celebrate / happy new year!

It seems that the majority of my New Years cards have reached their recipients and I can share them! Happy New Year to each and every one of you!!

celebrate / new years eve

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!

I hope everyone has a fun and safe night! I’ll be ringing in 2014 with a low key night a friend’s apartment. Any glamorous plans?

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celebrate / 2013

What a year (in reverse)!!! #2013

celebrate / merry christmas

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Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating tomorrow!! May your day be merry and bright and full of friends, family, and good food!

celebrate / christmas

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Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating tomorrow!! May your day be merry and bright and full of friends, family, and good food!

celebrate / birthday present

From @kevinkevinson: "I made these for my roommate’s birthday to hang in our bathroom. Me on the left, she’s on the right. They were a success!"

A beautiful birthday present from my roommate!!!

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celebrate / holiday gifts

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weekend

How BEAUTIFUL are these copper painted oyster shells!?! I think a friend of a friend is behind these pretties, as I discovered them on Facebook. Find them on Etsy here.

Any fun weekend plans? Last minute shopping? Cozying by the fire? Baking your butt off? I’ll be relaxing and celebrating the big 2-5 tomorrow (including crossing #43 off of my 101 in 1001 list). TGIF!!

celebrate / diy advent calendar

I personally don’t celebrate Christmas, but there are certainly aspects of the holiday, and of the season, that I get very excited about (I’m looking at you, Fresh Balsam candle and of course all the sweets!). I really like the idea of advent calendars, especially when they’re full of family and friend bonding activities! I just had to share this tiny DIY advent calendar from Country Living. 

Do you have an advent calendar?

funny / elf on a shelf

I still can’t stop laughing at this insta from @shelikesruffles. #regram #amazing #hilarious #elfonashelf #mileycyrus

wed / glittery bridesmaids

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I’m a fan of mismatched bridesmaids, but these lovely ladies in complementary glittering gowns kill it!!! Dare I say that they actually might wear their dresses again?? (Plus giving your ‘maids flexibility allows them to rent their dresses if that’s a better option for them!)

three little spaces / cozy

It’s that time of year where I just want to hunker down and be cozy. With 9 degree temps this morning and snow falling outside, I’m dreaming of these three little spaces!

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Happy Monday!

wear / plaid and sequins

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This is basically my outfit for tonight!! Just my skirt is black.

weekend

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TGIF! I’m so glad it’s finally Friday. It’s been a long week (these holiday hours at the mall are longer and it’s making me sleepy!) and I can wait for a cozy night in tonight and a friend’s holiday party tomorrow. Boston is supposed to get hit with some serious winter weather and I’m looking forward to some downtime and (if I don’t get called into work) making some beef stew. What are you planning on doing this weekend?

101 in 1001

It’s been awhile since I updated my 101 in 1001 list! Mackenzie’s post this morning was a good reminder :)

Some recent accomplishments: 

1. Sent 3 more cards/notes

2. My holiday cards are thisclose to being ready for the mailman

4. Brought soup to a sick friend

9. Left a 100% tip

10. Treated a friend to a celebratory cocktail

17/22. Hosted a board game and wine night for more than 4 girlfriends

18. Had dinner at Ten Tables

31. Got dressed up for my (early) 25th birthday party!!! Sadly I have no pictures

34. Fell in love

53. Started collecting for my bar area

64. Finished 3 new books

83. Spent $20 at the SOWA Market

86. Went to a BU/BC hockey game

Anyone else working on a list? How’s it coming?

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wear / elbow patch sweater

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I’m obsessed with this sweater. I have it in wine!!
9/6/14: JCrew Factory is selling this now!

celebrate / splurge list

I put together this group of splurge worthy items mostly for fun. Whether you go in on a gift with a few people, give one big gift per person, or are feeling extra generous, here are some splurge-worthy gift ideas. I wouldn’t be disappointed to see any of these end up in my lap!

{black michael kors bag // gray malin oversized print // tory burch ireland boots // a plane ticket to London (my soul misses it) // leather front pixie pants // monogrammed cashmere lined gloves // colorful jute rug (threw this in since I want it for my living room)}

Previously: For Her // For Him // For the Hostess // For the Home

celebrate / gift guide for the home

I’m down to my last two gift guides and this is one of my very favorites! Most of these are on my personal wishlist too!!

{zebras at the watering hole print / metallic glassware / letterpress state print (I have my eye on SC and MA) / lacquered tray // hexagon wine rack / monogram door knocker / hourglass timers / magenta topknot print / 36 hours in the usa and canada}

Previously: For Her // For Him // For the Hostess

celebrate / gift guide for her

I definitely did something wacky with scheduling this post for yesterday! Regardless, here are some of my favorites gifts for her. Happy shopping!

{card case for business cards / festive plaid shirt / coffee table book (one of my favorites!) / oversized colorful studs (something many wouldn’t buy for themselves) / tech gloves / rose gold rings / glittery nail polish}

PS-Jenn from Much to My Delight posted a great article about depression during the holidays. I love gift giving and cheer, but recognize that life can’t always be sunshine and rainbows for everyone.