tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15775833031337959902024-03-13T13:38:09.783-07:00Petite Insanitiesa cheesy lifestyle blog & shopSécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.comBlogger262125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-28680649028799616082016-12-06T07:00:00.000-08:002016-12-06T07:00:19.208-08:00DIY // Super Cute Pom Poms<div style="text-align: center;">
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This is probably the most fun (and the most <i>addictive</i>) DIY ever! I seriously made these for days while watching holiday movies on the couch. They're actually pretty easy too! The more you make, the better you get at making them!<br />
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<b>Here's what you need:</b><br />
Yarn<br />
A fork (yes... a fork!)<br />
Scissors<br />
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<b>Step 1</b><br />
Loosely wrap the yarn around the fork about 70-90 times. The thinner the yarn, the more you'll end up needing to wrap. Tip: It's important to keep it loose to make it easier to work with in the next steps.<br />
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<b>Step 2</b><br />
Thread another piece of yarn through the center of the fork and tie a double-knot creating a bow-like shape. Remove from the fork and flip the ball over and double-knot the back as well. Tip: Double-knotting both sides will ensure the pom pom doesn't fall apart as you begin to shape it.<br />
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<b>Step 3</b><br />
Cut all the loops on both sides. You'll see it now starting to look more like a pom pom!<br />
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<b>Step 4</b><br />
Cut the edges to shape it into a ball. Tip: Use the short sides as a guide as you cut your longer sides. Leave the strings you originally used to tie off the ball. You'll need those in the next step.<br />
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<b>Step 5</b><br />
Knot those two longer strands at the end to create a hanger <b>OR</b> if you want to make garland, use those strands to tie the pom pom to a string and then trim them away.<br />
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That's it! Now you have the cutest, awesomest pom poms for your Christmas tree, mantle or even to attach to your shopping bags, keys or purse! I told you they were addictive. So addictive, in fact that I made way too many and will be selling them at the Silver Lake Flea market this Saturday!<br />
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Happy Pom Pom making!!!<br />
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xx Sécia<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-56014759633449846152016-11-15T12:26:00.001-08:002016-11-15T15:03:18.319-08:00New to the Shop :: Pretty Packaging KITS<div style="text-align: center;">
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These are seriously the <i>cutest</i> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/490225281/pretty-packaging-kit-diy-packaging-hot?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">Pretty Packaging KITS</a>! Just in time for Christmas too! Oh, and guess what... they're only $5 bucks each and are available in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">shop</a>! Are you kidding me?!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's what you'll get:</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">(1) 4x4x2 kraft box</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">(1) black glitter embossed card of your choosing</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">(1) large sheet of hot pink tissue paper</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">(10 yards) hot pink and black baker's twine</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(9 yards) hot pink, black and white ribbon</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(3) hot pink pom poms</span></div>
</span><span style="background-color: white;"><div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">(1) hot pink carnival ticket</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(3) hot pink mini clothespins</span></div>
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So many fun goodies with lots of different ways to create your own personal touch. The added bonus- you'll receive more than enough pretty ribbon and twine to use on your other packaging as well and we even sell other colors in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/476731238/bakers-twine-10-yards-christmas?ref=shop_home_active_11" target="_blank">10 yard spools</a> too. And look how adorable they look with our <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/451944154/3-little-gold-dinosaurs?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">gold dinos</a>! We've even added pretty, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/476727692/little-gold-deer?ref=shop_home_active_10" target="_blank">gold deer</a> to the shop for the holidays too!</div>
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Happy wrapping!!!</div>
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xx Sécia</div>
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com50tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-53950603029082579222016-11-11T07:00:00.000-08:002016-11-11T12:45:43.844-08:00HOT PINK Vanilla Bean Cake Donuts<div style="text-align: center;">
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Ahhhhhh! Donuts are my <i>weakness</i>! (and it doesn't help that they are my husband's too!) Another thing that I love more than anything... <i>HOT PINK</i>! So what's better than Hot Pink Vanilla Bean Cake Donuts!? Um... I don't think anything... !!!!! This recipe has a very close consistency to actual cake so they pretty much melt in your mouth. So light and airy and super yummy!<br />
