Little Miss Momma is having a GiVaWaY

I am a huge sucker for giveaways.  HUGE.  I've fallen in love with Little Miss Momma's blog and she is having an awesome giveaway.  Get this, if you win, you get to choose three items from some very cute bohemian items.  I really want those braided bracelets on the top!  Click on the photo to enjoy her original post.

While you're there getting the info on the giveaway be sure to check out her beautiful crafts and tutorials.  So pretty!

Stencil wall art

 Cork board picture frame with button and earring push pins.

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Hickory Hard Goods

Today, while reading through my Daily Reads list, I came across a fabulous guest blogger over at You Are My Fave named Liz.  Liz's blog, Say Yes to Hoboken, is such an adorable blog and I have a feeling that it will make it's way onto my Daily Reads list soon.  Needless to say, I've just spent the last half hour browsing through Liz's blog and I found this great company, Hickoree's Hard Goods.  Durable and classic items.

Perfect canvas tote for teaching, gardening, going to the beach, whatever!  $35.00

"Hoof Pick" belt.... I don't think I would be picking hooves, but this belt is gorgeous.  $60.00

 Another great bag!  $87

 Flippin' awesome print!  $425

"#44 of this editioned print now hangs in the Executive Office Building at 

1700 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC."

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Small, Super Cute, Reusable Shopping Bag

I almost forgot to mention the awesome deal that I found at Bath & Body Works.  These little pouches were sitting so cutely in baskets I'll admit, very strategically, by the checkout line.  Impulse shopping?  Why, YES thank you!  These really are so cute, though, you have to admit... and for $2.50 how could you pass up something that fits so snugly in your purse?  This little cutie will work perfectly for those last minute, didn't bring along your normal grocery bags, "I need eggs and shampoo," shopping trips.  No more plastic bags for me!

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Hand Soap

Yesterday I had a little shopping excursion to Bath & Body Works to buy some hand soap.  Even though we are on a very tight budget I allow myself this one little indulgence.  In these days of store brand products and waiting to buy till the sales come back, I still go about every other month to stock up on my Coconut Lime Verbena, Apricot Mint, Rain Kissed Leaves, Black Raspberry Vanilla, Brown Sugar and Fig, Midnight Pomegranate, oh the list goes on and on!  I love these soaps.  Seriously, I can't live without them.  

Do you have anything that you still indulge in?  Please share the items in your house that you can't bare to forgo in these tough times.

 

I have to admit, I was a little put off by the newly designed pump and container.  The look is growing on me but the pump will take some more getting used to; it gets stuck and then when I push down harder it forcefully comes out and squirts soap across the whole sink and on my shirt.  Not very nice.

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Chic Leather Finds

I just found a fellow blogger from my own heart.  The Sale Rack is "a blog about how to save money without compromising your taste or lifestyle."  How fantastic is that?!  Even better is that she offers some giveaways that are chic and usable merchandise.  Her most recent giveaway was from a company called Graphic Image.  I just did some browsing and I love their leather bound items.  Plus, they offer personalization on almost all their products.  Classically chic, perfect!  Click on the images to shop.

 

 

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The Rusted Chain giveaway

I think I would be Teacher Chick... or maybe Happy Chick, but that's only part time.  =P

I love a good giveaway! 

Check out Beki's blog to express what kind of chick you are to get a chance to win (and to cheer her up today). Pin It Now!

Knitted Etsy Finds

A cold front came in yesterday. Get this, it was 83 degrees in the morning and by 8pm it was 59 degrees! I'm so happy this morning because it's still a little chilly and I can finally wear a sweater. I love the feeling of being bundled up and cozy! However, I do need to do a little sweater shopping this season. Here's some cute knitted items that I found through Etsy.

DesignByNihan's Bulut Sweater
By the way, her photographer is amazing!

Starpompon's Grey Mohair Shawl


Berniolie's Shrug

Deniz's Earth Colored Scarf
I'm a sucker for those knitted flowers!

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Wool Felt Brooches & Fashion Accessories

Felted wool is quickly becoming the fashion accessory of the season. Accessoire is an Etsy shop that sells handmade felt accessories; perfect for pinning to a sweater, a purse, or putting in your hair. Oh and get this, the shipping is free in the U.S.! So frugally chic.

Millicent

My Grandpa's Coat
I can totally see this one pinned to my red jacket!

Jane's Obsession

Mrs. Lovett
"A little torn, a little tattered, a little ladylike, a little...psychotic?"

That, my friends, is seriously funny.

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Mini Constellations

These are just about the cutest things I've seen at an Etsy shop! They remind me of floating with my dad in our pool in La Quinta, California with him pointing out all the vivid constellations visible in the nightime desert sky. I hope that someday I will remember all those constellations for my own children. These little cuties could definitely help! I found them for sale on the MiniatureRhino shop via the You Are My Fave blog.


