favorite five

I know everyone has already moved on to organizing and spring, but I'm still thinking about and enjoying my Christmas gifts. I wanted to share my top five favorite gifts from 2014 with you in case you have some Christmas money to spend and need ideas of what to spend it on:)

I was in desperate need of a new winter coat. Mine was about 9 years old and needed to be retired. This Kate coat from Boden caught my eye. I have already worn this coat so much. It is perfect for any occasion. 

I have enjoyed my bkr water bottle. I have been on the hunt for a water bottle with a small opening that I won't spill all over myself when I'm drinking it and one that fits in my cup holder. I love that it is glass too. 

My sister and I both gifted one another with Erin Gates' Elements of Style book. We both have really enjoyed reading it. It's the perfect addition to any coffee table. 

Hunter boots are everywhere these days, right? I am late to jump on to this trend, but I have already made good use out of these boots. We have had some cold and wet days in NC recently and these are perfect. My mom gave me a pair of the Hunter cable knit socks which will be perfect for the winter months ahead. 

Last, but not least, for the past few years, I have received Kiehl's Creme de Corps body butter. It is AMAZING. 

What about you? Any favorite gifts?

fall layers

In North Carolina, fall means layering. The mornings and evenings are chilly and the middle of the day can get a little warm. Here are some fall layering looks that I'm loving. 

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diy outdoor furniture

I was cleaning up some files on our computer and came across these DIY outdoor furniture ideas. I love them all! 

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Happy Weekend to you!

lovely pillows

Here are some lovely pillows. I especially like the gold studded pillow. All from here. 

spring at boden

We very much enjoyed the warm weather we had today in the Carolinas. I am so ready to put away the winter clothes and get out the spring ones! Here are some items I'm loving from Boden's spring collection. 

arrows trending

Arrows have become pretty trendy over the past year haven't they? There is something sort of adventurous and whimsical about them. Here are a couple items that have caught my eye. 

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I love the idea of using a print with arrows in a playroom or nursery, especially a boy's nursery. 

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Happy Weekend to you!

kayce hughes loves

Here are just a few things I'm loving from Kayce Hughes right now. 

ahem...do you come in my size?

I am loving this dress and those super cute boots from Zara. I sure wish they came in my size. 

hint of fall

I'm not sure where you live, but there is a hint of fall in the air this weekend. It gets me excited about sweaters, scarves and boots!

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late night loves

Here are a few late night Pinterest loves of mine. 

One day I'd like a formal living room with a ticking stripe settee like this one. 

I love this kitchen and the lamps! 

A beautiful maxi skirt from Kayce Hughes. Love the bangles too!

Something about this bedroom is striking and calming at the same time. 

cannonball

 Whenever I hear the word CANNONBALL my mind immediately goes to the 'pool scene' in The Sandlot. It is such a great movie isn't it?! If you've never seen it, you need to add it to your list of movies to see.

I've been keeping my eyes open for a bed for Georgia and spotted an American classic cannonball bed on craigslist for $45 and I had to have it. The twin bed is perfect for Georgia. The original color of the bed frame was honey. I wanted to love the color and leave it as it was, but it didn't go well with Georgia's bedding so we painted it. I'm pleased with how it turned out. Here are two pictures of just the headboard. I will share more pictures of the bed once we get everything set up in her room. 

Here are some other beautiful cannonball beds. I love the two at the bottom from Ethan Allen.