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<b>Cake Ingredients</b><br />
3/4 cup flour<br />
1/2 cup sugar<br />
1/2 vanilla bean (scraped)<br />
1/2 tsp salt<br />
1/4 tsp baking powder<br />
1/4 tsp baking soda<br />
3 egg yolks<br />
3 egg whites<br />
1 tsp vanilla extract<br />
1/4 cup vegetable oil<br />
1/4 cup water<br />
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<b>Cake Instructions</b><br />
Preheat oven to 325F and grease your donut pan with cooking spray.<br />
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Combine all dry ingredients and vanilla bean. Mix thoroughly making sure the vanilla bean is evenly distributed.<br />
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In another bowl, mix egg yolks, vegetable oil, water and vanilla extract. Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture to the egg mixture and beat until smooth. Set aside.<br />
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Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form (approx. 5 minutes). Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until combined.<br />
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Spoon the batter into the donut pan filling them almost all the way. Bake for 12-18 minutes, checking them every few minutes after 12 minutes to make sure they don't go too long. You want golden brown edges. Run a knife around the edges for clean removal and transfer to a cooling rack and allow to <i>completely</i> cool before icing.<br />
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<b>Icing Ingredients</b><br />
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar<br />
3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted<br />
1 tsp vanilla extract<br />
pinch of salt<br />
3 Tbsp milk<br />
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Wilton-Color-Performance-System-601-6200/dp/B00TO3DOEI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478831407&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=wilton+color+right+performance+color+system&psc=1" target="_blank">pink food coloring</a> and sprinkles!<br />
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<b>Icing Instructions</b><br />
Combine powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla and salt. Slowly add milk, 1 Tbsp at a time until desired consistency is reached. Add food coloring. {Tip: I used one drop of the pink color for the light pink donuts and 8 drops of the pink color for the hot pink donuts.} Warm in microwave for 6 seconds, stir and begin dipping donuts. Warm again if the icing begins to harden before you're finished dipping all your donuts. Add sprinkles and enjoy!!!<br />
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Cake recipe adapted from <a href="http://acozykitchen.com/rhubarb-poppy-seed-baked-doughnuts/" target="_blank">A Cozy Kitchen</a> with slight changes and icing recipe adapted from <a href="http://www.cookingclassy.com/baked-vanilla-bean-doughnuts/" target="_blank">Cooking Classy</a>.<br />
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xx Sécia<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-60983374125870897192016-11-08T07:00:00.000-08:002016-11-11T12:46:16.849-08:00DIY // Candy Cane Reindeer<div style="text-align: center;">
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YAY! IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME! I CAN'T BELIEVE IT! I'M SOOO EXCITED! AHHHHH!!! Okay... Do you remember these??? As a kid, I remember how much I loved making these at Christmas time. It was like my favorite thing <i>EVER</i>! They're so easy too (even for the kiddos) and you can't help but smile the entire time. </div>
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<b>What You Need:</b></div>
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Candy canes</div>
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Pipe cleaners</div>
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Googly eyes</div>
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Pom poms</div>
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Scissors</div>
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Glue</div>
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Tape (optional)</div>
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Literally <i>everything</i> can be found on Amazon or at Michaels. So easy already!</div>
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<b>Start with the ANTLERS:</b></div>
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<b>Then comes the FACE!</b> (Tip: I like to tape the candy cane down to the table with the curve facing upward for this part. That way it's easier to attached the eyes and nose and to let them dry without falling over)</div>
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Now for the tough part... to Rudolph or not to Rudolph. It really comes down to personal preference but I'm a believer that there should at least be <i>one</i> in the bunch!</div>
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And there you have it! The cutest freaking holiday things on the planet! Use them as stocking stuffers, attach them to gifts, hang them on your Christmas tree or just throw them in a jar for a little snack to curb that sweet tooth when you're heading out the door to do all of that holiday shopping! Best time of year <i>EVER</i>! What are your favorite holiday DIYs?</div>
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xx Sécia</div>
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THEY'RE HEEEEEEEEERRRRRE! Our super awesome Confetti Bombs are now in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">shop</a> in three rad color combinations and three rad sizes! Take it from me... these guys are way too fun! I've been testing them all day (just to make sure they operate properly, of course) and my face hurts from smiling so much!<br />
