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Ardor gift guide

2010-11-11T17:26:00.000-07:00

hey friends! for those of you who don't already know, I wanted to let you know that over at ardor, the NEW BLOG, I have put together a gift guide for all of you. I'm hoping it will help you all with your holiday shopping with specific people/personalities/ages in mind. Let me know what you think, see you over there!

i miss you...

2010-10-21T10:00:00.000-06:00

hello friends! i just wanted to stop in here and say how much I miss my lovely readers. Only some of you have made the switch over to Ardor and I do miss your comments and emails very much! If you haven't already, make the switch! Go into google reader and add www.ardorblog.com to your subscriptions, and if you would rather "follow" you are more than welcome to stay updated that way. We are going to have some great giveaways coming up and I'd hate my faithful readers to miss out!

Hope to see you over there guys. Have a great day!

ardor

2010-10-11T17:21:00.003-06:00

wondering why there wasn't a post today? there was! over at ardorblog.com! head over, subscribe, follow and comment! seriously guys, I love you all and don't want to lose you in the move. See you over there?

a Wedding + big news!

2010-10-08T11:17:00.000-06:00

Such a beautiful wedding over at Ruffled. I know it's been an increasingly popular trend, but the succulents are amazing!

Sorry, no obsessions this week. I've been getting the brand new site ready! I hope you will all check it out. www.ardorblog.com. Ardor will continue to be a site of daily inspiration, so if you like made by matchgirl, please switch over to ardor! You WON'T be disappointed! I hope I don't loose any of you lovely readers in the move to ardor. After weighing the pros and cons it was the best thing to do. The launch will be Monday, so make sure to check it out!

Have a lovely weekend friends, we'll see you Monday over at ardor!

Planet Fur

2010-10-07T10:52:00.000-06:00

When I saw these little guys over at Planet Fur I immediately tried to think of some excuse to get them.

Jessalin Beutler Giveaway!

2010-10-06T10:40:00.003-06:00

You guys are in for a treat! This giveaway is hosted by Jessalin Beutler, a personal favorite of mine. Jessalin Beutler is an abstract artist based out of Seattle, Washington who uses simple lines, shapes, and color to create unique, eye-catching clothing for men and women. Most garments are made to order and hand-painted by the artist. Much of her clothing is also made from organic and sustainable fabrics in a variety of styles: v-necks, long sleeve shirts, dresses, and more!

To one lucky reader, she is giving away $35 credit to her shop!

3 chances to win!

( COMMENT TO WIN )

simply visit jessalin's shop and leave a comment

with your favorite item from the shop.

( +1 EXTRA ENTRY )
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(note: please only comment once for the site you follow)

giveaway ends on monday, october 11th at 8am

ring love

2010-10-05T12:00:00.000-06:00

how amazingly sweet is this ring? simple band on the outside, remove for a secret message!

Typographic Doormat

2010-10-05T09:32:00.001-06:00

Love this two way typographic door mat, perfect for great and not so great days.

Bluebellgray

2010-10-04T10:02:00.000-06:00

I am seriously in love with these watercolor inspired pillows from Bluebellgray.

Have a fun weekend

2010-10-01T12:59:00.000-06:00

We're off to the north to celebrate my dad's birthday for the weekend. Pizza, cobbler, movies, bon fires and lots of playtime are up ahead! Have a great weekend friends, may it be a fun one! Here are my links for the week, enjoy!

{perfect baby blankets - in every color!}

{these pebble earrings are so unique and cute!}

{I want/need this custom address stamp}

{wouldn't this make for a stunning menu?}

{the solution to iphone picture taking}

{this coconut tart looks incredible}

{see Temple Grandin - trust me!}

Polly Whales

2010-10-01T08:55:00.000-06:00

Everything from Polly Whales is a-mazing! Don't believe me? Look for yourself!

toddler backpacks

2010-09-30T12:05:00.000-06:00

I don't know a toddler that wouldn't love one of these adorable backpacks. And the stuffed animals on the front are detachable, great for keeping the little ones occupied!

