Christmas Morning
Christmas Eve I had our annual gift exchange with girlfriends (14 years going strong!) and it was so special. We spent the rest of the day and into the evening at my parents, playing, swimming, cooking. Christmas morning was pure magic. I loved Tucks reaction to seeing his real police motorcycle that santa brought him! […]
Thank you + reader survey
{photo by shannon kirsten} Before I sign off for the rest of the week, I was hoping y’all would help me with a reader survey. I am so grateful for anyone who pops on here to read, and can’t believe it when I get emails from people who have been reading since the beginning. […]
our bubbas in their christmas pajamas
{pajamas are The Beaufort Bonnet Company and Petite Plume} I wanted to share all about my birthday weekend! I have a post about 33 things I’ve learned in my 33 years… but felt like sharing these sweet pics I’ve been storing up over the last couple weeks. I’ve been trying to get as many pajama […]
Christmas Wrapping with Blues
I love wrapping. It’s like ahhhh, hallelujah, the hard work is done and now I can have fun making their treat pretty. Below are some of the items I used to wrap up our presents (thank God for Shannon Kirsten and Sugar Paper for target!), and of course, those gorgeous Dixie Design tags sure make for the […]
the second weekend in december
both boys are in coordinating busy bees c/o – love this new to me brand! The quality is amazing and they have some adorable Holiday tartan outfits. wes and his after nap hair!! so fuzzy I told tuck this is a policeman sweater… to get him out of wearing his costume everywhere! lol. I […]
Getting those treasured photos in Frames with Framebridge
{my top is jcrew and I have worn it so much since thanksgiving!} Last year I needed to get some original art work framed, and armed with a coupon for 90% off, I went to Michaels thinking I was going to get an amazing deal. Upon picking out the mat, and frame – both pretty […]
Holiday Party
Heather made this print that I put up in JB’s office using Framebridge. He always gets asked about it from clients. I thought making magnets would be a good little favor for them and a way to take the print home. And of course, Dixie Design gift tags add the perfect touch. {blue taper […]
Gift Guide for Men
Corkcicle Tumbler – My sister gave JB this last year and he actually prefers it to the yeti one he won in a golf tournament. He says it keeps things hotter for longer. He could care less if things are cool ever. I am the opposite! I only care about the cool. Yeti cooler – People that […]
Christmas Pajamas!
1 &2 &3 &4 Hanna Anderson fitted one piece holiday print — long john set in the cutest print — knitted slippers — striped green long johns 5 &6 Petite Plume Holiday collection is beautiful as always. I can’t say enough about how well these wash!! They also have an adult collection to match your littles. You can get 25% off with […]
first weekend in december
such a fun weekend! We loved Christmas in the Park at Palmetto Historical Park. It was adorable! Though I’m sure everyone up north has to be laughing at our attempt of sledding. (: I took Tuck and Wes to the police station and Tuck could not believe his luck. My friend is now the asst […]
friday faves
jill stuart dress via RTR unlimited // these steve madden shoes are surprisingly comfortable for how high of a heel they have // sunglasses are karen walker super duper c/o ditto – you can get a free month with code SARAHTUCKERevery time anyone says “SUPER WES” he sticks his arms out and runs like this. It’s […]
Christmas home tour
How about a little Christmas home tour?? Growing up my mom decked our halls out. She still does! I love it. I especially loved having my own little tree to light up every morning in my room. While I haven’t given the boys trees in their rooms yet, I’ve been working hard to make sure they know, […]
Christmas Gift Ideas for babies and toddlers
{heirloom personalized rattle //personalized silver brush and comb set // clutching toy // bitty ballerina book // hug a bible // janod duck stacker // narwhal stuffed animal // soft princess castle set // stuffed swan // montessorri busy board // joovy walker // janod alphabet puzzle // jojo maman bebe walker // bright baby books //alligator walker and activity center […]
Small Business Saturday Favorites
{wearing camilyn beth gogo in navy (on sale) and tuck and wes have on Bella Bliss – photo by Shannon Kirsten } Small Business Saturday favorites: SS Print Shop – 40% off with code HOLIDAY16 Camilyn Beth – save up to 30% ! Shannon Kirsten – 20% off everything with code THANKFUL20 Design Darling: 20% […]
Black Friday deals
In past years I have had most of my Christmas shopping done by now, but this year I have been waiting on some good sales. Here are some of my favorite black friday sales most of which are extended through the weekend:: Anthropologie – 30% off everything. JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to […]
Lately
this is the first year we haven’t waited until after Thanksgiving to pick a tree. I don’t regret it one bit. We have family coming over on Friday so I wanted to kick off Christmas that way… or at least that’s what I’m telling myself. It’s all just so magical and I want to stretch […]
Gift Guide for her
Navy french ticking for her (and him!) from Petite Plume $88 bow slippers from one kings lane $19 Lake Pajamas $78 herbivore rose spray $16 pottery barn pom knitted throw $39 clarisonic mia $129 herbivore calm bath soak $18 plum pretty sugar $45 gingham flannel pants from J.crew $49 with 40% code HOLIDAY tarte exfoliating cleanser $49 […]
Holiday Gift Guide with The Mall at The University Town Center
Photos taken by Shannon Kirsten for The Mall at The University Town Center Nicholas Trobiano and I put together a holiday gift guide for The Mall at The University Town Center. We’ve got tons of ideas from your dad to your coworker. You can check out the gift guide here. And/or you can enter to win $1000 gift […]
with a thankful heart
via shannon kirsten This time of year I’m reminded to keep up my running gratitude list. Here are a few of the things I’m grateful for at the moment… Sunshine on my face. The weather lately. The ages of both of my boys right now. Hearing Tuck, over play-doh with Wes, say “I like you Wes-ah-ley” […]
Holiday Decor under $100
Some holiday decor, I’m loving right now, all under $100: wreaths: JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. ornaments: JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. decor: {affiliate links are used in this post}
Blue & White Christmas Inspiration
{dixie design blue toile crest invitation //blue delft porcelain hearts // blue mongrammed linen napkins via etsy // blue bar cart via the pink clutch // blue wrapping paper // christmas tree in a champagne bucket via eleven gables// source for silver napkin ring on blue plate } We are working on getting the house ready for a Christmas party that will […]
In Print! Southern Weddings
A few more pictures of our home from Southern Weddings V9 out on newsstands now. It was such an honor to share a bit of my heart on our home. Our home is filled with imperfections, and that’s kinda what makes me love it so much. It’s been lived in hard and loved along the […]
Santa made it to Sarasota
{both boys have on all Bella bliss with the exception of gap jeans on tuck, his Macalister boots, and janie and jack shoes on Wesley} Yesterday we had so much fun welcoming Santa to Sarasota at the University Town Center with music, face painting, cookies, and cocoa. They have an interactive experience for the kids that […]
Thanksgiving decor transitioning to Christmas
I can’t go full on Christmas juuuust yet. I want to! But Thanksgiving really is one of my favorite holidays, and I want to savor that. So this is a little “soft decorating” for Thanksgiving that will also transition into Christmas. But hey I don’t know if that gigantic golden laurel above the fireplace is ever […]