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More color combos to come and you can even customize them any way you'd like! The possibilities are endless and way too awesome to even fathom. Everyday should be a party, right?! Get yours now while they last! </div>
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You don't have to be in class to get your daily balanced goodies from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">Petite Insanities</a>! Remember school lunches? There was always that favorite day of the week when they served the yummiest meal, right?! (and that day they served the <i>worst</i>!)<br />
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As our <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu&section_id=19867797" target="_blank">lapel pins</a> roll out the door on consignment and in local shops, we've decided to officially change our Instagram user name to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/petiteinsanities/" target="_blank">@petiteinsanities</a>! After all, branding is important, right?! You'll still see all the same fun stuff and if you don't already follow, please do so you can stay updated on new products, fun recipes and DIYs.<br />
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I really wanted to do something fun and sweet for my bestie and what better than a box of things she loves created by you?! Not to mention it's tons of fun finding little things that you know will make her smile and then putting them all together in a cute crate or basket.<br />
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It all started with a super inspirational book that I just couldn't put down and I really wanted to pass it along to her and it just expanded into a basket of goodies to brighten her day. If you haven't read <i><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Year-Cozy-Recipes-Homemade-Adventures/dp/1623365104" target="_blank">The Year of Cozy</a></i> by Adrianna Adarme and are in need of an inspirational pick-me-up then this book is a <i><b>must</b></i>! I feel like she's my own personal cheerleader, who I've never met, pushing me to be a better version of myself. <i>LOVE</i> her!</div>
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Now for the rest of the goodies. I like to stick to a few simple rules but really, anything you put in there is gonna be awesome because it came from <i>you</i>!</div>
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1. Start building the box with the largest items in the back and work your way forward with the medium pieces and then save the smallest for last to fill the little voids.</div>
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2. As you work your way to the smaller items, build up the bottom of the box with tissue paper or hay. You want to be able to see everything and the small stuff can sometimes fall to the bottom and get lost if you don't build them up a bit.</div>
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3. Try to avoid leaving any empty spaces. You want your box to look full and not skimpy. Sometimes that means you might have to think of a couple more goodies to add at the last minute but that's cool because there will be more fun stuff for her to enjoy.</div>
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The best part after all of your hard work is the payoff: the smile on her face when she sifts through everything, noticing all the details and personal touches you added. Happy box building! I'd love to see pics of your creations and the different themes and ideas you come up with!</div>
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-5361151387712086602016-10-03T07:00:00.000-07:002016-10-03T07:00:01.744-07:00DIY // White and Gold Pumpkins<div style="text-align: center;">
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October is finally here and the Halloween decorating is in full swing! We decided to class it up this year with some super chic white and gold pumpkins for a more modern flair. This super easy DIY literally took me half a day <i>with</i> dry time! They turned out so awesome that I almost want to keep them out year round (but I won't because that would just be ridiculous... <i>wouldn't it?</i>...)!<br />
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<b>What you need:</b><br />
plastic pumpkins (you can find some at Target or Home Depot)<br />
1 can each of white, gold and clear gloss spray paint<br />
painter's tape<br />
cardboard (or alternative painting surface)<br />
felt feet (optional)<br />
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<b>What to do:</b><br />
1. Clean pumpkins with a dry cloth and remove all stickers, tags and light bulbs or cords.<br />
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2. In a properly ventilated area, spray two coats of gold on the stems of the pumpkins with at least 20 minutes of dry time between coats.<br />
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3. When gold paint is dry enough, tape off the stem for the white coat. Make sure all of the gold is covered so you don't get any overspray.<br />
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4. Spray three coats of white on the pumpkins with at least 20 minutes of dry time between coats. You'll need to lay them on their side for one of the coats to make sure the bottom and all of the curves get proper coverage.<br />
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5. When the white paint is dry, remove the tape and spray the entire pumpkins with a coat of clear gloss paint to help the paint evenly set.<br />
