art studio: the inflated/deflated project.

the inflated/deflated project documents that internal struggle of what we know we deserve verses what we choose to accept. this build up of frustration, anticipation, or doubt is handwritten on inflated balloons. the deflated sigh of relief, amusement, or elation gives that inner dialogue closure.

jillian barthold, lauren connolly, and kady dennell are the creative trio behind this concept.
prints of the project are available for purchase at the inflated/deflated etsy shop.

[photography provided courtesy of the inflated/deflated project.]

[en]joy: soludos.

soludos are not just shoes. soludos are a tribute to summer. sun tea steeping on the back porch – that's soludos. the sprinkler system serving double duty as a water park – that's soludos. sidewalk chalk murals, backyard bbqs, and key lime pie – all soludos. an updated version of the espadrilles worn on mediterranean beaches, soludos is a celebration of life's simple pleasures.

raffia low cut:

the raffia low cut is a sleeker version of the soludos original. perfect for those warm summer days that transition into haute summer nights. styles shown: black green | black yellow | black orange | black white

lalesso:

the lalesso brand pays homage to the vibrant beauty of traditional african fabrics translated by kenyan artisans into contemporary silhouettes. the company's signature prints are the inspiration for this exclusive collaboration with soludos. styles shown: coconut | spearhead

polka dot:

classic summers: will smith's summertime | cherry limeade. summer classics: navy white | natural navy

[photography provided courtesy of soludos.]

the beauty mark: alexa lixfeld.

who? – the green juice cleansing, space planning, charcoal sketching illustrator.

what? – the alexa lixfeld fragrance collection.

why? – you create interior spaces based on avant garde minimalism and color theory. there is absolutely no preparation for clutter or access to storage. in your mind, clean living doesn't just refer to your gluten free diet. open floor plans, natural sunlight, and the beauty of raw materials are all non-negotiable. the alexa lixfeld fragrance collection mirrors the vivid contrast of your design aesthetic. constantly drawing inspiration from nature's finest; seasonal blooms and ripe fruits influence exotic collaborations with the likes of white tea, cinnamon, and honey. these bold combinations translate into memorable introductions. even the concrete toppers resemble cityscapes – definitely a reflection of your environment.

where? – anthropologie

fragrances shown: 004 | 003 | 002 | 001

[photography provided courtesy of alexa lixfeld.]

[en]joy: thefuturefuture.

i am not that girl who has been planning her wedding since birth. no specifics at all – not even the diamond. girl's best friend? not so much, my besties have names and opinions and flaws. i guess that's why i like the in your face nature of thefuturefuture rock rings. constructed with the durable and flexible materials of stainless steel, sterling silver, and nylon; rock rings are a chic commitment to a moment. no pressure, no promises, no presumptions.

pieces shown: large rock ring – stainless | large rock ring – silver | black nylon rock ring

[photography provided courtesy of thefuturefuture.]

mother's day giveaway: dogeared.

my mother in every intricate detail is the woman i aspire to be. the admiration and respect that i have for this woman who consistently gives me life can in no way be summed up by shiny jewels and brunch. i think we can all agree that mother's day doesn't seem like thank you enough. but it's a start…

dimeink has partnered with dogeared for a mother's day giveaway. two dimeink readers will each win a necklace from the MOM collection. the MOM collection necklaces are available in both gold dipped and sterling silver. simply stated and beautifully crafted, dogeared jewels celebrate every single day.

no purchase is necessary to enter or win. by entering or accepting the prize in this giveaway you agree to and are bound by all terms and conditions outlined in this post, along with any federal, state, or local laws and regulations. void where prohibited.

the giveaway starts on april 29th 2013 at 10am and ends on may 3rd 2013 at 3pm [central standard time] – one entry per person. two winners will be chosen by dimeink based on creativity and originality.

WINNERS.

MALIYA [first prize]
– entry: wonder woman! i swear she wears a cape with magical powers under her clothes!! virtuous.

BEVIN C [second prize]
– entry: jackie kennedy. inspiring.

congratulations to the winners and thanks so much to all who participated.
the official rules detail the prize claim process.

PRIZES.

– FIRST PRIZE: mom, you are loved necklace, sterling silver. valued at $68 [USD].
– SECOND PRIZE: mom keshi pearl necklace, gold dipped. valued at $52 [USD].

odds of winning are based on the number of entries received.

HOW TO ENTER.

STEP ONE: connect with dimeink on at least one form of social media.
please include how you chose to connect in your comment entry.
– like dimeink on facebook.
– follow dimeink on twitter.
– follow dimeink on pinterest.
– trust dimeink on luvocracy.

STEP TWO: comment on this post using the following guidelines…
– answer this two part question: if your mom had an alter ego what would be her name?
describe her in one word.
– please do not leave your email or website address in the body of the comment section, your contact information will be requested prior to posting. name and email address are both required for entry in order to verify winners.

please note: all entries are reviewed by dimeink for approval. any entries containing spam, offensive or abusive language, unrelated content, or third party links will automatically be discarded without entry.

OFFICIAL RULES.

ELIGILBILITY
by entering, you certify that you are a u.s. resident, you are over 18, and you agree to have your name and winning entry listed on www.dime-ink.com.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
by submitting original creative content you are granting dimeink a perpetual nonexclusive license to use submitted content including exercising any rights granted under the intellectual property laws, which use may extend beyond this giveaway. you agree this original content is owned by you and you therefore have the authority to grant such permissions.

WINNER NOTIFICATION
two winners will be announced via this post at 10am on may 6th 2013. it is the winner's sole responsibility to check the updated giveaway post.

PRIZE CLAIM
winners have thirty days from the date of the announcement to claim their prize or the prize is forfeited and an alternate winner will be chosen based on the initial judging criteria. upon confirmation of winning status, winners must email dimeink at imaginethat[at]dime-ink[dot]com from the same email address used at entry – subject line: dogeared giveaway winner. the email must include winner's full name and mailing address. please allow four to six weeks for prize delivery. your address is required only for the purpose of delivering the prize and will not be used by dimeink for any other purpose.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
prizes awarded are accepted by winner "as is." dimeink and dogeared neither makes nor gives any representation or warranty with respect to the product and expressly disclaim all warranties, express, implied, or statutory, including warranties of lack of defects. in no event shall dimeink and dogeared be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or punitive damages however caused arising in any way out of this contest or winners use of the product. dimeink and dogeared shall not be responsible and shall not replace prize if prize is lost in the mail, misdirected, or stolen.

TECHNICAL ISSUES
the giveaway may be canceled or modified at the discretion of dimeink if technical problems, fraud, or other factors not listed that may arise that are beyond the scope of dimeink's control.

SPONSORS.

dimeink: imaginethat[at]dime-ink[dot]com
dogeared: www.dogeared.com

[photography and graphics provided courtesy of dogeared. // pieces shown: mom, you are loved necklace, sterling silver | mom keshi pearl necklace, gold dipped | i love mom large white pearl necklace, gold dipped | mom sparkle heart necklace, sterling silver]