tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87448205614475512002024-03-13T07:20:47.917-04:00Kyla Is InspiredKyla Is Inspired is a fashion, design, illustration and inspiration blog of Kyla Covert.Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.comBlogger502125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-41384255577587339102013-09-17T07:26:00.002-04:002013-09-17T07:26:50.112-04:00BRB<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/break91713.png" alt="taking a break" />
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Well, I feel like this has been creeping up on me for a long time. Ever since <a href="http://www.kylaisinspired.com/2013/04/exciting-news.html">this</a> happened, I've been pretty frazzled and stressed, and have been working long hours that leave me exhausted when I get home. Keeping up this blog feels like a job, and the last thing i want to feel like is that I have <em>two</em>.
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I have actually had big plans for this blog with a new layout and a move to wordpress...I just need some time to focus on getting that up and running before I can continue posting daily. I'm almost there, but I need some time to get everything set. I'll still continue posting on <a href="https://twitter.com/kylacovert" target="_blank">twitter</a> & <a href="http://instagram.com/kylacovert" target="_blank">instagram</a>, so be sure to follow me there.
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See you soon! Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-40185789813549843352013-09-15T17:40:00.003-04:002013-09-15T17:42:13.813-04:00What I Wore | New HairSome of you might have seen on my <a href="http://instagram.com/kylacovert" target="_blank">instagram</a> that I cut my hair...and here it is! I'm still getting used to it to be honest (it wasn't what I had in mind...) but it definitely feels lighter. Any tips on getting used to a new cut??
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Also can we talk about how it's finally cooling down and making room for Fall? I'm so excited to be wearing boots & blazers again!Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-75414662495742511272013-09-13T06:00:00.000-04:002013-09-13T06:00:11.038-04:00Happy Friday!<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/friday_september13.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | happy friday!" />
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Ok, I am <em>dying</em> to try this <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/54113632996204107/" target="_blank">2 ingredient ice cream</a>, since it doesn't involve an ice cream maker, yay! Have you tried this recipe? I really want to know if it will come out like the recipe....sometimes I try a recipe and it comes out way off.
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<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/54113632996204107/" target="_blank">ice cream</a> | <a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2013/09/11/whimsical-palm-springs-wedding-joanna-adam/" target="_blank">wedding photo</a> | <a href="http://miasingson.tumblr.com/post/1148628805" target="_blank">pattern</a>Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-79662372114342356632013-09-12T06:29:00.001-04:002013-09-12T06:29:20.344-04:00Currently Loving | Dark Romance<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/loving-dark-romance.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | currently loving" />
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<a href="http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/s--Oysho-Lingerie-W-12-Look-Book0-15866-1.html" target="_blank">oysho lingerie</a> |
<a href="http://blogg.amelia.se/lindalomelino/2013/08/20/brod-fran-feldts/" target="_blank">bread photography</a> |
<a href="http://www.jessicahische.is/letteringforagreatcause" target="_blank">type invitations</a> |
<a href="http://dribbble.com/shots/1181328-Freebie-Friday-Flat-Transparent-UI-Kit-PSD-link-inside?list=following" target="_blank">design - PSD</a> |
<a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2013/08/07/backyard-movie-night/" target="_blank">popped corn</a> |
<a href="http://somewheresplendid.com/2010/10/11/diy-project-halloween-favor-bottles/" target="_blank">diy pop rocks favors</a>
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I made this post thinking it would be perfect as we transition to fall....NOPE says the weather, we're going to be stuck in hot & humid! (<a href="http://capitalgamer.blogspot.com/2013/04/top-10-things-i-learned-at-awesomecon-dc.html" target="_blank">this</a> no longer applies.) But there is still something to be said about the dark mystery of these colors. I think I'll find myself gravitating more towards this style as the cooler months roll in. Are you a fan of this dark romance vibe?Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-78630294807514054432013-09-10T06:00:00.000-04:002013-09-10T06:00:06.328-04:00Product & Print | 054<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint054.jpg" alt="product & print" />
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Although I don't normally gravitate towards things that are black & white for my home, I can appreciate the simple statements that graphic prints provide. I love this <a href="http://www.landofnod.com/new-kids-seating/new/numbers-pouf-natural/f12734" target="_blank">numbers pouf</a> from Land of Nod, and think it would make such a fun piece for a living room or play room. And the teapot <a href="http://society6.com/product/COFFE--LOVE_Print?tag=typography" target="_blank">print</a> would make an adorable addition to a kitchen!
