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Gift Guide: For the Purrfect Gift

GIft Guide: For the Purrfect Gift

So many cat puns for this post, but I’ll leave it alone for meow. Gift any of these beauties to the cat crazed one in your life and become their favorite person- no kitten. 1 | Cat wall decal (MadeofSundays, $24) Ships from Finland. 2 | Caticorn mug (HappyCatPrintables, $19) 3 | Floating cats pillow (Kitten Rain, $20-35) 4 | Wooden […] Read More

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Chicago Architecure Biennial & How to Dress like a Psuedo Architect

Chicago Architecure Biennial & How to Dress like a Pseudo Architect

The Chicago Cultural Center is a city staple that keeps a fantastic, rotating exhibit list. Right now, they are hosting the Chicago Architecture Biennial “The State of the Art of Architecture”, free & open to the public, until Jan 3rd. It’s an amazing opportunity to see emerging trends in architecture & observe how much it bisects everyday […] Read More

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DIY Holiday Drink Bath Bombs

Holiday Drink Bath Bombs DIY | Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider, Eggnog

Happy Holidays everyone! One of my favorite gifts to give & get are bath bombs. They smell amazing and leave your skin feeling so soft. Treat yourself or someone special to all the scents of the season with these holiday drink inspired bath bombs. Christmas music playing while they set makes them better, true story. Base Recipe 1 1/2 […] Read More

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Gift Guide: For the Man About Town

Gift Guide: For the Man About Town

For the guy you know whose running all over town for work or play, keep him in good style with functional pieces. 1 | Winter special shave kit (Harry’s, $30). Personally, I use these blades when the fiance isn’t looking. They’re amazingly smooth, long lasting, & affordable. Try their trial for $3. 2 | Trifecta belt (Beltology, $75) 3 | […] Read More

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Gift Guide: For the Adorned Minimalist, Etsy Edition

Gift Guide: For the Adorned Minimalist

Alright, so this one is mostly just what I would want for Christmas, but I figured some of you might want to know where I’m shopping. Handmade jewelry always catches my eye, and the wonderful talents of etsy don’t disappoint. 1 | Double ball necklace (RockSaltVintage, $75) 2 | Ear climber (tothemetal, $22) 3 | Half moon necklace (kertis, […] Read More

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Look twice; it’s no split image, it’s my one of my Look twice; it’s no split image, it’s my one of my favorite parts from the  #haileyhome condo. There Michael had his desk shoved in the corner of our small bedroom. As much as I wanted a light and airy feel, the desk always felt unintentionally “floaty”. With just paint and shelves, his desk went from an afterthought to a defined workspace with it’s own voice that felt distinct yet still a part of the room.

In our current house, I’m looking back at this project since next on my list will be Michael’s office! Michael inspired me with his 5 year anniversary gift to me (a nice furniture piece- he definitely knows me ☺️) so my gift to him will be wood shelves for his new office, plus a little space makeover. 

Excited to take on a small project while the kitchen reno is underway. It’ll feel nice to feel project progress somewhere and get hands on for the first time since Cade arrived ☺️
I set up a baby studio for Cade’s “month by month” I set up a baby studio for Cade’s “month by month” shots and there’s no way I’m taking it down for the rest of the year 😅 

It’s worth the space it takes up though. Capturing his growth and personality feels like the greatest privilege. I can’t believe there were only 3 weeks between his newborn and 1 month photos 🥲
Room is ready. Just waiting on baby boy to make hi Room is ready. Just waiting on baby boy to make his appearance. 

I’ll take any and all inducing tips 😅
#ad #cricutmade #cricutbright360 I’ve been auditi #ad #cricutmade #cricutbright360 
I’ve been auditioning different rooms around the new house for my studio space. Some have great storage, some have better natural light, but NONE have over headlight lighting. I didn’t think much of it until I tried crafting after work and realized, dang, I really can’t see anything 😅. I tried to make it work with different table lamps, photography lighting, even grow lights (spoiler: do not attempt unless you like being blinded). It wasn’t great. I figured I’d eventually get a proper crafting light, but wasn’t thrilled with the limited, and frankly ugly, options. 

I bet you picked up on this from the photo, but I finally found THE solution. @cricut just released their Cricut Bright 360 task lamps and it’s everything I could have ever dreamed of! I’ve been putting this lamp through its paces for a few weeks with nesting DIYs and will have a full review on the blog soon!

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