DIY

 

Love this simple necklace.

 

Think I'm going to make some of these filled with rice to use as hand warmers for all my loves.  I bought everything to do it will last year and never got around to actually doing it.

 

Loved this color combo.  I took a pic of a page in a magazine and the colors didn't turn out very true, but its neon pink and turquoise.

Salt dough letter ornaments.  Saved this to do this year and never got around to it...maybe next year.

 

Love the idea of topping a winter cake with a little bit of greenery.  Sounds like the perf excuse to bake a cake this weekend...

Anthropologie Items of the Week

 

I've decided I need to invest in a skinny belt.  Both of these seem like good choices but I'm leaning more towards the one below.  It's clean and classic and I think I'd wear natural leather more than gold.

 

This dress is has really pretty details even though its hard to see in this pic...go to the web site and look at the green one to see for yourself.  I'm also kind of obsessed with that belt.  This dress is super cheap for Anthro so I'm kind of questioning the quality...it will prob show every lump and bump or be totally see though...but I still like it for now.

 

This book is so AWESOME.  It used to cost way more but now there is a paperback version that's way cheaper...its basically city guides for long weekend trips...how cool is that!

Randoms

 

I'm starting a pottery class in a few weeks...I think I'll start with something easy (and practical) like this...anyone else want one?

 

Michelle Armas for Anthropologie.  I like the one on the wall...its darker and less girly than her reqular stuff.  Too bad having something comissioned would probably cost an arm and a leg!

 

Mr. and Mrs. glasses...I think these are going to be my go to engagement party/shower gift this year!

 

Birthday Suit

 

Yes, I know my birthday is still more than two months away, but that doesn't mean I can't start planning what I'll wear to celebrate.  This dress from Madewell is on my wish list.  It looks extremely flattering and very versatile!

DIY Projects on My Radar

I've been liking the idea of dressers as nightstands a lot recently...and seeing the look in person at Hardee's new house this weekend only added to my admiration of this look.  It makes so much sense to have something functional next to the bed and I think we could all use a little extra storage space.  My current nightstand just has one little drawer and the top of it is pretty much full seeing as I always have a huge turvis tumbler of water and a book on it in addition to the lamp, alarm clock and candle that also live there.

I think I could get a really basic, really inexpensive dresser with clean lines like this at Ikea, paint it and add some brass hardware to it and have a very stylish new dresser!

Love the design on this cornhole board.  My parents need a set for the lake and I just might have to make them a similar set!

Birthday Wishlist

I've been asked to compile a birthday wish list and while scouring the Internet for ideas I came across these two items...

These are stemless wine glasses from Crate and Barrel.  I like them because they aren't the same old style as most stemless wine glasses...and they could be used for white or red wine which eliminates the need for two different sets of wine classes.  I think they could even be used for whiskey drinks.  And the best part is they are $16 for 8 of them!  I'm going to try to go check them out in a store to make sure they feel good in your and because they seem too good to be true, but maybe they aren't (the reviews for them are all great).

As hard as it is for me to admit, I didn't exactly make the best choices when I origionally decorated my condo.  For example, I decided to use a yellow and white bath mat as a kitchen rug.  Mistake.  Especially for me since I am the worlds messiest cook.  It is always sained and grubby looking.  I've been looking for a replacement for quite a while and just can't seem to find anything.  I was thinking I'd come across a fab Turkish or Morrocan rug on Ebay but its hard to find small rugs.  I recently came across this one on Urbans website.  Its a rag rug so it wouldn't be super plush but it would be easy to throw in the wash and even though it has some purple and pink in it I don't think its super girly (I'm trying to manify my condo where I can so Alex feels more at home here).

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Funky key chain.

Gold monogram bracelet.

Old mailbox to store gardening tools!

Madewell New Arrivales

All of these have been added to my wishlist:

Lumberjack shirt...perfect for Georgia games on the couch.

Like the shirt, but can't decide on the color...maybe both?

Killer jacket.

Basic black flats...mine are about 5 years old and set me back about $20 when I got them...I think its time for an upgrade.

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I just really love this headboard and light combo!

Start checking my wrist for bracelets soon...I haven't worn them in forever but have been really liking the look of gold bangles layered with watches.  Also love that oversized clutch...might have to add one to my wishlist!

This dress looks so breezy and fun to me!

Herb scissors.  I.  Need. These.

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When the time finally comes for someone to throw me a shower I want a mimosa bar...ok?

Love this idea...wish I had better handwriting...maybe someone will make one for me?  Hint, hint.

If only Alex would let me get a dog.  I think Martin Van Burren def needs one of these under the Christmas tree this year!

If You Like This You Might Also Like...

As most of you know I make wishlists of stores I frequent to keep track of items I have my eye on...that way the second they go on sale I know about it without having to look through the entire website!

Alex picked out this watch a while back and my fingers were crossed that it would go on sale before his birthday, but sadly it didn't.  I'm still keeping my eye on it though because I really like it and its never to early to start Christmas shopping!

Today when I checked on it the sweet people at J.Crew told me that if I like that watch I'd prob also like this iPad cover and they were right, I do!  If Alex ever gets and iPad I'm def getting this cover for him!

Rustic, durable and chic...plus I love the pop of orange on the inside.

Bravo, well done J.Crew!

Fab Find Friday

My mom and dad have one of these, they are the coolest.  They come in all sorts of colors, shapes and sizes.  You just put a little bit of gel in the holder and then light it and it burns for ever, and its not smokey at all.  These would make great gifts this time of year because they also have citranella gel!  Here's a better/more repuitable discription, I'm ovbiously biased...I think these things are great!

Each fire pot and Napa Firelite design is a unique work of art. The craftsmanship, color and materials is stunning and the beauty of each fire pot will amaze and turn heads. Place your fire pots indoors or out and be amazed at how they light up a space. Enjoy a ceramic fire pot, personal fireplace or firelite on your deck, patio or indoors with the gel fuel that does not smoke or leave messy ashes. The fuel gel for each firepot and fireplaces burns very clean so it is completely safe for indoors. You will also find the Citronella Fuel Gel that works great outdoors for keeping the bugs away all summer!

Pinhole Press

Kind of obsessed with Pinhole Press...you can customize cards, calendars, and even notepads.  If I had gotten a puppy I totally would order a notepad with her pic on it...something from here would make a great mother's day gift!

Cover of the notepad

What it looks like inside...HOW CUTE!

Etsy Find(s) of the Week

Believe it or not I didn't add a single think to my Anthro wish list this week so instead of an Anthro Item of the Week I'm giving you lots and lots of Etsy finds!

Freshy Fig

Gwenyth Paltrow told me about these (seriously).  I get her weekly newsletter called Goop and it always has good stuff in it...you should sign up for it too.  For $15 you can have custom recipe cards created and the seller sends you a high quality PDF so you can print as many as your litter heart desires.  Buy them here:

V.O. Handmade

This seller has the best variety of tin frames at the best prices.  If you were thinking about buying me one I'll take this one please.  You can order it here: Krueger Enterprises

I think this is what the castle staff leaves Prince William's midnight snack out on.  I probablly need one too, right?  You can buy it here: Hot House.  They have all kinds of other cool vintage home goods.

I've been on the hunt for some gold hoops...I think these are perf.  Buy here: Demimonde Jewelry

Etsy Find of the Week

These will make such great Christmas gifts...or Thanksgiving gifts...or hostess gifts.

You get to pick where you want the heart...it can placed to represent any city in the state.

Here's where you can buy one for yourself...or to give to someone else: A Heirloom Etsy Shop

These Could Make Some Really Cool Christmas Gifts...

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