Candlestick Flashlight

2010-09-30T08:46:00.000-06:00

This lovely simple black candlestick is also a flash light.

Cool right?

Scarf Shop

2010-09-29T12:04:00.000-06:00

I know I just posted about scarves not that long ago, but these scarves from scarf shop are definitely worth mentioning. I love that they come in a range of colors and sizes. Fig, charcoal and almost black are my personal favorites!

DIY Doily Lantern

2010-09-29T09:42:00.000-06:00

Head over to The Happy Home to see the details of this adorable DIY doily lantern! If I were to do it, I might try my hand at colored doilies too. Festive!

Boskke

2010-09-28T12:13:00.000-06:00

How awesome would this be? Just reach up and clip off the herbs your recipe requires! {from Boskke}

Amazing Tickets

2010-09-28T09:13:00.000-06:00

You have to check out these incredible tickets Danyelle and Lindsay came up with for their event, PROJECT: craft. Just the tickets alone make me wish I could have been there!

ABC Print

2010-09-27T14:50:00.000-06:00

I love this ABC print from Tuesday Mourning. So colorful and such lovely penmanship!

Quote

2010-09-27T08:44:00.000-06:00

Pretty much everything from Quote is perfect. I love her unique designs and those leather straps are to die for!

Happy Weekend

2010-09-24T12:05:00.000-06:00

This weekend is going to be everything but relaxing for us. We have a dinner tonight to which I am bringing cornbread (yum) and a full Saturday/Saturday night filled with running around and good friends. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Until monday!

{love these pillows}

{a giveaway over at the bright side}

{beautifully simple rings from elephantine}

{all of danni's wedding plans - tomorrow's the day!}

{confetti garland - so cute!}

{fresh salsa}

DIY Geometric Prints

2010-09-24T09:04:00.000-06:00

Check out this oh so easy DIY tutorial on geometric fabric prints using tape. You won't be sorry!

Post-A-Plates

2010-09-23T11:53:00.000-06:00

Love these Post-A-Plates from Just Noey.

Outstanding in the Field

2010-09-23T09:07:00.001-06:00

How amazing would it be to attend an Outstanding in the Field dinner? Such a simple and genius idea!

{found via: say YES to hoboken}

industrial carts

2010-09-22T11:53:00.000-06:00

All of these would be welcome in my home. The first two I would use as a mini living room desk and the third could function as a sweet changing table, and the last one would hold so many purposes: drink cart, dessert cart, craft cart, you name it!

Amish made Scooters

2010-09-22T09:33:00.000-06:00

Don't these look like so much fun? Imagine taking a ride on a fall afternoon. Just you and your sweetheart. Perfect!

Vintage Oddity Update

2010-09-21T11:34:00.002-06:00

There are a couple of fun new additions to the Vintage Oddity shop. I only have a few so get em' while you can!
(Clock necklace:$30, Pocket watch with Skeleton key necklace: SOLD OUT 9/21)

scarf love

2010-09-21T08:52:00.000-06:00

One of my favorite parts of gearing up for fall, scarves!

Coloring book

2010-09-20T09:23:00.000-06:00

Were you one of those kids who loved to color all day? Are you still one of those kids? This coloring book from Olive Manna is great for children and adults alike. The patterns are lovely and perfect for unique color combinations!

Happy Weekend

2010-09-17T11:37:00.001-06:00

Have a wonderfully relaxing weekend friends! Here are some links to my weekly obsessions to tide you over till monday.

{LOVE this puppet theatre}

{i need the welcome wagon}

{this lovely wedding - love the handmade stage!}

{for the modern in me}

{this amazing calendar}

{this ampersand ring}

{DIY freezerpaper shirts - look so fun and easy!}

emersonmade does clothes

2010-09-17T08:39:00.000-06:00

I know I recently posted about Emersonmade, but not about their clothes. Their lovely, lovely clothes.

For the little man

2010-09-16T12:53:00.000-06:00

I've decided that this might be the perfect fall outfit for the little man.

