SO GOOD!! I can’t wait until this collection hits the stores. I have never been a bigger fan of J.CREW. Creative director Jenna Lyons first presented the collection in April, where she described her inspiration as “Edie Beale meets the Girl Scouts”. She nailed it. The LOOKBOOK highlights an earthy, fall-ready palette with a particular focus on military-inspired olive and separates that can be easily layered.
“a nod to grandma-chic”
Take a look at the Behinds the Scenes video of the shoot and the inspiration behind the designs HERE
I had the opportunity to work with incredible singer songwriter BREANNE DUREN in designing some new t-shirts for the launch of her new website. She is best known for her involvement with OWL CITY…..the pretty voice behind lead singer Adam Young. But she recently came out with her own debut album that is nothing short of amazing. Check out her newest tracks “Daydreams” and “Catch You” – yuuummy.
2 women’s tees and one mens tee available. Click HERE to purchase!
All of us at Jedidiah have been big fans of SURFING THE NATIONS for quite some time now. Surfing the Nations is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to humanitarian action, locally and internationally. Surfing the Nations is dedicated to preventing substance abuse in Hawaii, and also sends groups of volunteer surfers to developing countries such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, China, Egypt, and Israel in order to promote the sport of surfing as a healthy alternative for youth.
Surfing the Nations believes that surfers are an untapped resource to serve our local and outer island communities. Their message is to influence the upcoming generation of surfers to “give back” by serving and meeting the needs of local communities.
Just a few weeks ago they held the 4th Annual Freedom Surf Contest. This is an annual surf contest sponsored by Jedidiah in Queens, Waikiki, held mother’s day weekend. It is a two-day event, promoting “A Drug Free Hawaii”. In having this contest Surfing The Nations goal is to raise awareness of substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation issues in order to reverse the devastating affect that drug and alcohol abuse is having on the people of Hawaii. Every year I have had the opportunity to design the contest t-shirt and (this year) poster for them. Surfing the Nations is an inspiration to me and a motivation to get out into my own community and give back. We all have something to offer. See the video below to get a glimpse of the event!
Surfing the Nations has done a lot of work in Bangladesh over the years. Gum for my boat is an alluring documentary that touches on the redemptive power of surfing and the work that Surfing the Nations is doing in Bangladesh. This short feature tells the story of how a group of underprivileged kids are making a difference in their community, and how the surf club they started is the catalyst for this change. This film was produced by the incredibly talented Russell Brownley and stars our very own Kahana Kalama
Helena from A DIARY OF LOVELY was sweet enough to feature me on her blog! It is a weekly series she has called “My Stuff”. It’s really just the inside scoop on everything I love! I thought i’d post the feature here on my blog as well. Thanks again Helena! You’re blog is inspiring!
INSPIRATIONS Favorite Discovery: Recently : Using a laser beam as an exercise program for my cat! Seriously try it. It’s hilarious. Favorite Place in the World: I have to say that home (Encinitas, CA) is honestly my favorite place to be. But a few of my favorite places to travel include Tokyo, San Francisco and New York. Style Icons: Kate Moss, Sienna Miller, Zooey Deschanel, Alexa Chung Favorite Designer: Monique Lhuillier / Miu Miu / Marc Jacobs Favorite Movie: I could watch Princess Bride a thousand times and never get sick of it. A few runners up would be Dirty Dancing, Away We Go and 500 Days of Summer.
HOME Inspiration: I am a blog-a-holic. Coco+Kelley / Decor8 / Bloesem Favorite Art: Ghostpatrol / Amy Sol / Thomas Campbell Bedding: Anthrolpologie! (I have the cirrus collection) Stationery: Precious Moments was my first love. I remember when I was in elementary school trying to re-create the characters. I guess you could say it was my first art inspiration. I had dreams of becoming a greeting card designer…and actually still do! Coffee table books: The Satorialist, Flee Market Style by Emily Chalmers, BLK/MRKT Two
Flowers: peonies
BEAUTY Perfume: Daisy by Marc Jacobs Moisturizer: Laura Mercier Mascara: Loreal Volume Shocking Shampoo: Paul Mitchell Soap: St.Ives Oatmeal & Shea Butter
Lorena Barriento is the genius behind MARANON jewelry. I just recently stumbled across her work while looking for a gift on Etsy…and needless to say, I feel in love. She painstakingly embroiders each necklace, earring, and brooch by hand! Using embroidery floss to weave smooth geometric patterns into bold shapes of various sizes. The backs of her necklaces are lined with lace to give it that small feminine touch. What a perfect combination! Don’t you want just every piece!!?
Amazing right!? To get a behind the scenes look at how they are created visit her FLICKR account.
My name is Kelli and I am an illustrator, painter and designer from San Diego, California. This blog is a collection of all the wonderful things that inspire me including art, fashion, design, and illustration as well as a glimpse into my own life and work. If you have any questions or inquiries or would just like to say hello, please email me at
