Recap

So these past few weeks have been super crazy. I had to take on this insainly large project for one of my jobs - and I swear it felt like it was never going to end! I finally finished it today, and let out a BIG sigh of relief. The holiday break was nice though, I really needed it! I'm currently obsessing over wearing a french braid into a side braid. It is so easy, and ends up looking very chic!

I got a BRAND NEW CAR this week! I'm so excited because it is completely under MY name and has all the super awesome features I wanted. I wrapped a TON of presents this past weekend after my little black "thursday" adventure. That pictures isn't even half of the presents that were wrapped! I made some new eco braid necklaces that I listed up in my Etsy shop. So cute and easy!

While I was shopping in a local health food store, I found this Bar Harbor clam chowder. I lived in Maine for almost two years, and whenever we had the chance my best friend and I would get Riley in her car seat and take a little road trip out to Bar Harbor. We had so much fun out there. My favorite memory is when I had just gotten back from visiting my parents in California and had snowed a lot by the time I got to Maine. Elisha and I went to Bar Harbor and she took pictures of us on the dock wearing our big snow jackets and furry hats. She took one of my all time favorite pictures of Riley and I. I love those memories that you cherish forever and go back to every time you look at that photo.

Holiday Gift Guide

I was browsing around on Zappos looking for holiday gifts, and realized what an awesome thing it would be to share all my favorites for anyone who is having a difficult time trying to find fun, stylish items on a budget. I will be featuring several lists for this holiday season to help you out!

For a special lady:

1. BCBGMaxAzria Two Way Sequin Oversized Clutch
2. Echo Design Echo Touch Cashmere Gloves
3. Marc by Marc Jacobs Mademoiselle Danger iPhone 4 Cover
4. Betsey Johnson Flurtie Fir Slipper Boot
5. Stila In the Light Pallette in Multi
6. Butter London Limited Editon 3 Free Lacquer in The Black Knight
7. Fossil Penelope Small Cosmetic Bag in Grey
8. Vera Bradley Laptop Sleeve in Baroque
9. T3 SinglePass Whirl Professional Styling Wand
10. Steve Madden Pammyy in Berry Suede

Happy Anniversary...

It's been two years since we reunited and started dating after not seeing each other for five years. And let me just say, these have been the most amazing two years of my life. I wouldn't trade any of it in. Although it's hard because we live far apart, we make it work in a way that not many can with random mini trips here and there. I love you with everything in me, thank you for being my best friend, my support, my everything.

Thanksgiving and Black Thursday

Riley was darling on Thanksgiving. Pretty much the only reason I took pictures of her the whole time and only one of me. Except for my crazy face much later in the evening.

Yes, my brother and I were a couple of those crazy people searching out deals at big box stores at midnight. Two in particular. Target and Best Buy. It actually went pretty smoothly. Everyone was surprisingly polite, the sales staff really helpful and calm...it was almost surreal. I got a ton of movies, CDs, preschool games for Riley and Devin got some games. I was totally exhausted by the time we were done and finally got home at 3:30 am. It was fun and exhilarating to go out late at night (because there's only so many things in a small town that has that effect) so I'm glad we did it. But I probably wouldn't do it again. Deals or no deals, SLEEP IS GOOD! Especially after you stuffed yourself all day with turkey and other good food.

Hybrid Couture...the Perfect Gift

What better gift to give than something that is handmade AND eco-friendly??

Stop by my shop Hybrid Couture to check out what it's all about and take advantage of some awesome deals for this holiday season! New items are being added this next week :)

Take an ADDITONAL 40% off for Black Friday by typing in coupon code "BLACKFRIDAY" at checkout!! FRIDAY - MONDAY ONLY!

A Christmas Wishlist

So I tried really hard to wait a while to put this up. I told myself, at LEAST wait until after Thanksgiving. But since tomorrow is Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year, it would be ok to put it up now since it's fitting right? So these are the things on my list this year:

1. L'Occtaine Pure Organic Shea Butter
2. Miss Dior Cherie Perfume
3. 7 For All Mankind Boot-cut Stretch Jeans in Indigo
4. J Crew Glitter Oxford Ballet Flats
5. iPhone 4s
6. Chunky Gold Bracelet
7. Cross Necklace
8. The Accidental Cowl in Plum
9. Tiffany & Co Pearl Earrings
10. Kate Spade Polka Dot iPhone Case

I am Thankful for...

Thankful.

What am I thankful for? 

Riley - my inspiring, darling, daughter. Rocky - my best friend, my other half. My incredibly supportive family. My amazing friends. People who buy my designs in my little Etsy shop. Doing a big-time trade show in San Diego selling my designs. Peppermint Mochas. A roof over my head, food to eat, good health and health insurance. Holidays with my family. Employment. My own car.

There are many things to be thankful for. And I'm sure as the day goes on, I will have many more things to add to this list.

Happy Thanksgiving!