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Against the Woodgrain
www.againstthewoodgrain.com
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Against the Woodgrain is the husband + wife team of Brad and Ashley Reynolds. They share a love for design, handmade, vintage and adventures. Basically, they like to make stuff and go places. Oh, and this is their blog.
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Attack of the Miniature Arrow Light

Remember the smaller version of our arrow light fixture from our Bedroom Tour? Its now available in the Against the Woodgrain Etsy shop in two different stains. Brad has already been busy w...

1 day ago

Where Your Deepest Gladness and the Worlds Hunger Meet

From a 7th grade class I taught this semesterIm officially on summer break - wahoo! I just finished up a field observation at a Middle School and a course on Classroom Management. This means Im halfw...

1 day ago

Cut & Paste // Volumes 11-12

Making geometric collages this week. I like the mixing and matching very much. Hope you have a lovely weekend. We are dog-sitting and enjoying lots of sunshine over here. Cheers, Ashley Note...

19 may 12

Our Bedroom

 A couple months ago, Brad and I decided to give our bedroom a bit of love. Its quite small, so our goal was to make it feel more spacious and provide lots of storage. Our bathroom is also tiny,...

27 apr 12

Pinterest Invasion

So Pinterest is addicting, right? I finally had some time last week to organize and upload all the photos I save from the internet, and now my computer has so much more free space. Hip, hip, hooray. ...

23 apr 12

Broken

viaSunday night, I fractured my right foot. I was lifting a very heavy, commercial cutting board at the bakery I just started working at after cleaning it, and it slipped right out of my hands. The c...

17 apr 12

Cut & Paste // Volumes 9-10

Certainly fell behind with posting this week - forgive me! I started my new summer job last week, so April will consist of juggling 4 jobs and grad school like a boss. Im thankful I found a summer jo...

14 apr 12

In desperate need...

Hi faithful blog readers. Im enlisting your help today. I have been feeling rather uninspired on the blogging front. So I want to know, why do you keep coming back to this humble, little corner of th...

06 apr 12

Spring Fever

I thrifted this delightful black, linen summer dress last week. Ive been on the hunt lately for classic pieces like simple dresses, button-ups, jackets and cardigans. Its too much work to b...

04 apr 12

Portland, If You Please

Brad and I have a very special place in our hearts for Portland, Oregon. Its like an inspiration-fueled adventure design geek romp with ethical eating options. Oh, and the best book store in existenc...

02 apr 12

Around the WWW // Volume 3

Why the Hunger Games film didnt disappoint // Rolling Stone Learning to work it out of love not hate // Mandy Ingbers Yogalosophy DVDA new column dedicated to Ethical Style // GOODMade...

31 mar 12

The Palihotel // Los Angeles, CA

Photos via Palihotel and CurbedAshley and I have developed a love of boutique hotels in the past few years, and now we have a new destination to add to our list! The Pali-Hotel in Los Angeles op...

29 mar 12

The Cat Lady Approved Coat

I thrifted this coat last month for $11 at Value Village. Its perfect for those not-a-blizzard/but-still-reall y-freaking-cold days here in the Northwest. Ive worn it more than the new black peacoat I...

19 mar 12

Mixed CDs Forever

Every so often Brad and I make each other mixed CDs. This ritual typically consists of each of us picking our own personal favorite songs that remind us of each other, which means, we give it to...

17 mar 12

Cut & Paste // Volumes 7-8

My mom-in-law was getting rid of some stamps and let me pick out any that I wanted. Needless to say, the horse stamp was the first one I snatched up. For the record, Im scared of horses, but thats ok...

16 mar 12

For Mama Fae

From left to right: my dad, my uncle Barry, my uncle Rick, my aunt Susan, my grandma Fae, and my grandpa BobMy grandmother passed away recently. Ashley and I have been helping my parents with th...

16 mar 12

Cut & Paste // Volumes 5-6

Many moons ago, I worked at a craft store. I was encouraged to color inside the lines and be less messy. It just didnt work out. I have a fundamental belief that polka dots do in fact go with florals...

24 feb 12

A Year of Kindness

Ali Edwards (scrapbooker, blogger, designer, photographer) has a yearly ritual - she chooses one little word to be her mantra for the year. Ive always loved the idea, because it feels so free an...

22 feb 12 2 people like this

DIY Ombre Pillow Cases

Over Winter Break, I painted our room white, and we freshened it up a bit. It feels so nice to change things up for a new year. Unfortunately, some of our pillow cases were ivory, and they needed a b...

21 feb 12

Happy Valentines Day

Give everyone you love a puppy today.Well...maybe just a hug.Cheers,Ashley

14 feb 12

Cut & Paste // Volumes 3-4

This week I used a catalog page, masking tape, kindle packaging, vintage lace and primary paper to explore little loves and admit how terrified I am to teach (is that ok?). I was struggling a bit to ...

10 feb 12

Around the WWW // Volume 2

I love the internet. This is probably assumed considering I blog, but I have to say it again - I love the internet. I really believe it is 21st century magic. But sometimes, I fear...I will turn into...

07 feb 12

DIY Pegboard Jewelry Display

Brad is such a dear. He made this for me for my birthday, but it could also be a swell Valentines Day gift too. I personally love it. Ive always had a "thing" for pegboard, like the weirdo I ...

03 feb 12

Valentine Card Round-Up

1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 91 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9I have a feeling that buying my husband eighteen different Valentine cards might be a little excessive. How am I ever...

01 feb 12

Thrifting Tips for Looking Like a Productive Member of Society

Shirt: American Cancer Society Thrift Store, Skirt: Goodwill, Clogs: Union Gospel Mission Thrift Store, Belt and Brooch: Salvation Army, Earrings: Moorea Seal, Bracelet: Local Boutique in SeattleRule...

30 jan 12

Cut & Paste // Volumes 1-2

My dear friend Suzanne and I are both taking Elsie Larson and Rachel Denbows new art journaling course this year, which is filled with 52 weeks of inspiring prompts. Suzanne had the brillia...

27 jan 12

Stampede

1 // 2Isnt there just something special about customized stamps? They are one of my favorite little life pleasures. I would love to order the one on the left (and really, any stamp from Future P...

25 jan 12

DIY Forget Me Knot Ring

I have always loved these beautiful rings from Tiffanys. The little forget me knot bow feels a bit vintage and nostalgic, so obviously I was head over heels. Luckily, I have mad DIY skillz.Supplies /...

24 jan 12 1 person likes this

Holiday Magic

Well, the holidays have come and gone. We spent Christmas with our families, and had a special night in just the two of us for New Years Eve. I made a huge seafood feast for dinner and a special cock...

01 jan 12

INSPIRATION // Around the World Wide Web

I have been finding so many lovely links lately, so I thought I would share a handful. Enjoy!1.) Promises inspiring "Gifts that Give Back 2011" gift guide (I heart good causes) 2.)&...

18 dec 11

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