I shot a few photos the other day of my office decor progress and was editing them to share with you when I realized I never posted any “before” shots. So I went through my archives and found a few photos I took before we moved in, some while we were on a quick overnight …
New Purchases for the Home… a little here, a little there
I don’t like to buy things needlessly {unless they go on my feet ;} and I love repurposing my old furniture and home decor into new rooms and new uses. In fact, I get really excited about it. Kind of like DIYing something new to wear from something that was about to get donated! But …
DIY Leather Cat Ears Headband for Halloween MEOW!
I know, I know, everyone and their mother has done a DIY cat ears project and tutorial, but none like this {maybe?} lol. I searched for a leather pair a little bit like this cat ear headband by Fleet Ilya {$518} but less like Bat Girl or Cat Woman {though they would work for those …
My InstaLife Recap | Week 8/25–9/1 in Photos
Follow me on Instagram to see these in real time. Also, if you see any you like, they may be for sale at Instacanv.as. You can email me if you don’t see one that you like and I’ll make it available. * * *We’re having a nice and relaxing weekend and though I have work …
New Acquisitions | B-day Gifts & Summer Goodies
My birthday came and went this year without much fuss, which is mostly how I like it. I’m 37, there’s no need for fanfare. Though I do suspect in a few years time, a combined 40th bash will be necessary since the husband and I are the same age. But until then and probably after, …
Black and White Outfit | Casual Chic | #heartThis
What I’m Wearing… * #heartThis v-neck T was a gift and I LOVE IT! Get yours here: Hashtag Heart This Tee $30 Coupon code: LOVEMAEGAN ~ Also check out: Smile Baby Studio | #heartThis * Old bandage style skirt from BB Dakota {a few years ago… see it here} find similar here* Vintage rhinestone necklaces …
Feed My Eyes, Can You Sew Them Shut…
What I Wore… * Plaid pants by Juicy Couture… also seen here one of my favorite outfits!* Old flannel plaid button down shirt {thrifted}* Old gray hoodie sweatshirt* Gray ankleboots by Rosegold which I still see on GILT from time to time* Lumete sunglasses * Hair: huge afro curls…. {see them looking less like a …
The Enchanted Cottage…
The husband and I have upped our weekly walks and hikes to almost daily now and if you follow me on Instagram, Facebook, or read my weekly Instagram updates, you’ll see I’ve started a new series/feature called “Houses in the Woods”, wherein I post photos of houses in our new woodsy location, Lake Arrowhead. Since …
My New Office: Vanity & Work TableThe Mirror You Helped me Choose + New Chairs
A month or so ago I asked you guys to help me choose a mirror for my vanity area in my new office/workspace. While I really loved all of the mirrors, I went with the Ablenay Mirror from Lamps Plus because I thought it would really work well with my Italian lamps, as well as …
You’re Gonna Need a Bulletproof Soul
What I’m Wearing… * Thrifted camo jacket on a recent shopping expedition up in these here parts 😉 There was a name patch above one of the pockets which I easily removed with a seam ripper then tossed in the wash. I can’t believe how perfectly it fits. I love those kind of finds. I’d …
I’ve Been Kissed by a Rose on the Gray
What I’m Wearing… * Gray oversized/boxy sweater by Madewell… also seen here * Vintage pink blouse worn under… seen here * DIY Kiss Printed Pants inspired by Erin Fetherston’s Spring collection * Vintage pink velvet purse/clutch * Giuliana Rancic for LOFT Statement necklace … buy it here * Alice + Olivia ~ black and white …
DIY Victorian Beaded Lace Ribbon Choker
I recently {and finally!} started the Downton Abbey series… and not 2 episodes in, I was itching to DIY a fabulous choker inspired by their attire. For this particular look though, I was inspired more by the high necklines of many of their dresses rather than a necklace specifically. But I’ve already got ideas for …
Help Me Choose A Mirror for My Vanity…
* My UNFINISHED vanity area above * As unfortunate as it is that I can’t have my double lamps on my console table behind my sofa in my living room, I’m making up for it in my new home office. Using the same Ikea 3-drawer dressers that my husband and I bought for our first …
Do you think we’ll be in love forever…
What I’m Wearing… * Diamond printed jeans… c/o Hudson and on sale for $139 {I love the way Hudson jeans fit, they’re really comfy}* Black tank layered under my Gray sweater with heart elbow patches from Asos again… I need more sweaters. * Vintage military coat I’ve had forever* Silver Pashmina scarf* Crystal hoop earrings* …
My InstaLife : Week 1/6-1/12 in Photos
Find me on Instagram to see these in real time. *Click to enlarge for Pinning. More than blogging, Instagram has this way of really and truly capturing moments in time, which obviously, is it’s purpose, of course. But even though I can go back through my blog and see photos and read old posts like …