Apr 13, 2012

New Pants Girl

Blouse: Kmart, Pants: NY&Co, Sandals: Target

My dear friend Katie asked me to take some pictures of her beautiful baby girl and of course I jumped at the chance! Elsa is the perfect model and she did so well. We dressed her in pearls and fluffy hats. She was a great sport! As a surprise gift Katie gave me a gift certificate to NY&Company!!! Ahhhh!!! So I immediately went the next day at lunch and got these awesome green pants! I couldn't wait another minute and wore them the very next day.
"What?" you say? "I thought you were on a shopping ban!" Yes. I am. I gave myself a loophole. Oh yeah. Rule #4, Gift certificates don't count!!!!!







Apr 11, 2012

DIY: No More Necklace Mess

So tired of my necklaces always being a wadded up mess like this:


 
An old corkboard was going to be tossed out at work but I took it in hopes that it would come in handy. After it sat around and gathered dust and took up room, I finally put it to good use.


I spray painted it with the only color spray paint I had; grey. Exciting!

I added thumbtacks but covered them with felt because they looked so office-y.


I gave it a ribbon border with some scrap ribbon to hide the ugly metal frame. I cut little felt squares for the corners because I just barely had enough ribbon but it didn't quite go all the way in one corner. The felt flower covers up a little gap too. It's proably overboard, but I think it works for now.



I have the tiniest bathroom off of our bedroom known to woman, so it had to go on the wall near the john. Hey, I have something to stare at while I'm "doing paperwork" right? TMI
Oh, and ignore the wretched wall paper. It's on my list of things to burn.


Now it's time to add the jewels



This is techinically my second spot to hang necklaces since I do have a small spot in the closet that I have some too. But this is a much better place to be able to actually SEE what I have rather than guessing. Or having to push scarves out of the way.

Corkboard
thumbtacks
spray paint
crafty leftovers

That's it!

Apr 10, 2012

Piano Keys Girl

Blouse: Vintage, Jeans: Walmart, Shoes: Thrifted, Bag: Thrifted, Sunnies: Ebay

This shirt is a saving grace because it's an easy piece to go to and look pulled together. A pair of skinny jeans and some flats made running wedding errands easy peasy!

See how easy?






I did convince my husband-to-be to stop for ice cream! YES! One for wife, null for hubs.


Apr 9, 2012

Love Me Girl

  Top: F21, shirt: thrifted, jeans: Family Dollar, Boots: Ebay, Scarf: ?, Beret: Thrifted

I pass by this old run down warehouse on the way to my moms every morning when I take Riley over. I keep the spot in the back of my mind as a great place to take photos. It finally worked out. It was rainy and cold and I think went well with the whole vibe of the day.








Apr 8, 2012

Easter Girl

Dress: Vintage, Wedges: Target, Hat: ?, Belt: Vintage

I had the BEST day today. Beautiful weather, beautiful service, a baptism and a cookout! What more can a girl ask for? I love getting dolled up an Easter is the perfect time. I love this dress - one of my all time favorites - so I knew I wanted to wear it. I added the gloves and the hat because..why not?! 
Wow. Seriously. What a blessed and awesome day.



A gift from Brian's mom - I am in love with this little bunny and the plants!!



I love this plant and it is so symbolic for Easter because some of the meanings that Christians relate to it. Some say it sprang from Mary's tears during the crucifixion. Its sometimes called May Bells.


Neal, Brian's son, was baptised. It was an extremely powerful moment when we went under the water and came back up! 






Hope you had a splendid Easter!

Apr 7, 2012

Garden Time

Spent time today enjoying the friends visiting in the garden









successfully planted some marigolds too!