The Vintage Honey Teething Necklace

I've got to tell you guys about the greatest thing I've found in a while.
Teething necklaces! And I'm not talking about the ones you see all the babies wearing now (although, those are pretty great too) I'm talking about super cute ones that YOU get to wear, and your baby gets to chomp on, without worry of it breaking or scratching them.

The Vintage Honey Shop sent me a ridiculously cute necklace to test out, and I just LOVE it! First off they chose the perfect color for me, I'm not sure if they are mind readers or what, but it's exactly what I would've picked myself! It's a grey, cream and yellow damask... perfection.

After admiring the perfect print for a while, I tied it on and Sage instantly grabbed a hold and gave it a thorough inspection. He then chewed on it for a few minutes... it worked. He was chomping on something other than the straps of the carrier or my hair! Woot!

So, he liked it, which was important, but was I going to like wearing it? I already had on of those silicone teething necklaces, which I did like, but it was sometimes a pain to wear... literally, it would stick to my hair and that really isn't much fun. But, The Vintage Honey teething necklace ties on with a soft ribbon, so no hair pulling at all. Plus, because it tied on I could adjust the length to fit perfectly. I also really like how light weight it is. I hardly notice that I'm wearing it most of the time. (unless there is a 21 pound baby pulling at the other end of it)

The other great thing about the necklace is it doesn't necessarily look like a 'teething' necklace. I've had people tell me how cute my necklace is, and then a few minutes later (when Sage is chomping away) go 'OH! Is that made for him to chew?! That's so awesome!' So, I guess it could just be a necklace, but it's great that it's both!

Did I mention that they package it up so stinking cute?! I felt like I was opening a birthday present or something. This would be such a sweet thing to have sent to an expecting or new mom as a gift. It would make her day, and everyday after that, because she will probably wear it all the time!... I do!

So, if you are a mom, or know someone that is I highly recommend checking out The Vintage Honey Shop. They have tons of necklaces on their site, and some of them are even organic! Plus they make bracelets and nursing scarfs (which really you could wear anytime too) that are just as cute as the necklaces.

What I'm wearing: eShakti

These days dresses are the most comfortable thing in my closet.
Lucky for me the weather is cooperating nicely.
Unfortunately most of my dresses are now pretty much a shirt, thanks to this ever growing belly!

A few weeks ago I was given the amazing opportunity to try out a dress from eShakti. Any one I want!
So I perused their site and tried to keep in mind that my stomach is only getting bigger, and I want to wear it now AND after baby!

Pretty cute, right?! AND... it has pockets! Love it!

eShakti has some of the most fun dresses ever! Plus they come in all sizes AND are customizable!
Yeah, custom fit to YOU! They let you change the length, the sleeves, the pockets, you can even order some with or without embellishments! Pretty cool, especially for anyone who doesn't fit the 'normal' sizes.

I have my eye on a few things for after baby {when I have a waist again!} Like this dress...

or this skirt!

I love that skirt!

Oh, and did I mention that eShakti is offering you all 20% off right now!?! That means you can get two or more fun things, it'll be hard to pick just one anyway! Use promo code OHSONIFTY at checkout for your discount. Offer ends March 20th.

Have fun shopping!

Summer, I thought we still had a few more good weeks?

All week long I've been seeing everyone post about Fall, as I'm sitting in my shorts and tank top. All I kept thinking was 'Suckas! It's still Summer here!' Guess what, it's Fall! Yesterday out of nowhere the clouds, cold weather and RAIN came! RAIN! Now, I do LOVE Fall, but I was really looking forward to a little more Summer! I just barely felt like I had a nice tan going! {sigh} Well, the fun thing about that is I get to start bringing out my sweaters again! Layers, oh how I love thee! I re-organize my closet for the seasons, so I guess I better get on it! Here is some of my Fall wardrobe inspiration.

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LOVE this! Skirts and dresses are my favorite, so if I can wear them all year I'll be stoked. I usually opt for jeans because I'm a wimp and get too cold, but I don't think it gets quite as cold here as it did at our old place. =)

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Simple, warm and cute!

