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I would describe myself as a simple gal. It's the little things in life that make me happy! I have a serious side, but most of the time I am a complete goof ball.

Music is a deep passion of mine. I love discovering new bands/artists and writing music as well; I can't think of a better form of self-expression. My other favorite hobby would have to be baking -- I have a little sweet tooth!

I also love to write, and have a deep obsession with social media and everything digital.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Seek and I shall find.
What inspires or excites you?
In a word: People. What has been inspiring me a lot lately is our global society. People all around the world are sticking up for human rights and pushing their governments for social and political change. Sometimes we don't realize how lucky we have it; our problems often seem huge, when in reality they are minuscule. The Egyptian revolution really opened my eyes to the world of journalism, and allowed me to develop a deep appreciation for journalists who put their lives on the line, to make other people's voices heard. A story is a powerful thing. It can make you laugh, cry, or anger you, but in every story there is a lesson to be learned. Social media has allowed anyone to have a voice. It has empowered a global community of citizens to hear one another, and learn from one another as well. In essence, people inspire me! From the activist, to the painter, to the plumber, we all make the world what it is.
Social Media Gift Cards
Social Media Gift Cards
'You Got a Gift' Sends eGift Cards by Email, SMS and Facebook
YouGotaGift.com is a newly launched gifting service in the United Arab Emirates that offers personalized eGift Cards from popular stores that are delivered instantly by email, SMS and Facebook. In... MORE
DIY Circular Painted Leggings
DIY Circular Painted Leggings
The Brit & Co. Polka-Dotted Pants are Stylish and Easy to Make
The Brit & Co. polka-dotted pants project is a great way to spruce up an old pair of jeans. In fact, this style is making a comeback into women’s fashion, and it’s becoming... MORE
Caffeinated Cinema Snacks
Caffeinated Cinema Snacks
The Bio Fuel Popcorn Provides a Jolt of Energy
The Bio Fuel Popcorn is infused with caffeine to give one a jolt when needed. Unlike energy drinks, which have become quite popular over the years, this product offers an edible snack that provides... MORE
Lost-Looking Female Captures
Lost-Looking Female Captures
The Chengdu 'Summer Breeze' by Matthieu Belin Editorial is Mysterious
The Chengdu ‘Summer Breeze’ by Matthieu Belin series is a mysteriously endearing photoshoot featuring Chinese model Liao as the protagonist of the story. The artist wanted to create a... MORE
Confusing Collage Illustrations
Confusing Collage Illustrations
The Daniele Buetti 'Oh Boy Oh Boy' Series Blends Images
The Daniele Buetti ‘Oh Boy Oh Boy’ series is centered around insoluble conflicts, war and terror. The artist uses shots from the prisons of Abu Ghraib and Guantánamo. The media... MORE
Tech-Holding Coolers
Tech-Holding Coolers
The 'Photojojo' Camera Cooler Bag is Ideal for Photographers
The ‘Photojojo’ Camera Cooler bag is ideal for photographers, as it not only holds a camera and its gear, but also keeps food and drinks chilled. Instead of having to carry two separate... MORE
Campfire-Inspired Muffins
Campfire-Inspired Muffins
The 'Gotta Have S'more' S'Muffins are Filled with Marshmallow Goodness
The ‘Gotta Have S’more’ S’Muffins are a fun spin on the traditional graham cracker campfire treat. There have been several different variations of this dessert popping up all... MORE
DIY Golden Animal Vases
DIY Golden Animal Vases
The A Beautiful Mess Honey Bear Containers are Eye-Catching
The A Beautiful Mess honey bear containers are a fun project that can be easily put together with recycled holders. If you have ever bought one of those cute honey containers shaped like teddy bears,... MORE
Air Pollution Infographics
Air Pollution Infographics
The 'GOOD' Toxic Twenty Study Shows the States that Emit the Most
The ‘GOOD’ Toxic Twenty study explains which states emit the most toxic emissions into the air. It also explores how this can effect the health of those living in the United States.... MORE
