Wednesday, August 26, 2009

TOOLS of the TRADE:
Fall '09 Pantone color

Color Trend Report | Fall 2009


The fall 2009 palette is very diverse. It is more unique and thoughtful than the typical autumnal hues of years past.

View the complete Pantone report.

And you just gotta love these Pantone mugs!!!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

TOOLS of the TRADE:
logos



It's neat to see the transformation of the Pepsi logo while Coca-Cola never changed. Well there is a Coke logo.

Whatev. Pepsi is STILL my fav hands down!!!

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

TOOLS of the TRADE:
McDonald's Pop Art


McDonald's has this neat site called Pop Art.

You get to make your piece of art using straws and five flavors of pop. FUN site and nicely designed.



Wednesday, August 5, 2009

TRADE - July 29th at work
theme: "summer fun"

This month's theme is summer fun! I was super busy this month so I don't have any show-and-tell. Check out the ATCs!


Card by Stephanie. She has summer memories of raising bucket cows. Computer and hand illustration.


Card by Kim. Seashells on corrugated board with book clippings.


Card by Ruth. Picnic! Hot dog hand crafted from clay. Ants are store-bought. Fabric is vintage.


Card by Hatie. Ocean looks 3D with gold silverdollar and starfish.


Card by Dayle. Popsicle sticker with layers of foam for dimension.


Card by Lee. Goldfish in clear vinal. Looks like the fish is in water.


Card by Gayle. Retro pool chick and fireworks.