have a fantastic week!

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happy lead into fall, how are you feeling? i've been feeling very reflective, moving slow, sometimes frustrated by how much i'm not getting done in a day, especially when i've planned a very productive day full of creativity and progress on projects. hey, i'm sure you've all been there. but instead of beating myself up, i'm embracing the days and the process, what is meant to be accomplished will be. 

i hope that you start out the week embracing what you don't know is going to happen. sometimes the best moments emerge and changed paths are all that more interesting. 

and if you are interested, some fun finds from around the world wide web: 

so much lighting goodness here. but these swinging wall sconces are a dream.

just bought these sandals in gold. because, gold. 
 

seriously love these pop pop tables.

i'm not usually a pink person but i like this. 

speaking of colorful, this shirt makes me happy.

a pretty runner rug. 

go be weird, made me laugh.

yum. 

i love a good scarf. this one is fun. 

loving this clay pink linen bedding. 

just a pretty white vase. 

vintage love. 

i adore a nice easy dress to wear. 

i have a scarab necklace in sky blue stone, this one in gold is tempting. 

a different type of hot water bottle. 

brass on black. 

wow lighting. 

this leather handbag is lovely.

i rather like this chest of drawers.

fab furniture. 

pretty for fall.

for luck.

more yum, could eat these all. day. long.

haha, why every woman should own a pair of overalls. "overalls empower us to get work done." love that!

enjoy!

happy stormy sunday

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happy stormy sunday in my part of the world. we are so far, successfully dodging what was forecasted as a hurricane. we are experiencing fairly high winds off and on heavy then light rain and beautiful rolling ocean waves and all of that is making me slow down today and appreciate the power of nature and the beauty of where i live. 

what are you up to this sunday? i slept in late (much needed after a super busy work week), i'm working on a writing project and planning a late afternoon low tide boogie boarding session at the beach down the street. cannot wait. i hope that you too are enjoying this day in your own unique way. and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

how pretty is this tulip dress? (and on sale!)

i have a tiny yard, i so want to try this. 

looking forward to the good together house's on line store.

i have a definite pizza problem, might have to purchase one of these. 

pillow love.

summer sandal pretty and on sale!

a beautiful outdoor furniture line. 

this artist. i'm particularly drawn to this piece. 

yum.

gorgeous and scary all at the same time. 

a fun soapdish.

how lovely is her dress?

love this. 

her embroidery is inspiring me. 

this textural bar cart, so perfect for summer. 

how stunning are these pearl double drop earrings?

fun for the upcoming fall weather. 

loving boucle furniture these days? me too! she has a great list. 

vintage love. ok one more. 

this is still so fun. 

this ruffled sweatshirt. 

and if money was no object, i just might live in these dresses. for life!

tiered tart plant trays. 

enjoy!

happy new year! how are you?

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we are experiencing a rough start to our brand new year. no doubt about it. but tryyyyyyyy to think of it this way...it's only the beginning of many clean slate days ahead, many days to do good, to be good, to be healthy and push the reset button as many times as you want or need. there's room for all of that. so that's what i'm feeling and just going to stick to it!

i hope you are doing ok and feeling the hope, cause it's there! and some fab finds from around the world wide web:

how cool!

so much vintage goodness.

this snowdrop pendant. and i've always loved a good globe.

a tiled dining table? i think it's pretty awesome.

a splash of this stardust wallpaper in the right spot is super fun. see how they used it here.

these storage options are beyond gorgeous.

looking for a unique outdoor firepit? they have some neat options. this one is my fav.

might pick these up for my 2 small decks this summer. liking how beachy they look too.

about to pull the trigger on this woven pedestal bowl. really like this river stone bowl too.

for beatles fans.

and this candle smells like roma heirloom tomatoes? i want that.

and quarantinging makes you want to bake cakes (and a million other things). this one looks delish! um, this one too.

seriously thinking of cutting bangs. inspiration one, two and three.

i'm saving to have new wood floors put in. this first photo makes me want to paint them. and how amazing is that unfinished tile addition added to the brick fireplace?

just bought this printed smock dress and is super cute in person.

this podcast inspired me this week. but really they are all so good. a positive way to start the day! and i've decided i'm also a multi-hyphenate. gladly too.

