Tyson Anthony Roberts, a Seattle-based artist, creates abstract landscapes that are quite compelling.  I love how simple they are, while still conveying the feel of a place and scene.  While my computer apparently didn't like his website, he fortunately has a Flickr account as well. Victoria, BC Via Tacoma The Gardens

How fun would this be to do with your kids -- or your friends' kids -- or pretty much any random kid?  Make your own monster, and no sewing skills required.  Sounds perfect. (available at ReForm School and seen on Mighty Goods)

This poster, created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Repertory Orchestra, is just lovely.  The letterpress creates great texture, and I love how the swirls around the edges of the violin echo the cuts in the instrument itself. (Hero Design Studio via Oh So Beautiful Paper)

My husband and I just moved into our first house, and our new kitchen is fabulous -- especially after years of living in apartments.  My brain is brimming with ideas to make all the lovely concoctions I've seen on blogs over the years now that I feel like I have ...

Nicola Yoon creates "organic jewelry" made from colorful gemstones and crystals.  The colors are bright, juicy, and I'm happy just looking at them. Peridot, amethyst, and apatite with brushed gold vermeil pendant London blue topaz with sterling silver Olive jade swing earrings