I love this Chair.

Lily Pulitzer has a new upholstered chair and I am obsessed with it. It's called the Johanna Upholstered Armchair and I love it's energy and pizazz. The arm detailing is brilliant and I like how timeless the shape and style is. Genius.

P.S. Don't forget to take part in my holiday giveaway - here!



Burlap Accents

Each holiday season I find something that I want to incorporate in to all my decor -- last year it was gold accents {gold ball ornaments, gold ribbon, etc} this year it's burlap...a little more on the rustic side, but I'm loving where I added it around the house.

Wrapped around a glass vase of english boxwood. Adds a special touch.

This basket of pine and holy berries sits on my fireplace attempting to hide the string of lights coming down from my mantel of garlend {not so much in this picture!} but I added burlap ribbon and it just made it more cozy and unique to me.

My precious Santa's sit by my vase of dried magnolia {which I just adore} and I think the burlap is a nice touch.

I was cruising around on Etsy and found lots of other great holiday burlap ideas...

Etsy Wreath

Etsy Stocking

Etsy Placemat and Napkin

Etsy Tree Skirt

Etsy Banner


Etsy Ornaments

More Etsy Stockings

Etsy Table Runner

Buy ribbon here!

Zara Picks

I forgot how great Zara is. I randomly popped in yesterday and I was pleasantly surprised. Tons of great holiday party apparel and fun winter picks too. They recently launched a website so you can shop online -- work that in to your weekend to stock up on winter wear.

Some of my favorites...

V-Back Dress

Party Peep Toe Heel

Blouse with printed Collar

I love a little hint of animal print.

Square-neck Coat

Short Sequined Jacket

Snazzy Jazzy.

Funnel Collar Jersey Sweater

Double Breasted Fur Coat

Blouse with Contrasting Collar

Metallic Clutch Bag

Ballerina with Bow Flats

Yoke-back Blouse

Can't have too many loose flowing tops. That's what I like to tell myself...

Large Fashion Bag

Holiday Giveaway!

It's time for a holiday giveaway! This batch of pretty paper goods {designed by my very talented sister!} can be yours by leaving a comment or following my blog. Between now and December 24th, I will take note of any comments or new followers, then draw a winner. A little gift from me to you!

Holiday Gifts Ideas Under $20

There is plenty of shopping time left this holiday season, so I thought I would challenge myself to find fun gifts under $20. These would be great hostess, neighbor or "just because it's fun to give gifts this time of year", gifts.

Etsy calendar -- So stinking cute!

Another darling Etsy calendar



West Elm Zipper Cases
{make these personal with a monogram!}

Fancy some festive tea? Paper Source has just the kind you want.

Wine Stoppers from Pottery Barn

Anthropologie - pretty little feather necklace.

You could wrap these up all pretty, then say "Pencil in a time for a pedicure - on me!"

Fellow bloggers Elle & Em custom designed a darling calendar - a unique find indeed {even though it's a touch over my budget challenge, I had to include it!}


These are the inside pages of the calendar...ummm, yes please!!


Rifle Paper Recipe Cards - you could fill in a few with your favorite dishes to pass along, wrapped up with a tasty baked good.


Anthropologie Candle


How about these darling match boxes with a candle? Etsy find.


You could play it safe with an ornament - here.


Doesn't every one love a pine smelling candle this time of year? Find here.


 Pretty for your sink - Crate & Barrel Soap & Lotion


These are delicious...I'm serious, I have been munching on these all week. Trouble! Find here.

Monday Inspiration

Things have been hectic with the move, but we managed to put up our Christmas tree. It makes our family room so cozy {which I will reveal when it's closer to being finished} and I love the tree topper {from Ballard Designs} it is my favorite part of all the tree decor. Very Merry and hopefully a touch inspiring!

What is your favorite part of your tree?

A little sunburst on my tree!

A sneak peak of the mantel. Santa's alongside some greenery.



Ducks in a Row...

Martha Stewart, the Container Store, Real Simple Magazine...can you tell I'm trying to collect inspiration {and encouragement} to make our home as organized and orderly as possible? We move tomorrow, so these images serve as sanity at the moment, as I try to get my ducks in a row. Wish me luck!

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