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I love scarves! I really love them! I have a ton, but it's not enough! I think I want to try and make one like this. I've been eying it for a while now!

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This is kind of an in-between-er. Maybe for a sunny Fall day!

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Do I even need to explain why this is so awesome?! If anyone knows where I can get that cardigan please let me know! I NEED it!

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So simple, and pretty.

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Dress + Sweater + Tights = Doing it!

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I'm not sure if I've mentioned before how I'm a sucker for a good trench or pea coat. I have a collection of them, and love every one! They are a simple classic, and you instantly look polished in one!

Okay, last one...

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Sweater, shorts and tights. I haven't tried this combo yet {although I've been tempted} but, I think I might go for it this year.

What do you think of the shorts and tights look?

closet organizing 101

The closet...
we love it, and loath it.
I have always been one to organize my closet and once a year pull out a few things I could live without.
This time it's different. We moved into a tiny house with tiny closets.  My closet here is at LEAST half the size of my old closet {which was filled to the brim}.  So, I had to do some serious re-thinking when it came to my clothes and how to store them.  I thought I'd share my organizing tips with you, since we could always use more space for our clothes!

1) Purge! Yup, get rid of it!
If you haven't worn it in a while...it's gone.
If it makes you feel uncomfortable... it's gone.
If you've been saying 'I just need to take it in here, or add something here' for a year... gone!
When you really think about it if you aren't using it, it's just taking up space!

2) PURGE! You know you didn't get rid of everything you don't use! Get critical! Simplify!

3) Sort. I like to sort my clothes by purpose... tanks, tee's, sweaters.
Then I color block them. To some this might be too much, but if you are looking for a black tank and they are all together, how nice would that be?!

4) Fold it.  I know it's nice to have everything hung up nice and orderly, but you might not have that option. I don't.  So, I folded up all my pants, sweaters and long-sleeve shirts and stacked them nicely.  It saves a TON of hanging space, and you can still see what is there.

5) Keep it where you can see it.  Are you really going to wear something if it's shoved in the back of your closet or in the bottom of a bin? NO. So show it off! Think about your shoes: you could have them in bins {or worse in a pile} or have them lined up beautifully on a shoe rack where you can see each one.

6) Use all of your space. Need more room? Go high! Most people don't use their whole space. Add another shelf, or an extra clothes rail. Don't let whats already there limit you.

7) Use hooks, boxes and organizers.  There are so many great products out there to help you organize your clothes. Some of my favorites are:

This scarf hanger from IKEA

This set of boxes to organize your drawers IKEA

Expanding shoe rack The Container Store

8) Light your space.  This is probably the one thing that will make your life so much easier. Add a light in your closet. It doesn't have to be fancy or big, but it does wonders! I added a plug-in under cabinet light above my closet door and it lights everything! No more squinting and pulling out something then realizing it's not what you thought.

 Well, I hope that helped. Heres a peek at my very full, but organized, tiny closet:

And yes, I do have a curtain over my closet, it had no doors!

Have fun getting organized! It feels great!

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Wishing for sundress weather

We have had ridiculously nice weather all winter, and now it's rainy and cold!
I want to wear my cute sundresses dang it!
So, since I can't really wear them yet I'll just drool over some on pinterest!

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ooohhh, and skirts too!

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I actually bought a maxi skirt just like that one and LOVE it!

Well, are you itching for warm weather now too?!
It''l be here soon... I hope!

yeah, I made that... nbd

I am so excited right now!  I just FINISHED my first actual crochet project!

I know, I know, I'm a nerd, but I'm still excited!  It looks pretty good, not all wonky like my previous attempts at crocheting!  See:

I got the pattern from this great yourube video:

Now I want to do more!  I think I may be in need of a new scarf!

Polyvore... a new addiction in the making!

I have come across a new {and probably addicting} site today thanks to Melissa over at Pineapple Lilly... it's called Polyvore!  Have you heard of it?  It reminds me a little of paper dolls, but for us big girls of course.  I just played around for a minute and created a 'if I actually had somewhere nice to go for Christmas' outfit.

a girl can dream right.

So, if you feel like making one of your own go check it out.