yum, this cauliflower dish. i could eat this all day long. 

a wow couch, to say the least. wow, this one too.

a wow light. i really like this. (can't afford it, ha! but really like it).

enjoy your weekend!

have a beautiful weekend

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are you feeling it? me too. that collective breath we all took recently. that's all i'll say about that. but what i will say on a personal level is that this week i sort of floated along, buoyant and quiet. feeling for the first time this year that things are going to be ok. i hope that you have a beautiful weekend, filled with positive thoughts and energy. 

and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

just ordered this faux leather dress. how fun right? i'd wear it with these earrings. 

a pretty wave bowl. 

this dreamy white blouse.

i made these for friends that came to dinner recently. so easy & delish (i added extra parm of course).

super fun inspirational/compliment cards. or just because too.

a yummy cake for thanksgiving (or for whenever!).

this sofa in goldenrod. 

a fun rug. 

loving these lush velvet bolster pillows.

really just like this smocking jacket.

this daybed is gorgeous.

still want this print. 

a wow pendant light.

a wow lounge chair. 

ok one more, a wow coffee table.

a striking entryway.

this midi dress is on sale, great deal. 

this unglazed ribbed vase would make a lovely gift. these would too.

i get alot of home/architectural changes & inspiration from them. gah, this bathroom sink and tile backsplash.

enjoy!

happy weekend, happy father's day!

have a lovely weekend!

(photo: my dad)

to all of you dads out there, have the best father's day!. what are you up to anything fun? i've been beaching it like mad lately, swimming all weekend, watching the boats float or jet by and sipping some ipa's under a life is good umbrella. not bad. not bad at all. hoping your weekend is everything you want it to be. and just some fun finds from around the world wide web...

just bought this rug for my dining room. and i LOVE it. all of that color makes me happy.

remember these? just purchased a pair in white. these slides are tempting too.

i'm in search of an outdoor table to plunk summer drinks on, as combination of these instead would be so fun.

also looking for an easy outdoor fire pit, finding some great options here.

also how fun is this marshmallow twig roaster?

maybe the prettiest office chair?

a beautiful wrap vest dress. really like this too.

her dress. just wow.

how fun is this jello mold dress?

a pretty summer linen headband. this frayed denim one is pretty too.

i'm looking for a light bag to bring my paints and small canvases to the beach. this mesh baggu would work.

these vellum photo overlays are the best!

this bathing suit, one piece perfection.

for the love of ceramics. that speckled paint palette? yes please!

more ceramics love here.

this chain necklace is wow.

creole summer corn.

a pretty summer jumpsuit (and on sale!).

a gorgeous neutral couch with built-ins.

what are you reading right now? my next book purchase. this looks like a good read too.

enjoy!

hi, how are you doing?

hoping you are coping your way through this funky fog. at the very least the summer is popping wide open and hopefully lifting all of our spirits with the sun and fresh air and promises of falling asleep on sandy towels and swimming and and yeah...

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have you gone through certain withdrawals since this virus started like i have? missing going out for a drink socially, people watching, combing through the amazing racks of used clothing at my local good will (and the one near my house is seriously great) for that hidden treasure find, popping into stores spontaneously, trying food from that restaurant that you were about to try for the first time, walking slowly through aisles of nail color looking for a new tone, sitting in my hair stylists chair and talking about whatever pops up that day and leaving feeling refreshed and amazing, all of those things. and then slowly the withdrawals wane and you begin taking pleasure in other things around you, inside and outside your isolation, because, well you have to, and then that becomes enough. this must be how the waves go if you were stranded on a deserted island. and maybe we sort of are right now. and maybe i'm a bit guilty (ok alot guilty) for taking all of those silly things for granted. i promise not to do it when we get back to it. pinky swear.

and some finds from around the world wide web. stay positive and think social drinking thoughts, it will all come.

would love to be quarantined here.

just put up this light over my dining room table. thinking this pendant for my kitchen window. or maybe this one?  ok, one more here. veerrrrry into the tiki woven look at my little beach house.

currently saving for this rug for my new living room, obsessed.

pretty front porch lighting.

bathroom dreams.

yum!

this colorful home makes me happy. those red floors! looooooooove them!

a pretty pendant.

pretty raffia wallcovering for a splash of color.

just bought these shoes.

these shorts, that color.

as we look to our vintage scarves and bandanas as masks, how about a bandana dresss, or a bandana top? very cool!

i just bought these dining chairs in the black finish with cary linen seats. can't wait!

love garance, and her podcast on sex and relationships during quarantine is a great listen, especially if you want to laugh (so many truths!, ha) :)

looking for memorial day sales, she's got you covered.

enjoy!

hi, how are you?

just checking in to see how you are?

