Estate Made

Author: Riley

  • Top 3 Holy Grail Products for Acne Prone Skin

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    my top three holy grail products for acne prone skin I’ve never been one of the lucky ones to have flawless skin. Anyone who has to listen to me go on about trivial life things can attest that I am constantly trying new products and home remedies, whether it be for skin care, in the…

  • Making It Work

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  • Have an Amazing Holiday

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    Riley

    Thanksgiving is here! And as of yesterday, there are only 5 weeks left until January 1st – can you believe it?! I’ll be taking the long weekend off to spend time with family, eat a crazy amount of food, and transition into the Christmas season. I’m definitely the type of person who is always looking…

  • The One Where I’m a Salesman

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    In addition to my Etsy suggestions for your online Black Friday shopping, I’d like to throw my hat in the ring and remind you that myself, Taylor, and Konrad have art up in our own Society6 shops (and there’s free shipping through Cyber Monday!). Below is a piece from each of us: Irie, Goons In…

  • Shop Small Business All Holiday Weekend Long

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    Here’s to supporting small, independent artists and avoiding long lines and crazy crowds this Black Friday. Etsy is a great place to find the former, and the following are my suggestions to kick off (or wrap up) your holiday shopping: The prettiest gift wrap from PrintSmitten. Gorgeous and inspiring Adventure of the Month calendar from…

  • Master of My Fate

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  • A Swedish Film Recommendation

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    I recently watched the Swedish version of The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo series, on Konrad’s recommendation. He stayed up multiple nights in a row avidly watching while I slept away, thinking I wasn’t interested. I had never read the book or seen the American version, and for whatever reason it didn’t appeal to me.…

  • My Current Pump Up Song

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    I Love My Life by Elektrik People I don’t know how this song isn’t bigger, it’s so good. I listen to it most mornings when I’m putting on my makeup and getting ready for the day.

  • An Illustration for a Favorite Fruit

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    Because pomegranates aren’t around long enough each year and they are always, always worth the time involved for a bowl full of ruby red jewels. Am I right?? UPDATE! I’m now selling this illustration in my Society6 shop. Enjoy 🙂

  • On Sundays We Wear Bears

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    Riley

    Before I moved to Chicago I had no vested interest in any particular sports team. Growing up in Vermont we don’t have any teams specific to our region, so most people become divided between Boston and New York. Once I started dating a Chicago fan and moved to the Windy City myself, that definitely changed.…