Pocket Change

Jeans, T-shirts or tanks, and flip flops are a uniform for many ladies who love outfits with a casual look and maximum comfort. While this tried and true outfit combo is perfect for days when you want to feel comfy while running errands, taking your dog out for a stroll, or enjoying a lazy Sunday, it also tends to be ultra casual. For days when you still want to be comfortable but kick up the style factor a notch, try swapping out these wardrobe staples for the following options: Instead…

Beauty fanatics know that being a makeup and product enthusiast is about more than just looking good: Part of the fun is enjoying the experience and process of pampering yourself. For some ladies, working on a pretty mani is as calming as dabbling with watercolors. Others like to use body lotion for the fragrance first and to get smooth, moisturized skin second. If you count yourself among those who love the experience of the daily beauty routine, great! Here are a couple of ways you can make your routine even…

Mismatched arm parties. Mixed CDs you and your BFF used to trade in the early 2000s. Your plateful of food at an international buffet. If you love any or all of the aforementioned things because you share our belief that nothing beats an eclectic mishmash of different but equally awesome components, you’ll be sure to enjoy today’s roundup of our favorite recent blog discoveries. You’ll find a mixed bag of posts on everything from cooking to gardening, home decor, beautiful artwork, tales of work and play, and more. We hope…

Greetings, fashionistas! Today we wanted to highlight four stylin’ ladies with closets and jewelry organizers we not-so-secretly wish we could raid. Why, you ask? We’ll give you five reasons: Caroline’s fab chevron-print clutches, Stiene’s adorable bow-front skirt, Maria’s statement-making box locket, Mel’s lovely doily earrings, and Jennifer’s velvet platform sandals. Be sure to pay the wonderful blogs below a visit and see if you love these looks as much as we do!   Needle and Nest Design “Needle and Nest Design is the creative outlet for a stay-at-home mama/artist named…

When it comes to colors, white is quite possibly the most misunderstood. Much like how some people refrain from wearing white because they’d rather not deal with the hassle of keeping up with stains, others choose not to use white furniture in order to avoid any extra upkeep. If you love the elegant look of white but have avoided incorporating it into your home’s color palette for this very reason, don’t be afraid to give it a try. For an easy way to get started, try adding either of the…

Fall is truly the season of transition: It’s not quite cold enough to wear a wool coat or down jacket just yet, but a T-shirt or button-up alone just won’t cut it anymore. With the start of a new season only a few weeks away, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re fully stocked with layers that will carry you through chilly but not quite freezing weather. If you could use some fall-friendly outer layers, or if you could simply use some new pieces to round out your wardrobe,…

When it comes to decorating, one of the easiest ways to change the mood of your home is by switching up the color palette. You don’t have to do a massive overhaul and replace your furniture or repaint your walls to give your home a fresh new look. Instead, try focusing on the little things. If you’d like to give your home an ambiance adjustment, we’ll help you get started by setting a bright, cheerful tone in your kitchen or dining room. Here are a couple of things you can…