TGIF

TGIF

It has been a WEEK. And I'm not stressing the number of days, but just the sheer full busy-ness of it. I am tired. So much so that I completely forgot to put together a Friday Favorites post. So you get this instead: How cute is she? All curled up by my office chair....

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Right Now

I am... absolutely loving the text mail notification service the post office now offers for my P.O. Box. No more wasted trips hoping for paychecks only to be disappointed by an empty box! still really tired, despite application of caffeine. I may have drunk too much...

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Shop News

Shop News

Prints of the new phoenix design hit the shop this past weekend! Take a look (more to come in the next few weeks): Fiery colors obviously work best with the theme of the design, but I kind of really want to do one in a blue-green. Could I get away with that, do you...

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Tuesday Treasure Trove

Tuesday Treasure Trove

A hilarious look at what happens when a 35 year old man retakes the SAT. I did good on this test the first time around, but certainly didn't enjoy it or ever want to take it again. I'm going to have to try this DIY Inkblot Artwork from Haley's blog. I KNEW all my...

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What I Wore: Layers & Lace

What I Wore: Layers & Lace

It was so beautiful and sunny out today, I thought it was time to bust out this lacy flowy skirt. LOVE this skirt (you may have realized by now I have a deep and abiding love for lace). It is so comfortable and effortless, and the lace overlay gives it a subtle but...

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April Sponsor Call!

April Sponsor Call!

Interested in sponsoring me in April? Well aren't you awesome! 😀 Hop on over to the Sponsor info page to see the rates & choices, or shoot me an email. In other news, shirts with the new phoenix print have started to hit the shop, with more coming over the weekend....

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Friday Favorites: Polka Dots

Friday Favorites: Polka Dots

I'm obsessed with polka dots lately, so today I thought I'd share my fav polka dot items. All of these are currently on my wishlist, just in case you're wondering. And, you know, have cash burning a hole in your pocket. 😉 Dresses Polka Dot Dresses by...

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Thoughts on Style

Thoughts on Style

Please keep in mind that these are just my opinions/preferences and what works for me. You are free to think and do whatever you want, and I won't judge you for it. But I won't necessarily think it's something I should try. So. This is not a full-out style or fashion...

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March Sponsor Giveaway!

March Sponsor Giveaway!

It's time for another giveaway! Some of my wonderful sponsors have offered up cool swag this month, and one lucky winner will take it all. Open to participants in the United States only. The giveaway will run until midnight on March 26th, with the winner being...

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Tuesday Treasure Trove

Tuesday Treasure Trove

This funny yet useful infographic: 22 Ways to Create Compelling Content When You Don’t Have a Clue A rather long but interesting article that examines whether silence is going extinct and the effect on ecosystems if true. Do you play Words with Friends or Draw...

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About

Hi, I’m Amanda!

I’m a self-employed graphic designer by day, and a crafty hungry bookworm by night. Dragonflight Dreams is where I write about books, recipes, internet goodies, life things, crafty projects, Austin happenings, and more.

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Currently Reading

The Surviving Sky
Be: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself
Cloud Cuckoo Land
Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places
Chillpreneur: The New Rules for Creating Success, Freedom, and Abundance on Your Terms
Thinking, Fast and Slow


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2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge
Amanda has completed her goal of reading 75 books in 2023!
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