Rachel Smith

A recent graduate with her MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts, Rachel has a passion for finding and creating arts and crafts of all kinds. In addition to having her own Etsy shop, paper path, She is head of whippedSTYLE's Etsy and small shop promotion and always has the skinny on the cutest crafty finds. find more about Rachel at: http://rachelsmithart.blogspot.com/ http://www.etsy.com/shop/paperpath http://smithrachel.com/

3 Looks For Your Beachy Resort Vacay

by Rachel Smith on July 26, 2012

Hopefully everyone is gearing up for an amazing vacation soon! Resort? Beachy getaway? ….. Beachy getaway at a fabulous resort? You’re definitely going to need some chic sand-ready looks to relax in! Here are some resort looks to inspire your next beach day or night! Lounging ocean side with a good read, a night out on the town or a stroll on the beach as sunset!

Bustier Top | Color Block Maxi Skirt | Leather Sandals | Gold Bangles | Gold Disc Earrings

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Two-Tone Nails + Bold Bracelets

by Rachel Smith on July 18, 2012

With all your extra summer time (oh, who am I kidding– we are all busier than ever but we make time for pretty), grab your two favorite nail colors and have some fun! Whether you are relaxing or on the go take some time to try out some playful two-toned nails and pair them bold bracelets. And lucky for us, Essie has some 4-pack summer colors that will let you test tons of color combos throughout the season!

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Essie Navigate Her 4 Piece Collection (Click to Buy!)

Essie Summer Nail Polish Collection (Click to Buy!)

Charles Albert Agate Solid Cuff (Click to buy!)

Carole Enameled Zigzag Cuff Bracelet (Click to Buy - Only $14!!)

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homeSTYLE: Rustic Modern

by Rachel Smith on July 13, 2012

I am so in love with the fusion of rustic and modern (be still my beating heart all the things I love together at last!). The raw wood with stainless steel and clean lines is truly a delightful and unusually satisfying mix. This blend is especially satisfying in kitchen and dining areas, but with the right furniture and fixtures it could easily be done in any room of the house! And I have to give a nod to my friends at WaterDrop Workshop for crafting amazing furniture that never ceases to inspire!

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Modern/ Rustic, wooden hooks, TheTreeTop (Click to Buy!)

WaterDrop WorkShop, (Click to Buy!)

Jonathan Adler Console Table + Rustic Antique Heirloom Scale

Chevron Rustic Frame + Triple Pendant Lamp Shade

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wardrobeSTYLE: Bold Floppy Hats

by Rachel Smith on July 9, 2012

It’s officially summer and my sunburnt self could have used a good hat yesterday to shade my face! Loving these style variations with the classic straw hats both large and small – glam it up or keep it casual! But What I’m really loving are the bright, bold floppy straw hats. This can be a great versatile piece you can use all throughout the summer. Plus it looks great with beach hair and lovely crochet shorts.

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Mossimo Supply Co. Yellow Colorblock Floppy Hat, Target (Click to Buy!)

Floppy Hat, Forever 21, Click to Buy! (Comes in 3 colors!)

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5 Adorably Chic Thank You Notes

by Rachel Smith on June 8, 2012

With graduations, weddings and other celebratory events upon us it’s only fair that we help you out with your thank you notes. As a card and paper designer, I find the snail mail thank you card to be a wonderful tradition that is always appreciated. What better way to thank those in your life who have supported and helped you along the way than a unique note card with hand written words of gratitude!? Here are a few ideas from DIY printable, etsy and designer thank you’s – you’re bound to find a perfect way to say thanks!

Print your own Thank you's by Thank you Cards Shop

THANK YOU CALLIGRAPHY, Sugar Paper, $24 (Click to Buy!)

Global Greeting Note Cards Set of 12, Anthropologie, $28 (Click to Buy)

Thank you notecard set with japanese crane lined envelopes, The Pied Paper, $15 (Click to Buy!)

Pink Herringbone Flat Notecards (12 count) , Paper Clouds, $9.99 (Click to Buy!)

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Sunglasses: 6 Sensational Etsy Finds

by Rachel Smith on May 21, 2012

I have been luuuusting after some amazing handcrafted and vintage etsy sunglasses – simply amazing work and finds! From funky customized wood glasses to classic and discreetly embellished, etsy always sets the bar high!!

Celine Sunglasses, Mamas Chest, (click to buy)

Vintage Giorgio Armani Sunglasses, Alt Means Old (click to buy)

Vintage Christian Dior Sunglasses, DecadesVintageOnEtsy, (click to buy)

Sweetheart Sunglasses Set His & Hers Wood Veneered Sunglasses, Tumbleweeds, (click to buy)

1980s Sunglasses, Kissa Vintage Design (click to buy)

Vintage RAY BAN CLUBMASTER,Vintage Sunnys, (click to buy)

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lifeSTYLE: Backyard Entertaining

by Rachel Smith on May 11, 2012

Get the candles lit and the fire pit burning, because it’s officially summer weather! And all we want to do is hang out outside and bask in the warmth we’ve been (impatiently) waiting for! Throw an outdoor movie night with pillows and popcorn or just make a lovely spread of fresh farmers market finds and enjoy the company of your friends and family. Eat, Drink and be Merry!!