Friday Find: Stylish 3 Ring Binders by russell+hazel

Organizing documents in binders started back in school, but it wasn’t until I directed  corporate events that I learned to appreciate the high-function of three ring binders. Today I still like to organize my work documents in binders, but finding a stylish design has been a challenge.

Recently, I discovered russell+hazel and their stylish, yet functional binders.  Not your typical 3 ring binder, russell+hazel’s three-ring binders are beautifully constructed and designed. They each have special features like a dry-erase interior, handsome book-linen spine and rubber band to keep it secure. In addition, russell+hazel binders are eco-friendly and made from 100% post-consumer recycled content.

The book-linen spine comes in ten solid colors to coordinate with just about any décor.

russell+hazel also offer their binders in chic patterns.

Now, which one shall I order? Do you have a favorite binder you love?

 * * *It's not too late to enter to win a personalized art print from Nutmegaroo!* * *

Lake Tahoe Fiesta on the Dock

Last weekend I was with family on the East shore of Lake Tahoe {where I grew up} celebrating my Dad’s 70th birthday. For the special occasion, we had a small fiesta style supper on the dock. The décor was kept simple, yet colorful. Here are some images from the event:

{sunflowers, candles in jam jars, linens from South America and a lone sombrero}

{handmade Mexican paper flags – it was too windy to have them swag, so they didn’t turn out the way I had envisioned them.}

{homemade margaritas of course!}

{incredible food, but I didn’t even get a chance to take some pictures of the main course because my kids wanted to go back to the house. oh well.}

{I didn’t miss the gorgeous sunset though!}





Happy Birthday Dad!

Personalized Kids Art by Nutmegaroo - GIVEAWAY

Etsy is one of my favorite sites for sourcing fresh, fun and personalized artwork for nurseries and kid's rooms.

Megan Long’s Nutmegaroo™ Design Studio on Etsy is a new discovery that offers stylish, personalized and custom prints for children. I have pulled just few examples of her work. Her designs are clean and simple, yet stylish. They would look great on the wall or in a frame on a bedside table.

Nutmegaroo recently released a new series of personalized initial prints {example below} and to celebrate would like to give ten {yes, 10} lucky Simplified Bee readers a free personalized print from her Etsy store.

In addition, Megan also wanted to extend 15% off on all purchases at her Etsy store now through August 11, 2011. Just enter the coupon code: SIMPLIFIEDBEE when checking out. Happy shopping!

Here’s how to enter to win:

• Leave a comment telling me your favorite print on Nutmegaroo. {provide your email if I don't have a way to contact you}.

• Extra Entry - become a new follower of Simplified Bee's Blog, Twitter or Facebook Page.

• Extra Entry - mention this giveaway in a blog post, FB link or tweet, then leave a comment letting me know.

• Please post a separate comment for each extra entry.

• Entry period closes at 9 pm PST on Monday, July 18, 2011. The winner will be chosen by Random.org.

Good luck!

Summer Reading… New Lonny!

Here’s one to add to your summer reading list! Lonny Magazine’s July/August issue is live and they are celebrating the season in a big way.

Loving theses chic entryways by designers Hillary Thomas {top with console table} and Jennifer Dyer. Jennifer found the fabulous octagonal table with elephant truck legs at an estate sale. The best!

Happy Sunday!