new haircut!

did this on a whim today…. it was time for a change!

when I grow up

I love to daydream about the house I will have when I grow up. Technically, I guess I am a grown up already, but very often I don’t feel like one. Not a real grown up anyways. I’m simply a pretend one at the moment.

When I do have a house someday I want to have open shelves. They look so country chic and what a perfect way to display all of my colorful pots, pans, and bowls!!

Here are some examples of open shelves I LOVE:

via stagetecture

via shop shack site

via love living small

via manolohome

via your decorating hotline

via goodhousekeeping

iomoi

Do you know about iomoi? Oh my heavens, do I love iomoi. I am actually quite surprised I haven’t told you about it yet. It’s just one of my favorites. This is such a wonderful place for all things monogrammed. Terrific for gifts for loved ones, and even yourself on occasion! I love their address labels most– have bought them for friends, and even have a pattern of my own.

“iomoi is the go-to destination for your lifestyle: for you and for your gifting needs. A luxury, lifestyle brand, iomoi is defined by a timeless aesthetic with a modern twist and a wink.”

Here are some other really nice gift ideas (for a friend, or for yourself!):

super fun coasters

golf balls!

adorable matchboxes

custom stationary

pretty, pretty scarves

canvas pillows

and my personal favorite, personalized address labels

…I mean really, the possibilities are endless. And adorable!!

spring rewards are HERE!

I happily came home this afternoon to my spring rewards card from j.crew! GLEEE!!!

It’s been awhile since I’ve been to the store. The high waisted shorts pictured above are certainly a new fashion piece for 2011, but I think I am more partial to the fun orange skirt. It’s more me for sure. I wonder what will strike my fancy when I skitter over there to claim my prize. I can’t even wait to find out!