Etsy Loving: Black & White & Green All Over

Hi there darlings, 

I'm black and white and green all over today with very favorite Etsy finds & a couple of cuties from my shop as well.  With spring (and St. Patty's Day for that matter) right around ye olde corner, I was kind of on a green/nature inspired kick here:

Foxhole Print Shop

With a name like Foxhole Print Shop, I couldn't help but just be drawn to Nicole's quirky, sweet, and cool shop of inky illustrations.  She was so very kind to send me her Dapper Dandy Dude below who is now gracing the wall in my living room, sweetly watching over my piano corner as I play.  If you are in the market for some wall whimsies yourself, I would highly recommend taking a hop on over to her shop.  Not only are her prices very reasonable, but her illustrations are full of cool detail and seriously as cute as they come.  Oh and Nicole is an absolute sweetheart as well!

Dapper Dandy Print

Just Keep Going Mountains Print // Roam Free Buffalo Print

Sally Jane Vintage, Quiero June, 
and My Paper Plane (my fellow Flock Together gal, Lisa's shop)

Colorblock Skirt // Green T-Straps // Fuchite Mineral Green Rock Necklace

 AllyHoot Vintage:

The Minty Julep Dress // Easy Being Green Coat // The Shamrock Sweetie Dress

Anybody having a hankering for a shamrock shake now?  I surely am?

Wishing you one fine weekend darlings!

Love Bunches, 

Mad About Monthly - May Edition

Oh, you know, just a couple of things that have tickled my fancy this month...

Floral Chambray Playsuit

Becky M Shoes

A Hint of Mint One Piece 

Georgia Nautical Camera Bag

Flower Button Collar Clips

That's just about all for now darlings.  It's Friday and I'm feeling  in the mood for some mango salad, raspberry lemonade,  and a tv show marathon of some sorts.  Wishing you plenty of sunshine and lots of R&R.  Catch up with you soon!

Love Bunches,  

Mad About Monthly - February Edition

Now that February is coming to an end, here's a little ol' list of everything I has caught my eye this month.  

Deer Print Dress

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Oh us bloggers, we do love our critter printed clothing, don't we?  I would be more than happy if this little fawn found her way to my wardrobe :-)

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Pretty Pastel Flats

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I'm head over flats in love with these candy-coated looking shoes.  Don't they remind you of those pastel coated chocolate Easter egg candies?  So sweet!

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Slightly Smitten Kitten Fabric Covered Light Plates

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How cute are each and every one of these light switch plates?  They could add a little pizazz to any old wall.  Just give me them all already!

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Hattitude Jewels

1. Three Flower Petal Garden Necklace 2. Tinsel Dust  3. Timeless

Shop owner Hattie, creates charming, dainty, and feminine jewelry pieces using vintage and recycled materials.  Who doesn't love wearing something that is not only environmentally conscious but is also one of a kind?  Better yet, Hattie is not only one of my current sponsors, but she is an absolute sweetheart and gem of a gal (no pun intended).

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Strawberry Shoulder Bag

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Perhaps I'm jumping the gun on this because summer is still far off, but I just can't help but love this delicious little strawberry bag.  Isn't it adorable?  It's an ode to my favorite season ever - bring on the summer, bring on the strawberry pie!

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Moon Collar Clips                                                         

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I'd say these moon collar clips are out of this world.  Wouldn't they look lovely on a vintage cardi?

Well that's about all for now darlings!  My afternoon is filled with plenty of coffee and some practice time on the uke.  How about yours?

Love Bunches,

Mad About Monthly - January

Though I'm a day late - here are all the pretties I have been smitten with this past month...

This colorful bunting necklace.  (Here)

Chloe's styling of this Elk sweater (Here) -

Cute printed cardis just like these.  (Here and Here)

Yuzu and Cocoa Bubble Bar - oh my goodness - chocolate plus orange, the smell is heavenly.  (Here)

This circle shelf by Bride & Wolfe.  Actually, I'll take the whole living room, please. (Here)

This girl scout dress (HERE).  Cookie time is here again.  Samoas and Thin Mints anyone?
(thanks to Elana, who initially posted this dress in her favorites (HERE).

Happiest weekend darlings!  I'm heading back home to celebrate my mom's and sister's birthdays.  It shall be a lovely time.  Anything special on your agenda?

Love Bunches, 

Friday Favorites // October Edition

Hello again, 

It's the end of the month, so I am back with my Friday Favorites along with a couple of my lovely sponsors and all the things that have put that little sparkle in our eyes for the month of October.

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Uh these fawn and mushroom print tights...I don't think I need to explain.  Can I just tell you how bad I would love a pair of these in my drawer of tights?

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Keeping with the animal theme, because we all love cute little critters, don't we?  I just adore this little fox pullover.  What I would give to stumble across a similar one of these at the thrift store.  Until then, this little number will be keeping me quite dreamy-eyed.

   

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Ok, so I know we've seen a ton of Alice in Wonderland inspired costumes and even clothing in the past couple years, but this little gal's Alice number just tugged at my heartstrings and I couldn't help but just totally be thrown into swoon-mode by it.  If I ever have a little girl of my own, this homemade costume will be on the top of my list for her.  Cute, cute, cute.