Find it all over at J.Crew kids.

embroidery love

2010-09-16T09:31:00.000-06:00

Don't you just love pretty much all things hand embroidered?

For Fall

2010-09-15T11:57:00.000-06:00

Some sweet shoes for the upcoming months.

2011 Calendars

2010-09-15T08:52:00.001-06:00

2011 calendars are beginning to show up all over and I couldn't be more excited, I love calendars!

Perfect Rain Boots

2010-09-14T12:06:00.000-06:00

I found these lovely little rain booties over at Modish. Even though we don't get all that much rain here, we get our fair share of snow and these booties would be the perfect alternative to the ugly boots some are often forced into wearing in wet weather.

RE-Create

2010-09-14T09:41:00.000-06:00

Everything from RE-Create is amazing. Every item is re-cycled and made into a brand new item to love!

bike day

2010-09-13T10:39:00.001-06:00

In honor of bike day, here are some stunning vintage bicycles. From Papillionaire.

{via Frolic!}

Happy Monday

2010-09-13T08:56:00.000-06:00

photograph by: mkc photography

Happy Monday friends! How was your weekend? Do anything fun? Ours consisted of great food, mini golf, fantastic company, and a test run Thanksgiving dinner! It was a very good weekend.

Hope your week is off to a great start!

Weekly Obsessions

2010-09-10T11:50:00.000-06:00

photograph by: integrity studio

{beginning of fall bike rides}

{this embroidered watch}

{this pencil bag}

{vintage half pint bottles}

{this apartment tour - so simple and lovely}

{this chevron-ish pillow}

{love everything from this handcrafted wedding}

{a make your own book shop? yes please!}

{wanting to take just about every class here}

Happy weekend friends! Fall seems to be settling in nicely around here which makes me happy. I love fall. Sweaters, changing leaves, and warm drinks! Have a lovely weekend, see you monday!

Rifle Paper Co.

2010-09-10T09:36:00.000-06:00

Just some lovely paper products from Rifle Paper Co.

from Madewell

2010-09-09T11:08:00.002-06:00

Loving these new additions from Madewell. Swoon.

DIY Walnut Toy Boats

2010-09-09T08:51:00.000-06:00

You know you want one. Find out how to make your very own here.

Alphabet T-shirt

2010-09-08T10:52:00.000-06:00

A need for the little man.

Miniature Rhino

2010-09-07T09:16:00.000-06:00

From the embroidered constellations to the sweet messages in a bottle, everything from Miniature Rhino is lovely.

Perfect Grill

2010-09-06T14:59:00.000-06:00

In honor of Labor Day and all the grilling that comes with it I must say, I love this grill. Colorful, great size, perfect for football season kickoff BBQs and all other small gatherings!

Can I just say...

2010-09-06T10:00:00.000-06:00

I love being a mother. Happy Labor Day!

Happy Weekend

2010-09-03T11:06:00.001-06:00

Sorry, no weekly obsessions this week. A few technical difficulties :) Have a lovely long weekend friends. See you next week!

Sponsor Spotlight - Clover Love

2010-09-03T08:34:00.000-06:00

We are thrilled to have Katie from Clover Love as a sponsor here on made by matchgirl! Clover Love is a sweet little shop with handmade button earrings that are perfect for every occasion. They are just the right amount of color to brighten up your day and your outfit!

For a limited time, Katie will be offering 2 pairs for $8! Way too good to pass up. Just enter the promo code: madebymatchgirl at check out in the message to seller and you'll get your refund. It's that easy!

Sweet Party

2010-09-02T11:49:00.000-06:00

Love just about everything from this party featured on Hip Hip Hooray. Might have to steal a few ideas for upcoming parties!

For Twitter lovers

2010-09-02T09:05:00.000-06:00

For all you tweeters out there!

{Survival of the Hippest.}

GLOB Paints

2010-09-01T09:57:00.000-06:00

These paints from GLOB are made with organic extracts from gardenia to beets! Just add water and have unique fruity smells, like lemon verbena and basil to paint with!