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this quiet time we are all in is something that we have all probably never experienced in our lifetime. i feel like everything around me is on hold, when will i see my son next, when i can have new neighbors over for dinner, when will i get my hair cut again? some things (like trips to the hair salon) seem selfish but they were all of our little pleasures, our small luxuries during busy work months and long winter weekends. treats.

i started a large embroidery project a month ago that has sat since i moved into my new house. i'm in the middle of a large writing project that has gone untouched. i have not hung one thing on the walls of my new house. my basement is still in boxes. i think we are all in disbelief in some way that we have been forced to pause. it took me some time to understand that i HAD to. and so i literally did. i strangely put everything on pause to adjust. i've been taking long beach walks, turning off the t.v. and being quiet, listening to jazz music on repeat.

on my walks i see other people, alot of other people, though from a distance. everyone is trying to get outside, breathe in cool clean air. i see families, many more families than i ever have, walking together, staying close to each other, talking, protecting each other. when i catch certain people's eyes, we are all saying the same thing in one smile, hi, how are you? take care.

i'm getting ready to open some boxes now, to pick up my writing, to get my head back in some sort of regular routine, adjusting to this strange new existence that we are all in. how are you? if anyone would like to chat, let me know! find me on instagram and dm me to say hi. i hope you are well and finding activities that make you feel content and happy.

and some fun finds from around the world wide web if you are interested!

tote perfection.

goodness.

converse perfection.

because we are all for a while, bought this spring in france jigsaw puzzle.

also just bought this gorgeous wall sculpture. made me happy :)

it's still cold in new england, this looks cozy!

plush furniture is everywhere these days. how gorgeous are these chairs?

this plush line is to die for too. that couch!

i'm feeling the itch to bring more color into my spaces, step away from so many neutrals. this rug would do the trick.

loving the color & line in this lacquered pair as well.

we are all cooking at home more these days, so this line up of winter soups is on my recipe radar.

feeling crafty? this site has some fun craft/dyi ideas, like these origami easter bunnies.

i want a pile of these for summer.

concerts here, (my favorite venue) are on hold, but their pop-up virtual concerts are a treat for now!

enjoy!

hello! i bought a house!

hi! :)

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alot has happened in my world. i bought a house near the wild open ocean (not the house above but how gorgeous is that wall?!). bought this car (dream), started buying grown up furniture (just bought this leather chair and am in love) and have generally been seen walking the beach every chance i get, staying in waaaaaay more and listening to the quiet. pure love.

i hope that you are having an amazing start to your week! and some fun finds from around the world wide web for ya:

color palette heaven.

how GOOD is this new music? dancing around the house to it on repeat.

pretty to put on for a night out.

while wearing this.

just bought this rancher hat. feel like i'll wear it everywhere.

eyeballing this pendant light for my dining room. very beachy. this one is lovely too.

serious rug love.

wishing for these dining chairs.

this one in simply wood is gorgeous as well.
this tall vase.

a perfect accent chair

cashmere love.

interesting article on work-life balance vs. work-life harmony. the idea is rooted in music.

this cake stand takes the cake.

so fun.

oh, just a beautiful leather & wood chair.

enjoying the lines & angles in this chandelier.

a wow dining piece.

enjoy!

happy sunday!

hope you are having a relaxing weekend!