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6. OPTIONAL: When the pumpkins are completely dry, evenly distribute and stick the felt feet on the bottom so they don't scratch any surfaces they sit on or get paint on anything.<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-8583015459731299472016-09-16T08:00:00.000-07:002016-09-16T10:11:40.630-07:00Raspberry Preserve Ice Cream<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We're staying true to summer over here in LA... (it's not over <i>yet!!!</i>)... so we had to share our super easy Raspberry Preserve Vanilla Ice Cream recipe! When I say easy, I mean <i>easy</i>! Not to mention so subtly delicious too! I used my airy <a href="http://www.petiteinsanities.com/2014/02/the-lightest-fluffiest-airiest-vanilla.html" target="_blank">Vanilla Ice Cream</a> recipe as a base and then added some flair!</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ingredients</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #2a2a2a;">2 cups heavy whipping cream</span><br style="color: #2a2a2a;" /><span style="color: #2a2a2a;">2 cups milk</span><br style="color: #2a2a2a;" /><span style="color: #2a2a2a;">3/4 cup sugar</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">1/2 cup raspberry preserves</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 cups chocolate chips (optional)<br /><span style="color: #2a2a2a;">2 teaspoons vanilla flavor</span><br style="color: #2a2a2a;" /><span style="color: #2a2a2a;">pinch of salt</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mix cream, milk, sugar, vanilla and salt together and stir until sugar completely dissolves. Pour into your ice cream maker and mix for about 30 minutes or until you reach your desired consistency. Slowly add in the raspberry preserves so they don't freeze in too large of clumps.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #2a2a2a;">Slowly melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Tip: Small time increments with lots of stirring in-between works best and keeps the chips from burning. D</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #2a2a2a;">rizzle chocolate into the churning ice cream maker. The sudden cold temperature will cause the chocolate to harden and crack. Tip: Don't pour in large clumps or you'll end up with giant rock-solid chunks of chocolate.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2a2a2a; font-family: inherit;">Pour ice cream in a container and place a piece of parchment paper over the ice cream to keep it from crystalizing. Freeze for 2 hours or more.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2a2a2a; font-family: inherit;">P.S. Try this ice cream with our yummy </span><a href="http://www.petiteinsanities.com/2016/09/chocolate-dipped-sugar-cones.html" style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">chocolate-dipped sugar cone</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #2a2a2a; font-family: inherit;"> recipe! So delicious!!!</span><br />
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In celebration of our super awesome <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu&section_id=19867797" target="_blank">lapel pins</a> we've decided to have a giveaway!!! One, lucky winner will get everything pictured here! Head over to my Instagram account :: <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/seciasophia/" target="_blank">@seciasophia</a></b> to enter! The winner will be announced next Monday. Good luck!<br />
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P.S. Yes... that is totally a vintage Woodstock PEZ dispenser! We're about to list my whole childhood collection in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">shop</a> so stay tuned for all of that awesomeness.<br />
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What's better than a sugar cone topped with your favorite ice cream? ... A <i>CHOCOLATE-DIPPED</i> sugar cone topped with your favorite ice cream!!! This is the easiest recipe to add a little fun (and some awesome flavor) to your dessert. Even better, the possibilities are endless! Sprinkles, chopped nuts, peppermint chips (for the holidays!) or just straight up chocolate goodness, it's <i>all</i> good!<br />
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<b>Ingredients</b><br />
6 sugar cones<br />
2 cups chocolate chips<br />
1 cup chopped pistachios<br />
1 cup chopped almonds<br />
rainbow sprinkles<br />
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Chop all of your nuts ahead of time. I use my trusted <a href="https://www.slapchop.com/" target="_blank">Slap Chop</a> (those infomercials are <i>amazing</i>).<br />
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Slowly melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Tip: Small time increments with lots of stirring in-between works best and keeps the chips from burning.<br />
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Dip cones in chocolate and shake off all excess. Tip: Try to remove the chocolate from the inside of the cone to avoid it ultimately being super hard to bite into.<br />
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Hold cone over a bowl and sprinkle with nuts or sprinkles if desired. Place upside down on wax paper and let completely dry before removing. Store in an air tight container.<br />
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Now for the fun part... adding the ice cream! Can you believe how gorgeous these cones look?! Seriously dying over those yummy colors! Which one is your favorite and what ice cream would you choose to top them off with? Stay tuned later in the week when I share the recipe for the ice cream I chose. Enjoy!<br />