Sponsor Spotlight - Ritzy Misfit

2010-09-01T08:15:00.000-06:00

If you haven't already, check out one of our sponsors, Ritzy Misfit. Beautiful, hand melted, hand stamped pendants in pretty much any color! Newest to the shop are the gold pendants, just in time for fall.

Where your heart is

2010-08-31T13:22:00.000-06:00

There are a lot of beautiful details catching my eye from Where Your Heart Is. Everything is so bright and cheery! How could you not wake up happy every morning? I especially love that hand crocheted blanket.

Boot Love

2010-08-31T09:00:00.000-06:00

Would love these boots from Trampoline. Perfect for pretty much every fall ensemble. Vintage Frye? Come on.

America by Manvsink

2010-08-30T14:44:00.000-06:00

Since we just got back from a cross county trip, maps have been on the mind. I have a long list of maps I would like to buy and this one from Manvsink is one to add to the list!

Invitations - Lovely Design

2010-08-30T08:31:00.000-06:00

Such a sweet, simple and affordable idea for an invitation from Lovely Design! Anything using washi tape is a great idea.

{via hip hip hooray!}

Weekly Obsessions

2010-08-27T10:45:00.000-06:00

photograph by: abby trys again

I know it's been a while since I've shared some obsessions.

So here are some goodin's to hopefully make up for it!

{This oh so clever scratch map}

{everything from kamlamp company}

{this awesome DIY matching game}

{napkin ring ideas - coming soon!}

{this tooth vessel - enough said}

{pretty much everything from contrary, but especially this}

{this getaway house - amazing!}

{everything from A.P.C.'s fall collection}

{lovely colorful tights}

I hope you have a wonderfully lovely weekend. We are officially back in Utah and visiting with my side of the family for a few days before heading back down to our humble abode. Happy weekend!

Sweet Mug

2010-08-27T08:20:00.000-06:00

Such a wonderful idea, especially for the upcoming fall/winter months!

{via Mocha}

Triangle Love

2010-08-26T09:51:00.000-06:00

{from Poketo via Target}

I've had a thing for the geometric lately, so here are some lovely products all having to do with triangles. Enjoy!

Stamp Love

2010-08-25T09:37:00.000-06:00

I seriously think this custom hand made rubber address stamp from Ampersandity is a must have. Perfect for wedding announcements, or even for everyday mailing!

Engagement Shoot

2010-08-24T07:25:00.001-06:00

Such a beautiful engagement photo shoot from HeatherHPhotography.

Secret Messege Envelopes

2010-08-23T07:42:00.000-06:00

A sweet something for someone you love who might be having a not so great day/week/month.

Hope your Monday is a good one!

Home Love + Happy Weekend

2010-08-20T14:58:00.002-06:00

Every now and then I see someone's home and my heart goes a flutter. This home featured on d*s was no exception!

Have a lovely weekend friends! We will be soaking in as much Florida sun as we can before we leave on Monday morning to head back home. It's a bitter sweet feeling, but it'll be nice to be home again. See you Monday!

Celebratory Flags

2010-08-20T08:28:00.000-06:00

Love this idea from mermag. For her hubby's birthday, she created this lovely little celebratory shrine in his honor using his various "titles", i.e. "father", "husband", "friend"...so clever!

Business cards

2010-08-19T09:52:00.000-06:00

I have been on the look out for some new business card ideas as I am in dire need of some new ones.These last ones are from Melissa at ISLY. She made them to hand out at Blogher, well done Melissa! Those adorable cookies take the cake! (waahh waaa)

Emmersonmade

2010-08-18T08:23:00.000-06:00

Per usual, everything from Emmersonmade makes my heart skip a beat.

Pencil sculptures

2010-08-17T07:30:00.000-06:00

how incredible are these hand carved pencil sculptures?

Tattoos. Swoon.

2010-08-16T13:27:00.000-06:00

{via Ampersandity}

{via A Cup of Jo}

{via google} :)

Though I have no tattoos and don't plan to, I have seen so many adorable, sweet, sentimental and just down right awesome ones lately, I just had to make a very small "swoon" collection.

