Project 365: The Full Collection Part 4

To wrap up my Project 365 officially, here is the last round of photos! January 18, 2011 - March 23, 2011:

A few facts about my 365:

* Our kitty Kaito makes 27 appearances

* I'm in 52 photos 

* Husby makes it in 33 

* 72 different people

* 18 photos with food

* Used a total of 4 different cameras to complete

I'm so proud of this accomplishment and I really loved doing this challenge. I'm usually horrible at any kind of journaling, so to have a year documented in photographs triggers so many amazing memories that might have been forgotten otherwise. I'm in the process of developing a new 365 project to be started soon and I can't wait to share when I have my final decision. :) If you have been working on any type of 365 project, or completed one, feel free to share your link! I'd love to take a peek.

A happy weekend to you!

Project 365: The Full Collection Part 3

Part 3 of my Project 365 collection. October 10, 2010 - January 17, 2011:

During this time-frame, (toward the end) I received a new camera from my husband and got extra inspiration to improve my photographs. :)

Keep a lookout for that last part of my collection coming soon! And now, I'm going to rest -- I think I might be coming down with a bug, which stinks because this weekend is supposed to be gorgeous...

I hope you have a happy April!

Project 365: The Full Collection Part 2

And here is round 2 of the complete collection! See part 1 here. :) July 2, 2010 - October 9, 2010:

More things I learned from doing Project 365:

* Keeping your camera on you at all times gives you the opportunity to capture really important, fun, exciting, and inspiring moments.

* It's really easy to take a horrible photograph...but with a little effort and thinking, (and a new perspective) you can capture something that's really very beautiful.

* I have really improved in my photography skills. The first batch and this one compared to my last photographs is SO different. 

AND I'm out for a coffee break...hope your day is wonderful and cozy!

Project 365: The Full Collection Part 1

To celebrate the end of my Project 365, I wanted to share all 365 pictures with you in 4 parts. Here is the very beginning: March 24, 2010 - July 1, 2010:

A Few Things I learned from Project 365:

* Disciplining myself to commit to a project

* Proving to myself that I could do it!

* Journaling through photography gave me more memories//clarity of my year

Thanks for taking a peek! Be on the lookout for parts 2-4 coming soon!

Project 365: Day 362-365 - la fin

This week has really been wonderful. I wrapped up my work week, then Jonathon and I packed our bags for a thirty minute trip to his parents' house where we stayed for the weekend. We threw a wedding shower for some good friends of ours, spent time with the family, took a little break from our everyday happenings, and ate lots of yummy food! Now, I am refreshed and relaxed for this week to start. :)

On another note, I am so excited to announce that I have officially completed my first year of Project 365! For those of you who may not be familiar with project 365, you can read more info about it here, but in short, it's one photo, everyday for a year. I am so thankful that I decided to capture this particular year. To give you just a little idea of what the year entailed, here is a brief wrap-up: senior year of college, graduation, wedding showers, wedding day, honeymoon, first home, first little kitten, jobs, first holidays together as a married couple, the start of MaieDae!! -- and so much more. I started 365 before I began this blog, so most of you have just jumped into the tail-end of my project, but keep on the lookout this week for a special post (image heavy) of all 365 photos! Here are the final four photos:

5 FAVORITE POSTS THIS WEEK

* March Sponsor Giveaway by My Girl Thursday (psst! there's a surprise from me!)

* Tic Tac Toe - Stamp Set by Design*Sponge

* Flashlight Fun by Tea Talk

* Get Organized with Manostiles Boxes by Decor8

* Spring Shop Update: VLOG Style by MaieDae

3 THINGS ABOUT YOURS TRULY

* Last week, Jon and I built a two-story house out of boxes for our kitty Kaito

* I REALLY enjoy finances and keeping up with bills and our house-hold budget

* I enjoy roller staking, ice skating, and snow skiing -- and I'm not horrible at them either!

Don't forget! Here are a couple things on the blog to check out:

* Have a random question for me?? Ask me here and I'll answer on the blog soon. 

* Did you win the March Sponsor Giveaway? Check here!

* Want to win a special goodie from my shop? Enter here to win. 

* Last chance to sponsor MaieDae in April! Click here for more info.

Wishing you all the very best!

Project 365: Day 355-361

This week, I have been playing catch up on some design projects and having my wonderful father-in-law "papa" help Jon and I file our taxes. I'm so thankful for helpful parents! AND I finally decided on bedding for our room (see this post.) Can't wait to show you! -- Only four days left on Project 365. Bittersweet. :)

   

* Jewelry Display DIY by Paper Sparrow

* Homemade Iced Caramel Latte by Yellow Songbird

* A Photo an Hour by Dainty Squid

* The Story of My First Dress Collection by A Beautiful Mess

* Guess What?! - Exciting Announcement by MaieDae

* I have an unnatural collection of eyeshadows.

* Current show I'm watching with Jon: "Community". LOVE Abed and señor Chang!