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Also, I had a very nice time at the wedding this weekend, thanks to all who asked! It was the first wedding I was in, and I have to say...that's a lot of stress for just a few hours, huh? ;)Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-20409405490336579162013-09-06T06:25:00.000-04:002013-09-06T06:25:45.301-04:00Happy Friday!I'm heading off for my friend's wedding this weekend, so I decided to do a sort-of wedding-themed girly & pretty Happy Friday post today!
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<a href="http://bklynbrideonline.com/18074/week-in-review/sneaky-peek/" target="_blank">large balloon</a> |
<a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/florida-weddings/2011/06/16/the-ribault-club-wedding-by-kristen-weaver-photography/" target="_blank">floral centerpieces</a> |
<a href="http://honestlywtf.com/home/pom-pom-factory/" target="_blank">pom factory</a>
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What are you doing this weekend?Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-49359946144263413012013-09-05T06:00:00.000-04:002013-09-05T06:00:04.016-04:00Throwback Thursday | 2I'm so excited that you all seemed to enjoy the first <a href="http://www.kylaisinspired.com/2013/08/throwback-thursday.html" target="_blank">Throwback Thursday</a> post, and even more excited that many of you also started out in the same way! I'm definitely going to keep this column up, but I think I may make it every two weeks.
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/throwback-thursday3.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | throwback thursday" />
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Even back then, I guess I was a fan of color, ha!
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint053.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | product & print" />Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-54454916260738300272013-09-01T12:50:00.000-04:002013-09-01T12:50:16.965-04:00Recipe | Peach Margaritas<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/peachmargaritas1.jpg" alt="peach margaritas" />
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So this weekend I was able to go peach picking with some of my friends, and despite the hot, humid weather, we were able to make some pretty kick-butt margaritas :) My friend <a href="http://www.karynjimenezelliott.com/" target="_blank">Karyn</a> just recently moved into a new house, so we took the photos there. and hung out with her adorable 6-month-old and italian greyhound pups. Thanks for the help with the photos, <a href="http://logicoftheline.com/" target="_blank">Anthony</a> & <a href="http://samkowal.com/" target="_blank">Sam</a>!
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<strong>PERFECT PEACH MARGARITAS</strong><br />
You will need:
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<li>5 ripe peaches</li>
<li>1 1/3 cup Souza blue</li>
<li>2/3 cup peach schnapps</li>
<li>3 cup crushed ice</li>
<li>1/3 cup sugar</li>
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All you need to do is peel & mash up the peaches, add all ingredients to blender and mix to your desired consistency (I like mine to still have good sized chunks of peaches). And <em>bam</em>, perfect peach margaritas :)Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-23503865537450226932013-08-30T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-30T06:00:09.689-04:00Happy Friday!<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/friday_august30.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | happy friday!" />
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<a href="http://www.behance.net/gallery/Saigon-Landmarks/10312311" target="_blank">saigon landmarks</a> | <a href="http://visualoptimism.blogspot.com/2013/08/yana-bovenistier-and-chavelli-inghels.html" target="_blank">elle belgium editorial</a> | <a href="http://www.happyolks.com/caramelized-fig-ice-cream/" target="_blank">caramelized fig ice cream</a>
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Do you have an exciting plans for the weekend? I was 100% sure I had to work on Monday, but I just found out I didn't, so that brightened my mood! I'm heading out with my friends to go peach picking on Saturday, then I fully plan on making peach pie & peach margaritas :) Although that <a href="http://www.happyolks.com/caramelized-fig-ice-cream/" target="_blank">caramelized fig ice cream</a> looks pretty delicious, too!Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-84550705262193699342013-08-29T07:41:00.001-04:002013-08-29T07:43:20.983-04:00Throwback Thursday?So this has been an idea I've had for quite some time now...sharing all of my old projects, from '05-'07, back when I was just discovering what "digital art" was. I started out back in about 2003 making <em>cartoon dolls</em>, or basically drawing pixel clothes on pixel bodies. At that point, we all either knew I'd be a fashion designer or some sort of digital artist, ha! Unfortunately, I don't have any of my old dolls after a tragic computer crash in 2005. But I do have all of my old collages!
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I had this livejournal account, and I <em>loved</em> making icons...that was my favorite. The livejournal is still up, but tragically, all my photobucket links are broken ;) How I wish I knew what an external hard drive was back then!
