It is no secret that I like silhouettes. They are graphic, they are old-fashioned and sentimental. Last weekend I pulled down the bird collage above the piano, decided not to paint piano and instead painted the wall behind it. Then I needed something to fill… Continue Reading…watercolor silhouettes
My second littlest cousin is getting married this fall. We adore her fiance and can’t wait for their special wedding day. {aren’t they the most darling couple?! Photos by the talented Stacy Jacobsen} Jen asked me to create her invitations and I was so pleased… Continue Reading…my cousin’s wedding invitations
A few weeks ago I found some super cheap t-shirts for the kids that I’ve had stacked in my office waiting for inspiration {and time} to embellish them.
Yesterday was the day and of course I had to show you how they turned out. I didn’t make tutorials, but hopefully I can get your creative wheels turning for decorating t-shirts of your own.
Do you need a simple project for an easter basket, party favor or something fun to jot down notes in? How about making one of these booklets. Here is what you’ll need: :: booklet template {download pink or orange at the end of the post}… Continue Reading…booklets {tutorial}
Please email me at emily@jonesdesigncompany and I’ll send out your April Giveaway package. . . . . . . . . My babes are getting buckets this year for easter. I found the galvanized buckets at ikea for $1.99 each and then added a sticker… Continue Reading…easter buckets {and the april winner}
Painting ‘wallpaper’ in my office has been one of the most ambitious projects I’ve done : but it totally paid off. Even after eight months, I still love it. And I’m pretty fickle, so that says a lot. I know many of you have done… Continue Reading…painted wallpaper how-to & share your project
When Ryan & I were expecting our first baby, we thought it would be fun to throw a ‘revealing’ party. I created these sweet little invitations {eight years ago!} and used wire we had laying around to write ‘baby’. {Just thought I’d show you the… Continue Reading…wire words
My cousin is having her first baby in just a few weeks and so I wanted to make something special for baby Olivia Rose. She received a special dolly, embellished onesie, set of burp cloths and a headband. I loved these burp cloths for my… Continue Reading…pink
The other day I found a large {3 ft x 4 ft} cork board at the thrift store. I figured I could always use another pin board and the price was right, so I brought it home. I was thinking I would cover it with… Continue Reading…woven pin board {tutorial}
A few weeks ago I spent some time with two of my oldest friends {not old as in age, but old as in I’ve known them for a long, long time}. Both mentioned that they had their burlap wreaths up and that they wanted something… Continue Reading…a spring wreath
I like fonts. I suppose that makes sense as I do design things that require the use of them. I’ve put together a list of my favorite ones – the fonts I use most often – and thought I’d share them. There are so many… Continue Reading…25 favorite fonts
Do you have a valentine? Or a friend who is extra sweet? Do your kids want to send something special to their best buddies? Introducing a collection of printable valentines perfect for your valentines. These valentines are printable files – simply download the pdf, print… Continue Reading…valentines for your valentines
First things first : the winner of the January giveaway is: And what do you know, it looks like she also sells some pretty darling baby bracelets. Like these two silver ones. I like that they are sturdy, but still dainty. I’m so glad to… Continue Reading…giveaway winner + hair clips
I made a few dolls for a few special little girls in my life. She is wearing a cable knit ruffle-front sweater {not the easiest material to sew, but oh so cute} with yellow dot bubble skirt. A little suit of jersey ruffles – sweet… Continue Reading…the sweetest little dollies you ever did see
I’ll keep this sort and sweet with lots of photos : {my sister’s cute house} {my favorite food group: appetizers} {toasted baguette with olive oil, cracked pepper, goat cheese & grapes : divine} {bags to take cookie packages home in} {yum} {a few of… Continue Reading…holiday confections {the party}