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xx Sécia<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">YOU GUYS! I'm so excited to announce that we are now carrying super awesome lapel pins in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">shop</a>! These are my own designs and </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I've been dying to do this for what seems like forever </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">and I am beyond pleased with how they turned out! We currently have two designs ::: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/476076165/lets-make-out-lapel-pin?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">LET'S MAKE OUT HEART</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/462583742/fck-yeah-lapel-pin?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">FUCK YEAH BANNER</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You'll be super cool when your friends see you wearing these awesome designs! </span>Quantities<span style="font-family: inherit;"> are limited so get 'em while they last in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Petite Insanities shop</a>!</span></span><br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-57403650018367175812016-08-29T18:06:00.000-07:002016-08-29T18:06:08.472-07:00Birthday Cake Pancakes<div style="text-align: center;">
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Yes... you read that right! BIRTHDAY. CAKE. PANCAKES!!! These are crazy delicious and crazy <i>sweet</i>! Perfect for my hubby who loves all things Birthday cake. I stumbled upon the <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2011/01/cake-batter-pancakes/" target="_blank">original recipe</a> awhile back and knew I had to make these for his Birthday. We made them together and changed it up a bit to create what we think is the best Birthday concoction EVER!<br />
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<b>Cake Ingredients</b><br />
1 1/2 cups flour<br />
2/3 cup yellow cake mix<br />
1 1/2 cups milk<br />
1/2 tsp baking powder<br />
1 tsp vanilla<br />
2 eggs<br />
pinch of salt<br />
rainbow bead sprinkles<br />
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Combine flour, cake mix, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Add milk, egg and vanilla and mix with a fork until smooth. <i>TIP</i>: you might want to start with only half the milk and gradually add the rest as needed to make sure the batter doesn't become too runny. Different cake mixes vary in moisture. Sprinkle in the rainbow sprinkles and swirl them into the batter.<br />
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Heat a pancake skillet over medium heat on the stove with a touch of butter so the batter doesn't stick. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side.<br />
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<b>Icing Ingredients</b><br />
2 cups powdered sugar<br />
3 1/2 Tbsp milk<br />
1 tsp vanilla<br />
<i>more</i> rainbow sprinkles<br />
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Mix the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla in a bowl until all ingredients are combined and a nice syrupy (is that a word?) glaze forms.<br />
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Pour icing over plated pancakes and garnish with more rainbow sprinkles!<br />
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Makes approximately 8 medium size cakes. We've pretty much decided that it doesn't need to be someone's Birthday to make these again. They're so much fun to make (and eat) and would make an awesome breakfast idea for kids too. Enjoy!<br />
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xx Sécia<br />
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These might look pretty but they were a complete flop! I figure my failure will be your success so here's how <i>NOT</i> to make champagne popsicles...<br />
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Most people know that alcohol doesn't freeze well. I knew this... I knew it when I was pouring the champagne. I knew it when I was putting the molds in the freezer and I knew it in the pit of my soul when I pulled them out. I thought I'd risk it just to see and they slid right out of the molds and immediately started to melt. I was barely able to sprinkle them with <a href="http://www.almagourmet.com/store/edible-gold-silver-c-27/manetti-edible-gold-powder-125-mg-p-866.html" target="_blank">gold dust</a> (omg so pretty, right?!) and photograph them before they were just pools of bubbly in my hands.<br />
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So I did some more research and found a couple of tips to keep those pops icy cold:<br />
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1. Don't freeze the champagne by itself (like I did). A super easy alternative would be to add juice. Anything to help cut the bubbly and solidify the popsicles. I love mimosas so mimosa pops sound pretty dang delicious to me! (I actually wanted to make these but was too lazy to run to the store to get some OJ)<br />
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2. <a href="http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/champagne_sorbet/" target="_blank">This site</a> suggests you boil off some of the alcohol on the stove first. I'd opt out of this one because what's the point?! I like my booze...<br />
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3. <a href="http://www.bakersroyale.com/champagne-popsicles/" target="_blank">This site</a> mixed champagne and wine and that seemed to work.<br />
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If you have any tips of your own please share them in the comments! I'd love to hear what others come up with.<br />
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xo Sécia<br />