* I won't wear shirts or shorts without tights. I get too cold! 

Happy Sunday!

Project 365: Day 348-354

Ten days away from completing my Project 365 (including today)! Here is a peek into my week:

* Home Ec e-course by Freckled Nest

* My Favorite iPhone Photo Apps by A Beautiful Mess

* Five Dolla Art by Young House Love

* DIY Flower Crown by Bleubird

* C3 Stylehouse by MaieDae

    

* I LOVE Mountain Dew...in a glass....with a bendy straw.

* I'm 5'3'' -- I topped out in height at 13.

* My natural hair color is diiirrrrtttyyy blonde.

Project 365: Day 341-347

This week has been filled to the brim with crafts. We are getting ready for our first show at a Christian women's conference near Atlanta, so every spare minute has been filled with making flowers, jewelry, getting our display together, and designing print pieces. I can't WAIT!  We are selling this Thursday and Friday...so I'll be sure to show pictures of the event. Also, everything we don't sell will start showing it's face in the shop. I've got some new pieces and fabrics and that are just beautiful...

I cannot believe I'm only 18 days away from finishing my 365! I'll be doing a fun tribute post at the end of my project. Right now I'm just trying to decide if I'll continue into year two...or wait??

* When in Doubt, Get Cute & Cuddle a Puppy by Kyla Roma

* Strawberries & Cream Pound Cake by From Scratch

* DIY Monogram Mugs by Poppytalk

* Handmade Community? by YellowSongbird

* 30 Photos by MaieDae

     

* I really love the name Darci and have been planning on naming my future daughter that since Junior year of college.

* When I was little, my dad used to sing//play Free Fallin' by Tom Petty on the guitar while I danced around the living room.

* One night when I was 6, I prayed that I would wake up and God would make me Mary-Kate & Ashley's triplet. 

Project 365: Day 334-340

This week has been amazing. I returned to my love from almost a week and a half in San Antonio. We wrapped up this weekend by going on a short ski trip in North Carolina with my family. A peaceful way to end a long work week.

* OLD PHOTO LOVE By BleuBird

* Pregnant Belly & Fruit By A CUP OF JO

* Nice Things By One Pearl Button

* The Wedding Cake Dress By A Beautiful Mess

* Cozy Hideaways By MaieDae

* Went skiing for the first time this weekend and I did really well! One more thing to check off my "22 Before 2012" list.

* My hair has been dirty blonde, red, dark brown, black, light brown, purply-brown, and platinum.

* My favorite hot drink at Starbucks - Cinnamon Dolce Latte, extra whip please!

Project 365: Day 327-333

BUSY week! I've been gone since Tuesday, working with production and graphics at the Chick-fil-A seminar. The days have been long, but I have been productive. I have put so much design work into this seminar and it's just blowing my mind to see my work around every corner! I do, however, miss my husband. I wish he could be here to enjoy the beautiful weather. 

* 20 Inspiring Corners of Home by Decor8

* Outtakes by MooreaSeal

* Make Your Own Mentor by Kyla Roma

* Wrapped Crystal Pendany DIY by Seablanket

* Top 25 Most Played by MaieDae

* I do not enjoy showering, but I do it anyway for the sake of humanity...and my husband.

* I usually pronounce 20% of my words oddly or completely incorrect. This fact tickles my husband, but at least he thinks I'm cute.

* Although I work for Chick-fil-A corporate...I have never gotten tired of eating their food. I love me some chicken!

Project 365: Day 320-326

Happy Valentine's to you! This week, we went on a double date with our friends to see Romeo & Juliet. Yesterday, my sweetheart surprised me with a gorgeous little pair of diamond studs! I mentioned that I might want a pair months ago and he remembered!! I love how thoughtful he is. He makes my heart so happy.

* Set Design: The Civil Wars by oh my deer.

* Here's Something New: Screenprinted Fabric Blocks by My Girl Thursday

* New Website Tour by A Beautiful Mess

* Some Lovely Decals by I Just Might Explode

* Valentine's DIYs by MaieDae

* I LOVE roller-coasters.

* I could never get tired of the show "Boy Meets World".

* Icing is the best part of the cake. 

Project 365: Day 313-319

Great week! Worked on a handful of design projects, did some planning for MaieDae, and today is Sunday which means family day! So, while I'm making hundreds of flowers for the upcoming MaieDae handmades sale, I'm spending some good time with my family and the in-laws. Hope you enjoy your Superbowl Sunday!

• leather bows...by Design is Mine
• The Collector Part 2 by Dainty Squid 
• Making a Custom Day Planner Part 2 by Kyla Roma
• How to Give your Photos a Cool Retro Analog Effect by Poppytalk
• A Couple Things I'm Way too Excited About by MaieDae

• I used to wear an eye-patch when I was little (my left eye ain't so good.)
• I've been out of the country 5 times. 
• My first celebrity crush was Jonathan Taylor Thomas from "Home Improvement". :)