Etsy:

I've been a busy bee lately trying to get my Etsy shop off the ground. Im really excited about this undertaking, as it is something I've wanted to do for a long time! I've been busy shopping for materials, shooting the products and finalizing designs! With a full time job, that means many late nights and busy weekends! It should hopefully be up and running soon. Here is a sneak peak of some products that will be available. I hope you visit back soon!

Summertime:

So Summer officially hit Miami about two months ago and already the heat is unbearable. I recently fell in love with this adorable outfit from Tory Burch, but let's face it, only a few can afford the whopping price of these three little pieces, just for a short visit to the beach. It's great that the pieces are such staples you can pretty much find look alike pieces anywhere, for a fraction of the price.

{Tory Burch outfit available on her website &

alternatives all found via Old Navy}

Mercier's:

Have you ever had one of those days when you just want the day to be over already? And then out of nowhere someone does something that makes it all better? I was having of those days on Friday. Then I received a call from a good friend, who wanted to stop by and visit me at work. Upon arriving at my office he handed me a most prized little package - - a box containing Apple Pies and Fritters from Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge, GA. I absolutely love this place, not only can you get a variety of apples, but you can pick fresh cherries, get homemade jams and ice cream, and a ton of other delicious treats! Sometimes the best gifts do come in small packages!

Father's Day:

Father's day is around the corner--which means I better hurry up and get myself to a mall to purchase a gift for my Dad! Thank goodness Paper Crave has come to the rescue with these adorable DIY shirt and tie gift boxes! Check out Paper Crave's website for "how to" instructions and to download the template!

{All images from Paper Crave}

It's a Free Party:

Last week's baby shower game really inspired me to design a mini party kit to match. Believe it or not, I'm actually surrounded by quite a few soon-to-be moms. I figured I'd design something since I might get recruited for design/party planning ideas! These are just a few items I came up with, but the possibilities are endless.

 

1. Download Invitation

2. Download Tags

3. Download rings for napkins or water bottles

4. Download Game

Baby Shower:

I thought it would be fun to stick to this baby theme. I designed this printer friendly Baby Shower Game. It's unisex, so it can be used for either a boy or a girl shower. This was actually a game that was played at my bridal shower, but I redesigned it for a baby. Download the free printable here. It will fit to any standard 8.5" x 11" sheet of paper.

Baby Chic:

Sometimes I wonder why it's not very common to find stylish and simple baby bedding. For the record, I'm not pregnant, but I have been to plenty of baby showers to know what's available out there. Thank goodness though, there are a few places that are catching up with those stylish moms and providing chic alternatives to bears and butterflies! Here are some dreamy nurseries that could be fitting for either a boy or a girl. They're a little pricey, but it's nice to daydream!

{ Restoration Hardware}

 

 {Amari baby bedding from Posh Tots}

{Lapis Lullaby from Posh Tots}

Tranquility:

My thoughts are still on the tranquil landscapes of Blue Ridge, Georgia. Here are some photos of my recent trip to help get your mind to a serene place. Have a peaceful weekend!

Imogen Heap:

Im exhausted this morning, but it was all worth it. My best friend gave me and my hubby tickets to last night's Imogen Heap concert, and I'm still humming the songs in my head. I'm a person who is obsessed with music, and I've liked a few of her songs, but it was such an experience to witness her music live. It's something I just can't put into words. She also tried something that I've never seen anyone else do before. In an attempt to raise money for local charities, she composed a new song during the show,  taking suggestions from the audience. After a little five minute chit chat session, she got to work playing with chords and rhythmns, to make a composition truly unique to last night's setlist. She's done this at every stop on her Ellipse Tour . In a couple of days the song will be available for purchase on her website. It's still not too late to catch her at another North American stop. You wont be disappointed.

Peach Sangria:

Funny how it only took a mere thirty minutes to snap me out of my vacation glow this morning. Miami traffic (and getting back to work) will do that to you! I had to share this yummy recipe that I tested out this weekend while on vacation in Blue Ridge, Georgia. I was enjoying some quiet time, reading an issue of Southern Living, and stumbled on a Peach Sangria recipe. We ate at restaurants most of the time, but we decided to stay in and make tapas for dinner one night. Unfortunately, I didnt have time to snap a picture of my finished creation (or of our tapas buffet) due to some anxious and hungry friends who emptied the pitcher faster than I could refill it!

{Peach Sangria Recipe courtesy of Southern Living Magazine}