{Everyday Inspiration} A day of red & fuchsia…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on April 12, 2011 in color, Everyday Inspiration, klt:tees, red and fuchsia, tulip fields, tulips, Uncategorized | 10 Comments

Color is everywhere in the valley now. The tulips just started blooming & after our yellow & green adventure last week, we decided to go immerse ourselves a different color yesterday. The sun finally came out & we found a muddy field of red to romp around in…

This field was bigger than the daffodil field we visited on Thursday. This one had a flower stand & Sayer wanted to get Chris some flowers since he didn’t get to join us. He picked them out & bought them himself- he was very pleased with his purchase. I’ve learned over the years to really take advantage of tulip time in our area. It’s nice to be able to explore the fields on days & at times that tourists aren’t around. We usually have the fields to ourselves. The fields will be buzzy with activity next weekend I’m sure. So, here is my red & fuchsia inspiration for the week. What colors are you drawn to lately?

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of red & fuchsia…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on April 12, 2011 in color, Everyday Inspiration, klt:tees, red and fuchsia, tulip fields, tulips | No Comments

Color is everywhere in the valley now. The tulips just started blooming & after our yellow & green adventure last week, we decided to go immerse ourselves a different color yesterday. The sun finally came out & we found a muddy field of red to romp around in…

This field was bigger than the daffodil field we visited on Thursday. This one had a flower stand & Sayer wanted to get Chris some flowers since he didn’t get to join us. He picked them out & bought them himself- he was very pleased with his purchase. I’ve learned over the years to really take advantage of tulip time in our area. It’s nice to be able to explore the fields on days & at times that tourists aren’t around. We usually have the fields to ourselves. The fields will be buzzy with activity next weekend I’m sure. So, here is my red & fuchsia inspiration for the week. What colors are you drawn to lately?

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of yellow & green…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on April 08, 2011 in color, daffodil fields, Everyday Inspiration, klt:tees, Skagit Valley | No Comments

The sun peeked out from behind a cloud for a few minutes today. So, Sayer & I grabbed our boots & cameras, then headed out the door for a little adventure. We don’t have to go very far to be surrounded by fields of yellow daffodils & lots of mud puddles (soon there will be tons of blooming tulips). Sayer told me that he wanted to take photos of the flowers… so that we did!

We jumped, we splashed, & we took photos. We even had a little “Sound of Music” moment. It’s safe to say that we’ll both sleep well tonight. The fresh air & gorgeous color did us some good. Hope you had a nice day too!

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of yellow & green…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on April 08, 2011 in color, daffodil fields, Everyday Inspiration, klt:tees, Skagit Valley, Uncategorized | 10 Comments

The sun peeked out from behind a cloud for a few minutes today. So, Sayer & I grabbed our boots & cameras, then headed out the door for a little adventure. We don’t have to go very far to be surrounded by fields of yellow daffodils & lots of mud puddles (soon there will be tons of blooming tulips). Sayer told me that he wanted to take photos of the flowers… so that we did!

We jumped, we splashed, & we took photos. We even had a little “Sound of Music” moment. It’s safe to say that we’ll both sleep well tonight. The fresh air & gorgeous color did us some good. Hope you had a nice day too!

{Four Finds} color is everywhere…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on March 06, 2011 in color, Everyday Inspiration, four finds, four fun finds | No Comments

andrea cavagnaro / suprbo / modern kiddo

The Rainbow House, London from Ab Rogers Design on Vimeo.

There are so many creative examples of brilliant color out there in cyberland. Color in all of it’s forms & textures inspires me, so I thought I would share four of my recent color finds with you.

{1} I’ve been quite drawn to Andrea Cavagnaro’s work using felt stacks. I think I like the form & texture as much as the color.

{2 & 3} I’m a total book nut- which is why the the book color wheel & rainbow Dr. Seuss books caught my attention immediately.

{4} The Rainbow House- Oh those stairs, those floors & that slide! Wouldn’t you just love to visit that space for awhile? I know I would….

Hope you are having a colorful weekend!

{video via minor details}

{Four Finds} color is everywhere…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on March 06, 2011 in color, Everyday Inspiration, four finds, four fun finds, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

andrea cavagnaro / suprbo / modern kiddo

The Rainbow House, London from Ab Rogers Design on Vimeo.

There are so many creative examples of brilliant color out there in cyberland. Color in all of it’s forms & textures inspires me, so I thought I would share four of my recent color finds with you.

{1} I’ve been quite drawn to Andrea Cavagnaro’s work using felt stacks. I think I like the form & texture as much as the color.

{2 & 3} I’m a total book nut- which is why the the book color wheel & rainbow Dr. Seuss books caught my attention immediately.

{4} The Rainbow House- Oh those stairs, those floors & that slide! Wouldn’t you just love to visit that space for awhile? I know I would….

