Chocolatte Designs

NEW Case-Mate cases for Blackberry, iPhone 4S, and Samsung Galaxy

2011-10-16T11:57:00.000-07:00

There's so many new products at Chocolatte Designs on Zazzle that we're just showing you a few.

Blackberry Curve Case-Mate Covers

"Custom BlackBerry Curve Cases

Protect your BlackBerry Curve with a customizable Barely There™ Case-Mate brand case from Zazzle. This form-fitting case covers the back and corners of your device with an impact resistant, flexible plastic shell, while still providing access to all ports and buttons. Designed for the BlackBerry Curve 8520/9300, this sleek and lightweight case is the perfect way to show off your custom style. A perfect gift for any BlackBerry Curve user, Case-Mate Custom cases can be completely personalized with your pictures and text."

iPhone 4 Case-Mate Covers

"Custom Case-Mate Barely There™ iPhone 4/4S Cases

Unique and super durable, Case-Mate Barely There™ cases guard your iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S in style! With its flexible and form-fitting design, this customizable case removes the bulk without reducing protection. Customize your favorite gadget with your own distinctive flair! An amazing gift for any iPhone 4/4S owner, Zazzle's cases can be fully personalized with any pictures and text. Make this impact-resistant case a work of art with a design that is vibrantly printed in full color. 100% satisfaction guaranteed!"

Samsung Galaxy
"Custom Samsung Galaxy S Cases
Protect your Samsung Galaxy S phone with a customizable Barely There™ Case-Mate brand case from Zazzle. This form-fitting case covers the back and corners of your device with an impact resistant, flexible plastic shell, while still providing access to all ports and buttons. Designed for the Samsung Galaxy S (T-Mobile Vibrant), this sleek and lightweight case is the perfect way to show off your custom style. A delightful gift for any Samsung Galaxy user, Zazzle's cases can be completely personalized with any uploaded pictures and text."

Another Award Winner

2011-06-16T09:33:00.000-07:00

OMG! This designed received a Today's Best Award from Zazzle! It comes in a number of pretty design colors and on a number of t-shirts, binder and more.

Beach Bum Distressed Tee by chocolattedesigns
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Award Winning Design

2011-06-14T15:52:00.000-07:00

Thank you Zazzle!! This design received a Today's Best Award! It comes in a number of beautiful colors too.

Lotta Flowers Binder by chocolattedesigns

Keep Moving

2011-06-14T07:05:00.000-07:00

It's been quite awhile since I've had the opportunity to add something to this blog. So far this year has been a blur. There is so much to do! One thing I've learned though is to just keep moving towards our goals and one thing I'm working on is to learn to take time to enjoy the journey.

31 Girls in 31 Days Entry for July 31, 2010

2010-08-17T06:06:00.000-07:00

Mia from Mars was my entry for 31 Girls in 31 Days for July

The theme was "Out of this world."

2010-08-17T06:01:00.000-07:00


31 Girls in 31 Days May Entry

This is Oleandra--my entry for 31 Girls in 31 Days in May. The theme was "Poison" and I chose the Oleander plant which is poisonous in every way but is very beautiful.

Cupcake Birthday Party Invitations

2010-05-23T06:36:00.000-07:00

Cupcake Birthday Party by chocolattedesigns
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Sweet invitation to a sweets party. There is a t-shirt, stickers, and totes to make your special little girl's party just as special as she is. Check them out at Zazzle

BBQ Season Is In Full Swing!

2010-05-23T06:23:00.000-07:00

Family BBQ by chocolattedesigns
See other Burgers Invitations

Just change the text and away you go. Happy party time!

Gemini-Twins

2010-05-12T14:51:00.000-07:00

Gemini - Zodiac Twins by chocolattedesigns
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This is part two of my Zodiac Series 1. I'm also working on a Zodiac Series with the design being all females.

Free Mother's Day Coloring Design

2010-04-28T07:37:00.001-07:00

Here's a free coloring design to download for the kids to make for mom. Once they finish coloring it then it can be cut out and pasted on a card. Just click on the picture to enlarge it and then use your browser to download it. Enjoy!

Mommy's Little Honey Bees

2010-04-20T07:13:00.000-07:00

Mommy's Little Honey Bees by chocolattedesigns
Get tee shirts on zazzle.com

Mom can have a personalized tee from her kids for Mother's Day.