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Every year for Halloween my grandparents would buy loads of Halloween candy, then my dear grandfather would sit at the dining room table and make little baggies of it for all the trick-or-treaters that would come by.  I always thought it was pretty cool that he gave out quite the assortment of Hershey minis, sweet tarts, mini snickers and so on, unlike the other houses which only gave out one kind.  Year after year, I would sit with him and help him make the baggies, so naturally stumbling across this creative way of making them got me all kinds of excited and brought back many sweet memories.  

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Lauren // Old Red Boots:

Lately I have been loving anything with pumpkin, especially this recipe http://www.marthastewart.com/344826/pumpkin-whoopie-pies-with-cream-cheese-f

I made these whoopie pies last weekend and they were out of this world. I even roasted the pumpkin from scratch. (patting myself on the back). Pumpkins are what fall is all about

Best,

Lauren

www.oldredboots.com

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Autumn // The Busy Bee

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I am loving these vintage plates with anatomical skulls fired onto them. They would be awesome to use for your seasonal place settings on your dining table or for a Halloween themed dinner party! I think its such a neat idea! Why didn't I think of that?!

Autumn

The Busy Bee

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Thanks for reading along with us today.  What are some things that are currently tickling your fancy?  Happy Friday Darlings!

Love Bunches, 

Friday Favorites // September Edition

Hello there darlings!

I'm back with my friday favorites along with a few of my sponsor gals to celebrate everything we are adoring in the month of September.  Can you seriously believe that we are at the end of this month?  I am just baffled by how quick September has passed us by.  Now I'm looking forward to really enjoying October and halloween and everything else these autumn months have to offer.  But before I do, this is what I currently am hearting:

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As the biggest sucker for a good hair accessory, I simply cannot resist these colorful fascinators with birdcages from Sunshine and Carousels.  One in every color please.  What gal doesn't love to wear something fun & extra fancy-schmancy on her head?  I know I certainly do!

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And to go with the fancy pants fascinator?  Fancy pants gold shoes, of course!  The big bows on these ones have me hook, line, and sinker.  

(Here)

So on a different note - a note of chocolate and cinnamon that is, I am really digging this organic pu-erh tea by Numi.  It's a fermented tea accented with cacao nibs, vanilla beans, cinnamon, orange peel, and nutmeg.  It's truly decadence in a cup - and tastes like Pfefferkuchen (a German chocolate gingerbread).  I would recommend it to anyone who adores tea and/or is looking for something to help manage their weight.  This stuff not only works but also has numerous other health benefits.  So drink up darling!

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Mary-Morgan // The Muffington Post

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I am loving this apron I found! I love Harry Potter and I love baking so it is perfect in my eyes! I also found a new favorite blog and she has an Etsy shop where you can buy these!!

Her Etsy // Her Blog

~ Mary-Morgan

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Hattie // Hattitude Style Blog

How amazing is this music video by Paper Kites? I'm really diggin' them. It's so beautiful. I just love it. I'm currently swooning over all their videos and songs. I wish they would do a North American tour. Perhaps with their new album their in the process of releasing, they'll make it up here from down under.  You can follow along my style blog by clicking here. Or check out my online shop for the gal who loves vintage and jewelry. 

~Hattie

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Jacqueline // The Sweetness

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Lately I find myself going over to Supayana's Etsy store on almost a daily basis  to drool over her beautiful dress creations. All of her dresses are gorgeous, but my favorite, hands down, is this darling fox print dress. The A-line shape, darling fabric, length, colors = the perfect fall dress in my opinion!

~ Jacqueline

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There you have it my friends.  It's rainy as all get out here, so my kayaking plans are quickly being flushed down the tubes, but I'm thinking a nice hot cup of tea and an old movie might be the perfecto remedy to chase away this rainy day.

Talk soon!

Love Bunches, 

Friday Favorites // August Edition

Hello, hello, 

I'm back again along with several of my lovely sponsors with our end of the month friday favorites.  Can you even believe autumn is almost here?  Where on earth did this summer vanish to?  It's hard to believe I walked outside yesterday to fifty something degree weather - even more nuts is seeing the clump of red leaves on one of our trees.  Now let's break out the pumpkin pie and party!

Have the most loverly weekend darlings!

Love bunches, 

Marisa

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With autumn just around the corner, I couldn't help but adore this cozy looking sweater.  The sailboat and anchor knit has me smitten.

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So, I may have to really save up for these babies (or beg for them as a birthday gift), but aren't they just darling?  Who can resist wearing roses on your toeses?  

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I'm really obsessed with this line of handcrafted soaps by Emma's Friends, so much that we used them as favors for my sister's bridal shower.  The Pumpkin a la Creme scent is made with real pumpkin puree and coffee and is oh so perfect for fall.  The story behind the company is incredibly heartwarming as well.  

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Mary Morgan - The Muffington Post

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At the moment I am currently loving velvet! In dress form, cape form, pillow form, shoe form, drape from, cake form, word form. Velvet is it. Like this coat with velvet buttons and pockets!

Mary-Morgan, The Muffington Post

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Hannah, The Braided Bandit

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I am absolutely in love with this kitty-printed dress from the lovely Yana of the Etsy shop Supayana.  It is no secret that I am a cat lover, and the print, the cut, and the beautiful collar on this dress are perfection to me!  I would love pairing it with a cozy knit scarf, tights, and, of course, a pair of kitten heels for the upcoming cooler months!

Hannah, The Braided Bandit 

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