Madewell

Thanks for joining me this week!  On Sunday my mom and I went shopping and I found myself stopping into the Madewell shop for the first time.  Loved the cool vintage styling of this place and all the beautiful wares are well!  Too bad I had already purchased these prior to stepping into this place...
I picked up their Spring catalog on the way out and today I share with you some of my favorites from this issue.  Are you familiar with this shop?  Do you frequent it often? Because I can see myself coming back to shop here once my account allows me to :)

Photo layouts: Pugly Pixel

Spring is on it's Way!

It was amazingly warm today in Chicago at around 64 degrees..in March!  That's almost unheard of really, in these Midwest parts.  We think 40 degree weather is nice this time of year.  I got started on my indoor bulb planting to celebrate the weather today and I hope these babies bring much needed color and brightness to the place because in all honesty we need it!  What's the weather like in your neck of the woods/rainforest and what are you doing to celebrate the changing of seasons?

Photo Strip of Spring

 

Until Spring decides to show it's face, I've created a quick photo strip inspired by spring.  Wouldn't these be great to send to help brighten someones day! Create your own by heading over to Paislee Press to download a free photo booth strip (just like the real thing- minus the wait time).  Even though we are so so close to experiencing warmer days to come, it's nice to know that I can check out lots of Spring inspiration via blogland ;)

Fresh Label Freebies

My apologies for the lack of posts this week. Life/work has been kicking into high gear but I just wanted to stop by and share with you these fabulous little labels brought to you by little sightings blog. I love her color choices for these, so fresh and perfect to organize your workspace with.
Simply print on sticker paper, trim away the excess white and apply to your hearts delight!

Spring Inspired Posters

I'm feeling a bit foggy on this partly cloudy Monday, so I went a seeking some lovely spring inspired posters to help brighten my mood and lighten my spirits.

Dig into Spring

Rain, Go Away

Walden Pond

Loving: Earthy Inspired Pattern

Spring is all abuzz in my head which made me even more excited when my findings came together for my loving weekly post! Today I'm loving earthly inspired patterns. Textiles, wallpaper, and photography are all elements that help make a home feel welcoming, worn in, and loved. That's how I hope people feel when they come visit me in my tiny space I call home ;) What is inspiring you this Spring?

{Amy Butler Rugs}

{Ikea textiles}

{Wallpaper from Zeixs Pattern Design book.}

{EV Photography}

Spring into Monday

Specially designed desktop wallpaper to give your computer a spring time makeover and a sunny outlook to the start off your week! Check out my newest addition of freebies and tutorials (coming soon) to download- located on the right hand column of my blog. I would love to see what and where you use them . Send me a link and I'd be happy to post your finished product ;)
Cheers to the start of a brand new week!

Happy Friday!

Friday!? Is that you?? Where have you been all this week? As I exhale into the start of my weekend I'm having thoughts of flocking in a field of green grass, splashing into a puddle with my umbrella for two, and calming the clutter in my ever expanding closets. The brink of Spring is upon us and change is in the air! And what a great feeling it is!

Tonight I am looking forward to spending time with my sister, along with niece and nephew while sharing our day over delicious fish tacos, yum! I've been looking forward to date night on Saturday because Joe and I are celebrating 6 months, woo hoo! We have been looking forward to dinner at The Bristol restaurant. There locally sourced (partnering up with 4 independent IL farms ), seasonal menu is rooted in Mediterranean flavors. A modern vibe and rotating chalkboard menu round out the reasons for my continued enthusiasm! Oh, and to make the night even sweeter, I hope to go to Hot Chocolate to share a yummy treat!

What about your plans for the weekend? Anything you have been looking forward to all week?

{A BIG Thank You to all your sweet comments this week, they have helped to make my week even brighter.}

On the March

I can't believe we are already in the beginnings of March! Which means that Spring is right around the corner ;) This morning I could almost feel the warmth developing. I think the sunshine and wool cap played a part, but I can tell by the sounds of the birds singing in the morning that warmer days are not far away!
I had fun playing around during a Walgreens Easter photo shoot a few weeks ago with these gals from Lily's Talent. They were a bit shy at first, but as soon as we brought out the Easter baskets full of sweets and treats and cranked the tunes, I had a great time capturing them having fun. We were rocking out to Hanna Montana and Selena Gomez (apparently these two ladies are not friends in real life- goes the rumor mill)! You learn so much from hanging out with two 7 year olds for an afternoon!

{ Spring Fling }

{Photo by EV Photography}

{Photos by Mondani.com}

Spring is here at last! Or at least it feels like it outside today. What is it about nice sunshine weather that keeps our spirits high and energy buzzing? Perhaps its because everywhere we look stores are stocked up on this season's sweetest new accessories. Even on a shoestring budget I'm able to pull together looks with the help of accessories that transform my fall basics into fresh spring style! Like this charming Emilie M. handbag for only $17! Emilie M. is a private label distributed by Mondani, who designs more commonly-known lines such as Rampage, Hype, and Adrienne Vittadini. After a little research I learned that Emilie M. handbags are only distributed to stores owned by TJX, such as TJ Maxx and Marshall's. No TJX stores in your area? No worries, Modani handbags are very similar in style to Emilie M and are widely distributed to Bon Ton and JC Penny stores. Shop on into Spring!