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Frilly Fall Fashions

I have a sickness for DownEast Basics clothing and their new fall fashions aren't helping. Even though they ran out of my would-be favorite bathing suit top, I still love their clothing line. The rich colors and light, layered fabrics are so perfect for fall. I'm ready for the seasons to change! Oh and I'm also ready for my hair style to change, what do you think of the hair style on the last model with the blue top?



Curtsy Coat
This coat might be a little too warm for the bulk of Texas winters, but it's just so dang cute!

L'Amour Coat

I've always had a thing for 3/4 length coats, now I can actually use it as a winter jacket, yay! Comes in Olive too!

School Bell Top
Short Story Cardigan

Wonderful World Dress

Grey Flower and Pearls

Long Triple Strand Pears

Intuition Top
This top would be an excellent layered piece for fall, love that neckline!

I'm also in love with her haircut, what do you think? Pin It Now!

I Love This Town

Just a little ways away from the 4th largest city in the country is a little shopping/antiques/artsy district called Old Town Spring. It has to be one of the cutest little districts that I've ever had the pleasure of walking around. Just take a look at some of the store fronts. Too cute!

Very creative.

How could you not want to go in and look around? Adorable.








I was wishing that I had an extra $65 in my purse. Good bargain for an oil painting and an old wooden frame in perfect condition!

My Jaw dropped when I saw this little slice of heaven. Fantastic prices in there!

Seriously, the name is awesome.






















Beautiful custom chandeliers and other estate-sized items.



















This a beautifully made sign, it's even fashioned after the artist's favorite piece. Pin It Now!

Must haves for summer skin

I love finding new things to pamper my skin with, especially during the summer when more of it showing! This post is dedicated specifically to all those good finds at the super market.


Vaseline Aloe Fresh Protecting Body Lotion with SPF 15 is a lightweight lotion that has an added bonus of SPF 15. I know, I'm only in my 20s, but I'm starting to get concerned about the little wrinkles on my neck that don't disappear when I look up. Every morning I put this on all over, it feels so smooth! I love the light smell, kind of like faint gardenia.


If you're like me and normal sunblock feels like you just poured acid on your face and in your eyes then Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunblock Lotion in SPF 30 is your best friend. It doesn't say that it's water proof, but this is what I used on our honeymoon in Jamaica... in JULY! I apply it to my face whenever I go swimming and it doens't run into my eyes or wipe off.
Plus it's oil free and non-comedogenic, too perfect!

For everyday use Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30 is the perfect face lotion. Goes on light and leaves a silky feeling without being greasy. Makes putting on makeup easy and the SPF 30 protects skin way better than the standard 15 in foundation. Thank you Kaitlin for the sample!

Don't forget your feet! This Pedro Callus Stone by Tweezerman is the best thing that I've ever used on my feet. With a single session I was able to painlessly remove all that thick skin left over from winter boots. It has two sides, one to take down the calluses and the other to smooth everything over. The smooth side can even be used on elbows and knees.
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"Sweet Things with a Vintage Touch"

I found such a cute little blog and Etsy shop this morning while browsing through blogs linking to other blogs (I swear, I could spend and entire day doing just this). Karuski is a blog dedicated to inspiration for making "sweet things with a vintage touch". I love the feminine clutches and jewelry found on Karuski's Etsy Shop.

Summerday - Hand Embroidered Clutch

Bellflower Necklace

Zinnia Flower Ring - Spring Green

Lily Studs - Coral

BONUS: This adorable Etsy shop ships all their handmade jewelry in cute little gift boxes!

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Reusable sandwich wraps

Wow, has it ever been a long time! I hadn't realized that I've been away from my blog for a week now, how the time flies with a good book.

I was searching around today for some neat re-usable item crafts and found this one on Betz White's blog. Such a good idea for kids or for your own budget friendly lunches these days!




The following snippet is taken directly from Crafty By Nature and you can find the complete directions there as well.

Make lunch, not trash! These fun, functional sandwich wraps give you a reusable alternative to plastic baggies, plus they are a snap to make. After each use, they can be wiped clean with a damp cloth or tossed in with the rest of the laundry.

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Spring Jackets

Have you ever bought a beloved accessory and then realized that you need to buy an outfit around it? I know, I know... it should be the other way around, but what can I say. I'm always finding myself in this predicament after a shoe or purse shopping expedition. My newest purchase happens to be a gorgeous yellow purse and my predicament is finding a new spring jacket... without breaking the bank. So, I've searched all over and have found an assortment of little beauties in all the price ranges. Can you pick out which ones are the deals?

1.  $148.00 The Limited, Almost Plaid Trench
   
2. $27.99 Target, Double Breasted Jacket, Navy
   
3. $39.50 Old Navy, Bell-Sleeve Swing Jacket
   
4. $158.00 The Limited, Safari Belted Jacket
5. $49.50 Old Navy, Belted Trench Coat (comes in navy too!)
6. $298.00 J. Crew, Icon Trench
7. $148.00 The Limited, Zebra Print Trench
8. $ 19.99 K-Mart, Modern Print Car Coat (I can't believe it either!)
   

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