Personified Light Switches
Personified Light Switches
The 'Trendy Girl' Kawaii Stickers by Hager Kallysta are Easy to Use
The ‘Trendy Girl’ Kawaii Stickers by Hager Kallysta are great for sprucing up any light fixture. These animated stickers are ideal for children’s bedrooms and for classrooms.... MORE
Food Truck Reality Shows
Food Truck Reality Shows
The 'Restaurant Takeover' on The Food Network Goes Behind the Scenes
The ‘Restaurant Takeover’ on The Food Network takes viewers behind the scenes of the restaurant industry, and helps struggling businesses revamp its menu and decor in just six days.... MORE
Healthy High School Campaigns
Healthy High School Campaigns
The 'My Food My Way' Initiative Aims to Instill Healthy Eating
The ‘My Food My Way’ campaign aims to get Toronto youth eating healthier at lunch time. Susur Lee is a Toronto-based chef that is going to be aiding in the creation of making tasty and... MORE
DIY Personalized Flower Vases
DIY Personalized Flower Vases
The Brit & Co. Beer Bottle Project is a Great Way to Recycle
The Brit & Co. beer bottle project is a great way to recycle old bottles. This would be ideal for college students who want to spruce up their abodes in an inexpensive way. The only materials... MORE
Deceiving Reusable Shopping Bags
Deceiving Reusable Shopping Bags
Just Mustard Shopper-holic Totes are Fashionable
Just Mustard Shopper-holic shopping bags are incredibly deceiving. At first glance, one would assume that it’s an actual purse as opposed to a standard shopping bag; it is, however, a reusable... MORE
Government Secrecy Spending Graphics
Government Secrecy Spending Graphics
The GOOD 'Cost of Covering Up' Study Looks at the U.S. Budget
The GOOD ‘Cost of Covering Up’ study looks at money being spent by the U.S government to conceal its secrets, private documents, salaries, and security clearance. According to this study,... MORE
Fast Folding Bicycles
Fast Folding Bicycles
The 'Tern' Eclipse X20 & Swoop Duo Bikes Have Won the 2012 Eurobike Award
The ‘Tern’ Eclipse X20 & Swoop Duo bikes have won the 2012 Eurobike Award, the company was selected out of a pool of 439 entries that were received worldwide. Tern has launched a... MORE
Customizable Calculators
Customizable Calculators
The 'Just Mustard' DIY Calculator Let's You Draw Any Design
The ‘Just Mustard’ DIY calculator lets you draw any design that you please; all one has to do place the numbers correctly. Disguised as a notepad, this gadget can help you solve those... MORE
Dual-Purpose Paper Mats
Dual-Purpose Paper Mats
The Just Mustard 'Mouse Pad Note Pad' is Uber Convenient
The Just Mustard ‘Mouse Pad Note Pad’ is a fun and quirky dual-purposed paper pad that also functions as a mouse pad. Oftentimes when at the computer and in need of paper and a pen, it&#... MORE
Household Spending Graphics
Household Spending Graphics
The NPR Chart Examines How Money is Spent in Different Income Brackets
The NPR chart examines how money is spent in different income brackets. The study provides interesting spending behavior, and highlights the differences and similarities between the poor, the middle... MORE
DIY Erasable Storage Labeling
DIY Erasable Storage Labeling
The A Beautiful Mess Chalkboard Paper Project is Handy
The A Beautiful Mess chalkboard paper project is great for labeling virtually anything in the home, but it’s especially great for kitchen dishware and containers. Oftentimes many reuse jars and... MORE
Inflatable Computer Cushions
Inflatable Computer Cushions
The Just Mustard Laptop Lilo is Heat Resistant and Portable
The Just Mustard Laptop Lilo is an inflatable cushion that can be blown up in less than two minutes. This portable laptop holder is heat resistant, and can prevent heat levels up to 80 degrees... MORE
Instant Java Travel Pouches
Instant Java Travel Pouches
The Jiva Coffee Cubes are Made with Unrefined Cane Sugar
The Jiva Coffee Cubes are ideal for those who like to take premium java with them anywhere they go. It is not always convenient to lug around a coffee machine, which is why this product is a great... MORE
Study Time Infographics
Study Time Infographics
The Online Colleges Research Indicates That Students Rarely Hit the Books
