Friday, December 30, 2011

Fave Friday


1. Slant and Rave Dress; ModCloth {$47.99}
2. Delman 'Fiona' Bow Pumps; Bloomingdale's {$325, on sale $195}
3. Textured Shimmer Sweater Jacket; Banana Republic {$110}
4. Morgan Floral Scarf; Banana Republic {$39.50}
5. Stripe Favorite Throw; West Elm {$29}

I hope everyone has a fun and safe New Year's Eve and I will see you all in 2012!! What will be your New Year's Resolution?

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Thursday, December 29, 2011

A BIG Thanks!

I, unfortunately, did not get around to creating a post on the wonderful gifts I received over the weekend for Christmas, but I can tell you that they were all very wonderful! I especially thank my mom for the great things she got me and has given me over the years. She is such a great gift giver with one HUGE heart and I love and thank her so very much!

I also wanted to take the time in this post to thank the wonderful artists on Etsy that have made my Artsy Tuesday posts possible in 2011! Without them and their artistic abilities, I would not be able to do my great weekly features. So...

 THANK YOU so much:


I really appreciate all of your work and that you allowed me to feature you. You guys are truly inspirational and talented artists! I also have some great artists coming up in 2012, so stay tuned and come back every Tuesday to see whose next!

Thanks so much everyone!
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011

New Year's Sparkle!

There is nothing like wearing a super cute dress on New Year's Eve with pretty sparkly shoes to match. Look at these swoon-worthy pumps that would be perfect for the occasion!








What are your wearing for New Year's Eve? I totally forgot to put a post together for today so I could share some super awesome gifts I received on Christmas, but hopefully I can get my act together tonight and have one for tomorrow!

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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Artsy Tuesday - Grace Hester Designs


I introduce to you Grace from Grace Hester Designs on Etsy. She is originally from Singapore, but now resides in Ohio. She is a mom and full time Marketing Manager, along with being the owner and creator of Grace Hester Designs. Grace enjoys 'designing and creating products for busy moms and modern families who appreciate fresh, fun, and personalized products'. Her artwork theme is more typography and silhouette based art. She likes to keep things simple and that is displayed through her work.

Grace is absolutely adorable! I love her work and what she represents. She has very cute pieces that would look especially good in a nursery, as well as others that would look good just about anywhere in your home. I love how she keeps things simple. Her work is also colorful which would give any space character and pop. I absolutely adore her work. Take a look at a few of my favorites! 






Aren't they great? I think my absolute favorites are the Love in French print and Love Life print. I may just have to get them soon! Grace also has two blogs called The Productive Mom and Grace Hester. She is truly such an inspiration for the working mom! So go check out her Etsy shop and blogs and let me know what you think!

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Information about Grace Hester Designs was provided by Grace Hester Designs or taken from their profile on Etsy.

* Message to readers: Out of respect for the artist and their copyrighting, please do not, in any way, copy, use or reproduce any of these pictures without consent from the artist. Thank you. *

Monday, December 26, 2011

Christmas Has Come and Gone...

Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas yesterday! I had so much fun with my family and am really sad its over. I can't believe a week from today will be 2012! Where has the time gone? I feel like it was Halloween just yesterday! I am taking the day off today, but will be back tomorrow with another Artsy Tuesday post and on Wednesday I will share with you some wonderful things I received on Christmas morning!

Have a happy Monday!

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Friday, December 23, 2011

Fave Friday - The Holiday Edition


1. Heritage Metallic Stripe Knit Dress; Banana Republic {$130, on sale $79.99}
2. Glitter Pillar Candles; Z Gallerie {$14.95}
3. Cookies for Santa Plate; West Elm {$10, on sale $6.99}
4. Lit Antique Mercury Glass Tree; Pottery Barn {$49-$84}
5. Espresso Machine Ornament; Sur la Table {$24.95, on sale $17.46}

I hope everyone enjoys the Christmas weekend! Can you believe its already here? Where has the time gone? I will be spending the next couple of days with my wonderful family so I hope to be back Monday, but if not I'll be back on Tuesday with another great Artsy Tuesday post. So happy early Christmas everyone! Enjoy!

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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Things I found PINTERESTing lately...

I can't believe how obsessed I have become with Pinterest lately. It is my go to for all things inspirational when it comes to home decor and fashion. No matter how many times I get on, I always find something new thats interesting and wonderful.







via Pinterest; Uknown






Beautiful inspiration!

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Wednesday, December 21, 2011

A Swoon Worthy Laundry Room...

One of my favorite blogs to read everyday is iHeart Organizing. The creator and writer is the beautiful and talented, Jen. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and three little boys. Her blog is nothing but wonderful tips and tricks of how to organize your home. Jen is super talented and has a beautiful home to show for it. One of her many organized and wonderful rooms is her laundry room. It is absolutely fabulous and organized to the max. She is constantly updating her home and it is so amazing that I wanted to share with you her laundry room.








all images via iHeart Organizing

How wonderful did she make this room look? I am absolutely smitten. I wish I had a big laundry room so I could do something similar. I am so envious of her home! Go check out her blog and take a look at all the pretty rooms in her home. Talk about some organization and major inspiration!

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Artsy Tuesday - Marmee Craft


I introduce to you Marjorie from Marmee Craft on Etsy. She is a wife and new mother living and working from her home in the mountain forest of North Carolina. Her artwork she says 'is dreamt up during long meanderings in the woods by my home and of make believe tea times with the bears, chipmunks and other wild things.' Marjorie's inspiration comes from nature, music, old literature, 19th century folk art and fashions, and many more wonderful things.

I absolutely adore Marjorie's work. There is just something about it that draws me in. I think its so whimsical and fun, and would be beautiful in anyones home. Each piece seems to also tell a story which I love. She is one talented woman and the pieces she does are one of a kind! I definitely need some of her work soon. So check out some of my absolute favorites from her shop.








Aren't they beautiful and fun? Which one is your favorite? I love all the kitties, owls, and foxes. Marjorie also has a blog where you can check out what she's currently working on. 

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Information about Marmee Craft was provided by Marmee Craft or taken from their profile on Etsy.

* Message to readers: Out of respect for the artist and their copyrighting, please do not, in any way, copy, use or reproduce any of these pictures without consent from the artist. Thank you. *

Monday, December 19, 2011

My Latest Obsession

I can't tell you how many times I've been to Starbucks in the last 3 weeks just to get a Peppermint Mocha. If you have never tried one, you so need to! It's absolutely delicious. I've had it on ice and hot and both are equally tasty. Just make sure you ask for whip cream and chocolate shavings for the top!

Yum!

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Friday, December 16, 2011

Fave Friday


1. A Dash of Design Dress; ModCloth {$47.99}
2. Porcelain Stripe Trays; West Elm {$6-$16}
3. Ex-Boyfriend Sweater; Madewell {$69.50, on sale $35}
4. Luxury Plush Throw; Restoration Hardware {$59, on sale $29}
5. Mirrored Frames; West Elm {$19-$29, on sale $15-$23}
6. Shane Powers Opal Glass Vases; West Elm {$19-$49}

Have a great weekend!

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