Old Fashioned Christmas

A few pictures that inspired me for this year's christmas season. 

The Fall Haul

I get this way EVERY time around this time of year.  I start get the aching for all things fall.  I've decided its my favorite season.  Not just because I am tired of the hot summer weather, I just love the crispness of everything in fall--- the clothes, the food, the air, the decor....  What's your favorite season?

On my fall wishlist:

Water Heater - For Cold Toes
Sewing Scissors
Caramel Lip Balm
Candles
Present Wrapping Supplies
Mugs
Canning How-To Book

A love.

I have developed over the past few years a love for typography.  It is so exciting to browse the internet for the latest fonts and creative font websites.  As I have designed various invitations, my favorite part is always the fonts.  The perfect pairing of fonts is really tricky but when they come together, it's magic.

Black and white summer.

I know summer time is for everything colorful, but for some reason lately, I am obsessed with all things black and white.  There is something about black and white and simplicity.  I like it.  A lot.

The best HAS come!

We had a fun, busy weekend which included some of our favorite summer activities.  For instance, a campfire in the mountains while cooking tin foil dinners and smores with good company, taking pictures with that delicious golden summer light, taking a nap on a blanket in the grass, eating dinner outside, going on bike rides.  Unfortunately we had to throw a little studying in the mix, but we took our fair share of breaks!  Everything about summer is just wonderful.

And my most recent FAVORITE song for summer.

Print, beach photo, cake, 1981 graphic: pinterest
Outfit: madewell
Camera: lomography
Soap: yousmellsoaps
Spoons: leif

things that are nice.

I have been dreaming lately of summer.  Whether it be camping, boating, hanging upside down on fences, doing hand stands on green grass, packing backpacks full of snacks and going on picnics, or sleeping in triangle shaped houses.  All of it sounds oh so sweet.  One thing I've got to throw into that summer dreaming now is a little bit of work.  I interviewed for a job Monday and got a call today with a job offer.  Feeling pretty dang blessed.  It is all happening.  Cheers to nice weather and summer.  And being down with school forever!  Or now anyways.
Bag and earrings via Etsy. Images via Pinterest.

Making a comeback.

I don't know how or why they came back into style, but I have to admit that I am getting sucked into the platform shoe.  The benefit of the pump: you get that few extra inches you've always wanted without having to pay the 'high heel' price. I personally see the benefit in this. High heels make a rare occurrence on my feet. I would take any one of these shoes. My personal favorites are the blue, green, turquoise, and brown. Well pretty much all of them.

Via madewell, asos, anthropologie, net-a-porter, freepeople

Pros and Cons

When moving back into our house, we decided to do hardwood throughout the entire upstairs. Spencer loves hardwood and I trusted his taste. So we went with it and there a definitely pros and cons to the wood planks. Here are some ideas I have on hardwood. 

PROS: Pretty. Last Longer than carpet. Go with all colors. CLEANER (big one for me). I hear they are a lot easier to clean up children's throw up off of, big plus when you are a mother they tell me. 

CONS: Loud. Really LOUD. When I wake up at 5:30 for clinicals, I have to prance around the house so I don't wake Spence up. They are not as easy to clean. I actually miss using a vacuum. Not as soft as carpet when you trip/fall, which obviously is not a problem for me, oh wait. Not as cozy as carpet. You have to buy area rugs, which I love, but they are not on the cheap list. 

Despite the cons, I am learning to love them, and the cons are winning at this point. We'll see once I have little ninos running around. 

Anyone disagree? Agree? 

Images via pinterest and google.

Current Favorites

1. TEUXDEUX: This little gem of a website has become a necessity in my life. It helps me keep clean daily to-do lists that are easy to remove, cross-out, and add. I've set it as my homepage, so when I get on the computer I'm reminded that I should not waste hours on pinterest. It's free too. You'll become addicted.

2. HELLO, FLAWLESS: My sister introduced me to Benefit make-up a few years ago and I've been hooked ever since. Although I don't feel oh so flawless when I wear it, it helps. And is awesome. And you should try it. 

3. ADOBE LIGHTROOM: This is heaven in a box. Before, I only used Adobe Photoshop CS when post-processing, but oh was I missing out! Lightroom is amazing. I love it for organizing my photos, sorting, making lighting adjustments, and converting files.

4. NORTH FACE DOWN: This is the best present I think I have ever received. I got it for Christmas 7 years ago and it is still in really good condition. (Spencer wishes he could say the same about his, he leaned against a fireplace and POOF! feathers were flying everywhere. Needless to say he doesn't like fireplaces or fire in general). Even though it is not exceptionally cute, who cares, it is the warmest coat to boot.

5. TOMATOES: Let's just say I may or may not eat 1-2 of these babies a day. I love them. Seriously a little concerned about how much I love them. Favorite food: HANDS down.

6. BROWN KRAFT PAPER: This is a staple around our place. It is so versatile. I never have to buy new wrapping paper for birthdays, christmas, or happy days. And whatever my ribbon stash contains at the time, it will always match with this neutral color. I love this stuff. I buy mine at the dollar store; however, I would like to get my hands on a roll this large. 

HeART

I'll be the first to admit. I used to think Valentine's was pretty lame. I don't like when people feel obligated, especially to send flowers, chocolate, etc. But I've had a change of heart. There is something kind of sweet about making a homemade valentine or decorating little spaces in your house with hearts. I in fact, want to do a Valentine craft night. Nothing fancy, we could even cut out paper hearts. 

Holiday Gift Guide: Vol. 3 : BOYS

If my memory serves me right, boys would much rather have toys than new clothes.

socks, animal hand tattoos, slinky, shoes, gnome, sweater, dinosaur, book, pom beanie, blazer, pjs, airplane

Holiday Gift Guide: Vol. 2

I don't have a girly around but if I did. Boy oh Boy!

pillow , book , dress , hat , zoo calendar , smencils , undies , tights , camera , boots , oxfords

Holiday Gift Guide Vol. 1

Battle of the Holidays.

Battle of the Holidays.

thanksgiving vs. christmas

poor thanksgiving is always battling with the 

stores and excitement for christmas.

problem solved.

fuse.

decorations that is.

i think it works.

maybe even better.

Deck o' cards

The only deck of cards I could find lying around.
I'll take what I can get.

Do it!

Best Idea Ever.

Eat, drink (grape juice), and be scary.

Loving all things halloween.

Few things orange, black, and purple that I love.

Looking forward to a fun-filled weekend. 

Going to Jackson for TGR ski premiere.

And then staying in a cabin.

Traditions are bueno!

those who can't shop: browse.

I can't help but get excited. 

I live vicariously through internet browsing of things I love.

Remember on the Wedding Planner:

Those who can't wed: plan.

Well those who can't shop: browse, dream, and make wish palettes for their blog. 

Envy part II.

I love fall.  And it is coming so soon.  I also love fall clothes.  After watching the september issue I got pretty excited about fall clothing.  Here are some items on my wish list.  I love 6,9,11, and 12 together.  Or 2,7, and 8.  Or 4, 14, and 5.  Or... I could go on forever!  What outfit would you put together?

in the mood for.

summer is nice and all. but i'm in the mood for.

who's with me.