Mom's Gray Hares

2010-04-20T07:03:00.000-07:00

Mom's Gray Hares by chocolattedesigns
View more Mother's T-Shirts

My mother used to tell me that my brother and I were the cause of her gray hairs. I now tell my son the same thing. Here is a t-shirt that says it for her.

IF: Dip

2010-04-03T13:50:00.000-07:00

This week's theme word for Illustration Friday is "Dip" and this is my entry.

The little mermaid spent all winter in her castle beneath the ocean. It was such a beautiful warm day she decided to go for a dip in her favorite spot with some of her friends.

I used the fish from another design. I had a hard time with this one. All I could think of was food---my family's favorite french onion dip to be exact.

McDonald's Mocha Frappe

2010-04-02T16:39:00.000-07:00

YUM YUM!!!! Our new addiction---Mocha Frappes from McDonald's. Right now our local McDonald's has a Buy-One-Get-One-Free from 2-5pm.

My teenage son and I have been regularly indulging our addiction. We might need to start taking loooooonnggg walks now too LOL. Bonding with your teenage son can be sweet, decadent and totally fun for a mere six bucks. I say it's well worth it.

Brain Farts are a fact of life

2010-03-31T06:26:00.000-07:00

OMG! I figured out why my text suddenly got BIG! Apparently I had my own Brain Fart because when I put BIG Sigh in < > blogger thought it was being told to enlarged my text. It's amazing the clarity that CHOCOLATE provides..ahahahaha.

Brain Fart

2010-03-31T05:59:00.000-07:00

Brain Fart by chocolattedesigns
See other Brain T-Shirts

This design is featured at the top 10 funniest Zazzle design of the Week. See it at our Zazzle store.

IF Rescue

2010-03-27T05:36:00.000-07:00

This little guy thought he was escaping but I think he now needs to be rescued. This is my entry for Illustration Friday's word, "Rescue."

Yesterday my favorite mouse (she wipes a tear from her eye) bit the dust and I'm breaking in a new one...Waaa Waaa Waaa I think I need a lot of cheese to go with my "WHINE." I hate breaking in new equipment--the feel is so much different! BIG Sigh!

And for no apparent reason most of my text on this blog just enlarged itself--revolt of technology! I'll have to check it later HUGE Sigh! I need chocolate and I need it NOW dang it!!! LOL

Fat Cat Serenade

2010-03-25T17:22:00.000-07:00

Fat Cats' Serenade by chocolattedesigns
Browse Cute Mousepads

These cute rolly polly kitties are singing their hearts out. Get a mouse pad for yourself and one for each of your cat loving friends.

Sneakers the Cat

2010-03-25T13:23:00.000-07:00

Sneakers the Cat by chocolattedesigns
Browse other Cat T-Shirts

Originally this was my entry for Illustration Friday but it has evolved. I added a kitty and now this design is on t-shirts, totes, fridge magnets and cards. Just click the pic and you'll be taken directly to that design or click store and you can see all the new products.

Shoes with Texture

2010-03-24T12:37:00.000-07:00

I had a bit of time to play with this, so I added some texture to the shoe fabric. Hmmm..whadoyathink?

IF Expire

2010-03-23T16:07:00.000-07:00

This week's word for Illustration Friday is "Expire" and this is my entry. As you can see my son's odor eaters in his sneakers are way past the Expire date!

You R the Cat's Meow

2010-03-18T17:26:00.001-07:00

Cats' Meow by chocolattedesigns
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This cute design and variations of it comes on fridge magnets, cards and t-shirts. Some variations you can customize. The kitties come in black and grey also.

Springtime

2010-03-10T09:30:00.000-08:00

Spring is 9 days away---WOOOHOOO!!! And these bunnies look excited about it. Springtime means Spring Cleaning. And not just the house, but blogs, and stores etcetera. I guess no one told the bunnies about all that cleaning ahead of them. LOL

I'm trying to get organized electronically and it's a challenge. Who wants to spend 85 percent of their time working the organization part. So, I’m in search of an easier more efficient way of dealing with all our sites for updates, search engines and the rest while still finding time to design and doodle.

So... HELP! What techniques do you use?

Fat Butt?

