Blogging has provided me with unbelievable inspiration. Inspiration to follow a new career path. Inspiration to create beautiful spaces. Inspiration to take huge leaps of faith.
What is even more amazing and inspiring is to see bloggers accomplishing MAJOR things through the internet. Just this week, I’ve been blown away by two of these people.
First, Jess (a follow Chicago blogger) created her own line of handbags. She already has a gorgeous line of jewelry, and now added to her portfolio… purses. And they’re not just any bags, they’re gorgeous, lust-after-for-months bags.
Also, this week, Jen from MadebyGirl opened Cocoa & Hearts, a shop where all of her original paintings are now being sold. I am in absolute awe. This is the kind of artwork that MAKES your house. In her first week open, shes already sold quite a few pieces too!
Congratulations to both of these ladies for inspiring other bloggers to do what they love!
In loooove with those purses!!! Gorgeous!!
Both new ventures are so gorgeous!!
Wow- this is so impressive. Great post, Alex and congrats to Jess and Jen!
You’re so right – it’s incredible what Blogging can lead to! These two ventures are both inspiring. Thanks for sharing them with us… and congrats to Jess and Jen! I can’t wait to go explore more of their fabulous work! xo
i love jess’ new bags! espectially those clutches! and so with you…seeing these ladies accomplish so much is so inspiring!
xo.ashley
Both are so great..and yes, totally inspirational!
Totally agree, blogging is so inspirational! It is amazing what all these talented ladies can do! I love that white clutch! and I have been a fan of Jen’s artwork for awhile! Might have to order a piece for our home!
It is so inspiring, it seems like blogging makes almost anything possible.
Beautiful bags and I love Jens work !!
xxLily
goldandgray.com
I saw this post earlier this morning and was so touched and honored that you would feature the bags and be so supportive!! Thank you so, so much!
See you in June!
those paintings are super cute!
Both are lovely! SO IN LOVE WITH THE BAG!!! XO
I love the power of blogging and how it can lead people to follow their true passions! What an inspiration!
How exciting! I totally agree…blogging is very empowering. Thanks for sharing!
xoxo
Alexa
http://www.theshortandthesweetofit.com
So right, they are both lust-worthy gals…er, I mean their products are…that came out wrong…(c: I am totally in love with several of Jen’s paintings, the colors are just so amazing!
Love the bags and the paintings, too. It’s amazing how much talent is out there!
Love the last bag.. so cute! I need to check them out. xo
Thank YOU SO MUCH Alex!
) AND to everyone else too! I appreciate all the nice comments on my paintings! 
More to come.
Will include you in my thank you post
Hadn’t seen the bags! And it’s pretty darn amazing isn’t it?! I feel so lucky to be a part of it. To have had the courage to go out there and just start a blog despite that fact that few of my friends “get it”!
v inspiring indeed! these ladies are super talented! xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams
Great post! I just bookmarked the Jess LC bags. And MadebyGirl’s new shop — love!!!
I am so inspired – EVERYDAY – by the talent I come across and the beautiful things that I see. Blogging has definitely opened up a new and exciting world for me that I see filled with opportunity. That’s what makes me sparkle! Thank you for all of your loveliness {you are one that I am so often inspired by!} Cheers!
the blog world and blogging has been more than just the creative outlet I was needing, it become a magnificent source of inspiration and motivation. So happy to have found your sparkle! Love Jess’ designs, thanks for sharing!
Looking forward to your guest post tomorrow! I can’t wait to share it!
Best,
tamra
love both these ladies work. jens art would be such a great statement place in a home!
Oh wow, didn’t know Jess was doing purses too and loving! I know what you mean, I started my blog just as a creative outlet, but with all the inspiration around me including you… who knows…
It’s wonderful to see how many amazing things you can accomplish through blogging. How lovely is that clutch in Jess’ collection. Hope you have a beautiful day! Ada
I’m so inspired by strong women going after their dreams!
Those handbags were made by a Chicago blogger? That makes me so happy!
obsessed with her bags!!
I am absolutely in love with these bags! You have a fabulous blog and I am your newest follower!
xo
love those paintings… hadn’t seen she started selling the work. need to check into them!! xo