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<img alt="kyla is inspired | throwback thursday" src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/throwback-thursday2.jpg" />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Side note...elmers glue?? Totally relevant to the 'scene'...
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The reason I was hesitant to post these is because I don't have the credits to the original images, but I think it's so fun to share how you got started and show that progression. If you're interested in seeing more (believe me, I made plenty!!) let me know! I still can't quite believe I made these...it's so different than my aesthetic now!
Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-17404413420381561562013-08-27T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-27T06:00:03.516-04:00Product & Print | 052<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint052.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | product & print" />
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There's something really special about simplicity done right, and today's post definitely highlights that. I love collecting mugs, and the simple stripe of <a href="http://t2tea.com/teaware/jumbos-2/jumbled-c-s-turquoise-purple/" target="_blank">this jumbo much</a> is perfect. I could definitely see this mug in the kitchen of the stylish lady who owns <a href="http://society6.com/product/turquoise-i-001_Print" target="_blank">this</a> sassy print.
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I also can't help but love this color combo of teal and purple - it really makes a statement! Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-42021407876602198492013-08-23T06:30:00.000-04:002013-08-23T06:30:00.855-04:00Happy Friday!<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/friday_august23.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | happy friday!" />
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Happy Friday, all! What a looooong week this has been. Anyone else feel that way? I'm so looking forward to a nice, relaxing weekend. My friend <a href="http://www.karynjimenezelliott.com/" target="_blank">Karyn</a> is having a housewarming party for her new home, right on the ocean! I can't wait for that. Are you doing anything fun?
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<a href="http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Destructive-Vintage-TyPO-experiment/97151" target="_blank">type experiment</a> |
<a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/2012RST-ALICEOLIVIA" target="_blank">alice & olivia</a> |
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/icob-oatcreative1.jpg" alt="Island Creek Oyster Bar | Oat Creative" />
<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/icob-oatcreative2.jpg" alt="Island Creek Oyster Bar | Oat Creative" />
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Also...the <a href="http://islandcreekoysterbar.com/" target="_blank">Island Creek Oyster Bar website</a> is a must-visit. It's amazing! Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-63244099061134704372013-08-20T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-20T06:00:00.862-04:00Product & Print | 051If you haven't seen Mark Brooks' <a href="http://www.behance.net/gallery/POSTERS-III/871158" target="_blank">work</a> before, you're missing out. This <a href="http://www.behance.net/gallery/POSTERS-III/871158" target="_blank">collection of posters</a> has some of my favorite works by him. I love the geometric patterns of the below poster, and the muted colors are gorgeous. And I'm sure I can't be the only one who has coveted these <a href="http://www.asunnyafternoon.com/product/walnut-serving-board-arrow-large" target="_blank">walnut serving boards</a> by <a href="http://www.asunnyafternoon.com/" target="_blank">A Sunny Afternoon</a>, right? What a great statement piece that would make in any kitchen!
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint051.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | product & print" />
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Do you have any kitchen pieces you're coveting?Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-87528951818818512142013-08-16T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-16T06:00:08.366-04:00Happy Friday!
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<a href="http://rock-ur-party.tablespoon.com/2013/07/03/blue-raspberry-spiked-lemonade/" target="_blank">blue raspberry spiked lemonade</a> |
<a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/2013RST-MARCHESA" target="_blank">marchesa resort 2013</a> |
<a href="http://dribbble.com/shots/1135370-Nike-Women-s-Marathon?list=following" target="_blank">type</a> |
<a href="http://dribbble.com/shots/1193009-Go-outside?list=suggestions" target="_blank">icons</a>
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Happy Friday! I love these bright greens and blues in this week's post. I am <em>so</em> glad this week is over. I'm looking forward to a nice, relaxing weekend up north on lake george. Hoping for lots of sun :) What are your plans this weekend?
Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-35753533025109868902013-08-15T06:25:00.000-04:002013-08-15T06:25:44.817-04:00Auchentoshan Whisky | Two Arms IncWhy does it seem like alcoholic branding always seems so much <em>cooler</em> than other design projects? In any case, the <a href="http://twoarmsinc.com/work/view/auchentoshan_whisky" target="_blank">Auchentoshan Whisky</a> branding by <a href="http://twoarmsinc.com/" target="_blank">Two Arms Inc</a> is definitely cool. I really dig the old fashioned, slightly masculine vibe of the whole project.