An Online Colleges research finds a decline in the number of hours that college students spend hitting the books. In fact, the average number of hours spent studying has dropped by 50% since the... MORE
Aerosol Can Travel Mugs
Aerosol Can Travel Mugs
The Just Mustard Canned Bottles Resemble Spray Paint Containers
The Just Mustard Canned travel mugs resemble aerosol spray paint containers. At first glance, one would not assume that these are in fact usable mugs. This product is ideal for the creative souls... MORE
Axe-Shaped Lollipops
Axe-Shaped Lollipops
The Just Mustard Chillax Moulds are Incredibly Surreal
The Just Mustard chillax moulds are incredibly surreal as they resemble real axes, but in reality are lollipops. This would be ideal for parties, and best of all it’s a great way to deceive... MORE
Jelly-Filled Balloons
Jelly-Filled Balloons
The Just Mustard Party Pooch Tray Makes Delicious Gelatin Treats
The Just Mustard Party Pooch is a fun take on the traditional party balloon, shaped in the form of a dog. The product is a plastic mold that gets filled with gelatin and is then placed in the fridge... MORE
Guilt-Free Coconut Crisps
Guilt-Free Coconut Crisps
Dang Chips are a Cholesterol and Gluten Free
Dang chips are made out of freshly peeled and sliced coconuts. In case you’re wondering, the word “dang” is Thai for “red.” They are a healthier alternative to potato... MORE
Lipstick Mirror Markers
Lipstick Mirror Markers
The Just Mustard 'Read My Lips' Pen is Erasable & Works on Smooth Surfaces
The Just Mustard ‘Read My Lips’ lipstick marker is designed to be used on mirrors. If you’ve ever had the urge to write all over a mirror with red lipstick, then this product is... MORE
Jersey-Shaped Drink Infusers
Jersey-Shaped Drink Infusers
The Just Mustard Tea-Shirt Makes Delicious-Flavored Beverages
The Just Mustard ‘Tea-Shirt’ is a fun way to brew a cup of tea. Instead of the standard egg-shaped strainer, these are shaped in the form of t-shirts and are equipped with a long handle,... MORE
Deceiving Bathtub Drapes
Deceiving Bathtub Drapes
Just Mustard 'Shadow of the Duck' Shower Curtains are Comical
The Just Mustard ‘Shadow of the Duck’ shower curtains are comical, as they create a shadowed effect of a jumbo-sized rubber ducky. Imagine the look on someone’s face if they were... MORE
Beer-Infused Push Pops
Beer-Infused Push Pops
The Brit & Co. Blue Moon Ice Cream Treat is Ideal for Mature Palettes
The Brit & Co. blue moon ice cream push pop is a fun treat for adults to enjoy. This delicious dessert is infused with beer and a hint of orange. The creamy confection is ideal to make as a drink,... MORE
DIY Legume Bites
DIY Legume Bites
Brit & Co. Veggie French Fries Safely Satisfy Junk Food Cravings
The Brit & Co. veggie french fries are sure to satisfy junk food cravings without the added calories. With the growing concern of obesity and related health problems, it’s wise to alter one&... MORE
DIY Adhesive Artworks
DIY Adhesive Artworks
The Brit & Co. Duct Tape Canvas is an Affordable Home Decor Project
The Brit & Co. duct tape canvas is an easy do-it-yourself project that can spruce up any room. It’s ideal for those who are on a tight budget but want to renovate their abode. The only... MORE
Battery-Inspired Java Cups
Battery-Inspired Java Cups
The Power Up Insulated Travel Mug is Incredibly Deceiving
The Power Up insulated travel mug is incredibly deceiving. At first glance, one would assume that it’s a real jumbo-sized battery. This decoy mug is insulated to keep hot drinks steamy and... MORE
Aged Reality Star Portraits
Aged Reality Star Portraits
These Jersey Shore Tanning Photos Highlight the Risks of Overexposure
These Jersey Shore tanning photos aim to highlight the risks that are involved with overexposure to the sun. Excessive sun exposure can cause skin to wrinkle and age a lot faster than usual. It can... MORE
Personified World Event Portraits
Personified World Event Portraits
The Shin-Young An Ghostly Female Faces Depict Grim Realities
The Shin-Young An ghostly female faces depicts the unfortunate realities occurring in the world. Her approach, the artist states, is to “find the truth in the human form and to translate that into [... MORE

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Personalized Camera Straps
Personalized Camera Straps