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what are you up to? anything fun? i'm finally (slowly) letting go of summer and embracing the fall season. it's hard not to want to run to the beach for a swim! my favorite thing. today i'm hunkering in, going to eat a giant breakfast, write for a while then watch the patriots win. :) i hope that you have an amazing sunday!

and if you're interested, some fun finds from around the world wide web:

lamp shade love.

also loving this matchstick holder. this is cool too.

the best thing ever.

love everything from block shop.

just ordered this. :)

yes!

really like these earrings.

making these this sunday morning.

and maybe this for the football game?

this mirror.

etsy love.

alot of interior eye candy going on here.

loving this door knocker.

would love to rummage around in this vintage shop.

this dreamer couch in velvet is 👍

a beautiful vase concept.

a pretty planter.

wishing for this rattan egg chair.

this one too.

intriguing hotel installation.

a great jumpsuit (and on sale!).

fun in dark green.

really feeling fall lately, especially looking at these.

a cool sideboard.

veeeeeery into this color lately.

enjoy!

happy long weekend!

hope you are having an amazing long weekend!

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i've been grabbing gobs of beach time, before the summer says goodbye. swimming, laying, breathing, sipping beers, wishing i had a giant pink flamingo float, and listening to the waves all day long. my idea of a perfect end of summer weekend. i hope that your weekend is everything you want it to be too.

oh, and some fun finds from around the world wide web for ya, if you're interested...

want to find some of the best independent shops in the world? head here first.

these re-purposed hermès silk scarves have me re-thinking scrunchies.

i want one of everything in this shop.

super fun outdoor seating option.

ceramic love.

for fall, i'm loving these corduroy pillows in rust tones.

the coziest furniture. (wish i knew where these are from)

a pretty little bar cart for small spaces.

this hat for fall. or just forever.

this tobacco tufted leather sofa is perfection.

really liking this rattan mirror with a fabulous price tag.

yum. the perfect way to use up your summer tomatoes.

and my team is in for a long work week this week. might make these for a treat.

cool.

a very pretty dress (and on sale).

a gorgeous console.

chandelier love.

i have serious wanderlust lately. next trip might be here, here or here. do you have a fun trip planned? i'd love to hear.

enjoy!

oh hey, hi!

hey it's been a while! hoping you are enjoying the heck out of your weekend!

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i have been busssssssssy at work, it's that time of year at harvard. also changing jobs, so lots going on the past month! i may write a more personal post about that soon. i experienced sensations about job stuff/change that i didn't think i would. ok, enough about that for now.

my son is with me this weekend so we are off to the beach today to lay like a lump and watch the waves. that's it! and some fun finds from around the world wide web:

these pretties for the kitchen. and this pillow in pale pink.

veeeeeery into earthy sunset colors right now, so these sheets might be my next splurge. plus this furniture line, i could go crazy.

camping this summer? take along this suitcase grill.

yum.

this commencement speech is perfection.

these freshwater pearl drop earrings are gorgeous.

i'm currently reading this. have you heard him speak to oprah here? reminders we all need to hear.

and just picked up this book. can't wait. read more about the author here.

get married in a national park, amazing idea.

these pillow chairs are super fun for summer.

this floor lamp is a statement piece.

the most beautiful console i've ever seen.

a very wow kitchen table set.

a pretty kitchen backsplash.

loving this one piece swimsuit.

what? i want my office to feel like a vacation too!

are we forgetting how to cook our own food?

if you are in the mood for a chunky sandal, these are super pretty (but um, that price).

an oozy boozy gorgeous commercial interior.

such precious things here, my favorite is the noah the whale rattle.

omg these ice cream cones! i seriously want one!

enjoy!

have a fun weekend!

hey hey it's the weekend! what are you up to? anything fun?

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i'm off for a few days, soaking up some quiet time before a busy month of work ramps up. it's been grey and rainy for quite a while, usually this doesn't zap my energy but for some reason, it is. so to combat that i've been getting in some runs for energy, heading out to places that inspire me. might visit this, this weekend. and in between that trying to just relax!

i hope that your weekend is everything that you want it to be! and it's friday saturday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

ooh, this wallpaper for a children's room. this one is neat too.

loving this flatware set (and it's on sale!).

shelving a different way.

just fun.

moon quilts, i want one of each.

pulling at my plant loving heartstrings for sure.

pure love for this sconce.

into this panton wire series (that last photo, the floating nightstand is a total yes!).

in the market for some unique vintage finds? head here.

for cinco de mayo, yum.

take a hike.

i love a good (gorgeous) bowl. everything here is gorgeous though, even her dinner napkins.

i've never been on the high waisted jeans bandwagon, but these i really like.

not sure if you want a one or two piece swimsuit this summer? this is a good happy medium, and on sale!

this rick top for summer. the gold lurex version is oooooh! 😍

these coffee tables.