2010-03-09T16:00:00.000-08:00

Fat Butt? by chocolattedesigns
More Zebra T-Shirts

Well ladies, haven't we all asked a question similar to this? Go on, confession is good for the soul....LOL

R. U. Checking Out My Ass!

2010-03-09T15:30:00.000-08:00

R U Checking Out My Ass by chocolattedesigns
Browse more Zebra T-Shirts

Ahaha...let this shirt say what you've always wanted to.

Hallmark Card Contest Winners

2010-03-09T01:44:00.000-08:00

Hallmark has posted their winner for "BIRTHDAY YOUR WAY"
Some of them are hilarious so go check them out. This is one of my favs "Awwww Man."

Another one of my favorites belongs to Stephanie who participates in Illustration Friday. Check out her winning entry here

I'm sure she'd appreciate a WOOOHOOO WAY TO GO STEPHANIE!!! over at her blog

Hallmark Card's next contest is "HAPPY ANNIVERSARY." You can enter by April 5, 2010 and if your card's chosen you win $250. And that's a lot of chocolate. LOL

Cheers and have fun.

Cat's Meow

2010-03-08T09:05:00.000-08:00

I recently started a Squidoo lens about Great Gifts for Cat Lovers featuring some wonderful Zazzle artists I've come across. I thought it would be fun to have the Top 10 Cat's Meow Winners and feature them on another Squidoo lens. At the end of the year we'll have people vote for the TOP 10 of 2010.

IF Brave

2010-03-08T04:30:00.000-08:00

Brave kitty or dumb kitty? Well, he does have flowers by his nose so I guess he's not dumb. Hold your nose cuz those are really stinky feet. The stench is killing off the flies. LOL

This is my entry for this week's Illustration Friday theme word "Brave."

Zander the Zebra

2010-03-05T18:45:00.000-08:00

Zander the Zebra by chocolattedesigns
Many more t-shirt designs available on zazzle

This is Zander the Zebra. He just loves bright colors! Check him out at our store and see what he looks like on other kinds of t-shirts.

Are We There Yet?

2010-03-05T05:46:00.000-08:00

Am I There Yet? by chocolattedesigns
View more Sanity T-Shirts

This design is how I've been feeling lately..LOL Check this fun design and others out at our store Chocolatte Designs.

New Ad Design

2010-03-04T05:30:00.000-08:00

This is a new ad design for our store Chocolatte Designs on Zazzle. I would appreciate and value all your comments. Let me know whatcha think.

How Many Chocolate Chips Do You Have In Your Life?

2010-02-27T08:59:00.000-08:00

Friends are the chocolate chips by chocolattedesigns
Magnet by zazzle.com

One of these fridge magnets would make a cute gift for a friend just to let them know you were thinking of them.

Chick's Love Chocolate!

2010-02-27T05:05:00.000-08:00

Chicks Love Chocolate by chocolattedesigns
See other Chocolate T-Shirts

Yes I'm a Chocoholic and at this time of year I'm bombarded with chocolate EVERYWHERE. I did a version of this a year ago for a coffee mug but I like this chick design much better. Check it out over at our shop and let me know whatcha think.

Dare To Be Different

2010-02-25T08:52:00.000-08:00

Dare To Be Different by chocolattedesigns
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One little turtle just had to be different. Never be afraid to be like that turtle. :) These cuties are now over at our store. Check them out and browse around. You can add text if you want to customize this design. Let me know whatcha think. Your opinions are always welcome.

IF: Propagate

2010-02-24T06:58:00.000-08:00

This is my entry for Illustration Friday's word, "Propagate." One of these crows finds something VERY amusing. Is it that he thinks just the three of them will get to eat the entire field of corn or is he busting a gut because the other two thought so....Hmmmm

Things are so busy I had to use pieces from different designs again...wa wa wa. LOL

Irish Girls Rock

2010-02-23T06:10:00.000-08:00

Irish Girls by chocolattedesigns
Browse more St. T-Shirts

This is to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. This design is on many more cool items. Check them out at our store.

Leave a comment and let me know what you think.

Ever Had One of These?

2010-02-18T16:17:00.000-08:00

Okay, I might be in a wierd mood..LOL Check over at our store tomorrow to see this design on tee shirts and other goodies.

Teenage boys off school: the horror, the horror!!

2010-02-18T05:34:00.000-08:00

OMG!!! The kids have been to school 1 day in the last two weeks because the school closed due to snow. Trying to keep teenage boys full isn't easy. Trying to explain that you can't put brownies in the oven at the same time you're cooking homemade pizza seems to be beyond they're comprehension. The only time the oven gets a chance to cool down is when they're asleep and that hasn't been till 1 a.m. because they're playing on their PS3 or Xbox 360. And at the sleepovers they take food, (usually pizza) with them.

