Meet the Models: Jared

June 15, 2011Leave a comment

Jared migrated to Chicago from a small town in Ohio and now thrives in this new metropolis he calls home. A gifted painter, his ghostly creations infuse viewers with both curiosity and wonder as they gaze through a fog of paint where faces peer out from under the surface. Jared’s stunning art defies his cool and friendly demeanor.

Infinitely approachable with his grizzly beard and soft smirks – Jared spends his hours away from the studio reading, philosophizing, brewing coffee, napping, and canoodling with his dogs Frankenstein and Vera.

Meet the Models: Jeannette

May 31, 2011May 30, 20111 Comment

Jeannette is a talented jewelry designer and music lover who spends her time giggling and musing with friends in her vintage Chicago apartment.

Fascinated by various curios, some of Jeannette’s favorite films include Amelie, Donnie Darko and the Labyrinth.

When she’s not busy hopping and bopping you can find her bending circuits with a local hackers group.

Comfy, Chic & Customized: Swim Wear Revolution

May 21, 2011May 21, 20111 Comment

If you’re anything like me you have a love/hate relationship with the beach. The soothing sound of lapping waves, the warmth of the sun, and the smells of sun tan lotion are sharply jarred by feelings of vulnerability and discomfort as your swim wear moves, shifts, and bulges in every nook and cranny of your body.

No matter how in or out of shape, all women fight this losing battle. And with the traditional swim suit materials only adding insult to injury the time has come to start a swim wear revolution!

By creating a new line of eco-friendly, custom fitted, vintage inspired swim suits – Pierogi Picnic is empowering you to hit the beach in comfort and style.

Each piece in the new line will be custom made to the wearer’s measurements out of soft and breathable upcycled cotton. The suits will be lined for fit and modesty and will include tailoring designed to flatter any figure. And the best part? The designs will be bright, colorful and affordable!!!

Keep your eyes peeled for the launch of the new line this June.

Small Space? Urban Garden Solutions!

April 20, 2011June 8, 2011Leave a comment

Tis the season to start planning your 2011 edible gardens. City dwellers must overcome the myth and fear that growing veggies is only for those with a stiff mortgage and plenty of land mass. Those of us who live in apartments and high rises can overcome this obstacle by employing some creative solutions:

Urbio Vertical Garden: This up-and-coming design team is currently collecting funds via Kickstarter to turn their urban jungle ideas into reality. Their concept of magnetic and adjustable plastic planters is brilliant, modern, and functional. Let Urbio be your inspiration. Continue reading →

Press: Stylish Blogger Award

March 1, 2011April 30, 20112 Comments

Love love loving on Caitlin Peters over at Wanderlustings for presenting me with a Stylish Blogger Award!

So now it’s up to me to award seven other bloggers who are stirring things up while revealing seven interesting facts about me. Continue reading →

Everyday Beauty: Photo Contest

February 22, 2011February 3, 20121 Comment

I’m giving away a $75 gift certificate to my Pierogi Picnic Etsy shop to the winner of our “Everyday Beauty Contest.”

Submit a photo to the Pierogi Picnic Facebook of what “everyday beauty” means to you for a chance to win! The contest began on February 20th and runs until March 6th. The winner will be determined by who has the most ‘likes’ on their photo.

No purchase necessary – just a snapshot of what you find beautiful in day to day life. It can be the first plant of Spring, your favorite wrinkle or the latte that gets you to your feet in the morning.

Let’s celebrate the beauty in the details of each day!

The Gift of Love: Adoption from The Anti-Cruelty Society

February 15, 2011January 21, 2016Leave a comment

The best gift is the gift of love. And in the spirit of today’s holiday our family has received just that in the form of a teeny 10 month old Boston Terrier. This little ball of energy was transfered to The Anti-Cruelty Society from Chicago’s Animal Care & Control with a mean case of Bordatella. I promptly scooped him up as a foster and immediately fell in love. David soon followed and even Peanut, our resident BT Frenchie mix, has had his heart swept away.