The 'Sew Tamz Designs' Offers Fashionable Photographer Gear
Instead of sporting a plain and dull camera strap, the ‘Sew Tamz Designs’ offers fashionable personalized pieces for photographers. The company caters to both men and women with a... MORE
Upcycled Tree Stump Furnishings
Upcycled Tree Stump Furnishings
The Real Wood Works Creations are Incredibly Detailed
These tree stump tables and mats by Real Wood Works is made out of recycled wood. The company is part of a forest restoration program that salvages wood from South Central New Mexico that would have... MORE
Interactive Music Videos
Interactive Music Videos
The Matchbox Twenty 'She's So Mean' Clip Can be Moved Around with a Mouse
The Matchbox Twenty ‘She’s So Mean’ music video provides a fun and interactive viewing experience. If you haven’t already tried it, click play to view the video and place... MORE
Sibling Memory Captures
Sibling Memory Captures
The Wilma Hurskainen Four Sisters Series is Nostalgic
The Wilma Hurskainen four sisters series takes a walk down memory lane and sparks nostalgia. Hurskainen wanted to create a blast from the past by recreating old family photos. She revisited the same... MORE
DIY Doggy Bowls
DIY Doggy Bowls
The 'A Beautiful Mess' Blog Shows How to Make Customized Dishware for Pups
This super easy project from the ‘A Beautiful Mess’ blog shows how to make customized bowls for your pets. The nice thing about this project is that you can get creative with how you... MORE
Pop-Band Webisodes
Pop-Band Webisodes
In Honor of the No Doubt ‘Push and Shove’ Album, the Band Goes Behi
In anticipation of the No Doubt ‘Push and Shove’ album, which is due for release on September 25, 2012, the band is taking fans behind the scenes with special webisodes on YouTube. They recently... MORE
Dismembered Watercolor Paintings
Dismembered Watercolor Paintings
The Catherine Mellinger Mixed Media Collection is Mind-Boggling
These watercolor paintings by Catherine Mellinger will definitely work your imagination. Not only does she like to work with watercolors, but ink, paper and glue as well. Her inspiration comes from... MORE
Lace-Like Paper Cuttings
Lace-Like Paper Cuttings
These Hina Aoyama Designs are Amazingly Handcrafted
These Hina Aoyama designs are amazingly handcrafted. Her goal is to try and combine both traditional and modern art inspiration into her work. The amount of precision that her pieces have is... MORE
Glowing LED Wallpaper
Glowing LED Wallpaper
The Ingo Maurer & Architects Paper Designs are Futuristic
The Ingo Maurer & Architects Paper glowing LED wallpaper is incredibly futuristic. Unlike other wallpapers that are solar powered and glow for a short period of time, this paper is actually... MORE
Daydreaming Artist Portraits
Daydreaming Artist Portraits
The 'Inneres Auge' by Pavlove der Visionaer is Incredibly Intriguing
These portraits entitled ‘Inneres Auge’ by Pavlove der Visionaer are incredibly intriguing. The photographer decided to capture artists in Berlin, Rome and Milan, in their working space,... MORE
Twigged Candy Apples
Twigged Candy Apples
The 'Allyson Baker Design' Blog Shows How to Spruce Up a Traditional Treat
This creative do-it-yourself project from the Allyson Baker Design blog shows how to spruce up a popular favorite dessert. Candy apples are often consumed at amusement parks; however, this treat is... MORE
App Download Infographics
App Download Infographics
The 'NUANCE' Chart Explains What Consumers Want from Mobile Applications
This infographic by ‘Nuance’ examines consumer behavior in terms of application downloads. According to this chart, 70% of mobile users have over 10 apps, while 60% of those surveyed... MORE
Rainbow Street Art Installations
Rainbow Street Art Installations
The Horst Glasker ‘Scala’ Installation is Beautiful
This beautiful Horst Glasker ‘Scala’ installation is a rainbow-colored staircase that can be found in Wuppertal, Germany. What makes this staircase distinct is the fact that there are words... MORE
DIY Circular Painted Leggings
DIY Circular Painted Leggings
The Brit & Co. Polka-Dotted Pants are Stylish and Easy to Make
The Brit & Co. polka-dotted pants project is a great way to spruce up an old pair of jeans. In fact, this style is making a comeback into women’s fashion, and it’s becoming... MORE