Hope you are having a colorful weekend!

{video via minor details}

{Fun} the big four- zero…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on February 18, 2011 in 40, balloons, birthday, cheesecake, color, Louis Armstrong, photography | 22 Comments

Today was a good day. I turned 40 & it wasn’t that bad. Actually… I liked it. I feel like I sort of earned it really. It feels good to know who I am & to have learned a thing or two along those bumpy roads to here.

One of the things that my birthdays continuously remind me of (other than the reality of gravity), is that I have some truly wonderful people in my life. – Remarkable people who make me feel so lucky & brighten my every day. I find that I’m surrounded by friends who always go out of their way to make me feel special & I’m genuinely touched. On a day like today, I want to give something back- something simple & sweet for those that I care about….

Mini Cheese Cakes

24 Vanilla Wafers

1 tsp. Pure Vanilla Extract

2/3 Cup Sugar

3 large eggs

3 – 8oz. Philly Cream Cheese (Original)

Large can Cherry Pie Filling

1/2 tsp. Almond Extract

* Line muffin tins with cupcake liners. Place one vanilla wafer in each.

* Beat sugar, eggs & cream cheese for 5 minutes until smooth. Add vanilla.

* Divide into muffin cups & bake at 325 degrees for about 15 minutes. Will crack and brown slightly.

* Cool and chill overnight.

* Mix almond extract into Cherry Pie Filling to cover “tiny” taste.

Put 3-5 cherries on each serving. Can be eaten with fingers or spoon.

Makes 24-28 cheese cakes.

I’m telling you – this is goooooood cheesecake. I’ve requested this cheesecake for my birthdays since the days of braces, rollerskating, & slumber parties. Tonight, was no exception. We introduced Sayer to the wonders of these little gems & tomorrow (as tradition dictates) they will be my breakfast. This secret weakness of mine lies in your hands now… enjoy! Thank you for your friendship- it means the world to me (& it’s not just the wine & cheesecake talkin’)…

{Fun} the big four- zero…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on February 18, 2011 in 40, balloons, birthday, cheesecake, color, Louis Armstrong, photography, Uncategorized | No Comments

Today was a good day. I turned 40 & it wasn’t that bad. Actually… I liked it. I feel like I sort of earned it really. It feels good to know who I am & to have learned a thing or two along those bumpy roads to here.

One of the things that my birthdays continuously remind me of (other than the reality of gravity), is that I have some truly wonderful people in my life. – Remarkable people who make me feel so lucky & brighten my every day. I find that I’m surrounded by friends who always go out of their way to make me feel special & I’m genuinely touched. On a day like today, I want to give something back- something simple & sweet for those that I care about….

Mini Cheese Cakes

24 Vanilla Wafers

1 tsp. Pure Vanilla Extract

2/3 Cup Sugar

3 large eggs

3 – 8oz. Philly Cream Cheese (Original)

Large can Cherry Pie Filling

1/2 tsp. Almond Extract

* Line muffin tins with cupcake liners. Place one vanilla wafer in each.

* Beat sugar, eggs & cream cheese for 5 minutes until smooth. Add vanilla.

* Divide into muffin cups & bake at 325 degrees for about 15 minutes. Will crack and brown slightly.

* Cool and chill overnight.

* Mix almond extract into Cherry Pie Filling to cover “tiny” taste.

Put 3-5 cherries on each serving. Can be eaten with fingers or spoon.

Makes 24-28 cheese cakes.

I’m telling you – this is goooooood cheesecake. I’ve requested this cheesecake for my birthdays since the days of braces, rollerskating, & slumber parties. Tonight, was no exception. We introduced Sayer to the wonders of these little gems & tomorrow (as tradition dictates) they will be my breakfast. This secret weakness of mine lies in your hands now… enjoy! Thank you for your friendship- it means the world to me (& it’s not just the wine & cheesecake talkin’)…

{fun} colorful contraption…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on January 20, 2011 in color, contraption, fun, invention, Joseph L Griffiths, photography | No Comments

I’d take this Joseph L Griffiths contraption over going to the gym any day. I may have just discovered the answer to the annual conundrum of the exercise to studio time ratio…

{fun} colorful contraption…

Posted by kristinloffertheiss on January 20, 2011 in color, contraption, fun, invention, Joseph L Griffiths, photography, Uncategorized | 7 Comments

I’d take this Joseph L Griffiths contraption over going to the gym any day. I may have just discovered the answer to the annual conundrum of the exercise to studio time ratio…

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of red & fuchsia…

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of red & fuchsia…

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of yellow & green…

{Everyday Inspiration} A day of yellow & green…

{Four Finds} color is everywhere…

{Four Finds} color is everywhere…

{Fun} the big four- zero…

{Fun} the big four- zero…

{fun} colorful contraption…

{fun} colorful contraption…

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