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Monday, August 1, 2011
Do not Fear The Internet
Jessica Hische and Russ Maschmeyer are the masterminds behind Don’t Fear The Internet, a site that aims to teach basic HTML and CSS for non-web designers.
Through short tutorial videos, you’ll learn how to take a basic wordpress blog and manipulate the CSS, HTML (and even some PHP!) to match your aesthetic. You’ll feel empowered rather than crippled by the internet, and worst case scenario, you’ll at least end up having a better idea of how professional web designers turn your design dreams into a reality on screen.
dontfeartheinternet.com
Converse x Missoni Chuck Taylor All Star | Spring 2011
Things I Love……
via Nitrolicious
The kicks will be available beginning in March at Missoni boutiques (New York and Beverly Hills), Aloha Rag (New York), Canvas (Malibu) & Jeffrey’s (New York and Atlanta), and also at select retailers globally at MSRP $200.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
15 Wonderful Words With No English Equivalent
15 Wonderful Words With No English Equivalent:
1. Zhaghzhagh (Persian)
The chattering of teeth from the cold or from rage.
2. Yuputka (Ulwa)
A word made for walking in the woods at night, it’s the phantom sensation of something crawling on your skin.
3. Lampadato (Italian)
Addicted to the infra-red glow of tanning salons? This word describes you.
4. Luftmensch (Yiddish)
The Yiddish have scores of words to describe social misfits. This one is for an impractical dreamer with no business sense. Literally, air person.
5. Iktsuarpok (Inuit)
You know that feeling of anticipation when you’re waiting for someone to show up at your house and you keep going outside to see if they’re there yet? This is the word for it.
6. Cotisuelto (Caribbean Spanish)
A word that would aptly describe the prevailing fashion trend among American men under 40, it means one who wears the shirt tail outside of his trousers.
7. Pana Po’o (Hawaiian)
“Hmm, now where did I leave those keys?” he said, pana po’oing. It means to scratch your head in order to help you remember something you’ve forgotten.
8. Gumusservi (Turkish)
Meteorologists can be poets in Turkey with words like this at their disposal. It means moonlight shining on water.
9. Vybafnout (Czech)
A word tailor-made for annoying older brothers—it means to jump out and say boo.
10. Mencolek (Indonesian)
You know that old trick where you tap someone lightly on the opposite shoulder from behind to fool them? The Indonesians have a word for it.
11. Faamiti (Samoan)
To make a squeaking sound by sucking air past the lips in order to gain the attention of a dog or child.
12. Glas wen (Welsh)
A smile that is insincere or mocking. Literally, a blue smile.
13. Bakku-shan (Japanese)
The experience of seeing a woman who appears pretty from behind but not from the front.
14. Boketto (Japanese)
It’s nice to know that the Japanese think enough of the act of gazing vacantly into the distance without thinking to give it a name.
15. Kummerspeck (German)
Excess weight gained from emotional overeating. Literally, grief bacon.
The chattering of teeth from the cold or from rage.
2. Yuputka (Ulwa)
A word made for walking in the woods at night, it’s the phantom sensation of something crawling on your skin.
3. Lampadato (Italian)
Addicted to the infra-red glow of tanning salons? This word describes you.
4. Luftmensch (Yiddish)
The Yiddish have scores of words to describe social misfits. This one is for an impractical dreamer with no business sense. Literally, air person.
5. Iktsuarpok (Inuit)
You know that feeling of anticipation when you’re waiting for someone to show up at your house and you keep going outside to see if they’re there yet? This is the word for it.
6. Cotisuelto (Caribbean Spanish)
A word that would aptly describe the prevailing fashion trend among American men under 40, it means one who wears the shirt tail outside of his trousers.
7. Pana Po’o (Hawaiian)
“Hmm, now where did I leave those keys?” he said, pana po’oing. It means to scratch your head in order to help you remember something you’ve forgotten.
8. Gumusservi (Turkish)
Meteorologists can be poets in Turkey with words like this at their disposal. It means moonlight shining on water.
9. Vybafnout (Czech)
A word tailor-made for annoying older brothers—it means to jump out and say boo.
10. Mencolek (Indonesian)
You know that old trick where you tap someone lightly on the opposite shoulder from behind to fool them? The Indonesians have a word for it.
11. Faamiti (Samoan)
To make a squeaking sound by sucking air past the lips in order to gain the attention of a dog or child.