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/auchentoshan-whisky.jpg" alt="Auchentoshan Whisky | Two Arms Inc" />
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Be sure to check out the rest of Two Arms Inc's <a href="http://twoarmsinc.com/" target="_blank">portfolio</a>!Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-66217282260655079112013-08-13T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-13T06:00:05.932-04:00Product & Print | 050Wow, can you believe that <a href="http://www.kylaisinspired.com/search/label/product%20and%20print" target="_blank">Product & Print</a> has been around for <em>50 weeks</em>??
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This week I'm all about traveling....seeing everyone's vacation photos (and this <a href="http://work.lp-sf.com/12.php" target="_blank">beautiful illustration</a>), I can't help but dream of some foreign places! Of course, I would travel in style with <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/154790068/sasha-leather-initial-luggage-tag-tm-and?ref=listing-shop-header-1" target="_blank">these luggage tags</a> (and get the matching passport cover as well!).
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint050.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | product & print" />
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Where are you dreaming of traveling to?Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-64330781305915446932013-08-11T14:11:00.000-04:002013-08-11T14:11:15.302-04:00What I Wore | Warby Parker ShadesSo. I <em>finally</em> got myself a pair of prescription sunglasses! After having terrible, terrible eyesight for as long as I can remember, I can now say that I can confidently wear my glasses on even the sunniest of days! I purchased myself these <a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/sunglasses/women/preston#blue-marblewood" target="_blank">Warby Parker Preston sunglasses</a>. I am in love. They fit well, work well, and are super stylish. Looking forward to sunny days so I can wear them!
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/whatiwore/warbyparker1.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | warby parker" />
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<a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/sunglasses/women/preston#blue-marblewood" target="_blank">sunnies</a> | <a href="http://us.asos.com/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2559076" target="_blank">dress</a> | <a href="http://parklanejewelry.com/shop/item/sku/11765" target="_blank">necklace</a> | <a href="http://www.sodashoes.com/Shoes.cfm?ProdID=1068&category=0#" target="_blank">flats</a>
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Have any of you used <a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a> before? Which pairs do you own?Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-55509716398474080422013-08-09T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-09T06:00:02.981-04:00Happy Friday!<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/friday_august9.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | happy friday!" />
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<a href="http://modellove.tumblr.com/post/34777368599" target="_blank">style</a> |
<a href="http://work.lp-sf.com/20.php" target="_blank">universe illustration</a> |
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/srvmusti/9358892115/ " target="_blank">coffee beans</a>
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I feel like over the past week, when it's been a bit cooler, I've been in complete fall mode. I've wanted to wear more pants and more neutral, cooler colors. And that translates right into my aesthetic for what I'm currently loving this week. Hopefully, you can appreciate my mini taste of what I hope fall to be!
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I'm also looking forward to a relaxing weekend - I don't think I've had one of those in over a month!
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<strong>P.S. </strong>- Don't forget to <a href="http://www.kylaisinspired.com/2013/08/sponsor-love-giveaway-dana-of-envye.html">enter & share my giveaway</a> to win a blogger template from <a href="http://envye.com/" target="_blank">envye</a>!Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-76145647199643064992013-08-07T05:00:00.000-04:002013-08-07T05:00:01.161-04:00Sponsor Love & Giveaway | Dana of Envye<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/sponsored/sponsor-envye1.jpg" alt="dana of envye" />
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I'm so excited to be sharing with you an interview & giveaway from my wonderful sponsor, <a href="http://envye.com/" target="_blank">Dana of Envye</a>! Dana offers gorgeous ready-made downloadable designs, making it easy for you to give your blog or business a makeover!
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<strong><span style="color:#000000">What is Envye, and what kinds of things do you offer?</span></strong><br />
<a href="http://envye.com/" target="_blank">Envye</a> is my official design shop that puts you in charge. I offer premade Blogger templates, Storenvy themes, blog/website assets like social network icons, Photoshop actions and overlays, and lots more including custom design services!
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<center><a href="http://envye.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=126" target="_blank">Meadowville</a> | <a href="http://envye.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=88" target="_blank">Poppy</a> </center>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000">You have a lot of experience designing - what made you want to create Envye?</span></strong><br />
I created Envye to make things easier for customers to get a professional design at a fraction of the cost. Most of my products are instantly downloadable, so it really is as easy as downloading a file and installing it on your blog/shop. I love creating custom designs, but I was finding that I wasn’t able to keep up with the demand. This shop has been a life saver in terms of being able to offer everybody a great design or little web elements quickly and affordably.