I could understand the need for so much food if they were actually expending energy but how much energy do you need to work your thumbs?

In my frustration I threw together "Pizza Boy." He's a quick n dirty and I used pieces from other designs, but he gets the message across. I'm not so sure getting a breadmaker for Xmas was such a good idea. Expectations have been raised and I'm exhausted...LOL

Bee Happy!

2010-02-17T15:17:00.000-08:00

Bee Happy by chocolattedesigns
Browse other Bees T-Shirts

Check this design out at our shop on Zazzle.

Stop Buggin Me

2010-02-17T13:20:00.000-08:00

Buggin Me by chocolattedesigns
View other Bugs T-Shirts

Another design in my bug series over at our store.

Buzz Off

2010-02-17T11:46:00.000-08:00

L'l Attitude by chocolattedesigns
Many tee shirt designs available at Zazzle

This is part of my bug series. Check out our store over at Zazzle.

Bee My Honey!

2010-02-17T07:32:00.000-08:00

I know, I know! Valentines Day is over, but MY honey was working 1,000's of miles away so we're going to celebrate when he gets home on Friday. Woo hoo! Valentines Day wasn't a total bust because my son gave me a handmade card....it was sooooo sweet.

IF: Adrift

2010-02-13T07:12:00.000-08:00

Illustration Friday's word this week is "Adrift" and this is my entry. I think these three have had too much moonshine to know they are adrift and further out from their pond than they realize.

They are also at our Zazzle store on t-shirts and other cool stuff. Come on over and visit.

Dancing Dragonflies

2010-02-11T05:10:00.000-08:00

Dancing Dragonflies by chocolattedesigns
More Dragonfly Mousepads

I'm looking forward to springtime, warm weather and NO SNOW..LOL I think I might do an insect series. Let me know whatcha think. Your comments are always welcome.

Sonny the Caterpillar

2010-02-11T04:59:00.000-08:00

Sonny the Caterpillar by chocolattedesigns
Design personalized canvas tote bags on zazzle.com

Sitting under a ton of snow I started organizing my hard drive and came across some whimsical insects I'd done. I thought I'd color them in pastels and put them on some products. This one is Sonny the Caterpillar and I just added him to our Zazzle store. Come and visit.

Love Is In The Air

2010-02-09T14:19:00.000-08:00

Love Me Tender by chocolattedesigns
Browse Love T-Shirts

This cute decorative text design is on other items too. Come visit the store Chocolatte Designs

My Valentine to You

2010-02-09T09:34:00.000-08:00

Just a little note to say thank you to everyone who has stopped by for a visit and a very special thank you to those who have left a comment.

IF: Muddy

2010-02-07T11:59:00.000-08:00

This week's Illustration Friday's word is "Muddy." And since I'm a chocoholic, all I could think about was a Chocolate Fudge Mudslide Ice Cream Sundae with hot fudge sauce,whipped cream and nuts...Mmmmmmm LOL

IF Focus

2010-01-31T15:07:00.000-08:00

This vintage TV needs focus. Guess we should get a 52" flat screen high def...oh yeah.

I'm so swamped lately that this entry for Illustration Friday's word of the week "focus" is another quick and dirty. :( Hopefully next week things will have calmed down a bit.

Aaargh.....pizza again

2010-01-31T14:56:00.000-08:00

This is one of four personal pizzas my son had me make for him and his friends. Apparently the guys really like them...ahahaha They're teenage boys so they're never full.

One of the gifts my husband bought me for Christmas was a breadmaker so I could make the bread dough faster for pizzas, pretzels, etc ahahaha. At first I thought it was such a time saver but with teen boys my poor machine might not last 6 months LOL

IF: Clumsy

2010-01-26T06:36:00.000-08:00

This little guy I did sometime ago for a comic strip. He's a quick-n-dirty but I thought it fit with this week's Illustration Friday word, "clumsy."

IF Wilderness

2010-01-18T14:54:00.000-08:00

It's good to be back and hopefully on track. Life sometimes has a way of bombarding you, but as they say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

When I was younger I used to grab a book and trek through the forest at the back of my parent's cottage. I'd sit and read for hours. Just being there was very soothing to the soul.

