Day 342: Twelve.Thirteen.13

In trying to get from one side of my postage-stamp-sized apartment to the other – unsuccessfully due to the large number of boxes and bags and piles of mess – this thought appeared inside my head, clear as day:

I create obstacles for myself. Literally, and figuratively.

In an attempt to clean up, I most certainly always make more of a mess first.

Make any task seem larger than it originally was, thereby paralyzing myself from taking care of the matter swiftly and efficiently.

Case in point this evening; empty all contents of box filled with holiday decorations onto floor in an attempt to add a bit of holiday cheer to my otherwise downtrodden disposition.

The curious thing is that almost always I am able to create beauty out of the chaos. Unhealthy as the tactic may be.

Here’s to another day of creativity…

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Day 292: Ten.TwentyFour.13

I love love love the fall because I get to add extra blankets to my bed.

I love love love creating bold, interesting, textured spaces.

I feel guilty that I enjoy ‘things’ so much.

If there was a way to make interior design a socially conscious art form, I would totally do it. For a living.

I actually believe there is – or at least – I think I can make a space that is inviting, sustainable, and welcoming for all to be able to create art in.

I know comfortable, beautiful, creative spaces make me feel happier. I think they do the same for others, even if they don’t know it. So perhaps it’s not out of the question that I can heal the world with color and fabrics. It’s worth a shot, anyway.

Here’s to another day of creativity…

Day 273: Ten.Five.13

I helped set up a wedding reception this morning, which I was then a server for.

I created the centerpieces according to Bride’s specifications – candle inside a clear glass hurricane vase surrounded by reindeer moss.

If it had been up to me, I would have told her what an unfortunate choice this was. (It’s a mess, smells bad, and the result is less than pretty.)

It wasn’t up to me, however. So I did the best I could with what I had, all the while judging her style choices.

Here’s to another day of creativity…

Day 232: Eight.TwentyFive.13

Created this flyer to let the facebook friends know it’s time to party…

Photo by Aanya Photography. Styling by Styled by Ali.

Here’s to another day of creativity…

Day 179: Seven.Three.13

Created this postcard for an event I’m managing.

If you’re in the DMV area on July 18th, you should come.

Here’s to another day of creativity…

Day 86: Four.One.Thirteen

First of the month means email newsletter time. This month, lots to share. We are launching a new event, called Reel Talk: A monthly Film, Food, and Forward-action event series. Here’s the logo I put together today:

For more information on the event series, kicking off April 25th in Washington, DC, you can click here.

Here’s to another day of creativity…