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birdfriend

Bloomington

purveyor of cute things since 2010!

Interests: sewing, knitting, crocheting, crafting

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what???? these are awesome!! i love everything that's inspired by mexican textiles. my favorite is the blue sweater with thick embroidery and big beads!! mackenzie www.birdfriend.tumblr.com

Commented Dec 15, 2012 on Cats Brothers! at Style Bubble

switching over...

After 3 years and almost 100 posts on my Typepad, I'm finally switching over to Tumblr. I've been unsatisfied with Typepad for a long time-- I should have done this a long time ago! I'm also changing the format a bit. I'll have bite-sized posts more often about fashion, crafts... Continue reading

Posted Oct 28, 2012 at birdfriend

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Etsy Wishlist: Spooky Edition

It's that time of year... falling leaves, howling wolves, shiny skulls... it's SPOOKY SCARY HALLOWEEN! Here are my favorite Etsy picks for this week: 1) Black & White Birds 2) Spiky Mug 3) Wolf Tie Tack 4) Ceramic Skull Ring 5) Maple Leaf Brooch 6) Angel Print 7) Leather Deer... Continue reading

Posted Oct 27, 2012 at birdfriend

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i think you're a contra

For as long as I've known him (2 years) my friend Adam has disappeared every week for something called Contra Dancing. He always comes back excited and satisfied. Me and my friends have pressed him for exactly what contra dancing IS, but he always says that he can't explain it.... Continue reading

Posted Oct 1, 2012 at birdfriend

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When I look at other people's blogs, sometimes I get the feeling that their lives are just more beautiful than mine. Whatever they do, whether it's eating, crafting, or just lazing around, is just very very pretty. I know this is all an illusion-- of course everyone wants to make... Continue reading

Posted Sep 26, 2012 at birdfriend

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Lilac & Tribal Nails

A few weeks ago, I used some of those nail polish stickers for the very first time. It was Sally Hansen Salon Effects in Tri-bal it On, and though it took me longer than expected to put on, it ended up looking great! It didn't chip at all and lasted... Continue reading

Posted Sep 10, 2012 at birdfriend

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Street Style: Nuremberg

When I was in Germany, I couldn't help but notice all the cute outfits everywhere! Here are my favorites from Nuremberg.... love the ruffly top!! also, the mint flats. a long sheer skirt with a short slip... so romantic! nautical star scarf and cuffed boyfriend jeans. denim maxi dress with... Continue reading

Posted Sep 2, 2012 at birdfriend

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Rockin in Rothenburg

I just got back from the trip of a lifetime! It sounds cheesy, I know, but Germany was like nothing I'd ever experienced before. I had never been out of the country! Being surrounded by the foreign language and unfamiliar culture was like being in a dream. Sure, Europe isn't... Continue reading

Posted Aug 19, 2012 at birdfriend

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Kohl's 10% off Discount Code!

As a special gift from me and Kohl's, here is a discount code for 10% off any purchase at kohls.com! This can be combined with other discount codes and is good until August 23, so act fast!! Continue reading

Posted Aug 13, 2012 at birdfriend

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I'm halfway through my Germany trip and thought I'd upload a few pictures while I have internet! So enjoy this little preview of upcoming posts.... Continue reading

Posted Aug 5, 2012 at birdfriend

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One Hot Summer Day

I'm leaving for a long vacation in Germany tomorrow... so I thought I would post some quick outfit pictures before I go! top: Marshall's shorts: H&M necklace: American Eagle shoes: vintage purse: H&M top: Urban Outfitters shorts: Target belt: Forever 21 purse: American Eagle jewelry: Forever 21 & J. Crew... Continue reading

Posted Jul 29, 2012 at birdfriend

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The good news: I've been working plenty of hours at work! The bad news: I haven't had much time to work on anything else. I've been doing some weird embroidery lately but I'll save that for a later post. But for now, some things I've been into!! ART These awesome... Continue reading

Posted Jul 23, 2012 at birdfriend

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From Scratchboard to Screenprint

(This is a guest post by my super cool friend Mike Ferris. Mike is a recent graduate from the University of Central Missouri with degrees in Commercial Art Illustration and Studio Art Printmaking. He is currently working and living in Kansas City, Mo. He finds that travel, looking at other... Continue reading

Posted Jul 8, 2012 at birdfriend

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I just wanted to make a quick post to let everyone know that I am now selling my friendship bracelets on etsy! And here are a couple of sneak peeks into what I've been up to lately.... Continue reading

Posted Jul 5, 2012 at birdfriend

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Three Ways to Wear Jungle Cats

(This is a guest post by the delightful Valerie Detwiler, a fashion design student and intern at one of my favorite blogs, What I Wore. I've featured her awesome sense of style before at HerCampus!) Hello, Birdfriends! About a month ago I went up to Indy for some pre-summer shopping.... Continue reading

Posted Jun 30, 2012 at birdfriend

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wow, i love this idea! i always make goals for a semester, because i'm in college, but breaking things up even more would help me, i think :)

Commented Jun 29, 2012 on thoughts on monthly goal setting. at enJOY it by Elise Blaha Cripe

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Jun 29, 2012

What a great idea! I'm guilty of spending hours on one scrapbook page and I think this is a lot easier and cuter :)

Commented Jun 29, 2012 on DIY : Season Keeper at Fine and Feathered

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Jun 29, 2012

A few days ago as I was leaving work I stopped by Madewell and discovered that they were having a FANTASTIC sale. An extra 50% off everything on sale! I always like to look through Madewell because it's so inspirational, but I've never really thought I could afford it. But... Continue reading

Posted Jun 28, 2012 at birdfriend

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Thank you very much for the feedback! I will definitely add some alt-text for the categories. And I am thinking of making the left column smaller, with fewer pictures, so it's not so busy. You should decoupage your sketchbook! I would love to see it if you do.

Commented Jun 19, 2012 on Fashion Notebook DIY at birdfriend

I really like the idea of doing a weekly roundup but I still haven't figured out what kind of format I want to use. So here I am, trying something different! I'm going to pick my favorite online finds of the week and talk about what makes them so wonderful.... Continue reading

Posted Jun 17, 2012 at birdfriend

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Fashion Notebook DIY

I love pretty things. And who doesn't? So if I find anything, ANYTHING within my reach that is plain or boring, I find myself with an urge to decorate it. Luckily that's easy to achieve with this cheap and simple DIY! You will need: an old/boring notebook (or any other... Continue reading

Posted Jun 16, 2012 at birdfriend

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