This is my entry for Illustration Friday---Wilderness.

2009-11-23T05:59:00.000-08:00

Stars Stripes and Dots by chocolattedesigns
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There is a stamp to match this card.

2009-11-23T05:52:00.000-08:00

White Christmas by chocolattedesigns
cards made online at zazzle

This Xmas card is in honor of one of my favorite Christmas movies--White Christmas.

2009-11-23T05:47:00.000-08:00

Xmas Mouse by chocolattedesigns
Design a custom made magnet online with Zazzle

This is Cheeky the mouse and he LOVES celebrations and parties.

Mariyah Mermaid wins Zazzle "Today's Best Award."

2009-10-27T07:47:00.000-07:00

Mariyah Mermaid by chocolattedesigns
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I am so pleased that this won a TBA at Zazzle. Wooohooo! Let me know what you think of it.

IF: Fast

2009-10-26T19:45:00.000-07:00

The hot dog and hamburger are from other designs.I thought Fast Food would work for this week's them so I combined them to make this retro restaurant sign. This is my entry for this week's Illustration Friday theme--"fast."

Three Amigos

2009-10-26T15:30:00.000-07:00

Three Amigos by chocolattedesigns
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This is a must have. These three buddies designed in rich vibrant colors on tshirts, bags and more.

Every Girl Wants To Be Queen

2009-10-26T15:08:00.000-07:00

Future Queen Bee by chocolattedesigns
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Mariyah Mermaid

2009-10-26T15:00:00.000-07:00

Mariyah Mermaid by chocolattedesigns
Create your own mousemats with zazzle.com

This is one of the new designs I posted today at my Zazzle shop. It's also on bags, tees and magnets

IF: Frozen

2009-10-18T10:31:00.000-07:00

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Remember catching frozen water crystals, snowflakes, on your tongue as a kid? This is my illo for Illustration Friday's theme "Frozen."

IF: Flying

2009-10-14T18:26:00.000-07:00

This little faerie is taking a break after a long day of flying. This is my illo for Illustration Friday's theme "flying."

Visit my store at Zazzle to see this design on cards and t-shirts etc. or go straight to the cute t-shirt

IF: Germs

2009-10-05T13:00:00.000-07:00

So...you caught a germ? Where are his buddies? Germs usually travel in large groups of other nasties. LOL This is my entry for Illustration Friday's theme "germs."

I'm thinking Cody the Cootie would be good on a Get Well card and on a T-shirt.

IF: Pattern

2009-09-30T17:40:00.001-07:00

I did a different version of this for a greeting card but thought this would work for Illustration Friday's theme "pattern."
Originally I wanted to create a Zentangle but I'm nowhere near finished. So many projects too little time (sigh). I've also been playing around with digital patterns and textures lately to give the designs depth and to add a bit of fun to them. I think I'd like to do more of this type.

Illustration Friday: Infinite

2009-09-21T16:36:00.000-07:00

"Love is patient; love is kind; it does not envy; it does not boast; it is not proud. It is not rude; it is not self-seeking; it is not easily angered; it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." 1 Corinthians 13:4:8

2009-09-18T04:43:00.000-07:00

Neferteri by chocolattedesigns
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I thought that Neferteri would look cute on a tee both coming and going. LOL

2009-09-17T10:45:00.000-07:00

Nigel at Starlight by chocolattedesigns
Browse more Funky Keychains

Like I said, I think I'm in a kitty phase. LOL These key chains are great for booty bags at parties.

2009-09-17T10:38:00.000-07:00

Real Estate: Downtown Chocolate by chocolattedesigns
Make custom business card designs on zazzle

Here's a chic modern biz card.

Thinking of you

2009-09-17T10:27:00.000-07:00

Neferteri by chocolattedesigns
View more Neferteri Cards

I must be in a cat phase because here's another kitty. Her name is Neferteri. There is also a stamp to match. The card text is customizable both on the front and inside.

I'm thinking of putting her on some other things.

Let me know what you think.

Nigel in Starlight: new card you can customize

2009-09-16T09:17:00.000-07:00

I've been playing around with colored pencils---a medium I'm new at. After playing around with it I decided that a digital version would make a nice card.

