Monthly Archives April 2012

Apr 30, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 3 Comments

Liebster Blog Award!

 

Salvage Love was awarded with the Liebster Blog award! The Liebster Blog award is awarded to up-and-coming blogs from other blog writers who are fans of yours. The lovely Leslie of Salvaged Spaces was kind enough to award me!

Here are the details.

When you win the award, there are a few rules to follow: 1.) Give thanks and acknowledgement to your Liebster Blog Award presenter on your blog. Thank you very much Salvaged Spaces!

2.) Link back to the blogger who presented the award to you. Salvaged Spaces

3.) Copy and paste the blog award on your blog.

4.) Present the Liebster Blog Award to 5 blogs of 200 followers or less who you feel deserves it.

The following blogs are a mixed bag with everything from fashion to humor.  I am truthfully not sure on the number of followers the blogs I have chosen have.  My apologies (and congratulations) if you have more than 200! Drum roll please.......

In no particular order:

1.  Bridesmaiding, Run by comedian and blogger Rachel Rosenthal.  Rachel has offered us something that couldn't be easily found before, a bridesmaiding site for normal women! It offers fresh modern perspectives and takes the guess work out of being a bridesmaid (and lets be honest here, it is not an easy task!) Bridesmaiding offers helpful tips, true stories and insider information on being a the best bridesmaid you can be, to yourself and to the bride.

2. Marie, Oh Marie. Miss Marie is one of the most beautiful, fun, spunky and creative ladies I have ever known. Her blog showcases her vast talent range of arts and crafts. With everything from fashion and home DIYS to fun thrifting finds. Bonus: You also get a glimpse into her life and her adorable dog Sophia.

3. The Suit Room. Boys, want to look better, smarter and all around more awesome? Check out The Suit Room. The blog of  Zachary Deluca of Newton Street Vintage. Zach has an innate fashion sense that spans decades. Whether running his own highly successful vintage menswear shop or his blog, Zach is more than happy to share his knowledge of mens fashion.

4. owl really is a fantastic blog run by Jaime. She shares her vintage finds, and general vintage eye candy.  She runs a vintage goods booth Owl Really at the Tennessee Antique Mall. If you live in the area, stop by she has a great eye and gorgeous inventory. 5.  Pop in America run by  Comedian and Blogger, Christine Cuddy shares her hilarious views on pop culture.  She also has an uncanny ability to formulate hilarious romantic comedy blurbs for people.  So if you ever need one, shoot her an email!

   

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Apr 27, 2012 | Post by: janine rose No Comments

Upcycled Sock Ideas

I honestly never knew you could make pants for tiny humans out of socks. Check out a few fun,  fashionable and functional upcycled sock tutorials!   Baby Sock Rabbit Tutorial via Miaou Crafts Transform socks into warmers via Tip Junkie Sock Trousers Tutorial via we upcycle No-Sew Camera Sleeves with Recycled Socks via craftstylish

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Apr 11, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 1 Comments

Somerville Open Studios

I am very excited to be participating in this years Somerville Open Studios on May 5th & 6th from 12PM-6PM.

What is the Somerville Open Studios you ask? Here is a brief description from the SOS website:

"Somerville Open Studios (SOS) is a non-profit organization formed for the purpose of producing an annual open studio and related events in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Through its programming, SOS gives access to the work of visual artists living and working in the city of Somerville. We provide opportunities to view art made within the community; to interact with local artists; and to have access to artists' working spaces. Our goal is to broaden the public's exposure to, and appreciation of, finished works of art as well as the art-making process. This exposure both educates the community and raises awareness of the diverse artistic experience available in Somerville."

Sounds like fun, huh? Well, it really is!  This will be my first year participating, but I attended the event the last two years. Basically, artists in Somerville open up their homes and studios for the public to come see and if they want, purchase their work.  The website is a great resource, and you can plan your routes ahead of time by searching artists by medium, area, name, etc.  There are downloadable maps on the website and hard copies all around Somerville showing the spots of participating artists and orange balloons in front of their spaces to help guide you as well.  Don't love walking? Somerville will be providing free trolleys to take you to and from different parts of the city! It is very well organized and is a lot of fun.  So, if you are in the area, please stop by and say hello and check out some amazing work from our local artists.



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Apr 10, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 2 Comments

Cardboard Projects

I can not believe some of the following projects are made from cardboard!  Here is a roundup of cardboard projects with everything from fun to functional.

D.I. Whut? Cardboard Furniture via Regina Galea Cardboard Radio via Urban Outfitters Recycled Cardboard Window Valance via in my own style Cardboard Faux Logs via Design*Sponge Hex Light via Von Tundra Wall Hanging Box Aquarium via Made by Joel 3-D Cardboard Star via grey luster girl Moon Scraplights via graypants    

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