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 …
I guess this’s how I’m working through it
I’m not sure that I quite understand sadness …or rather, what to do with so much of it. I know that for so long I dealt with it angrily. And as hard as I try to handle it maturely now, when sadness completely overwhelms me I will still sometimes resort to a tiny temper tantrum …
DIY Spirit Fingers | Sequin & Beaded Rings inspired by Ralph Rucci Spring RTW 2014
After seeing these AMAZING bedazzled fingers created by Max Kibardin for the Ralph Rucci RTW Spring 2014 runway collection, I just had to recreate them. I thought the easiest way to get a similar look was with stretchy sequined trim, though I only had gold to work with. So I got busy… you may have …
DIY Dolce & Gabbana Gold Jeweled Headband – Crown Tutorial
I am LOVING everything Dolce & Gabbana is doing right now. Their gold crowns parading down the runways as if belonging to royalty, beaded lace dresses and shoes, HUGE gilded & bejeweled cross earrings, and looks complete with deep red lips and sultry cat eyes. It’s all so regal with a hint of Medieval and …
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, …
Thoughts & Things | Loves & Links | Birthday Edition
Jon Whitcomb illustration of Marilyn Monroe {because it’s her birthday too & I just LOVE this illustration} It’ my birthday today. Yes, today marks the 37th year I’ve been wandering this little area of the planet and the 6th year I’ve celebrated it here on this blog, so I thought I do a special edition …
Lake House | Home Office "Before" Photos…
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 …
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 …
Into the Woods…
What I’m Wearing… * Call of the Wild Faux fur vest by Free People {runs a bit large, mine’s a medium}* Rose print cardigan by Free People from Shopbop* Vintage Reserve Skinny Jeans by Joe’s Jeans {so comfy… love Joe’s}* Loose white v-neck t-shirt* Custom hat from Spring Canyon Hats on Etsy. Ask for the …
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* …
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 …