A Valentine's Day Message...

Have a wonderful weekend!
image available through Etsy here.

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Oh Christmas Tree..

I'm {well really my husband is} usually schlepping home the largest tree on the lot {for me}. I love an over sized, un-groomed, natural looking tree. Our house has the ceiling height to handle it, but this year I'm feeling very preggers so I'm not sure I envision myself standing on a chair {or ladder for that matter} to decorate a 9 1/2' tree. I've been contemplating using a round zinc table in my living room to display a pretty table top tree instead! There's always next year for the 9 footer right? Then I came across this adorable table top tree on Brown Button today. This image may have sealed the deal for me. Who knows I may cave at the tree lot on Thursday and end up with a another big mama.....;) We shall see...

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Gift Guide - Fun Finds for under $50

Group together or purchase just one of these lovely perfume bottles..Zgallerie {they are currently 20% off}

Je t'aime Paris - for the world traveler or not. A book that will absolutely motivate one to go to Europe! Taschen

You can't go wrong with a sweet treat! From Dylan Lauren's {Ralph's daughter} candy bar in N.Y.C.

You can never own too many pretty votive holders. I scatter these all over the house when I entertain. Mothology

I adore these personalized catchalls - and look at how many monogram options you have to choose from! Dabney Lee at home

Pretty in pink - for your preppy or not so preppy friend who likes to mix things up!

Bluefly

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle in style! Ballard Designs

I am loving these Bento boxes! These are usually used for Japanese sushi, but why not tote any number of snacks to the beach or park with these cute, colorful carry - alls. Plasticashop

No explanation needed here! Every belt pictured is fabulous! J.Crew

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White now...

You just can't go wrong with white!

Images: J.Crew,?, Canadian House and Home, Country Living, Coastal Living, This is Glamorous, Canadian House and Home {lst two images}

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Holiday Gift Guide...Under $100.00

I'm excited to share my first "holiday" gift guide post..I'll share two more gift features over the next two weeks..{$100 +} and {splurges!} Enjoy!

Such a fabulous, feminine slipper.. Kate Spade

Tocca's clean, fresh scents aren't overwhelming

Pillows from Uzbek-Craft

Pretty lacquered boxes, who doesn't need more chic storage in their lives? Lilleashop

A woman can never own too many clutches..available through Graham + Green

Hadley Hutton's colorful prints work perfectly with almost any decor

Love this gold journal from Kate's Paperie - Because everyone should spend more time writing with a pen instead of a keyboard.


Beautiful Jewelry for under $100 - need i say more?

left - Zoe Chicco right -White Owl via Etsy {love their creations}

Pretty Pillow - The funky boutique via Etsy

These writing sets from Elum are stunning

Agate cheese plates - Jayson Home and Garden

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First Impressions...

Let the holiday blogging begin....I usually begin my Christmas decorating with my entrance and move inside. I'll be purchasing my wreaths this week + maybe my tree next weekend! I've been busy busy busy with a number of projects; both professional and personal...can't wait to share some images. In the meantime here are some creative holiday entrance ideas.. I just LOVE this time of year....don't you?

{I've been all about the colors of a peacock lately}

Images: ?, Martha Stewart, Coastal Living, Tobi Fairley, Martha Stewart, ?, One Kings Lane

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What's Cookin?

Keep your Thanksgiving day dinner table simple {because I'm sure you're as busy as I am} + earthy with natural decorations and layered plates in warm color tones..

Are you cooking the whole Thanksgiving she-bang? or just helping with a side dish..

I'm just helping out this year, so I've decided to bring whipped sweet potatoes a la Ina Garten..click the cookbook below for the easy recipe!

while we're on the topic of dinners..The Obamas' hosted a state dinner last night..{wouldn't you just love to experience an event like that just once in your life? } here are a couple photos via The Huffington Post. Michelle's elegant gown was appropriately design by Naeem Khan..

HAVE A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY!

Images: top two: the hostess blog {via Country Living}

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Reader Request....Sweet Gum Wreath..

The "creative how to" season is upon us. I posted this textural sweet gum wreath last week..Here are the directions on how to make it. I would include the large satin ribbon, it adds a touch of color and softness.

Keep me posted on the results, maybe I'll even try to make one myself. You can purchase sweet gum through Dry Nature.

Images: Martha Stewart via {of course}

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