Happy Monday

2010-08-16T07:08:00.000-06:00

How was your weekend? Do anything fun? This was our 2nd to last weekend on our Florida getaway so you better believe I made the best of this Florida sun! Hope your week is looking like a good one!

Be sure to check back later this week, we've got a sweet giveaway for you to win!

Bookshelf Love

2010-08-13T10:26:00.000-06:00

love this idea for a book shelf.

Have a lovely weekend friends. See you back here on Monday!

Paola Zakimi

2010-08-12T07:11:00.000-06:00

I found Paola Zakimi's shop a few weeks ago and have been enamoured with the prints ever since. So sweet and unique!

How to...

2010-08-11T08:22:00.000-06:00

In case you were wondering, this is how to transport a whale.

Centerpiece love

2010-08-10T09:43:00.001-06:00

Isn't this bud vase centerpiece lovely?

Today...

2010-08-09T08:41:00.000-06:00

{photograph by: Yangmiemie}

Today is the little man's half birthday! To celebrate we're going try our hands at kite flying, have a picnic on the beach, and of course play!

What are you up to today?

Stair love

2010-08-06T08:31:00.000-06:00

Some of the most beautifully done stairways ever!

{via d*s (of course!)}

Animag Photo Stands

2010-08-05T09:51:00.000-06:00

I am so tempted to get these adorable photo stands from Photojojo.

Gold brushed bowls

2010-08-04T11:23:00.000-06:00

I would love to finish a bowl of chowder in one of these bowls and be happily surprised by the lovely gold inside.

House Love

2010-08-03T08:40:00.002-06:00

This little home is perfect in just about every way.

I love the huge antique globe, and the wall of mirrors.

{via A Cup of Jo}

Renegade Craft Fair Wrap up

2010-08-02T11:11:00.001-06:00

The fair was amazing and crazy! There were so many awesome vendors it was hard to choose favorites let alone purchase anything. But don't worry, I did purchase. And here are some of my favorite things:

The absolute most beautiful terrariums I have seen. I am a sucker for succulents and these terrariums from Chandra Abel Designs had plenty!

These lovely nesting bowls. So perfectly crafted - a real temptation!

And last but certainly not least, these lovely necklaces from Orange Slice. I especially love the dark brown one.

And here are my purchases: a cute notepad, a solid brass pencil sharpener, and a beautiful necklace from Nous Savons! I love them all! And, they were actually quite affordable. I bought more items for the hubby and the little man, but I can't reveal those just yet ;)

All in all Renegade was awesome and I will definitely be applying for the Holiday show in December!

Weekly obsessions

2010-07-30T09:45:00.001-06:00

{these blocks}

{these bow ties}

{fresh pesto}

{this kids table}

{jonesing for a polaroid camera - suggestions?}

Yesterday I arrived in San Fransisco! I'm so excited to spend the week exploring the city, spending time with my mom and sister and of course to go to the Renegade Craft Fair! What are your plans this weekend? If you happen to be at Renegade, I hope to see you there!

relax

2010-07-29T09:23:00.000-06:00

Can't you imagine spending an afternoon in here with a good book?

You gotta love that natural lighting.

Modern family trees

2010-07-28T12:20:00.001-06:00

Loving these modern geneology charts from My Tree and Me.

{via marvelous kiddo}

Satchel love

2010-07-27T13:21:00.001-06:00

This satchel from Vanport Outfitters has got my heart beating out of control.

Balloon place settings

2010-07-26T06:33:00.000-06:00

Isn't this idea great? So sweet and simple and perfect for so many different events!

{via Frolic!}

Weekly Obsessions

2010-07-23T11:09:00.017-06:00

{this clock}

{this panini recipe}

{Inception - a must see!}

{gearing up for California next week}

This week has been a great, imaginitive week for me. Lots of new ideas that I am excited to experiment with. Lots of "out of the box" thinking. I am hoping to jot the ideas down this weekend for future reference.

