the letter E and the number 2! It’s Emily’s 2nd Birthday!
Emily loves everything Sesame Street, especially Elmo. What better way to celebrate than to theme her party in what she loves most.
Due to some minor weather issues, we moved the party inside, but that didn’t stop the fun. I set up a little “photo booth” station to take advantage of my new Polaroid. It was a great take away item and the parents loved the idea - BIG hit for sure!
I can only take credit for the invites and photography…all other party items where done my the mom herself.
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Classic Car Show. While visiting the beautiful historic downtown of Winter Garden one Saturday afternoon, there happen to be a classic car show going on. With camera in hand, it was a great opportunity to play photographer. The car owners are very passionate and touching or going on a joy ride was not an option. I enjoyed exploring and stopping in at the local coffee shop…I heart the sweet city of Winter Garden.
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OH BOY! Let me introduce the handsome Jackson, who’s a bundle of joy not only to his first time parents, but those around him. I had the chance to snap some shots of him with his cousin on a nice Sunday afternoon. The key to any “photo shoot” with a baby is think fast and snap lots. Get ready Jackson, I’ll be back for more!
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Flowers, butterflies, flip flops and sunglasses…it’s Spring Time! Also time to celebrate someone turning one…which means it’s time to plan a party and send invites. All my little friends are growing up fast and keeping me busy.
I had the pleasure to not only design the invite, but cupcake toppers and favor tags…lots of fun, can’t wait till next birthday!
Little Livi is the perfect hostess, welcoming everyone with a smile and “HI” to all her guest. It was hard to keep up with the excited birthday girl! :)
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I was asked to complete a painting of an idea by my first paying client! It was going to be a beast of a painting, the largest I’ve ever had to do, but I was up to the challenge.
The concept was really no different from my other paintings…taking a design and tracing it to canvas. This time it was on larger scale with lots of more going on. I photographed some of the process over the many weeks it took to finish.
The inspiration was taken from a pillow design and blown up to fit the canvas. It really goes well with the rest of the room, standing out against the orange wall.
The client was very pleased to have this finishing touch to her “sanctuary.” I’m happy to know that I was able to make it possible…it really was worth every penny :)
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Birthday Coupon fun. I decided to get a little extra creative for a friend’s birthday this year, cause I believe a birthday is just as important as any holiday! With a little help from fellow friends, I was able to come up with 18 coupons (to be used only once)….I call it the “YEAR OF JOE LANE!” - use wisely and enjoy!
The holidays are the perfect time to get your hands dirty and really get your craft on! Buying gifts are always fun too, but I wanted some gifts to have that handmade touch. Flipping through my monthly Better Homes & Gardens magazine, I came across the perfect items to make…felt coasters and monogram note cards.
You can use any pattern for the coasters, but I loved the flower shaped pattern that was provided on the website. I added something a little more to the coasters that wasn’t mentioned in the how to: cork board by using fusible webbing (a form of adhesive/iron on) paper onto each felt pattern. It really made for that “coaster” feel and displays well under a cup of hot tea or coffee.
What could be more charming than handmade coasters? Handmade note cards! Pick your letter/font of choice, make a stencil, use scrap fabric and cut some card stock. Finish up by adding fancy colored envelopes.
These special gifts where made for my sister-in-law and mother-in-law, who I love dearly. I knew they would appreciate every detail.
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Savannah, Georgia…the best weekend getaway I experienced, not only once, but twice in one year. I honestly can’t wait to go back, I love Savannah and everything it has to offer. From the history, the art and the food. It’s a beautiful town, even the people you meet.
On a side note…I’ve never been a huge fan of grits until I tried Huey’s (on River Street) cheesy grits and they are truly heaven in your mouth! Don’t forget to stop in if you ever go for a weekend drive.
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I wouldn’t really get excited about receiving a book on Christmas morning…unless it contained lots of photos…in which Design*Sponge has plenty of. I’m inspired my many blogs and find myself getting carried away looking at them all. Design*Sponge founder, Grace Bonney, published a book recently sharing DIY projects and her famous before and after projects. I’m ready to snuggle on the couch and get started on my DIY list.
A surprise gift…Fujifilm’s Instax Mini 25 Polaroid camera - more of a fun, photo booth in your pocket kind of camera. It produces cute little wallet size pictures to share with friends or post on the fridge.
I believe new projects and photo fun is in my future…can’t wait!
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This Christmas I decided to go the photo route by using the best model I know…our little riot, Toby. He’s pretty much our little star and why not take this holiday season to share some pug love!
I can’t take the credit for the funny tag line, props to my co-worker Doug and his love of words. Feliz Navi Dog was a perfect fit!
Toby was no angel, a little bit of a ham, but enjoy some outtakes below of what it took to really get that perfect photo!
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and Holiday Season!
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