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Melanie Auld Designs
Have you guys heard of Melanie Auld Designs? She's a talented girl with a line of jewelry & handbags who works out of Montreal, Canada. She's quite successful with her luxurious line of jewelry... Continue reading »
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Thanks to these Blogs.....
Hey everyone! So grateful to have all these blogs feature my work, thank you! Whether it's MadeByGirl or Cocoa & Hearts - it's always nice to see. So, feel free to check out these blogs! If you... Continue reading »
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LEGO Event at the Novogratz Home...
Hello! How is everyone? I swear, I'm so exhausted. Had family in town & stayed up too late. You know how that goes I'm sure. Well, I've been meaning to post about this event I attended on May... Continue reading »
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Renting: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
The GOOD Renting certainly has its perks, including calling the landlord to fix broken appliances, and no strings attached freedom to move to a new apartment at the end of the lease. Renting also... Continue reading »
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Design: African Fusion
Hello Made By Girl readers! It's Brooke from the Modern Sophisticate again. One of my favorite tricks designers use to add some fun and whimsy to a space is to incorporate animals into the decor.... Continue reading »
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DIY: Painted Shoes
Monday is here again - working, working, working. I enjoyed my weekend & you?? Last night, I had the pleasure of meeting several bloggers prior to Blogfest & we shared stories and appetizers,... Continue reading »
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Designer: Emily Mugannam
I'm soooo happy it's Friday, aren't you? The weather is lovely here in the city & I'm so psyched to be meeting a few bloggers (I've only known online) this weekend! Girls like, Chassity, Erika,... Continue reading »
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Designer: Christina Murphy
As I flipped through the pages of New York Social Diary - I was totally enchanted with this home. However, I almost nearly passed out when I found out it was Christina Murphy's home & GET THIS,... Continue reading »
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Renting: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
Hi! I'm Jamie from the blog [kreyv]. Because of Mr. Hubs' medical schooling, residency, and fellowship, we have rented for nine of our eleven years of marriage. Here are my thoughts on the good, bad,... Continue reading »
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The Ugly Word: Jealousy
What a day it was yesterday. I interviewed several applicants for Intern/Assistant position & also added 15 (8x10) Cocoa & Hearts paintings to the site, which sold out in less than 20... Continue reading »
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What kind of Bikini are you??
Yesterday was the HOTTEST day in Manhattan so far this year. I thought I would play it cool & so I wore a blazer while walking 15 blocks. Oh my gosh, that was mistake in a half! I was boiling. I... Continue reading »
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Fashion: Painting Inspired Outfit
Hello again! Casie Mace this Monday morning bringing some fashion to MBG readers! I think you'll love this one! Remember last month when I said I think its fun to find outfit inspiration in,... Continue reading »
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Design: Over Dyed Area Rugs
Hello MBG readers! Brooke Jones bringing you an interesting trend, over dyed area rugs. I mean, who said old dogs can't learn new tricks? Over dyed area rugs are just that-- vintage rugs that have... Continue reading »
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Coming Soon..
We are working on a site re-design for Made By Girl & this week we've been shooting all the products! Stay tuned! Continue reading »
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Bits of my Week...
above: appetizer from my husband. endive with tofutti cream cheese & salmon. Garnished with bean sprouts. above: at the succarra showroom above: some of the assistant/intern resumes that were... Continue reading »
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NYC Photographer Annie Schlecter
Do you guys know Annie Schlecter?? She's the photographer behind all these amazing images below! Annie is a native New Yorker & has been working as a photographer since 1998. WOW, that's as long... Continue reading »
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Stella McCartney ...
Ready for summer?? I am. Today, these sunglasses arrived in the mail today from ShopBop. Aren't they pretty? They're Stella McCartney gold/blonde tortoise stylish aviators! I just love this... Continue reading »
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Fashion: Florals
Hello MBG readers! Lauren here again, happy to be back sharing a popular trend for Spring - floral. Now, I know it takes some pretty brave fashionistas to sport this look from head to toe, so I... Continue reading »