Nigel at Starlight by chocolattedesigns
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Illustration Friday: Welcome

2009-09-15T12:18:00.000-07:00

We have 3 spoiled and lazy indoor cats. If they wanted to catch a mouse, I believe this would be how they'd do it. Of course we'd have to make the sign and place the plants. LOL

Happy Halloween Stamp

2009-09-08T16:21:00.000-07:00

Woohoo..just got my stamp okayed to go with my "Put On Your Party Shoes" Halloween postcard.

Witchie Party Shoes by chocolattedesigns
Make custom stamps online at zazzle.com

Summer is leaving fast

2009-09-08T12:32:00.000-07:00

I can't believe how many trees are losing their leaves. Summer hasn't been here very long and it seems to be leafing aahhh... I mean leaving fast. LOL It looks like winter will be bulldozing in this year. Oh well, we've had it easy for the last two years so I guess it's time to pay-the-piper. I've been doodling some fall designs. When I get one I like I'll post it here.

Funky Little Cityscape

2009-09-08T12:27:00.000-07:00

This design also comes on a variety of tshirts and a travel mug.

Sunrise In The City by chocolattedesigns
Browse other Funky Mugs

Put On Your Party Shoes!

2009-09-06T06:00:00.000-07:00

Witchie Party Shoes by chocolattedesigns
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The girls have put on their party shoes for All Hallows Eve. This would be a neat way to invite your friends over to enjoy the Halloween festivities.

Halloween Will Soon Be Here

2009-09-04T18:12:00.000-07:00

The leaves are changing color here and starting to fall off. It won't be long till Halloween so I thought I'd design a couple of postcards. They're customizable so you can change dates, location, time etc.

Witchalicious Halloween by chocolattedesigns
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This is Witchiepoo--my cute little witch.

Halloween Cupcake Party by chocolattedesigns
Create your own postcard with zazzle.com

A cupcake party for Halloween--what could be sweeter.

2009-09-02T15:52:00.001-07:00

This is my Cupcake Princess tote for some sweet little girl. The Princess's dress is pink icing and the chocolate cupcake top split in half. In Scotland I believe they call cupcakes Fairy Cakes.

Cupcake Princess by chocolattedesigns
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Don't Bug Me

2009-09-02T08:53:00.000-07:00

This little guy is different than I normally do but I was in a mood and quickly threw him together. Say hi to Bartholemew Bugme.

Thank Gawd School Has Started!

2009-09-01T19:29:00.000-07:00

I did this while I was waiting to pick up my son. It's not quite finished but I'm thinking it might look good on a t-shirt, tote or maybe even a card..hhmmm

Illustration Friday: Magnify

2009-08-30T20:15:00.000-07:00

Oliver has pressed his little face up against the fish bowl to get a good look at Goldie and now it's magnified.

Pressed for time I combined Oliver's head and Goldie the fish from two other designs to make this one.

School Daze

2009-08-20T05:45:00.000-07:00

It's back to school time! Woohoo, my cupboards won't be emptied so quickly with my teenage son and his friends at school. I swear teenage boys have hollow legs and their motivations are food or the latest computer game. I'm really looking forward to some peace and quite.

Back to school means new school clothes and I've designed some neat t-shirts in honor of the teenage boys’ never-ending quest for food.

Make Mine A Double by chocolattedesigns
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Feed Me by chocolattedesigns
Browse more Cheeseburger T-Shirts

These aren't the only shirt types available. You can browse around and pick the style you like.

Banana Split Day Is Coming

2009-08-19T08:18:00.000-07:00

Wooohoo! August 25th is National Banana Split Day and I've created a design to celebrate it.

The Banana Split is 105 years old. Apparently it's not clear who invented this yummy concoction but it's celebrated in Latrobe PA where they say it was invented by Dr. David Strickler at the age of 23 when he was working at Tassell Pharmacy. According to his daughter he even designed the first banana split dish and a company in nearby Grapeville produced it.

For more info on this delicious treat check out Brick Farm Ice Cream.

Every wondered what flavor of ice cream you were? Here's a fun quiz to find out.

Show your love of ice cream and buy yourself one of these frosted mugs.

Ice Cream Cone Daze by chocolattedesigns
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Or indulge yourself and buy one of these magnets for your fridge.

Ice Cream Dreaming by chocolattedesigns
Create a custom magnet on Zazzle

Ilustration Friday: Wrapped

2009-08-17T15:38:00.000-07:00

This is definitely my son! He's all wrapped up and trying out new costume ideas for Halloween and it's two and a half months away.