I am pumped about the weekend we have ahead, yard sales, a tropical storm (they make great waves) and a double date with my best friend and her hubby. Have a lovely weekend friends!

Fragment Lights

2010-07-23T09:48:00.000-06:00

You've probably seen these around the blogging world, but I just had to share with those who might not have seen them! I am head over heels for these Fragment Lights from Anzfer Farms. I love how unique they are and that it is all reclaimed!

P.S. Pretty much everything from Anzfer Farms is incredible.

After Shower

2010-07-22T09:25:00.000-06:00

Some lovely little numbers from After Shower.

Indoor Garden

2010-07-21T07:20:00.000-06:00

How amazing would it be to have an indoor garden? To have a whole room dedicated to plants, herbs and trees! I'd be in heaven. Especially during those cold and snowy winter months.

Wooden Camera

2010-07-20T09:59:00.000-06:00

I have been in need of a new camera for a while now. Perhaps I should just get this as my new camera. It's far more affordable, and awfully adorable.

Deck Towel

2010-07-19T09:01:00.001-06:00

These linen towels would be perfect for a variety of summer outdoor activities. And of course, I love the stripes! {found via frolic!}

Weekly Obsessions

2010-07-16T07:23:00.001-06:00

{toasted coconut icecream}

{the hunger games series - so good!}

{this phone case}

{beach sunsets}

{these necklaces: 1, 2|}

{kite flying}

What are your weekly obsessions?
I'd love to check some out!

Have a lovely weekend friends!

Flying Wish Paper

2010-07-15T07:19:00.000-06:00

FWP from i art u on Vimeo.

Check out this video from i art u. The idea is so simple and whimsical, perfect for summer wishing!

Useful Clothespins

2010-07-14T09:31:00.000-06:00

Though I have made loads of these, I can still think of about 100 uses for these adorable clothespins. Chip clip, receipt holder together-er, art on a clothesline, need I go on? What would you use them for?

Hand Painted Stripes

2010-07-13T11:27:00.000-06:00

I fell in love with this idea as soon as I saw it. Hand painted stripes! Such a clever way to show off imperfections. I think this would look fantastic in a living room or toddler's room. Someday...

{found via Frolic!}

Container for one thing

2010-07-12T22:04:00.000-06:00

I love the simplicity of this container intended for only one thing. The hard part is deciding what thing to dedicate to such a lovely space!

Weekly Obsessions

2010-07-09T09:52:00.000-06:00

{everything involved in this wedding}

{new summer drink recipes}

{my new phone!}

{this adorable veggie tote}
{sea salt gelato}

What are your plans for this weekend? A night on the town? A BBQ? A nice weekend of absolutely nothing? We are off on a surprise getaway! I am surprising the hubby and I couldn't be more excited. I am looking forward to some qualitydown time. Thank heavens for grandma and grandpa for watching the little guy! Whatever you do this weekend, enjoy it!

Typewriter Guest "Book"

2010-07-08T09:30:00.000-06:00

I love this idea of having a vintage typewriter for wedding guests to leave messages with. So unique and clever! {via Ruffled}

Meant to Be

2010-07-07T10:54:00.000-06:00

Being in Florida has brought back a lot of mushy memories for the hubby and me. We met here, dated here and were married here. I think we are starting to gross some people out. Ah well! So I saw this print and loved it! I think most people feel like they were "meant" for their significant other and this print from Bang Bang You're Thread is a lovely daily reminder!

Moxie Doll

2010-07-06T13:47:00.001-06:00

I saw these adorable embroideries from Moxie Doll over at The Brightside Project and I just had to share!

Hello from Florida!

2010-07-05T10:19:00.000-06:00

Hi friends! I feel like I have been away from the blogging world for far too long! Hope all is well in your lives. We arrieved safely in Florida after 3 straight days of driving! The little man did extremely well and we are so happy to be here with family and friends for the next 6 weeks. There is something so nostalgic about visiting where you grew up. We are excited to re-visit old memories, make new ones and of course, get some sun!