Merry Christmas and Goodbye to 2015!

Avery Versus Pins

I've loved teaching myself to embroider little pins.  I took inspiration from my favorite foods and the iconic Kenzo eye graphic.  These pins will be up on my etsy shop very soon.

Avery Versus Seattle

When my family came to visit me in Portland, we decided to take a little road trip to Seattle, Washington, approximately three hours away!  Traffic in the city was hell, but it was worth it.  The day was gorgeous - eighty degrees warm, clear skies, a light breeze, and full of art and life.  I loved the view from the Space Needle and the ferris wheel over the water, the inspiration behind the Chihuly garden and Glass Museum, and the liveliness of the city.

We didn't get to spend a whole lot of time in Seattle.  I'd really love to go back soon in order to experience more of what this lovely city has to offer.

xx Avery

Avery Versus Tulips

It has been forever since my last post but I thought that this was worthy of sharing.  Welcome to the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, Oregon.  This tulip farm has just begun to blossom and just opened their festival to the public.  I don't know how many different kinds of tulips were there, but it was overwhelmingly magnificent.

The view from the first lookout was incredible.  The rows and rows of blooming tulips lit up the field.  I couldn't believe how vast and colorful the tulips were.  While I enjoyed the farm, it was a little muddy due to the Oregon rains in the last few days.  My boots were (and still are) totally caked in dense, mushy, mud.  But that didn't stop me and my family from having a wonderful time and falling in love with the farm.

My favorite tulip of the day was the Fantasy/Parrot Tulip.  The color combinations in the flower were unbelievable and even better when seen in person.  The petals are so delicate and seem as though they were shaped by the winds.  Some of them were wilting a little, but even that did not detract from their whimsical beauty.  I wish I could have taken them home with me to plant in a windowbox.  But I will settle for the Mt Hood Muscari I bought for now.  Hopefully I'll update on its growth.

If you ever have the opportunity to visit this tulip farm or anything like it, please do.  After visiting, I am inspired to visit Holland and frolic in those fields too. 

xx Avery

Avery Versus Hawaii Winter

This winter weather in Hawaii is crazy. We have so much rain and wind.  It was beautiful a few days ago, where I took these shots of the apparently rare clear blue sky behind this beautiful tree and a view of Diamond Head Crater that I don't see too often.

Follow me on Instagram to see what I've been doing in Hawaii @aaverss

Avery Versus Home

I woke up to this gorgeous sunrise, got some cash, packed the last of my things, and headed to the Portland Airport. I was finally going back home!

Going back meant many things to me.  My fall quarter of college was done, I could finally go outside without freezing my butt off, and I would see my friends again.  I'm actually most excited about eating all the local food I've been craving.  My flight arrived yesterday and I spent today with my friends at the beach and driving around town. I missed them. 

Today's skies were cloudy, but my day was lovely. I can't wait to go to the beach some more.  I'll be praying that the weather clears up to that warm Hawaii winter I love. 

Avery Versus Wes Anderson

I've loved Wes Anderson films for a very long time.  I think the first film I saw was The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou.  Since then I was hooked on Anderson's signature framing, pacing, and soundtrack style.  I've kept up with all of his films.  However, I've found really great inspiration with Moonrise Kingdom.

Many of these pins were meant for my boyfriend and I to wear for Halloween (we were supposed to be Suzy and Sam from Moonrise Kingdom).  But now I've decided to share the love through my etsy shop.  These pins range from $3.00 - $5.00 and can be bundled for lower shipping rates.

Claim yours!

Avery Versus Black Friday

Where has the time gone?  Thanksgiving is this Thursday and I can't wait to spend it with my roomies, but I really miss my family back home in Hawaii.  I remember our huge Thanksgiving dinners and delicious potluck buffet.  November and December are my favorite months of the year.  As soon as November 1st rolls around I blast the Christmas music and dream about finding gifts for my family and closest friends.  It just so happens that Black Friday is the perfect day to find Christmas gifts for my loved ones (and myself).

I've been doing a little pre-Black Friday shopping online and in stores.  I've found some great potential gifts for my family and my friends.  I've decided not to picture a few of these gifts so I could keep the mystery of Christmas alive!  Anyway, here are some of my favorite finds so far.

 

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Of course a few of these wishes are for myself.  It's almost impossible to only shop for others on Black Friday.  However, I'm trying to limit myself to only buying a Christmas party dress, one pair of reasonably priced shoes, a chunky button-up cardigan, and a new pair of earphones to replace my broken ones.  Hopefully publishing this on the blog will help me keep my promise to myself.

It's been hard to find gifts for my boyfriend.  He's a fashionable, nerdy, photography loving nineteen year old boy and if anyone has any suggestions for Christmas gifts, please comment below!

Avery Versus Etsy

I've loved Etsy for a long time now.  I have found some amazing treasures, discovered an unhealthy obsession for metal jewelry, created an endless wedding wishlist, and started my own little shop.  Sometimes I peruse the infinite shops to pass the time, while other times I am on a hunt for the perfect gift for a friend or for myself,
 which I successfully find because Etsy is a wonderful creative space.

My personal wishlist is getting quite large so I thought I would share some recent standouts on this blog.  Just click on the image to view the listing.  To view the rest of my favorites, follow me on Etsy!

Melons Print by Plant Planet

Mystery of the Colorful Cactusland and The Eyes Coin Purse by Baobap Handmade

Make Your Own Bird Mask by Wintercroft

(I actually purchased this and made my own bird mask for Halloween.  I was planning to be Suzy as the Raven in Moonrise Kingdom but my plans were derailed by sudden illness.  I am getting better though!)



Giclee Print by Lola Donoghue



Bag to Basic pink shoulder bag by TiTATiTA

I'll post listings of my own Etsy shop on the blog later.  Look forward to handmade patches that reference Wes Anderson, The Fault In Our Stars by John Green, and more!