, sleeplessness, lethargy and the works... the little kicks in the belly and the hugs around it make it all worth it :)

If you missed out on any of the posts this week, Don't forget to send some loving over the weekend :))

This week we:
- Got Fashion Inspired by Art
- Enjoyed the Fall Sunshine
- Spotted Winter Coat Trends 

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Inspired by Art - Wahab Jaffer

Alexander Wang Draped Sleeveless Top, Mixit Necklace, Oscar de la Renta Fringed Tweed Jacket, Michael Anotonia
Studio Tanaz Heels, Daphne Strip Tuck Skirt, Dolce and Gabbana Sequenced Zebra Print Bag

Wahab Jaffer was born in Poona in 1941 and as a child WJ had been interested in painting & art. At the age of 30 he joined the studio of Ali Imam who was his mentor for a few years. Later he worked & studied art with Ahmed Parvez from 1973-1979. WJ is now a renowned artist & an art collector in his own rights.
For more information on Wahab Jaffer and his art: Wahab Jaffer

Inspiring Spaces: Fall Outdoors

While for most of the world, Fall means beginning of the 'indoors' Season, we in Pakistan who have suffered from a 45 degrees (plus) Summer, it is the time to step out, sit in the sun and enjoy the delicious warm sunlight...

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NOTE: I started following blogs pretty much around the same time I started toying with the idea of creating a blog... It was then I started collecting images of inspiring interiors I saw on blogs for nothing else but keeping a record and using them as inspiration for someday when I'd make my own house *sigh* Unfortunately, till now since there were for my personal consumption, I hadn't filed the sources... and therefore initially in this post series, I will not be able to quote sources :(( 

If you see any image that you feel should not be displayed, please email me. In the meantime, the future images I collect will reflect sources to the best of my ability.

Trends: Fall Winter 2011 Coat Trends

All set to buy your Fall/ Winter Coats?? Before you indulge, do look at these High Fashion looks interpreted by our favourite High Street Brands :) Here are Fall Winter 2011 Coat Trends...

1. Camel, 2. Cape, 3. Fur, 4. Aviator and Bombers, 5. Parka.

Aquascutum Beige Coat interpreted by 1. French Connection 2. Miss Selfridge 3. Dorothy Perkins 4. H&M

Ferragamo's Cape interpreted by 1. TopShop 2. Dorothy Perkins 3. Massimo Dutti 4. French Connection

Micheal Corrs Fur interpreted by 1. French Connection 2. Dorothy Perkins 3. Miss Selfridge 4. H&M

Burberry's Aviator interpreted by 1. Miss Selfridge 2. River Island 3. H&M 4 Miss Selfridge

Marc by Marc Jacob's Parka interpreted by 1. River Island 2. French Connection 3. H&M 4. Miss Selfridge

Happy Weekend :))

Not my usual cheery 'Happy Weekend' Picture... My sincerest apologies. But in the spirit of honesty being the best policy I have to confess, I'm just not feeling it these days... I love my blog, I love reaching out to all of you and have you all reach back to me... But I'm in a bit of a downward spiral here... Sigh. I think I'm being too hard on myself... I keep trying to figure out how to increase traffic, get more comments, get more followers, make sure the posts are up on time... And in the midst of all that, it's becoming a chore rather than something I absolutely love! I do need to step back a bit and post what I love, and love what I post... Have you ever felt like that? Have you ever fallen in the expectation trap?

Have a lovely weekend!!
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If you missed out on any of the posts this week, Don't forget to send some loving over the weekend :))

This week we:
- Started the week with Fashion Inspired by Art
- Learnt a thing or two about sourcing Images for Blog
- Did some work on the Baby's Nursery

- Celebrated a magical evening thanks to Elie Saab
- Visiting Sedona
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POSTCARD - Time slows down in Sedona!

Fashion Feature: A tale of a Blue-tiful Evening.

Elie Saab Couture FW 2011-12

Elie Saab, in my opinion doesn't make couture, he weaves magic and dreams... Shot to over night success after Halle Berry wore his creation on her Oscar winning night many a years ago, there has been no looking back for this gentleman. Each one of his creation awes me every time... Each one of the gown tells a story. It is not surprising that when I saw this beautiful gown he designed for his FW 2011 - 12 Couture Line, I could see the enchanting evening it would be worn to...

I soared upon the starry skies
I sang of angels lullibies
I saw the light of silver dreams
And waded deep in diamond streams.

I dreamed a dream of endless time
Where golden moons forever shine
I breathed within loves purity
The day you gave your heart to me.

Enchanted Dream by Claudia Watenpuhl

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Inspiring Spaces: Baby Nursery

Personally, this is the Colour Palette I'm going for the Baby's Nursery... But the following images shared from the RH Baby and Child Catalog are just plain AMAZING!!

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Blog Tips: Sourcing Images for your Blog

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My biggest struggle when I started blogging was with finding quality images for my blog... Google Image Search normally ends up yielding pretty basic images, nothing even close to what I wanted to have... it was then I discovered the following sites which I highly recommend for image sourcing...

1. Pinterest 2. Tumblr 3. Vi.usalize.us 4. Ffffound 5. Polyvore 6. We Heart It 7. Flikr

I know most of my bloggy friends are well acquainted with these sources but I just had to share them given this gorgeous poster I found on Link with Love and if you happened to be a random newbie who happened to stumble by my blog :))

PS: if you have an image an no source, a slim chance for finding one is www.tineye.com which helps you reverse search your images xx

Inspired by Art - Saba Khan

Chloe Darla Brushed Leather Shoulder Bag, Kenneth Cole NY Modern Citrine Stretch Bracelet, DVF Stanhope Printed Scarf, Ava Wide Brim Trilby Hat, Kenneth Jay Lane Blue Enamel Necklace, Giuseppe Zannoti Bolder Embellished Ballerina, Kasubi Super Skinny Low Rise Jeans, Elyssa Bass Double Drop Earrings, Reiss Oversized Shirt

Saba Khan born in 1982 in Lahore, Pakistan, graduated from National College of Arts in 2005 with a distinction. Khan has attended artists' residency programs in Italy, SEHER India and Pakistan; she won the UNESCO Aschberg Bursary award for Civitella Ranieri Foundation, Umbertide, Italy. She also won the best painting award at Al-Hamra Arts Council. Her short film was screened at SAVAC in Toronto and Kara Film Festival at Karachi. She completed her Master's degree on a Fulbright Scholarship in Boston in 2010. Khan has had solo shows in Karachi and Lahore. She is currently teaching at NCA as an Assistant Professor and lives in Lahore.

Saba's portfolio and contact is available on her site: www.sabakhan.com

Happy Weekend :))

This week has been just plain insane... Suddenly, (almost as soon as the 31st week started) I am constantly feeling drained out and sleepy!! On top of everything... I started a Radio Show which I'm absolutely loving and in getting the nursery ready... I seem to be missing out on my bloggy family!!

Just wanted to give a shout out to my peeps and request to just bear with me! I will be tweeting, following, loving again soon xoxo

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If you missed out on any of the posts this week, Don't forget to send some loving over the weekend :))

This week we:
- Started the week with Fashion Inspired by Art
- Experimented with our Green Thumb
- Contemplated Vintage Styled Home Office with Restoration Hardware

- Cooked delicious Spinach
- And fell in love with a weekend bag
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