Thoroughly MODern Meg

New Resolution

2009-06-19T15:17:00.000-07:00

I had to blog about this incredible photographer I just found. Chelsea Wilde and her photography business, New Resolution Photography really stands out to me. I love fashion photography but her use of light and color is beautiful. I love the gritty vintage appeal. As a filmmaker, playful use of colors and light always appeals to me. I mean look at the reflection in the train case in the first photo, the elegance of the model in the third photo, and the gothic feel of fifth photo.

So do yourself a favor and check out New Resolution Photography for some beautiful work and especially if you are a Utah bride! Oh and please vote for this talented photographer in The Face of Smashbox contest (just search "Chelsea Wilde" for more photos and the vote button).

GRO rocks my socks off

2009-06-18T19:07:00.000-07:00

I can't believe I haven't pimped this band out yet!!

If you have been watching "So You Think You Can Dance?" or recall this band from the season finale of "The Hills" you make recognize Green River Ordinance. This band is incredible and it is exciting that they are starting to get recognition for their music.

I have been lucky to follow this band for the past 4 years. They were regulars around my college campus and would sing during our sorority meetings a few times a semester to promote their gigs. I remember before I even started college I received a random message on myspace from them. After hearing one song I was hooked. After meeting a few band members I can tell you they are not only talent musicians but great guys too.

Oh and did I mention they are going on tour with Gavin DeGraw this summer....he's another of my favorite musicians. It's a match in music heaven for me!

You MUST check out Green River Ordinance NOW! haha. Here are the necessary links that you need:

Official Website

Myspace Page

Twitter

Music Review (because I'm not a professional so you might want that professional opinion lol)

Screenprint Goodies

2009-06-17T20:56:00.001-07:00

So I am a sucker for screen printing. So of course I adore this Esty shop, Mr.PS.

This Brit makes a range of wonderful screenprint items from bags, mugs, and tea towels. I love the simply of colors and fonts used in these items! Oh and the English feeling to these are great too.

Be sure to check out Mr.PS' shop for more goodies!

Craft Room

2009-06-14T12:02:00.000-07:00

I desperately want a craft room. Currently my sewing table is in the middle of my bedroom and my computer desk is full of half finished projects. I am thankful I now have laptop because I have been forced to us it while I sit in my bed watching tv. Boxes are in the hall, the garage is full, etc etc. Yeah I need more space. While I don't think I will have my own craft devoted room for a long time I dream of what could be.

Ronda's craft room

Ashley @ thepinksink.com

Pottery Barn craft spaces

Martha Stewart Craft Studio

YART SALE!

2009-06-10T18:29:00.000-07:00

I am participating in the Yart Sale on Etsy sponsored by Team ESST

(Yard + Art = Yart) JUNE 10th - JUNE 14th, DON'T MISS OUT!

10% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE SHOP (Or type in BLOG20 for 20% off for blog readers!)
(Refunds will be given via paypal)

http://meghandesigns.etsy.com

Beautiful Band

2009-06-09T16:21:00.001-07:00

I ran across this headband on etsy. Isn't it beautiful? I love the colors but then again those are my wedding colors so I'm a little partial haha. What's great is that this was made with upcycled vintage fabric. How original and eco-chic! So be sure to look at roseredwinter's shop and her awesome vintage clothing and headbands.

Oh and this headband currently has free shipping! RoseRedWinter has a sale going on so don't miss out on this offer good until June 14th.

Such a Fun Couple

2009-06-08T19:29:00.000-07:00

Here's one of my new favorite engagement photos from my favorite DFW area photographers, Lindsey Shea Photograhy. Look for more of her photos in the future. (Click of photo for larger image)

I mean, don't you just want to hang out with this couple?! They look so fun and I bet their wedding is going to rock.

Super Cute Cake Toppers

2009-06-06T18:18:00.000-07:00

Holy-Moly! I have a new favorite shop!! I was on the front page of etsy and noticed this cute photo:

Now isn't this one of the cutest things ever?! There's many more. So be sure to check out RedLightStudio's shop!

(My favorite ^)

Who else is using/used a creative cake topper?

Etsy Find Friday

2009-06-05T14:04:00.000-07:00

It's Etsy Find Friday!!

Here is some fun matching tumblers and bowl from jaditakate. Be sure to check these items out in this awesome shop.

