Pineapple Trend

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Pineapples are in Season!!

Seeing this trendy fruit everywhere.  I sense a tropical summer!!

YAY!

Hope for a better day!

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Dee

Nordstrom Dress and a Little Kindness

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Hi guys!

Sorry I've been m.i.a. for a couple days.  I just got back from a mini vacation in L.A. and didn't have much time to do any work.  It was always a good time seeing old friends and making new ones too.

I actually have a little story about my plane ride back to Michigan...

It was a two seater plane. I sat next to a girl who happened to be flying for the first time!  I wanted to make her first experience as nice as possible, so told her what she could expect.

We continued to have small talk, while the flight attendant came by with the complimentary drinks.  I ordered OJ, and so did she.  Then we had a chance to purchase snacks on the plane.  She chose the same item I did (hummus and pita chips)  and then she handed the attendant a $10 bill.  He told her that they didn't accept cash and it was credit only unfortunately.  She didn't have a credit card, so I figured I would just buy it for her.  I didn't think it was a big deal, but the flight attendant thought it was a very kind act, and actually secretly handed me a bag of fruit and nuts which was worth more than the hummus and pita chips. The girl seemed very greatful but at the same time she still insisted to pay me back.  So we went back and forth about it, until I gave in.  After I thought about it, I should have just told her to pay it foward.  Oh well, maybe next time I'll do it for another person.  

After we landed,  I was hungry again and we stopped at the food court in the Dallas airport that I had layover in.  I went to the Auntie Anne's pretzel station to order a pizza pretzel.  The lady took it out, shook her head, and told me that it wasn't good anymore and if I wanted to wait for a fresh pretzel.  I was pressed for time so I told her I would still take it.  I guess she felt bad, so she offered it to me for free.

I guess, the moral of this story is that you can really impact or touch a person's life by just being kind.

Take one day at a time and be kind to everyone that you meet.  Who knows what will come out of it.

But always do it from the heart not because you will gain something back.  Just be genuine and you will be blessed.

Now that I'm back, I need to start focusing again.  It's always hard after you get used to going out and having fun and then have to adjust back to reality and the fact that I caught a cold doesn't help either.  

This quick sketch is of an outfit I saw on the nordstrom website.  It's simple yet cute and ready for summer!  

Hope your day was as good as mine!

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Dee

The Adorable Margaret Zhang!

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The Adorable Margaret Zhang!

I loved drawing her, because of the interesting stripes in her outfit.  Who knew you could pair two similar but different sized stripes in one outfit and make it work?  The orange trench coat gives it the pop of color that it needed as well, and we all know that orange and blue are complimentary colors, so this makes sense.

Hope your day was as bright as mine!  Stay productive!

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Dee

DO EPIC CHIC with Songofstyle!

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Of course, I had to draw the other Song sister - Aimee!

She always has the best outfits!  Even with a simple t-shirt and jeans, pairing it will a statement necklace and heels make it pop!  I remember when I first discovered fashion bloggers, and Aimee was actually one of the first, if not the first blogger that I ever followed.  I was inspired by her, mainly because of her California influenced style.  And If you knew me, my heart is in L.A!  

Another cool thing about following bloggers in the beginning, is being able to see the transformation they go through, and the opportunities that it brings them. It makes you think that you can do it too!  You just need to work hard and keep on grinding.  Keep moving foward towards your dreams.  Hopefully that rings true for me.

Hope you all find that passion that comes within you and work hard to make it work!

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Dee

Ellen is Hilarious!

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I forgot to post up Ellen from The Oscars!

She was hilarious.  

Short post.  

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Dee

Big Bang's Tae Yang!

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In the world of Kpop, I present to you Tae yang from Big Bang!  

Many people have asked me to draw more male figures, so I thought, who would have more style than a Kpop artist?  Even though the picture I chose for him is a simple suit, his hair makes up for the craziness!

There might be more of these coming up.  Maybe a Kpop collection of my favorite artists.

Maybe more Tae yang  in different stage styles?  Not sure yet.  I usually like to draw whatever I feel inspired to draw at the moment, so it could be anything.  

