Treasure Trove

Some things that have caught my fancy lately (or at least my attention): The Adulting blog. Tips and advice on how to behave like an adult. Amusingly written, and good advice to boot. Everyone over the age of 16 should read. A site that lets you design your own dream...

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My Oscar Favs

My Oscar Favs

My favorite dresses of the night were: via Natalie Portman This was my top favorite of the night. Love the 50's-inspired polka dots! Red looks beautiful on her, and the jewelry, hair, etc. compliment the dress perfectly.   via Gwyneth Paltrow Love the simplicity...

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February Giveaway

February Giveaway

So, as you may have read, I'm switching up my sponsor options starting in March, and it order to kick that off in style I've decided to do a giveaway of my larger sizes. Up for grabs are: 2 large ad spaces, and 4 medium ad spaces. So, 6 winners overall! Giveaway will...

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What I Wore: Something Different

What I Wore: Something Different

Yesterday was date night once again (went to a fun Italian place called ASTI - quite good), and when putting together outfit ideas for the evening I decided to do something a little different. I've been mulling over Audrey's tips for re-imagining your clothes, and...

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Right Now

Right now, I am... still cringing over the fact that I had to de-skin two turkey thighs for the slow cooker meal we're having for dinner tonight. I hate touching raw meat; usually make the boyfriend do it. looking forward to date night with Ian (& Italian food)...

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New Sponsorship Options

New Sponsorship Options

Interested in sponsoring Dragonflight Dreams? Well, you are awesome. 🙂 I'm adding some new sizes starting March 2012, with different perks included with each size. Check out the options:   Large Ad Space - $12/month Size: 225 x 150, .jpg or .png format...

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What I Wore: Chilly Day Uniform

What I Wore: Chilly Day Uniform

This week was crazy busy with freelance work and my sister's USAF Security Forces graduation on Monday, but I was finally catching up on everything yesterday, so snagged a quick outfit shoot. No special occasion or anything, just a pretty typical kind of outfit for me...

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Friday Favorites: The Staves

Friday Favorites: The Staves

Meet The Staves. This is one of my new favorite bands - beautiful voices and harmonies. They opened for The Civil Wars at the show I went to here in Austin, and I was instantly hooked. Now, normally, all-girl bands aren't my thing. I tend towards more of the...

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The Phoenix Design (for real this time)

The Phoenix Design (for real this time)

Long-time readers may remember me mentioning the new phoenix design I'd come up with back in November, which I then promptly became unsatisfied with and put on a back burner. I tinkered with it off and on the past few months, never quite getting it to where I wanted....

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Happy Love Day! Vday Round-up

Happy Love Day! Vday Round-up

Why should Valentine's Day be just about lovers/significant others? This Vday I thought it'd be fun to show some appreciation for fellow bloggers & crafters while at the same time supporting the handmade community, so I came up with the Be My Valentine Gift Swap....

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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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