This is also my first entry for Illustration Friday.

July is Hotdog month and Ice cream month

2009-06-30T08:08:00.000-07:00

July is HOTDOG month. The origin of the name “hotdog” has been widely debated. Yes, apparently it is a hot topic. I just like hotdogs and I don't want to know what's in them.

Everyone in my family likes their hotdog a different way. My hubby likes his burnt with mustard, relish, and onions. My son likes his barely warm with just mustard and ketchup. I like mine with mustard, relish, onions and shredded sharp cheddar. Mmmm mmm mmm. Here is what the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council has to say about the origin of the hotdog:

“References to dachshund sausages and ultimately hot dogs can be traced to German immigrants in the 1800s. German immigrants brought not only the sausage with them in the late 1800s, but also dachshund dogs. The name hot dog probably began as a joke about the Germans’ small, long, thin dogs. Ever the butt of humor and rumor, the moniker that stuck was likely a joke regarding the provenance of the tasty sausage served on a bun cut lengthwise.”

The term “hotdog” first appeared “in college magazines in the 1890s. Yale University students began to refer to the wagons selling hot sausages in buns outside their dorms as "dog wagons." The name quickly evolved into "hot dog.”

In honor of the HOTDOG here is a cute fridge magnet. Grab one for yourself and some for your friends.

July is hotdog month by chocolattedesigns
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July is also "ice cream" month. Ice cream comes in so many yummy flavors it's always hard to decide which one to have. In honor of "ice cream" month, we have this cute ice cream design on an apron. Check it out and get one for yourself and one for a friend.

July is ice cream month by chocolattedesigns
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Chocolatte Designs' wins Today's Best Award

2009-06-28T20:39:00.000-07:00

Wooohooo! The guys and gals at Zazzle gave our Brown Cow Jumping over the Man-in-the-Moon their Today's Best Award. Bring out the chocolate and Champagne and celebrate!

WOW, it's a cow

2009-06-28T10:57:00.000-07:00

Cute brown cow wearing a pink ribbon and jumping over the man-in-the-moon on a pink tee shirt. Great for that little cutie in your life. It makes a nice sleepy-time shirt too.

Cow Jumping Over the Moon by chocolattedesigns
Tee shirts made at zazzle.com

Sand, Surf and Tropical Sunsets

2009-06-27T16:34:00.000-07:00

Chocolatte Designs presents: Tropical Sunset, a mauve and teal parrot at sunset on black. Get the tote, the fridge magnet or the mousepad. Heck--get the set.

Tropical Sunset by chocolattedesigns
Design mousepad online at zazzle.com

Every Girl Wants To Be A Queen

2009-06-27T16:14:00.000-07:00

Chocolatte Designs presents: Queen Bee otch, a cute girly Queen Bee tee. If you've got attitude then get one for you and all your girlfriends.

Every Girl Wants To Be Queen by chocolattedesigns
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Wear It Proud: Made in the USA Baby

2009-06-27T15:17:00.000-07:00

Chocolatte Designs has just created a stars and stripes heart design for Made in the USA Baby.

Buy one for your cutie, your grandbaby, niece or nephew. They make great baby shower gifts too.

Made in the USA Baby by chocolattedesigns
Create a Customized T Shirt at Zazzle

Chocolate is all you need

2009-06-27T14:39:00.000-07:00

Getting together with friends is always fun. Why not host a chocolate tasting party? These postcards are perfect for the invitation.

Chocolate is all you need by chocolattedesigns
Design a postcard with Zazzle.com

And of course there's a stamp to match.

Chocolate is all you need stamp by chocolattedesigns
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Tell It Like It Is: Chicks Love Chocolate

2009-06-27T14:19:00.000-07:00

Cute girly chick sitting on chocolate. These mugs make great party favors. And you can fill them with chocolate. Grab one for yourself and one for a friend.

Chicks LOVE chocolate mug by chocolattedesigns
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Ohhh baby, it's Chocolate Martini Time

2009-06-27T13:46:00.000-07:00

Kicking back and relaxing in the evening with a cocktail is wonderful. If it's a chocolate martini then it blends two sins in one.

Now you can have your decadent chocolate martini calorie free: on a fridge magnet, mousepad, apron or a tote.

Check them out.

Chocolate Martini Yummy by chocolattedesigns
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