& i could wear this all summer long.

i take a lot of photos on the train, but this one though is so great!

enjoy!

have a happy weekend!

what are you up to this weekend? anything fun?

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i've had a nutty week at work but have taken a long weekend off, much needed! i hope to work on some writing, get a couple of runs in and move slooooooow. sometimes it's hard to intentionally move slow, at least for me. so here's to trying and cheers to the weeekend!

and it's friday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

man oh man do i love this red jumpsuit, please come back in stock.

staying on the jumpsuit theme, this is cute too.

can we please talk about this eternal dreamer sofa? wowzers.

and their celestial pebble single pendant is like finding the perfect piece of beach glass. gorgeous.

yum.

a pretty porcelain platter.

kind of funky but i like them. plus it's fun to play with the fabrics!

how about these nesting tables sitting right beside it?

loving this terrarium do-it-yourself! different size glass vessels arranged would also be interesting.

just bought this in black (shhh, it's from walmart & great price!).

pair it with these.

this coffee table.

what are you reading these days? i just finished this (awesome!) and thinking this looks intriguing. have you read either?

ok, this ceiling lamp & that color! perfection really.

and this outdoor seating line...i want one of each.

pretty much a wow stool.

this soft cylinders line is eye catching.

and it would have been my dad's birthday today, his absolute favorite day. happy birthday dad!

enjoy!

happy sunday!

hoping you are all having a relaxing & happy weekend!

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in between playing pool with my son, eating more slices than i should have at my favorite pizza place and getting a mammogram (rewarded myself with said pizza :), i've managed to get in a run and do some quiet time writing.

enjoy the rest of your weekend! sharing some fun finds from around the world wide web too:

this wave necklace.

i'd wear it with this ring.

i just liked this.

oh my goodness this too! yeeeeeessssss!

this ombre sofa is 💥

these blouses!

pretty cushions,

this popcorn grid coverlet would offer a much needed punch of summer color!

would make for jazzy dining chairs.

yum!

need a new good book? check out this interesting spring reading list.

pillow love.

the cutest overalls (that smocked back!).

loving this ribbon clutch.

wishing for this rattan lounge chair.

ooh and this pacha lounge looks comfy!

seriously hoping this skirt comes back in stock. how pretty?!

think i could live all summer in this navy number too.

want a pair of these in every color! (and they're on sale! so...)

summer cocktails in this set all season long.

statement lighting.

a wow mirror in marble.

enjoy!

have a happy weekend!

what are you up to this weekend? anything fun?

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i'm thinking of heading out to see this. i also have a seeeeeerious case of the winter ughs. might head out to shop for a couple of spring outfits. i did purchase this pair of bright red patent leather sandals at nordstrom's rack the other day, (they were WAY cheaper in the store by the way) on a whim...hey! anything to get you in the spring spirit! i'm also very into my next sewing landscape scene, as it builds a bit more i'll share photos.

whatever you do, wherever you do this weekend, have a blast! and it's friday saturday, so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

just ordered this book. have you read it? sounds soooo interesting.

want to have some serious fun with wallpaper? go here.

pretty little pots.

are you stuck in a loop of busyness? i really liked this.

this space, that floor!

want. need. love.

vintage sideboard gorgeousness.

instead of raw raffia, this colorful bag would be fun for the upcoming summer.

wood love.

fun rugs.

um, can we talk about this sofa? wowzers.

wow pieces.

more wow pieces.

these geometric concrete stools (you can purchase a felt top too) would add a nice textural element to spaces.

vacation inspiration.

and this just made me smile.

enjoy!

have a cozy weekend!

what are you up to this weekend? anything fun?

