I am currently growing out my shag with bangs with the hopes of having a more evenly lengthed do. I still want some layers but have had the same haircut for several years now and am afraid Im going t...
I have had to go on a major spending freeze, so I need my Material Lust posts now more than ever. Somehow finding cool things on the internet and sharing them with you all satisfies the same ur...
I was delighted to learn that my post on graphic and bold prints from earlier this week was selected by Independent Fashion Bloggers Links a la Mode for their weekly Weekly Round Up. ...
Im trying something new today. Im obsessed with images and this blog is really about pretty things. But, I also really want this blog to be about simply putting something positive i...
Who out there has a black thumb? Me too (holds head in shame). It started with an apparent lack of interest in plants, though all through college I lived with two biology majors who did a...
I was feeling ambitious so I decided to do a big fat post on one of my favorite and most widespread trends: graphic and otherwise bold prints. One of the things I love about this trend is an absence ...
Lately Ive been experiencing some major wanderlust. Troy and I have been talking about taking a trip for about two years now and it hasnt happened yet. Life gets in the way. We both...
Friday was just one of those "Life is Good" days. The weather was perfect. It was Friday, so there was that natural excitement about the weekend going on. Plus, I work on a ...
I love my material lust posts. No theme, no restrictions, just bringing to you whatever lustworthy items strike my fancy. I found several goodies this week. Enjoy! Beklina // ...
Score! I just found my new favorite online jewelry store. Oh how the wonders of online shopping never cease to amaze me! The Fancy Affair has the most incredible selection of super ...
I love it when peoples homes really look like their own. This apartment, home to a Portland artist/music publicist Joan Hiller, is so uniquely stylish, I havent been able to get it out of my mind sin...
My gatherer instincts are in full effect. I love searching for goodies on Etsy! Its the same feeling I get when I go to a vintage store or Goodwill. You have to sift through a sea of item...
I hope everyones week went well. Im especially happy about the weekend this week. An old friend is coming to visit and there is a barbecue planned in the park. Should prove to be a...
I came across Scout & Catalogue a weeks or so back and Im loving this little shops beach hippie/sophisticated feel. Heres what they have to say about themselves: "Scout & Catal...
Ive been thinking about starting an inspiration board lately. I have my Pinterest boards which are great for keeping myself inspired, but Id really like something I can look at without having to...
Im all about the color pairings lately. But one color trend I just had to share involves starting with pastels (because theyre so darn pretty) and then adding a pop of red (because its so darn sexy)....
Welcome back everyone! I hope you had a happy weekend. Mine was exceptionally energetic, with my nieces 2nd birthday party and Troys friends Cinco de Mayo party in one day. It was a...
Arent these delightful? Pastels. Triangles. Wood. Yes, yes and yes. Oh and at three for $30, theyre actually within reach (as opposed to some of the other bougie things ...
How can you not adore Ban.do? Their styling is absolutely superb. Seriously, if buying Ban.do accessories can make my life look like these pictures, then sign me up ladies! Also, th...
Hi all. Just thought Id share a peak inside one of my favorite interior style bloggers home. Dabito (not sure if he has a last name, maybe its like Cher or Madonna) of Old Brand New blogs...
Happy Tuesday everyone! Lets get back to basics on this merry May Day. Theres nothing better than good old black and white. Will somebody please buy me one of those pine tree pillow...
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Who here likes balloons? How about huge balloons with tinsel and ribbons and paper flowers attached? Yeah? Me too. These balloons from Geronimo are pure silliness and I l...
Hi all, just thought Id share a little secret with you. Its a recipe for one of the very easiest most delicious hors doeuvres Ive come across. My mom picked this up somewhere a few years ...
I was over at my friend Natalies new house earlier this week, which is lovely. Hardwood floors. Lots of space. Good light. But shes stumped as to whether she should keep some ...
Mint. Seafoam. Pale aqua. Whatever you call it, this color just looks cool. Its soft and feminine, but not overly so (like say some shades of pink). Plus its a statement color that ...
Hello all! Hope all you all had an exciting/restful/inspiring weekend. Before I head off to work, I thought Id share a little something I discovered last week. During my many hours ...
As promised on Wednesday here are some of my favorite affordable pendant light options. While a few of the classics, like the famous Artichoke Lamp (not pictured below) can run literally t...
Last weekend Troy and I decided at the last minute to take a trip to my parents farm on the Wisconsin side of the Mississippi River. Every time I go there I feel so incredibly fortunate that my...
Ever planning my future house in my head, I have become obsessed with pendant lights. There is something so simple and elegant about a thin line leading to a burst of light. They can add ...
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