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We stocked lots of fun new items in the shop over the weekend :: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/470771071/6-watercolor-gold-embossed-gift-tags?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">Gold embossed gift tags</a>, brand new <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu&section_id=19659746" target="_blank">neon greeting cards</a> and check out those <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/470769989/rainbow-sprinkles-pills?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">rainbow sprinkles pills</a>! Arn't they awesome?! Seriously, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">Petite Insanities</a> is getting so weird and awesome with all of these little goodies!<br />
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Get 'em while they last and stay tuned for some more awesomeness {<i>like next level awesome</i>} coming very soon!<br />
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xx Sécia<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-81272835340711700882016-07-29T13:33:00.000-07:002016-07-29T13:45:13.988-07:00SHOP ART THEFT ::: SUPPORT INDIE ARTISTSI realize my voice is small in this online world that we live in but I absolutely had to share this, even if it only reaches a few individuals. I've seen this problem pop up here and there on Instagram (anyone see that complete ripoff of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/banannabones/" target="_blank">BanannaBones</a>' gap-tooth design by Forever21?) and I've realized that in order to stop this "design plagiarism" of large retailers ripping off the small business artist, we need to stop shopping at the stores (allegedly) committing the crimes.<br />
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Visit <a href="http://www.shoparttheft.com/" target="_blank">Shop Art Theft</a> and read more about this important topic on <a href="http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2016/07/29/shop-art-theft-tuesday-bassen-adam-j-kurtz/" target="_blank">cool mom picks</a> as well as details about which retailers to avoid AND embrace (because there are some great ones out there like Target, Land of Nod and J Crew that do support indie artists).</div>
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-2659992487827325252016-07-25T13:09:00.001-07:002016-07-25T18:13:43.787-07:00CABAZON DINOSAUR ADVENTURE!<div style="text-align: center;">
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We decided to get outta dodge last weekend for a temporary escape from the brutal fire near Los Angeles so we packed up the pup and headed for an adventure to the <a href="http://cabazondinosaurs.com/" target="_blank">Cabazon Dinosaurs</a>! Remember this funky place from <i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pee-wee%27s_Big_Adventure" target="_blank">Pee-wee's Big Adventure</a></i>? Aside from the scorching 104 degree heat (no joke!), it was pretty awesome checking out the massive T-Rex. I even ventured inside, climbing up the inside of his belly until I reached his jaws (just like Pee-wee!). It was hot... like ridiculously hot... but totally worth it. Truly one of the weirdest roadside attractions. If you're ever looking for something strange and fun in the desert, this would be it!<br />
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xo Sécia<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-17321005941439437782016-07-21T07:00:00.000-07:002016-07-21T07:00:13.919-07:00:::///::: GLITTER BOMBS :::///:::<div style="text-align: center;">
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Now in the shop ::: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/453385486/glitter-bombs?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">GLITTER BOMBS</a>!!! These things are seriously so much fun! They're probably my favorite item in the shop {the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/451944154/3-little-gold-dinosaurs?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">mini gold dinos</a> are pretty awesome too}. They make fabulous party favors at weddings and birthdays or even engagement parties and baby showers. The possibilities are endless and even if you don't feel like "bombing" someone, they still look great just chillin' in their cute, little capsules.<br />
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1. Hold each end of the capsule</div>
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4. <b>BOMB!</b> {and be ready for some serious glitter fun}</div>
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They're currently available in gold, hot pink and light pink but feel free to drop me a line if there's a particular color you're looking for or if you'd like to order a large batch. And please send me pictures of your super awesome <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seciasophia/" target="_blank">glitter bombs</a>!<br />
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xo Sécia<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-86819670412651660442016-07-18T11:40:00.000-07:002016-07-18T11:40:08.924-07:00Cinnamon Banana Oat Smoothie<div style="text-align: center;">
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Ok, this is seriously the yummiest smoothie and the perfect breakfast for anyone on the go. I kind of stole this recipe from my favorite downtown LA juice and smoothie joint: <a href="http://kachidelila.com/11062" target="_blank">Kashi Deli Cafe</a>. It's their "Morning Boost Smoothie" and it's crazy delicious! The bonus... it's completely dairy free!!<br />
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<b>Ingredients</b><br />
2(ish) cups almond milk<br />
1 medium banana<br />
1/2 cup oats<br />
1 tbs agave<br />
2 tsp cinnamon<br />
crushed ice<br />
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<b>Instructions</b><br />
Blend all ingredients in a mixer or bullet until creamy. Note: I usually don't measure my ingredients out, I just kind of throw them all together so if you want more cinnamon or less agave or whatever, the sky is the limit!<br />