Getting Organized

2009-04-22T14:26:00.000-07:00

So when I made this blog is was going to be so awesome and I was going to become a blogging celebrity.... ok maybe not. But I did hope that I it would be a success and I would write a lot. So far I have failed. I am alittle A.D.D. when it comes to projects so when I set up my etsy store shortly after starting this blog I forgot about it for the most part.

So now I have decided to make some structure for this blog. I have little to no structure in my life as it is. Since I graduated college in Dec. my days have been spent in Etsy chats begging for sales and sewing. I have not worked as many jobs as I hoped (I blame the economy conviently) so my days are really lame.

Now I am off to a fresh start....

I might be headed to NYC in August to begin Graduate school and start a new job (hopefully). It's about time that I get working.

Here is what the outline for the blog will be on a weekly basis. Note that since I am very A.D.D. with this I will NOT post everyday and I will NOT stick to this schedule lol!

Monday- My Etsy Shop Updates

Tuesday- Terrific Etsy Finds (Or general Web finds)

Wednesday - Wedding Wednesday

Thursday- Interior Design/Make the designs come to life with Etsy finds.

Friday- Friday Fashionista Style

Easter Sale

2009-04-10T22:29:00.000-07:00

Hey all... I just wanted to let you know that I am having an Easter Weekend sale in my etsy shop: http://www.meghandesigns.etsy.com 15% off EVERYTHING (refund through paypal). So hurry in now and get something awesome.

You can also catch me on Twitter : http://www.twitter.com/meghandesigns

Lovin' Amy Adams

2009-04-09T17:55:00.000-07:00

Who doesn't like Amy Adams?! I mean she's adorable and talented! What more could you ask for?

If you missed it, check out the photos from her spread in W magazine. They are great vintage inspired photos. She is so beautiful and the fashions and photography are to die for!

For more about the article check out this site:

http://omg.yahoo.com/blogs/a-line/amy-adams-real-life-fairytale/167

The actress strikes a pose in a Michael Kors red and navy silk and linen dress.

The redhead dons Marc Jacobs' yellow cotton voile top, Levi's Capital E blue cotton and elastane jeans, and Valentino heels.

Amy dons a black and white jacket from Topshop. (Can I point out how excited I am about Topshop opening in SoHo!?!?! Maybe I will stop by there when I'm in NYC in the next week or so!!!)

Cutest Hats

2009-03-16T10:18:00.000-07:00

So pinkalligator bought from me today and I wanted to post her hats! They are the cutest things ever! I am really debating buying one for myself even if I might look silly! haha

Classy Garland

2009-03-15T15:54:00.001-07:00

I just wanted to post this and how fabulous an idea these are! (From etsy seller lobsterandswan)

Van Gogh

2009-03-13T11:23:00.000-07:00

I found these Nesting Dolls and fell in love. I love Van Gogh's art so I am doing a post dedicated to Van Gogh Etsy items.

These VanGogh Nesting Dolls are so fun and beautiful! A nice playful touch for any living room. From etsy seller CBino.

I love this modern day interpretation of Starry Night by JustinVining.

I'm absoluately in love with this nightstand by artbelongseverywhere. It's is amazing and would look great in any bedroom!

Great Etsy Seller

2009-02-25T13:51:00.001-08:00

Who loves framed illustrations like I do?!

Found this new seller on Etsy, ishandchi and I wanted to share her artwork.

So be sure to check out ishandchi's etsy shop and her awesome blog here.

I think I am going to start working on a layout for this blog. I'm thinking it needs a mod vintage twist. Sorry I don't post very often. I'm too busy with my etsy shop and working about all the grad applications I waiting to hear back about. Anyone else dying from the application process?!

Books

2009-02-19T20:40:00.000-08:00

So I was looking at 's blog and they have some books listed on the blog. I am really interested in these.... Anyone know if they are any good?

Vintage Fashion by Emma Baxter-Wright.

The Golden Age of Couture: Paris and London 1947 - 1957 by Claire Wilcox

I think the covers alone are just beautiful enough to buy!!

Elephants and Paddington!

2009-02-19T20:17:00.001-08:00

I just ran across this fabric in a magazine ad. Isn't it too cute!? Owls are a current big crazy on etsy, could Elephants be next? I think they should be.