They're back! (boots that is)

Yesterday I wore boots for the first time this season.  I was so excited about this that I reached into the depths of my closet today and pulled out all of my boots! (and then took pictures of them) to share of course.  I realized two things today: 1- I really love boots  2- All of my boots are pretty neutral.  I think I might need to find a fun new pair this year!  So, here is a glimpse into my shoe obsession.

Second hand (but brand new) FRYE boots

also second hand (but brand new) Banana Republic

Kennith Cole

my idea of a Paris souvenir

I have had these forever

I'm pretty sure these are from Target

Any great ideas on a new addition to the collection?

Flower Hair Accessory Tutorial

I FINISHED!!!  Yay!

These actually were pretty quick and easy once I figured out how to make them, so I thought I'd create a tutorial to share!

This all started with a trip to a local bridal boutique, shopping for my friends wedding dress, and our bridesmaid dresses.  When she went to try on veils we found that even a really simple veil was about $200! So, I told her I would be happy to make her veil for her (I made mine and it was pretty easy).  Then when we looked at hair pieces for us bridesmaids they were pretty pricey too.  So I thought (out loud) I could make those... and so, I made those. ;)  It worked out nicely, she got the EXACT color that she wanted, and I made all eleven for the price of one from the store!

So, here it goes, my first full tutorial. Sorry for the not so awesome pictures.

First of all here is what you are going to need:

Flowers or Flower petals

Felt

Tulle

Feathers (I chose two kinds)

Rhinestones

Hair clips or combs

Hot glue

Scissors

I also used a rotary blade and mat, but that's optional

The first thing I did was cut my tulle into 6 inch squares. I did so with my rotary blade, but scissors work just fine.  You will need two squares for each hairpiece you are making.  I made 11 so I needed 22.

Then I cut all my felt pieces.  I made them all hearts.  Why? Why not!  I could have just made a circle, but this was more fun!

Now comes the fun part!  If you have pre-made flowers then this is an easy step for you, just glue your flower to the felt!  If you are using petals like I am (we could not find a single hot pink flower) Then follow along.

Take your first petal add a dot of hot glue on the base and center it on your felt.

Now continue until you have a full flower.  Tip: flowers usually have an odd number of petals, so try to do 5 or 7 if you can.  I did 7 each.

Now that your flower is done it's time to add the tulle!  I took my two 6 inch squares and laid them on one another like this:

Then I pinched the center and twisted it up like this:

That's what give it that nice wavy texture.  Then apply hot glue on the twist and apply it to the center of your flower.  When I did this I found it was easier if I stuck a pin in the twist to help hold it while I glued.

Pull open the tulle to the way you want while the glue is still hot.  Also, if you used a pin pull it out now too.  Press down on your center to get it as flat as possible.  Warning: YOU WILL GET HOT GLUE ON YOUR FINGERS!  If you want to avoid this use the back of a pen or something for this step.

Now it is time for FEATHERS!  I found these feathers on a band at Michaels.  I thought they were neat because some of them have little seed beads up the quill.  Anyways, I played around with the amount I wanted to use, and decided on 4 or 5, so I cut a small section and trimmed the end a bit.

After I played around with the placement I glued them to the center of the flower.  Now it looks like this.

I wanted a little more body in there, so next I added a 'fluffy' feather the same as the others.

Now for a little SPARKLE!  I used simple and inexpensive rhinestones for the centers.  They give a nice sparkle, and hide all the ugliness in the center. When you apply the rhinestones make sure to apply the hot glue to the center of the flower, and then place the rhinestone on top.  When I tried to apply the glue straight to the rhinestone it 'melted' a piece of the reflective backing off and ruined it.

Almost done!  Flip your flower over so it is face down.

See, the heart is super cute!  ;)  Even though you will never really see it, its there.

Now to add you clip.  Make sure it is facing the right direction so when you put it in your hair it's not upside-down.  Add a dab of hot glue where the base of your clip should be and attach.

And Voila! You are done!

Just to give you an idea of how big they are and how they actually look in your hair.

All eleven of them!  Yup, she has a lot of friends!  Love you Steph!