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These smoothies totally remind me of cinnamon toast crunch (my favorite cereal) or cinnamon oatmeal. Creamy, sweet, healthy and delicious! Enjoy!<br />
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xo Sécia<br />
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Check out our other recipes <a href="http://www.petiteinsanities.com/p/recipes_27.html" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-844918413028577022016-07-13T07:00:00.000-07:002016-07-13T07:00:27.457-07:00*I have this thing for Gold<div style="text-align: center;">
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Anyone who knows me knows I'm obsessed with all things gold (hello, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/451944154/3-little-gold-dinosaurs?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">mini dinos</a> now available in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count#items" target="_blank">shop</a>) so... just for shits and giggles and because it's <i>:::awesome:::</i> I started a super-cute new Instagram account :: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ihavethisthingforgold/" target="_blank">@ihavethisthingforgold</a> and it's already pretty damn sparkly over there!<br />
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We're still super new and would love a visit and even a follow! That is, if you like to look at pretty, shiny things in your spare time... Tag your images with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/ihavethisthingforgold/" target="_blank">#ihavethisthingforgold</a> to be featured too!<br />
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Special thanks to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spooks333/" target="_blank">@spooks333</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/letterbliss/" target="_blank">@letterbliss</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prettygoodsatx/" target="_blank">@prettygoodstax</a> for already making the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ihavethisthingforgold/" target="_blank">@ihavethisthingforgold</a> feed so fancy! Stay gold everyone!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">xo Sécia</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">P.S. You can still follow my main IG account here:<span style="color: #292929; text-align: center;"> </span><span style="color: #43a4b8; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/seciasophia/">@seciasophia</a></span></span>Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-47740540792190879292016-07-11T11:39:00.000-07:002016-07-11T11:53:13.215-07:00/// Little Gold Dinosaurs ///<div style="text-align: center;">
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New to the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteInsanities" target="_blank">shop</a> :: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/451944154/3-little-gold-dinosaurs?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">little gold dinosaurs</a>! Because everything is better in gold, right?! These little cuties are the perfect addition to pretty much anything; your terrarium, workspace, kid's room, the possibilities are endless!<br />
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Limited quantities so get your <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/451944154/3-little-gold-dinosaurs?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">little gold dino pack</a> while they last! It's the best $3 bucks you'll spend all week! They're so fancy!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">xo Sécia</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">P.S. You can still get our less fancy mini dinos <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/399754327/5-little-dinosaurs?ref=shop_home_active_12" target="_blank">here</a>!</span><br />
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Sécia Mischkehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17634700795537501585noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577583303133795990.post-78658902295059023152016-06-24T07:00:00.000-07:002016-06-24T07:00:21.237-07:00INSTA*LOVE :: Tom Windeknecht :: @tomwindeknecht<div style="line-height: normal; text-align: center;">
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Super excited, our <a href="http://www.petiteinsanities.com/search/label/INSTA*LOVE" target="_blank">INSTA*LOVE</a> series is featuring the uber talented, inspiring, pink-sky-creating, Tom Windeknecht :: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tomwindeknecht/" target="_blank">@tomwindeknecht</a>! Probably one of the nicest guys on Instagram and one of the prettiest feeds too! I know… I clearly have a thing for neon and pastel but how could you not when you come across these awesome photographs?!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I live in historical Redlands, California. It's a great little town between Los Angeles and Palm Springs. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">What do you love/love to do?</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I love photography, Instagram, coffee, art museums, ice cream and Asian food (but not necessarily in that order). I also love traveling with my wife, Laurie, and experiencing new places.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">What inspires you?