Here are a few more great fabrics from Karen Neuburger 's Ellie Fun line:

Ohhh! And look there's Paddington Bear Fabrics! Did anyone else just love him growing up?!? I still love that cute little bear! Here is some of the fabric from Paddington & Co.

Fab Teaset

2009-02-17T14:49:00.000-08:00

Isn't this cup and saucer beautiful!? Find out how to make it at Apartment Therapy's Re-Nest.

Vintage Women

2009-02-10T19:58:00.000-08:00

So bad storms are headed this way... yuck. Here comes the rotation clouds. I hate living in tornado alley. I figured I would get a post in while I wait and I'm forced to turn off the computer.

I love all things 50s vintage. I would like to show you some of my favorite vintage women ETSY items:

I love the Light Switch covers from msouliere. Isn't it Great!?!

Here are some fabulous pin up pins! From ticklebuttons.

RobotCandy has some great coasters from vintage pattern images. There are several and they are definitely on my list of things to buy.

Any sellers want to make a deal hahaha.

I will be back with some more great items soon, that is if we make it through this storm....

Support Independents!

2009-02-03T15:12:00.000-08:00

So I haven't be posting on here much at all. I'm excited that we crafters have postponed the CPSIA! Now on to another issue. Please help get Independent programming back on TV.

Did you know...

Since 1995, the share of Independent TV production on prime time television has fallen from 50 percent to 18 percent. Why? Because a few giant media conglomerates - News Corp, NBC / Universal, Disney, TimeWarner, CBS / Viacom - have combined TV and cable networks, movie studios and distribution channels to control as much of our entertainment system as possible, leaving independents gasping for air time. The result? Less quality programming for the public and fewer options for creative, talented people across the world.

Help get the word out and sign the petition below to help get independent productions on tv! I work independent freelance film and sport broadcasting and I know a lot of you are freelance writers, artists, etc. So lets work to make these opportunities available to all of us and not the greedy corporations.

I love cupcakes!

2009-01-21T12:07:00.000-08:00

So I've been really busy lately working on my etsy creations. So check out the shop.

I don't have anything to really post, but I wanted to post this hat. Isn't it so darn cute?!

Cupcake hat from seller : NinisHandmades.

Etsy Shop

2009-01-17T23:39:00.000-08:00

So I got my Etsy Shop up and running. Right not it's not much but I am getting a start on a few more aprons and fabric coasters. So keep checking it out.

New Lamps

2009-01-16T22:58:00.000-08:00

I ordered these new milk glass lamps! Straight from Etsy seller: UnCommonEye check this seller out. The stuff is great here!

I'm currently working on a super cute valentines day inspired apron. I was going to place it on my new etsy shop I'm working on, but I'm not sure yet I think I might like it too much! haha. How do you etsy sellers not keep everything you make?!

Galveston Ice Bucket & Charms

2009-01-14T19:00:00.000-08:00

While in Galveston we spent some time on the Strand and while most businesses where not open, one of my favorite Antique shops was open, Somewhere in Time. I bought this turquoise Blisscraft of Hollywood ice container. Isn't too cute huh? It's needs some cleaning but it is going to look great on my kitchen counter!

I've been looking into starting a small business on ebay/etsy. While I'm debating what to sale I have run across some great items I want to share:

These charms and pendants from etsy seller Tulle are absolutely adorable!

New Laptop Sleeve

2009-01-08T20:55:00.001-08:00

So here it is....

My new Laptop sleeve. I love it. It's a little tight, but something that didn't take long at all to make. I just got this new MacBook Pro 17' and I needed some padding for it. It was made using Brother Sister Design Studio fabric from Hobby Lobby and fleece lining.

So I'm off for the weekend to the beach....

2009-01-07T17:41:00.001-08:00

I finished my laptop sleeve and if I do say so myself I think it's just adorable! I will post it whenever I manage to come across my battery charger for my camera.

Quilting and Sewing!

2009-01-05T13:51:00.000-08:00

Film in the Fridge's blog puts me to shame. Her fabric and quilts are amazing!

So now that I have all this free time being unemployed and all it's time to get some projects done. Today I ran across one of my mom's quilt books and I really like this quilt on the cover. Maybe I will make that my large project. I've never completed a legit quilt (the one or two I have done have been simple squares with frayed edges). I love 50s look of this of this and it gives me the opportunity to use some vintage fabrics!

