Fun Friday Fascinations #42

#1. This Leopard Print Nail Tutorial found on The Perfect Fit looks so easy, and totally cute.  I like that they only painted one nail with the print.  

#2.  MoMA sells a lot of impressive design conscious items, and this Toothpick Holder is amazing.  He can actually straddle the rim of a bowl at the ready for poking some hors d'oeuvres.  

#3.  Print & pattern is one of my long time fave sites.  I'm constantly finding new designers I'm in awe of, and completely inspired by.  My newest find is Ella Jane Designs.  She has a ton of fantastic prints, but this one is miraculous.  I could imagine, curtains, throw pillows, sheets, and all sorts of other uses for this pattern.  

#4.  I love bookcases.  When a bookcase is a bit unique I love it even more.  This bookcase I found on inthralld is truly perfect.  Alan Rorie designed this, and he uses an algorithm to customize the unit for every buyer's individual needs.  

#5.  I'm ultra excited about this DIY Herringbone Metallic Artwork from While They Snooze.  The possibilities are endless with this project.  If you're not a metallic person you could always go with deep bold colors on the bottom, and a light pastel that complements the bottom colors.  This seems like a great project to release some artistic energy.  

Those are my finds!  Happy Fun Friday Fascinations, chris!

Fun Friday Fascinations #15

#1. This skirt from ModCloth couldn't be more perfect.  I've been on the hunt for a good skirt.  The colors will be great for fall!

#2.  I'm fairly certain this pair of sneakers were made with me in mind.  My name is written all over them.  Found them on Journey's, they are made by Pastry.  

#3.  My aunt makes totes, and lately I've been on the hunt for some inspirational tutorials.  I love the birds on this guy, made by See Kate Sew.  I wonder if my aunt would dig this?  

#4.  I love the table setting is this photo, and the key is definitely those lovely plate chargers.  This is a great tutorial from the Paper Muse Press, and even if your not impressed by her lovely geometric plywood chargers, definitely check our her inspiring, pretty, little blog.  

#5.  Another inspiring DIY -- Jim Lambie's duct tape floor installations found on Inthralld.  I hope they put a thick coat of polyurethane on there, so it will last a long time.  

#6.  I want to go see this light installation by Bruce Munro at Longwood Gardens.  I've been to Longwood Gardens' a ton, but I've only visited at night for their Christmas event.  This looks truly spectacular.  Light show art installations through out the gardens, and fire works to end the night!  Sign me up!  

Happy you all enjoyed, and happy DIYing, chris!