Why Buy Local?

Why is buying local so important you might be asking? It greatly impacts the economy and there is evidence to prove it. Need research and proof? We found this great infographic that breaks it all down for you. So take a look and buy local!

Also, support Arizona’s Local Advocacy Organization – Local First Arizona.

Why Buying Local is Worth Every Cent Infographic by CustomMade

Laboratory5 Inc is a local business based out of Tempe, Arizona – we love and support our local community! Shop Local This holiday Season! xoxo – All of us at Lab5

November 20, 2014labfive Leave a comment

Fall Design Tips Inspired by Nature

It’s the holiday season! We love table decor over here. Get creative with your Thanksgiving tablescape this year. Find objects that inspire you and build your decor around it. Think Nature! Get outside on a nature walk and pick up pine cones, nuts, seeds, grasses, leaves and branches – they are everywhere this time of year and it’s a great way to bring fall inside for your Thanksgiving dinner or for the next big event you are hosting.

November 17, 2014labfive Leave a comment

Summer Ends Music Festival

I love a music festival and it’s even better when it’s in my town so I don’t have to travel. This past weekend was the Summer Ends Music Festival at Tempe Beach Park. Two of the days got rained out and had to be moved inside the Marquee Theatre so I only have a few photos but the music was great, the company was the best and the inspiration was plentiful. I spent much of the weekend so inspired by the music that I drew and drew and drew in my little travel notebook.