bliss

As most of you know Ryan and I
got engaged back in September and
since then I have been writing
on my new "wifey-to-be" blog, bliss.
I'll be updating my wedding
planning progress and other events
on there for now.
Enjoy!

Back to the Drawing Board

This is my shot at returning to my blog.

Recently I have made a list of things I have said I was going to commit to and well... you know the rest.

I would like to work out/take care of my body for ME not for anyone else. I would also like to return to school for... something. (Any ideas out there?)
Those are my two main commitments to be committed to.

Lately I have found that I am constantly reading architecture and interior design magazines/blogs not to mention how often my room (since I share an apartment and can only control my side) has been completely redone over the years. I also have an obsession with wedding planning- not planning for me but rather people that I pretend have hired me to plan theirs. Yes, it is silly but I absolutely adore all things wedding related.

So maybe these are areas of work I should look into learning more about.

My{Latest}Purchases

This Spring{Lavender}

From one of my favorite etsy shops{madebyhank}

{etsy}

{old navy}

{looking for love by essie}

Veranda{love.}

I found this picture in my Veranda magazine, the room is by
designer Eric Cohler-a new favorite of mine.
I have a thing for deer prints as you have seen a
few posts back. The zebra chair is perfect for getting cozy
with a cup of your favorite hot beverage and enjoying the outdoors
from your window.

Wearable Books:

{Don't you just love these?}

theBlackSpotBooks

{maidenhair}fern

Yes, I got my first one today from Leaf and Petal here in Birmingham.

I will assume you all have been because it is quite wonderful.

If you have not- go spend an hour or so soaking it all in

and treat yourself to something beautiful.

My Valentine{puppy}

{Finley, my valentine's puppy}

{Throw Pillows}

I have had the hardest time looking for just

the right bedding for my new room.

It looks great so far, just a little too

modern for my taste and I am looking for

just the right splash of color.

Last night I found these two fabrics by Joel Dewberry

that I absolutely adore.

I know they are both some what busy prints but

I thought I could use them for throw pillows on my bed.

Any suggestions on styles and shape options??

happy and unblogged.

i have lost interest in blogging.

i apologize.

until next time...

chestnuts and filled stockings

I know, I know.
I keep changing up my blog layout.
Mostly because I am bored, but more-so
because I can not find a cheap
one I like.

I keep changing the name of it.
I know this is a deadly no-no in the
blogging world, but I like change
too much and its going to
keep changing until I am
at peace with it.

I am also apologizing for my
laziness, I know I have been slacking.
Life has been pretty busy lately, a
lot of travelling and holiday events.
{I LOVE THIS TIME OF THE YEAR.}
It has also been very enjoyable
and refreshing. I keep becoming more
and more happy with the
way things have been
lately.

When I say the word happy- I mean ecstatic.

{This guy may have something to do with it.}

Ship To:{131 Cahaba River Parc}

{via anthro}

What I Would Do{for this coat.}

{anthro-of course.)

{Hairy}Accessories

Shades of the Season:

Out of color ideas for the "perfect"
holiday dress?
From forest greens to wintery taupes...

{via modcoth}

Etsy{love}

Aren't these house slippers lovely?
I certainly could use a pair this winter.
Let's hope the bearded man thinks so.

"Oh, Santa..."

{via frenchpressknits}

Holiday{Dress}

I would love for this to be the dress I wear to all of my Christmas festivities...
I already have the perfect shoe and would need to purchase some black tights.
Thoughts?

Closets{and what to do with yours.}

1. EDIT: Donate what you haven't worn in a year (or bring it to Plato's for extra cash) as well as anything that no longer fits. If it's seriously out of shape or completely un-fixable, toss it.
2. STORE IT: Pull out your "out of season" pieces and "one-timers" to the side to stow away elsewhere.
3. ORGANIZE: By type and color. Ex. Sleeve length, shade of color..
4. HANG IT: Pick out one type of hanger; wood, wire or plastic. This will help eliminate added chaos to your closet. (I have all plastic, wood is great but too pricey.)
5. ZONE IT: If you have a wide selection of skirts and trousers, try different level rods. Low rod for bottoms and a high rod for blouses and dresses. High shelves work wonderfully for out-of-season shoes and sweaters.
6. FOLD IT: Anything prone to stretching should be folded properly (eliminating wrinkles before the next wear.) Remember heavier items on the bottoms and lighter on top. Make sure to keep your garments in order; whites to nudes to black, workout tops to business tops, etc. If your closet does not have shelves try using hanging canvas shelves or Rubbermaid storage bins with drawers.
7. Manage: Make sure your accessories such as; belts, bags and scarves in plain sight on hooks or racks that can be attached to the inside of your closet door or wall.
8. Contain: This is the fun part. Everything from socks to lingerie (anything that cant hang or fold) needs to be put in a container. Try using a set of baskets or smaller boxes covered in a patterned paper. (There are so many great ideas that can be done on a low budget.)
9. SHOES: Pick a system that will work for you. Choose between a shoe rack on the floor, a hanging show organizer, see-through plastic boxes, or your original shoe boxes with photos of the shoe glued to them. Stow away the unused on a high shelf or in a container under a bed.

This is my plan for my closet sometime this week.
I have a very nicely sized walk-in in my room and
I am dying to be able to navigate through it without
impaling my heel on a heel or ripping through piles
of intertwined leggings and belts. We shall see
how it goes. Hopefully I will remember to take
before and afters to share it all with you.
You should try it too! Have fun with it!
How about a small chandelier?
or what about a cute rug?
Oh the possibilites...

{Studded}

(Who cares that this bag is $1500?")

(A knock-out studded dress for a killer holiday party.)

{via nordstrom}

{Royal}Embellishments

{via anthro}