The Cutest Kids in all the Land….

September 6, 2011

Okay seriously??!!

If there was a contest for Cutest kid ever…..we would have the winners here hands down.

Sometimes I wish I could adopt a child of each ethnicity….And I am being dead serious.

(Joe Fresh via Just Bella)

(Yarnattacks via pinterest)

(caseyculture via pinterest)

(adorablelife via pinterest)

Don’t they just bring the biggest smile to your face?

Hope you all enjoyed the long weekend!!

I really wish there was one every month! 😀

By the way, thank you so much to each of you who voted for me over at Bloggers Wardrobe. Hopefully I can hang on to the top 20 for the next few weeks! I SO appreciate your support!

Color Files: Jewel Tones

September 2, 2011

(1. ASOS, $86 2. Forever21, $3.80 3. Ruche, $28 4. Forever21, $4.50 5. Kate Spade, $68

6. Carlos Santana, $99 7. ASOS, $10 8. Ruche, $33)

I am so happy that the Fall 2011 Runway is full of Jewel Tones. Thought I would round up some ways to add a splash of these hues to your wardrobe this season:) Have a favorite?

I hope you enjoy the long weekend!! HOORAY! TGIF!!!

P.S. I am over at Megan’s sharing 3 things that define me…come on ova!

Lookbook: Sister Visit

August 30, 2011

I asked my sister to make an appearance in this week’s outfit post:) She is 5 months preggo. Isn’t she beautiful?

Top: United Colors of Benetton, Layering Tank: J.Crew Pants: Old Navy, Shoes: Dress Up Boutique Belt: Thrifted

Sister: Dress: Kohl’s Maternity

(me, Veronica, and Tricia)

She came in for the weekend and we had such a fun time catching up with friends, talking about our babies, and eating great food of course. She is due in January with her 2nd baby and I am so excited for Veronica to have another little cousin. I love sharing motherhood with my sisters:)

P.S. If you follow me on twitter, you probably saw that I was tweeting Old Navy praises the other day. They have really stepped up their game this year! I visited the local one recently and was amazed at the set up of the store and the style of the Fall pieces. I definately snatched up a few items! And their prices are even better than Target sometimes!

Lastly, so excited to announce the winner of the Viva la Violette Blog Design Package Giveaway!!

Congratulations to #18 Erin Lauray! Will email you shortly:)

One Room to Inspire: Bold and Curved Frames

August 29, 2011

It was instant love when I saw this on Sandy’s blog. I can track where the original photo came from although its by Polka Dot Umbrella Photography.

So readers, I need your help. Any ideas where I can get frames like these?!! Dying to get a hold of some for Veronica’s room! Thanks friends!

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UPDATE: Thanks to some fabulous blog readers and twitter friends, I have found a few places to find these! THANK YOU! …The Lollywood Shop (thanks Laura and Tracy), The Organic Bloom (thanks Megan), The Orange Blossom Shop (thanks Megan), A sticker version (thanks Vicki!), and a tutorial version (thanks Julie!)

I had a blast with my sister over the weekend. Will post a pic later!

Have a great start to your week!

Style Files: Grace Kelly

August 26, 2011

(via)

“I would like to be remembered as someone who accomplished useful deeds, and who was a kind and loving person. I would like to leave the memory of a human being with a correct attitude and who did her best to help others.”

Grace Kelly- such a classy lady. Her confidence, elegance, and dignity were what made her such a style icon. I would love to have coffee with her and Audrey Hepburn one day. I have lots of questions for them:)

I will be catching up on the shop closing orders today, and then kicking back to enjoy my sister who is coming to visit. Nothing better than sister time!

P.S. Don’t forget to check out the blog design giveaway!

DIY Sequin Striped Tote

August 25, 2011

I recently saw this bag, and did a little ooh-ing and ahh-ing over it, but for $175 it wasn’t an option. When I was at Hobby Lobby a few weeks ago, I discovered a plain canvas tote I knew I had to put to use! I came up with this…

Using the same steps as the DIY Sequin Clutch, and similar supplies, this tote was a breeze to make!

Total Time: 10 minutes

Total Cost: 6$!

(use your 40% off single item coupon on tote or trim!)

You can’t beat that! I made this for a dear friend of mine and can’t wait to send it to her.

Supplies:

This canvas tote or similar.

Sequin Trim (lots of colors available)

Hem Tape OR Glue Gun

I hope you get a chance to make one!

Also, I announced yesterday on the fan page that I am taking a step back from the IHOD shop, to focus more time on my kids. I am so blessed I got to do what I love for a living, but the crazy hours were wearing on me! I am going to be focusing on graphic design. Will continue blogging and bringing you lots of fun and inspiration:) Thanks to each of you who supported the business and made it successful! I am having a 25% OFF Sale on everything in the shop with code: FINAL SALE

While supplies last. Many items already sold out!