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we are in for a snowy one in my part of the world. might take in a walk here and look for deer tracks. strangely one of my favorite things to do! see lots of deer too, so bonus! and if the snow accumulates enough, might go sledding. plunk a six pack in the snow, meet up with friends on a good hill and voila, a good day! :)

whatever you do, wherever you go, have a fun & cozy weekend! and it's friday saturday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

loving how she places the human figure against nature and animals. stunning really.

i have a real love affair with risotto, this one looks delish.

maybe the perfect black one piece swim suit.

for the love of gold. that sideboard though!

ok, in wood, this cabinet is 💕

and crushing on this rust velvet couch.

i'm looking for a serious skin glow boost after this long drying winter. wondering if this would do the trick?

how to learn a foreign language faster.

about to pull the trigger on this indie cushion cover.

loving this slip dress in ochre. plus the entire sale is crazy full of beautiful picks.

also on sale and would be gorgeous alongside a beautiful dining table.

very into these sheet tones lately.

yum.

enjoy!

have a fantastic weekend!

hey HEY for the weekend! what are you up to? anything fun?

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i've been devouring this book (so. damn. good.), and plan on starting another embroidery project (will share the sketch soon!). i'm also looking forward to seeing this with ethan next weekend. will be fun!

i hope that whatever you do, wherever you go, you enjoy the heck out of your weekend. and it's friday saturday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

you know i signed up to be notified for this coat.

& OMG this little lamp.

ok, now i want a pilates ball.

this new york city apartment, the white, that furniture!

these brass accordion wall hooks, loving!

pretty.

pure pillow love. want one in every color.

loving this dance/workout/yoga clothing line. how fun is that set in lavender?

this spring line is like 💟

are you a beatles fan? you'll be excited by this if you are.

a gorgeous little bar cart.

office chair eye candy. would these be fun as dining chairs too?!

white linen loafers? yes please and yes please to spring soon!

ok, and these white raffia mules too.

these emerald earrings! and it's my birthstone, so yeah.

could be my next read.

last year i missed on the straw bag craze. i was loving it though, and loving this one now.

have my finger on the trigger for this rattan headboard.

enjoy!

have a cozy weekend!

we are in the midst of a stormy weekend in my part of the world. so that means baking, reading (just picked up this), writing, sipping red wine and sleeping in are all happening...

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plus you'll find me watching this later. :) what are you up to this weekend? anything fun? in my travels on line, here are some fun finds in case you are interested...

makes me want bangs. again.

rugstar. so many cool rugs!

a funny card.

and this one sums up my love for pizza!

in love with this yellow & lilac mug.

these in navy & navy are appealing to me.

this sconce is 💖

just bought this beauty to put away for spring.

her work and how it translates into ceramics is just so lovely.

heart emoji eyes for his vessels.

gustavo bittencourt's furniture design is blowing my mind.

loving every single space here.

loving the textural element that this concrete cube side table adds.

this credenza, i die!

leather stool love.

more stool loving.

these discus wall hooks (and their lighting line is just gorgeous too!)

this mama rocking chair is perfection.

a very cool outdoor stove.

crushing on these cushions. these too.

mad for this wallpaper.

so many rugs i'm wishing for here.

these hand-made club chairs are everything!

the prettiest trivet.

these would go with everything.

enjoy!

have a happy weekend!

what are you up to this weekend? anything fun?

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i'm still in hibernating mode. it's stormy here this weekend and i find myself under a soft throw, reading this (i just started it!), binge watching this and sipping a glass of red wine slowly. not bad!

whatever you're up to, whatever you find fun this weekend, enjoy! and it's friday saturday so some fun finds from around the world wide web:

warm drinks for cold days.

to start the new year get rid of these 10 things in your closet. i loved this!

would love to try to make these this weekend. serious yum.

ooh this too!

can baking reduce stress? geez i sure hope so!

could you set your phone aside for one year?

and ok i know it's not pumpkin season, but this looks delish! i mean...grilled cheese croutons?! mike drop.

oh my GOSH this gucci wallpaper is wow.

this pink agate wallpaper is pretty darn amazing too.

gorgeous (one sale!) door knobs.

simple.

lounge chair love.

another one.

this headboard is 💖

this is what hope looks like.

speaking of women, this is very cool too!

stunning studs.

lovely throws.

how cool is this black on black embroidery?