Cover of Quilting with My Sister by: Brandeburg and Christopherson. Lots of great quilt patterns can be found in this book, but I can't wait to start on the cover quilt!

Check out this Pin Cushion by: GeorgiaMcDonald. Isn't it just adorable. The pattern can be found at Heather Bailey's Blog.

Other projects on my to-do list include putting up my inspiration board, making a dress form cover, a laptop sleeve, and plenty of other items I'm sure I'm forgetting about.

Typewriting

2009-01-05T13:04:00.000-08:00

Desire to Inspire posted this photo from Trevor Dixon. I love the look of this and I would really like to get a typewriter for a fabulous vintage touch. Looked on Ebay and it appears to be be tons up for auction, however I like this typewriter's pop of color.

In Canton on Saturday there was one booth with typewriter key jewelry. Looked on Etsy and there are plenty of typewriter key jewelry on there. Don't you just love this bracelet and ring?

Bracelet & Ring from Etsy Seller: KeysAndMemories

And don't you just love this card also found on Etsy?

Card by Etsy Seller: Farouche (This seller's items are AMAZING!)

Love these cards by Etsy seller: thecraftpantry I need to find a pink typewriter just like this!

Post Canton Journey

2009-01-03T16:39:00.000-08:00

So Canton wasn't too successful for me today. I only bought one item. Since I'm studying to be a film historian and filmmaker we spotted this auto-splicer. The precursor to the modern day computer editing software. However I don't know much about these. From what I can find out it's Mansfield Auto-Splice Editor. I want to plug it in to see if it works but I'm a little nervous. Maybe I will clean it up a little first. Only got it for 3 dollars, not bad huh? Now I have to find a place to put this since it's somewhat large. Below is a photo of the splicer. Not the same one I bought but one just like it.

While I didn't buy much I have a lot of things I'm going to search for online. I need to look up a good deal on some pink pyrex so it's off to ebay. Did I mention how much of a bargain hunter I am?

Happy New Year!

2009-01-02T10:44:00.001-08:00

I hope everyone had a fabulous New Years. Having woken up at 4am on New Years Eve for work I immediately retired to my bed after midnight making it a fairly uneventful New Years Celebration minus the fact that it was a celebration just to get some shut eye after a 20 hour work day.

I'm going to Canton Flea Market tomorrow so I'm hoping to find tons of goodies there!

I'm attaching some of my biggest inspirations when it comes to interior design. I'm currently working on my inspiration board so I am going to work on getting some of these inspirations onto the net as well. I don't have any credits for these photos. I started saving these pics a while ago and I didn't bother to save any credits so if anyone knows where these pics are from let me know.

Here are some preferences you should know: I love bright colors. I

hate browns and dark greens or most dark colors in general. I love black and white with hints of color. I adore all things 50s and classic hollywood.

Below are my first inspiration posts....

I love the look of this. The buffet table is amazing, I love the color, and the table is similar to a table I have now from my Great Grandmother. Even the silver lighting fixture is great.

Orla Kiely designer stem leaf motif armchair. I love chairs with playful colors and prin

ts. I have two chairs that need recovering and I think this might be just the look I am looking for.

This is my dream bathroom. I love the idea of bathrooms being all white. It looks so glamourous and I have the perfect Esther Williams print to go here.

I have an obsession with Aqua/ Tiffany blue. I love the use of the blue walls with the yellow accents. And I of course love white couches though I don't know if I would ever be brave enough to own a white couch.

I love these lamps. I'm on a search to find these!

Love the colors used here. Searching for a drink cart just like this one. I have a huge dislike for fake plants however.

Entering the Blogging World Again.

2008-12-28T00:58:00.000-08:00

So here I am beginning yet another blog. My blogging experiences have travelled from blogspot I believe about surprisingly personal diary-like entries to my own personal website blog incorporated into my website design collections and then onto xanga.

Now a college grad I'm looking for a new outlet. I have my own personal journal (old school writing) to place all diary-like entries but I want to use this to connect with other obsessed.

My blog readings now-a-days consist of inter design blogs. So I am combining all my loves- Film, mid-century modern design, and crafts/sewing into one single blog. Consider it my artistic inspiration blog.