March 27, 2009

Hip Office Supplies 'R Us (or should I say, Them)

Filed under: Design & Art,Small Business — Tags: , — lidia @ 4:45 pm

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Looking for a unique client gift? Redecorating your office? Head straight to OFFICE PDX and peruse the multitude of design-savvy supplies, like business card holders, desk accessories and binders. I was thrilled to find the much-loved Cavallini & Co. Clipiola circular paper clips I have been searching for. Not to mention the fact that it’s headed up by a couple of graphic designers (but I’m biased, of course).

March 26, 2009

Network with your (business) neighbors on Tue, Mar. 31

Filed under: Networking — Tags: , , — lidia @ 1:26 pm

neighborhood-networking-logo-no-tagFeel like you’ve met all your local business prospects? Do something valuable for your business: step out of your usual routine and make new connections. Join us after work for Neighborhood Networking in Northcenter. Meet a fellow business owner or make connections in a different neighborhood — as well as sample appetizers from a local favorite, Cafe 28.

This event will be held on Tue, Mar. 31 from 5-7:30 pm at the TEFL Institute, 1910 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago IL.

Tickets: $10 in advance / $12 at the door.

To purchase tickets and get more information: http://www.neighborhoodnetworking.eventbrite.com

Share this invite with fellow businesses and friends.

Hosted by Lidia Varesco Design & Elizabeth L. Miranda of Mercury Organizing Professionals

March 25, 2009

Selling or transitioning out of your business?

Filed under: Small Business — Tags: , , , , , — lidia @ 10:20 pm

Then this upcoming workshop from the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center may be just what you’re looking for. Moving On in This Economy: Everything You Need to Know about Selling or Transitioning Out of Your Business will be held next Thu, April 2nd at the University Center (525 S. State St., Chicago IL). Registration Fee is $35; free registration for Coleman Center and Lincoln Park Chamber members.

Get more information and register here.

March 23, 2009

Illinois Small Business Economic Recovery Forum: Mar. 24

Filed under: Small Business — Tags: , , , — lidia @ 6:03 pm

Wondering how the economic stimulus will affect your small business? Attend the Illinois Small Business Economic Recovery Forum: Bringing Economic Recovery to Small Businesses in Illinois held tomorrow, March 24th at Navy Pier. Visit SCORE Chicago for more info on the event and the economic stimulus.

designer vs. designer

Filed under: Design & Art — Tags: , , , — lidia @ 4:25 pm

cutpaste1Even if you aren’t a designer, I guarantee you’ll enjoy the live design tournament known as Cut&Paste. Watch as Chi-town designers compete for the greatest 2D, 3D, and motion graphics—created right on the spot among a cheering audience.

Cut&Paste hits Chicago next Friday, April 4th at the Congress Theatre. Get more info here. If you can’t be there, watch the live webcast and cheer on your favorite designer.

March 18, 2009

the next top (canine) model

Filed under: Design & Art — lidia @ 3:26 pm

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I’ve always loved this shot from a past White House Black Market catalog. Who better to model an elegant fringed day wrap with brooch accent than this graceful pooch. The White House Black Market catalogs are in my opinion, simply yet elegantly-designed — and the addition of canine models gives them a whimsical touch. See the latest catalog for another fashion-forward hound. And here’s to hoping other catalogers follow in their footsteps, ahem, paws…

March 16, 2009

Colour my world…

Filed under: Design & Art — lidia @ 3:41 pm

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Need color inspiration for a project? Redecorating or painting your home? Peruse COLOURLovers for color ideas and trends — or share your own color inspirations. Click on a swatch to view and download the color breakdown. Shown is my current palette fave, Oh Rodeo!

March 12, 2009

Welcome to the bright spot!

Filed under: Small Business — lidia @ 12:03 am

Sharing the “bright spots” in today’s design, business & culture. We welcome your comments and additions!