</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">I am inspired by so many things: nature, colors, art, architecture, old signs, history, etc. I am also inspired by other photographers and artists and how they see with their eyes. That's one of the </span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; line-height: normal;">things that</span><span style="font-kerning: none;"> I love about being on Instagram - there are so many great photographers and artists that view what they are shooting differently. My wife is a huge inspiration as well, she always encourages my photography and creativity. She is a painting artist, so we enjoy our creative outlets together and support each other.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">What do you look for when taking a photo?</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I primarily look for lines, shadows, patterns, colors and shapes. I like clean, minimal compositions with bright colors. These are the largest components of my work. I really try to force myself to look at things from a creative perspective, a smaller perspective, and not just the whole picture. For example, instead of seeing the whole building, I will try to look at corners, architectural details, or angles of the building. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">What are your favorite apps and filters to edit with?</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My favorite app is <a href="http://www.photoshop.com/" target="_blank">Photoshop</a>. Most of my edits are done with Photoshop and my <a href="http://www.wacom.com/en-us?gclid=CJDX2Iauo80CFZSCaQod8v4E8g" target="_blank">Wacom tablet</a>. Sometimes I will do some editing on my phone with the <a href="http://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/photography.html?sdid=KKTJE&mv=search&s_kwcid=AL!3085!3!93731927178!e!!g!!lightroom&ef_id=Vmum6AAAAaWr32VN:20160612204748:s" target="_blank">Lightroom</a> app or <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619?mt=8" target="_blank">Snapseed</a>. I just downloaded <a href="http://acolorstory.com/" target="_blank">A Color Story</a> app and have been playing with that a bit.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Who are your favorite fellow Instagrammers?</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is a really tough question! There are so many great Instagramers out there, so I will do my best to list my favorites: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattcrump/" target="_blank">@mattcrump</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ascobereta/" target="_blank">@ascobereta</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/multiplanar/" target="_blank">@multiplanar</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/colorado_sunshine/" target="_blank">@colorado_sunshine</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lpinkus/" target="_blank">@lpinkus</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/joehida/" target="_blank">@joehida</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/twtsi/" target="_blank">@twtsi</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kiks_way/" target="_blank">@kiks_way</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chrisphillips25/" target="_blank">@chrisphillips25</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/b_e_n__t_h_o_m_a_s/" target="_blank">@b_e_n__t_h_o_m_a_s</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teber/" target="_blank">@teber</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bowling4rhinos/" target="_blank">@bowling4rhinos</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/casualtimetravel/" target="_blank">@casualtimetravel</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/x__holly__x/" target="_blank">@x__holly__x</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/george_byrne/" target="_blank">@george_byrne</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/space.ram/" target="_blank">@space.ram</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_darden/" target="_blank">@lizzie_darden</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/legrandbazar/" target="_blank">@legrandbazar</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/primolli/" target="_blank">@primolli</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/katwesterman/" target="_blank">@katwesterman</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alltelleringet/" target="_blank">@alltelleringet</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dschwen/" target="_blank">@dschwen</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jelloet/" target="_blank">@jelloet</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rarabro/" target="_blank">@rarabro</a>, and (my wife) <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iloveyoumorethancake/" target="_blank">@iloveyoumorethancake</a>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIiGkfOOLyhW8KcODVRy5H2TV5rWC7-G-4YP39GbhjXdZoVZQLwd4QctAtei_Irw_IrzM9jOy9GOwcYYndosHAL8FGuH8S9rKRjRHGekByTHOSlt3i5Jd990JMgpIw8sJr7_MK5L0hHk2z/s1600/tom4.png" /></span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Seriously can’t get enough of those pictures! The detail and textures are incredible. And can we just take a minute to ta<span style="font-family: inherit;">ke in those colors?! WOW! Those first two shots just kill me! So cool. Definitely check out his colorful feed :: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tomwindeknecht/" target="_blank">@tomwindeknecht</a> for some more amazing eyeporn! You can also find him on his website :: </span></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.tomwindeknecht.com/" target="_blank">www.tomwindeknecht.com</a> and on <a href="https://twitter.com/tomwindeknecht" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TomWindeknechtPhotography" target="_blank">Facebook</a> too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A very special thank you to Tom for participating in our <a href="http://www.petiteinsanities.com/search/label/INSTA*LOVE" target="_blank">INSTA*LOVE</a> Q&A!</span></div>
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