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• Sweet repurposing of a childhood desk (from Cynthia's Cottage Design) Perfect for a smaller kitchen
• Very clever (and simple!) earring holder
• I have been enamored with this look ever since I pinned it.  I found, not similar exactly but close, a necklace at F21 that I wore on Christmas with a white button down shirt.  Here are few other ideas (gotta love F21 for the inexpensive costume jewelry).  The one I bought (except mine was in aqua), another flower one, a sparkly, pearly one, love this one with the pale blue stones and finally, just full on sparkle.
• Another use for washi tape
• How cute would it be to do this for Valentine's Day (or maybe someone's birthday)

Did everyone survive the holidays?  I had a hard time getting into Christmas this year just because my routine and surroundings are so different this time around.  I'm looking forward to being in our new home (where ever that may be!) next year and getting back my festive mojo.

I think 2013 is going to be a good year.  It just feels like it is.  I had to laugh, looking back at last year's New Year post and my To Do list for the year.  Did I travel out of the country?  No.  Did I learn a new language?  No.  Did I open an online shop?  No (I did get one set up – just need to stock it…).  Did I go on a monthly drive, exploring California?  Sort of.  We have been doing a lot of exploring – most of it at the end of the year.  I did organize my linens – right into storage!  Disneyland will have to wait, as will a new camera.

One thing I did do – that I am very proud of – is lose 45 pounds. So I surpassed my 30 pound goal.  I am making exercise a priority too.  I'll dedicate a blog post to how I accomplished that.  

Everyone have a splendid weekend and a fabulous New Year's celebration.  Thanks for sticking with me this weird, unsettled year.  Here is to next year and all it has to offer!

 

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• Lovely vintage look book plates.  For your own library or maybe as a gift for your favorite reader
• From the Lovely Cupboard:  Avocado Hummus (avocados and white beans!  Two of my favorite ingredients)
• I think these would be perfect for a New Year's Eve party:  Sequin Cocktail Glass Collars
• House hunting has stalled a bit, due to the holidays.  In the meantime I'm pinning away ideas.  It's amazing how your likes or taste really comes into focus when you step back and look at what you have pinned.  A few of my home related Pinterest boards:  Houses ❤ Garden and Outdoor Spaces ❤ Decorating Ideas ❤ Kitchens

I *think* my Christmas shopping is done.  I need to take inventory today and I really really really need to get going on my wrapping.  This weekend will be spent making treats to share with my family (in lieu of gifts).  

I hope everyone has a splendid weekend and that you find time to relax amidst all the last minute chores.  

 

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• In time for your last minute (!) wrapping – tags from Brooklyn Limestone
• On my book wishlist:  Locally Grown: Portraits of Artisenal Farms
• Another book on my wishlist – only I have to write it myself
• For the Jadeite collector – a desk set (I think it would make for a great vanity set too – the cup for makeup brushes or pencils and the lidded container for hair pins or ties)
• Glitter tape!!  My life is complete!

This week just flew by, didn't it?  Probably because Christmas is hurtling towards us.  I have made some progress with my shopping but I am definitely not out of the panic mode.  I hope to make a sizable dent this weekend (me and about a bajillion other shoppers…).  

I hope everyone has a splendid weekend and that we all find a few minutes to relax.