Thursday's Randoms

I love how these "dwarf guards" really cater to my love of gnomes.  I think every house should have one or all of these, don't you?

Can't stop laughing over this one...

It's reasons like this that make me wish there was an Urban Outfitters here in Louisville.  Most days I really don't care, but when I see a pretty red sweater with elbow patches on it that won't completely break the bank, I get a little sad.  Thank goodness for the internet, right?  PS - it comes in navy as well!

Hello, beautiful DIY project!  What a great way to arrange some frames.  I'll have to keep this in mind when we go to put ours all up.  

The Pioneer Woman made Indian fry bread and Indian tacos and I am feeling quite nostalgic.  You see, growing up, kids in Wichita, KS would always get to visit the Indian Center.  It was a given that you would eat their incredible tacos while you were there, and it made for the best of times.  So naturally I'm pretty pumped over her post on how to do this.  With fake ground beef, of course :)

Oh how I am in love with this terrarium and its eccentricity.  The billy buttons are the perfect touch!  Be sure to check out other arrangements from Etsy shop Sea and Asters.

On the Lake

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When my friend showed me the photos of a college professor's recent wedding, I was immediately smitten.  Every last bit of the wedding was incredible - from the bridesmaids' cowboy boots (hehe, personal favorite) the wedding party fireworks, the doggie ring bearers and the 4th of July-themed reception, I was sold.  If only we could go back in time so I could attend this lovely wedding with what must certainly be a very lovely group of people.  Photographer James Moes knows beauty when he sees it, don't you agree?

Turning art into fashion seems to be an absolute joy to me lately and I hope it resonates with all of you. If only everything in my life could be in such bold and distinguishable color.  

Friday's Fancies + Have a Fun Weekend!

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Happy Friday, friends!  If only I were heading into the weekend sporting this little fall ensemble...it would be the perfect weekend.  However, it will still be a pretty amazing weekend.  The weather is supposed to be gorgeous and it's my favorite time of year.  With that combination, what's not to love?  

This week's Friday's Fancies is all about blazers.  I personally have never worn a blazer, mainly because I have yet to find one that suits me.  But for this outfit, I envisioned a certain Kristin Wiig in a certain movie who had great style.  I can't get over some of the pieces Alexa Chung created for Madewell, like this dress.  It's such a playful print and a fun cut, and everybody loves to wear a LBD for every season, right?  The blazer is a silence + noise design, who I happen to be a big fan of.  Perhaps this blazer is what I've been looking for all along.  Perhaps.  I can't get enough of all the Madewell booties these days, but this black pair seemed to suit the dress nicely.  Throw in a brightly colored Rebecca Minkoff bag and you've got a sweet outfit.  Who's with me!

What are you all up to this weekend? I'm hoping to eat lots of good food, toast some beverages to the weekend and sit back to relax with my special someone.  Whatever you get up to this weekend, I hope it's wonderful!

Gift guide :: For her, pt II

I fully endorse everything on this list as a gift I would personally love to receive (if you're reading...)

1.  Luxurious leather and virgin wool shoulder bag
2.  Bailey's Home and Garden cozy organic cotton bathrobe  - heaven
3.  Lomography Diana + Dreamer Camera
4.  Pickles Cashmerino - Soft Coral but any color would be lovely
5.  A present for a little girl - it would be so neat hanging above the bed, you don't have to be a baby to enjoy a mobile!
6.  Nate Berkus Durrie Rug
7.  Mod Cloth Light Ride Sweater
8.  Intelligentsia In Season gift box - you can never have too many coffee mugs and their coffee is deeelish.
9.  Papercraft - so she can learn a new hobby which leaves you with more time to play video games...
10. Primary Confection measuring spoons - she'll bake you great stuff with such cute spoons
11. Misty Flower posts - because the sparkle will match her eyes
12. For Me, For You Brass Drops Necklace
13. Pigeon Toe Ceramics Airplant Wall Tile

What's on your Christmas list this year?

Needed :: Tartan Tote

Just look at how perfect this tote bag is.  You can cram everything into that sucker!  Giant books, a change of clothes, lunch, etc.  It's the perfect fall/winter tote for commuters and travelers!  I'll be keeping my eye on you, Tartan Tote.  As soon as you go on sale or I earn some pocket change, I'm snatching you up! That's a promise.