For those of you who are familiar with Kdramas (korean drama series), I just finished watching the series, "Heirs", which is about rich kids who are heirs to their family fortunes and the drama that comes with it. 

I'd say if it weren't for the characters in the series, it would be a standard Kdrama with predictable outcomes.   If you're new to Kdramas, then I would say it's pretty good.  

May want to check it out if you're interested, and don't forget to turn on the subtitles! :)

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Dee

Giambattista Valli 2014

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Wow!  The 2014 runway show of Italian designer Giambattista Valli is absolutely gorgeous!

I love that it's so feminine and structural, but yet silhouette is what makes these pieces so stunning.

He really knows how to flatter a woman's body, even with all the intricate details that could make someone look bigger.  By placing volume and creating curves in the right places it really makes the body look like an hourglass.  So genius!

He plays with other silhouettes as well, and they all seem to work great with the material and details that he chooses.  I'm not the biggest fan of floral, but I do like it a lot, especially when it's done well.  

These pieces look like a work of art, so I had to draw at least one dress.  I think I'll be drawing more of his dresses, especially the second collection of photos.

What do you think?

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Dee

T-shirt Concepts?

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So today I was thinking about t-shirts designs, and wanted to see what my drawings would look like on them. This is just for fun though, I wouldn't really put them on tshirts, unless I did something more to them. Maybe I could add some phrases or something that would bring it more alive?  What do you think?

How can I make these more "t-shirt wearable" graphics?

I guess it's back to the drawing board I go!

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Dee

A Feral Creature

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Recently looking through instagram and came upon Eugenie from Feral Creature blog.

I was most captured by her style and that she can pull off any color hair!  It was fun to draw her, and I would probably draw more in the future.  She just has a unique take on style that isn't boring.

Check her out!

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Dee

Look it's, Wendy!

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Wendy from Wendy's lookbook is one of the most sophisticated dressed youtuber/blogger out there. With her quirky and fun personality, you can see that she brings it out into her outfits.  Her style is very classy and clean, but with a dash of fun and flare as well.  Just like this outfit!  It's well kept and well tailored, but the color and cut is what makes it interesting and fun like her personality.

I've been watching her videos on youtube since she started, so I've been following her for a while.

The quality and details that she puts into her videos is even better! They are so creative!

Check her out!

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Dee

Blush for Neonblush

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Jenny Ong of Neon Blush is one of my favorite bloggers.  I love her style because it's something that I would definitely wear - feminine with a slight edge, she can pull off many looks!

Which is why I couldn't help but draw her, especially with the fluffy white beanie!  Makes me want to get one too.  

One another note:  Yesterday was the SUPERBOWL, but the game was TERRIBLE!

Were the Broncos even playing??  I couldn't even watch...sad, sad game.  So this is where Manning is going to leave off...

Did you watch the superbowl?

Who did you root for?  What did you think of the game?!

Love to hear in the comments :)

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Dee

Don't Forget!

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What's cuter than a custom handdrawn portrait of you and your boo? Nothing!

Don't forget to order one for Valentine's Day!

Print it!  Frame it! and give it to your better half! <3

Available on my etsy:    https://www.etsy.com/shop/BumbleAndDee

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Dee

Haute Fur Outfits!

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Haute Haute Haute!

That's what Vanessa of The Haute Pursuit is!  She has such a cool style, not just in the outfits she wears, but her overall look.  It makes me want to chop off my hair and dye it too, but I'm too chicken :).

I don't think I can pull off the fur coat look, but she does it pretty well.  So well, that I had an itch to draw her!  Check her out at The Haute Pursuit! Enjoy!  

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Dee

The World Is My Oyster

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"The world is my oyster"

Oddly, this quote just randomly popped into my head and is pretty appropriate to what I have been feeling lately.  Basically, I feel like I can have so many opportunities, but I can't grab them fast enough.  There doesn't seem to be enough time in a day anymore.  From daily tasks, work, chores, projects, social life etc., how do you find the time? I just don't want to lose that chance to do something because I wasn't quick enough to jump on the ball.