12. Glas wen (Welsh)
A smile that is insincere or mocking. Literally, a blue smile.
13. Bakku-shan (Japanese)
The experience of seeing a woman who appears pretty from behind but not from the front.
14. Boketto (Japanese)
It’s nice to know that the Japanese think enough of the act of gazing vacantly into the distance without thinking to give it a name.
15. Kummerspeck (German)
Excess weight gained from emotional overeating. Literally, grief bacon.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
all in the details..
Cute outfit but what I really was inspired by was the scarf bracelet she wrapped. Love it!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
Watch ur Back!
When I was in college, I wore a nerdy green backpack, but years later, backpacks are back! They're actually considered cool in New York right now (for real), and they're comfy and perfect for bike rides, laptops, weekend trips, and baby stuff. What do you think? Would you wear a backpack?1. Farm rucksack, $160.
2. Canoe pack, $195. (More on amazon.)
3. Striped fleece backpack, $58.
4. Classic backpack, $85.
5. Leather backpack, $450.
6. Tie-dyed backpack, $58.
7. Laptop bag, $110. (Cool in Sweden.)
8. Heritage backpack, $55.
Thoughts? xo
Friday, July 22, 2011
Vimeo iphone App
I've been waiting for this since I bought my very first iphone years ago. Cant wait! What's your thoughts?
NYC Type
NYCTYPE is a lovely side project by Luke Connolly. I am sure every typography enthusiast will approve!
Get Lost
With this crazy heatwave going on in NYC we all need to just get LOST. I just want to wander in this forest... Now I'm dying to go to Portland.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The Voice Project @Spin NYC
Last Night, The Voice Project put on a benefit event, Amplify Peace, at Spin New York.
For those who don't know Spin, its an amazing ping pong place thats got the hipster vibe and in a really cool space.
So with the mix of complimentary ping pong, live music, and a live auction, we were set on having a good time.
But this is more than just an excuse to go out on a Tuesday. Amplify Peace is hosted by The Voice Project, an organization that uses innovative social media campaigns, film, and music to raise awareness and fund programs to help end hostilities and aid victims of war in Africa.
For over two decades, war has ravaged Northern Uganda. It is the longest running conflict in Africa, and has spread to Southern Sudan and Eastern Congo. The Voice Project was inspiried by women's groups in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo that use traditional songs passed by word of mouth and on the radio to call child soldiers and abductees back home. The Voice Project is an effort to amplify their music, and see how far the message can spread.
I took a two video's of these two different groups that performed but for more cover's and information on this amazing charity click here.
Felice Rosser and Paddy Boom
Felice Rosser and Paddy Boom
Tasmanian Devil Pong Player (amamamzing Skillz)
Serious Action
Aziz Ansari and Kaylee Defer
Aziz Ansari and Kaylee Defer
Rubblebucket
Rubblebucket
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Orange Ya Glad It's Tuesday?
Без названия by Anastacia K. featuring chain link jewelry
I Love Love Love this Orange combination! And those Prada Shoes, I'm dyyyying for!
Getaway Girl
Getaway Girl by RPSaddict featuring RPSaddict shorts
R.P.S Addict has now joined Polyvore! So much fun making these outfits!
Monday, July 18, 2011
How to Give Your Pictures a Summer Glow
I'm constantly asked how I tweak and edit my pictures, so I thought I'd post my favorite and one of the easiest to do!
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Step 1
Start by 1st creating a new layer. Click on the adjustment layer button ( looks like this) and select Hue/Saturation. Adjust the Saturation to +25 or +30 and the lightness to +10 or +15 (depending on how light the original image is).
Step 2
Next create another adjustment layer using the Color Fill option. Select a pale yellow, set to Multiply at 80% Opacity and 80% Fill (adjust opacity and fill to your liking).
Step 3
Create another Color Fill layer. Select a pale purple color, set to Lighten at 50% Opacity and 50% Fill (adjust opacity and fill to your liking).
Step 4
Create one more Color Fill layer. Select a light blue, set to Color Dodge at 50% Opacity and 50% Fill (adjust opacity and fill to your liking).
Step 5
Create a Gradient adjustment layer. Set the gradient from transparent to white, adjust the angle to your liking. Set to Soft Light at 80% Opacity.
Save and Enjoy. Remember that these are just guidelines, every image will be a little different. Don't be afraid to tweak, adjust or omit some of the steps as you see fit.
(Tutorial Source: The Design Nocture)
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