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<strong><span style="color:#000000">Why is branding so important for a new business owner?</span></strong><br />
Branding is important because it defines who you are as a business. It wraps your company up in a nice little presentable package and helps others recognize you. Without a consistent look, a business can look unorganized and unprofessional. It’s all about how you present yourself to others and how you want to be remembered.
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<strong><span style="color:#000000">And lastly, do you have a personal favorite template you've created?</span></strong><br />
I am kind of in love with the recent Blogger template I created called <a href="http://envye.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=140" target="_blank">Juliet</a>. I hand painted all of the elements and just love how it all came together. I hope that’s not pretentious to say! It just felt right as I was creating it and it came out exactly how I imagined it.
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<em>Not pretentious at all - I think Juliet may be my favorite, too! :)</em>
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<a href="http://envye.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=140" target="_blank">juliet</a>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000">And now we have exciting news...Dana is going to be giving away a voucher for one her gorgeous <a href="http://envye.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=5" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration:underline">premade templates</span></a>!! </span></strong>
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Giveaway ends August 13. Good luck!Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com42tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-89708246826405568762013-08-06T06:00:00.000-04:002013-08-06T06:00:06.967-04:00Product & Print | 049
<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint049.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | product & print" />
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Ever since I saw <a href="http://www.olivermunday.com/other/" target="_blank">this</a> Annual Report cover by <a href="http://www.olivermunday.com/" target="_blank">Oliver Munday</a>, I knew I wanted to feature it in this column. I knew that the fun, fresh colors of <a href="http://society6.com/product/triangles-vBx_iPhone-Case" target="_blank">this iphone case</a> would match it perfectly. You can't help but feel more cheerful looking at these colors!Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-87801515121610009692013-08-02T06:30:00.000-04:002013-08-02T06:30:02.646-04:00Happy Friday!<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/friday_august1.jpg" alt="kyla is inspired | happy friday!" />
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<a href="http://www.bloginvoga.com/2013/07/12/vogue-australia-agosto-2013-holly-rose-emery-em-wild-rose-por-nicole-bentley-editorial/" target="_blank">editorial shoot</a> |
<a href="http://www.jamesreadsmerch.com/collections/offset-prints/products/strange-tree" target="_blank">illustrated poster</a> |
<a href="http://ruffledblog.com/ruffled_galleries/italian-seaside-wedding-inspiration/" target="_blank">illustrated wedding stationery</a>
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Clearly, I've been really into muted colors and vintage-y, feminine themes...remember <a href="http://www.kylaisinspired.com/2013/07/happy-friday_26.html" target="_blank">last week's</a> Friday post? It's so funny when my posts match up in style without me consciously doing it.
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Anyway, I'm off for an entire weekend for my high school friend's bachelorette party...hoping for nice weather!! What are you up to this weekend?
Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-29454283406570354052013-07-31T07:20:00.001-04:002013-07-31T07:20:53.619-04:00Illustration | The Universe is in Balance I'm excited to share my latest illustration! I've been very happy that I've found time lately to do my own thing.<br />
Anyway, this is based off of an illustration I did in 2010 (yikes!) called <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/kylacovert/4864298411/" target="_blank">"Space Case"</a>. Isn't it interesting to go back in time and look at the work you did? Sometimes I cringe, but it's always a good reminder of how you've improved.
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/universe-spacecase1.jpg" alt="the universe is in balance | kyla is inspired" />
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/universe-spacecase2.jpg" alt="the universe is in balance | kyla is inspired" />Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8744820561447551200.post-36510217249892687012013-07-30T06:00:00.000-04:002013-07-30T06:00:07.888-04:00Product & Print | 048Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how <em>delicious</em> this week's Product & Print is? I just adore the <a href="http://vintagemeohmy.com/?p=5037" target="_blank">type poster</a> by <a href="http://www.behance.net/jaymie" target="_blank">Jaymie McAmmond</a>. The type work is phenomenal, and who doesn't love a good poster about coffee? I would totally bake this <a href="http://authenticsuburbangourmet.blogspot.com/2011/10/chocolate-espresso-cake.html" target="_blank">chocolate espresso cake</a> and enjoy it while sitting under the poster :)
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<img src="http://slightlytuesday.com/images/productprint048.jpg" alt="slightly tuesday | kyla is inspired" />
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Does anyone have any good coffee/espresso recipes they can share?Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06053683699650165240noreply@blogger.com4