Life changes, moments pass, and opportunities can slip away.  I need time management, and to figure out what's most important or adds the most value to my life.

I know.  I can't do it all.  *tears*

How do you find the time in your day to do everything?

I need to know!  

Side note:  The rendering above is from my ipad on paper by 53 :)

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Dee

Atlantic Pacific's Outfit Portrait

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As the face of my custom portraits on Etsy,  I really love the simple, yet elegant look from Blair of Atlantic-Pacific's outfit choices.  It's modern because of the crop top, but elegant and classy with the knee length skirt.

l like that the blue skirt makes the outfit pop when contrasted with the neutral top and that she added the chunky gold necklace.  If you know how to accessorize, it really completes a look.  Check her out!

What do you think of this outfit?

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Dee

Paper Doll created on Paper by 53

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Today, I discovered an app called Paper by 53.  This app, like so many other drawing apps, gives you the ability to draw directly onto your tablet.  for example, the illustration I created above, was done on my ipad 2 with a cheap stylus I bought at a computer store.

I have to say, I've tried many other free drawing apps, and so far this one is my favorite.  

Pros:

- You get "sketchbooks" and "journals"  just like you would have in real life.

- They have an option for you to view other people's sketches and ideas for inspiration.

- The tools are very true to life, feel and look.  (For example, a pencil really works and looks like a pencil drawn on paper, and the fountain pen goes from thick to thin)

- The mixer lets you create every color imaginable.  

- you can "zoom" in on your drawing to add the smallest details possible.

Cons:

- There's no option to change the size of your tool (then again same in real life)

- No option for opacity

- the "rewind" button is kind of annoying (rather have an undo button)

- There's no pressure sensitivity for strokes

- you have to pay for extra tools

All in all, I would say this app compared to other free apps is an A in my book.

Other neat features:

- They have their own "stylus" pen which sells for about $40 - $50 depending on which one you choose.  It's cool because you have bluetooth technology built in for palm rejection, meaning that the app knows you are holding the pen so that you won't accidentally mark on the paper with your hand/palm/fingers.  

-When you've used up your pages in one of the many sketchbooks you have.  You can actually order a physical Moleskin sketchbook with all your drawings/writings/notes printed inside!  So cool!

So, as you can see, I'm really excited about this app!  I was going to order their stylus, but the bluetooth technology only works with ipad minis and ones with retina display...and not for ipad 2s!  BLAH.

If you want more info just check out their website: http://www.fiftythree.com

And no they didn't tell me to write this...I just like the app!

Anyways, expect more ipad drawings from me!  I'll probably switch it up once in a while. laters!

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Dee

A Sweet Gift For Your Boo

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Valentine's day is around the corner!  That means you have less than 3 weeks to order your custom portrait digital prints!  Start early!

Shop:   https://www.etsy.com/shop/BumbleAndDee

Waiting to add a little love and happiness for you and your significant other!

Use them on cards, frame it or write a sweet letter that your better half will remember forever.

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Dee

Power Couple in Black - Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie!

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Celebrity Wednesday!

Last years duo all in black!  

Valentine's is coming up and love is in the air.  

Brad is always dapper in a clean black suit, while Angelina plays it classy in a velvet draped gown.

Even though this was last years outfits, it still looks relevant today.  

I love classic clean looks, don't you?

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Dee

Good Night with Pooh

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Hello!

You all probably noticed something different about this post.  Yes...I finally hooked up my scanner!

At first, I was going to buy an all-in-one printer with a scanner built in, but realized that I already had one from awhile ago.  I remembered seeing it in the basement, so I took up and installed the software for it, which took a long time after a few failed attempts! When everything was finally installed, I tested the scanner and voila! it works perfectly!!  Now I have better looking images for my posts!

New format - clear colorful images with a digital watermark.

It's been a long day and I'm ready to crash with my Pooh bear :)

Everyday is a chance for improvement. There's always room for better.

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Dee

Late Night Outfit

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Here's a late night outfit I put together.  Something comfy and cozy that I would wear in the spring time.  

Add on leggings and knee high boots for winter appropriate wear.

Reminiscent of the college days.

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Dee