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Work Out Clothes For Her

Today is officially the end of the second work week of 2015. How are you holding up so far? I hope you are feeling amazing! I have high hopes for this year and I am taking advantage of every day. Can you believe we are on the ninth day of 2015? I do! I am enjoying myself but I am also working working working. I also took a look at my workout clothes and decided they needed revamping. There’s nothing like a cute new top to motivate you to get your butt out of bed and go jogging. Here are some of the cute goodies I found.

Zella Live in 2 Capris

My absolute favorite workout pants are the Zella Live in Capris but I was getting tired of always wearing black capri pants. I’m so happy to see they released the same pants with a dotted pattern. They are adorable, comfortable and practical.

Finding the perfect pair of workout pants is not as easy as you’d think. Some leggings are not comfortable. Others are made of thin fabric causing them to stick to your legs showing every little imperfection. Sometimes pants are tight in weird places giving your body a weird overall shape, making things bulge where they are not supposed to. Others are see through and you only realize until you’re in some awkward pose in the middle of your pilates class that everyone can see your underwear. It has taken me years to find the perfect pants that shape my body the way I like it and are tight in all the right places. You might be thinking, “Hey lady just wear whatever. You’re going to go sweat.” That might work for some people but I personally do not feel like working out when the pants I’m wearing make me feel like an improperly stuffed sausage. So if any of you are picky like me. I recommend these Zella pants.

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January 9, 2015 by
Gifts

Shop Valentine’s Dresses from ASOS sale + discount code

ASOS is having an enormous sale with up to 70% off and I spotted a bunch of adorable dresses that would make a perfect outfit for Valentine’s Day. I realized I had 12 dresses in my shopping cart and I wasn’t even through half of the 26 pages of dresses they have on sale. To top it all off, you can get an additional 10% OFF with discount code: GIMME10. The code expires 3 AM EST January 12, 2015.

Jacquard Prom Dress

Jacquard fabric dress with fully lined interior, inner gripper tape, and zip back fastening.

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January 8, 2015 by
Dressing Up, Gifts

The Utility Fashion Trend

Part of my daily routine is to sift through all of the new arrivals for major fashion websites. I had been noticing a rise in “mechanic jumpsuity” looking items and I was thinking to myself… I like this trend. I always loved wearing dickies pants to my roller hockey practices. They were comfortable and practical; and there was definitely a look to it – a tight tank top with baggy dickies pants and skates. It looked cool. Anyhoo, I was glad to stumble upon ASOS’ newsletter announcing the Utility trend (that definitely sounds more chic that mechanic jumpsuity). Below is a round up of my top picks from the latest Utility trend.

Diesel Biker Jumpsuit

Stretch cotton denim with V-neckline, zip through front and side zip pockets. This jumper has a skinny fit – cut closely to the body.

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January 8, 2015 by
Gifts

Valentines: I Heart the S**t Out Of You

Valentine’s Day is a little more than a month away and I am in high energy, resolution-committed mode around here. So I decided to get a head start on my Valentine’s preparations. I’ve been looking online for inspiration and I stumbled upon the I love the shit outta you line of cards, banners and chocolate boxes. I think they are hilarious and heart felt – the perfect combination to a fantastic Valentine’s Day. How about you guys? Have any of you started thinking/planning for Valentine’s? What kind of ideas do you have in mind? :)

I Heart You Party Banner

Love out loud with this glittery party banner with a lovely message. Ready for hanging!

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January 7, 2015 by
Gifts

Heart Sparklers & Other Party Cuteness

Heart sparklers? I didn’t know they existed but I want to have a party just to play with them! I collected the adorable party decorations from Shop Ruche. They really know how to keep it adorable and classy. These decorations would also be perfect for Valentine’s Day – in case you like to prepare early.

Hearts A Plenty Cake Bunting

Add a touch of charm to your cakes with this adorable felt and bamboo bunting featuring deep pink and purple hearts strung by a ribboned piece of twine. Secured by miniature clothespins, this bunting is reusable and perfect for anniversaries, weddings, or birthdays.

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January 6, 2015 by
Gifts

Fun Party Games

Looking for a gift for someone who likes to involve everyone at a get together? Getting a party game is the solution! I have rounded up some of the most entertaining party and/or table top games below:

Cards Against Humanity

Cards Against Humanity is a party game for horrible people. Unlike most of the party games you’ve played before, Cards Against Humanity is as despicable and awkward as you and your friends. The game is simple. Each round, one player asks a question from a black card, and everyone else answers with their funniest white card.

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January 5, 2015 by
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Gifts For The Gardening Enthusiast

PKS Castor Trowel

Handmade in Austria by PKS, this copper and beechwood trowel has a wide, shallow scoop, making it a practical, all-around tool for weeding, planting, and transplanting. Copper improves soil and plant health by increasing water retention and deterring slugs and snails. Compared to iron and steel, naturally rust-proof copper also reduces friction with the soil, making the curved blade slice into soil with a smooth, controlled action. Each trowel arrives in a custom, gift-ready box packed with natural aspen shavings.

Nontron Utility Knife

Famed for knife-making since the 1400’s, the village of Nontron is home to France’s oldest continuously-operating cutlery forge. Six artisans hand-craft Nontron’s one-of-a-kind knives using a 40-step process, carving handles from local, aged boxwood and burning traditional markings. Blades are forged from 440 stainless steel for excellent edge retention. This high-carbon material reaches Rockwell 58 hardness, making each knife an everlasting gift or practical heirloom.

PKS Nunki Weeder

This copper and beechwood weeder features a sharp, curved blade to loosen weeds and roots.

Shiitake Mushroom Log

Grow your own crops of delicious, edible mushrooms with this innovative, giftable log. Each hand-cut hardwood log is inoculated with spores that will sprout organic shiitake mushrooms—a fast-growing, flavorful variety that’s perfect for first-time growers. Start the growing process by soaking the log in water, and you’ll be able to grow multiple crops for up to 3 years.

Fern Terrarium Kit

Easily grow a garden under glass with this giftable kit, each terrain-exclusive set stocked with everything needed to cultivate a lush terrarium filled with ferns and moss.

Hanging Tillandsia Grow Kit

Hang a tiny garden anywhere with this giftable tillandsia grow kit. Each kit contains a live air plant and all the elements needed to create the perfect environment where it can grow and flourish.

Ilse Jacobsen Laced Rain Boot

Designed in Denmark and hand-crafted from sustainable, single-estate rubber, these lace-up boots from Ilse Jacobsen can withstand even the rainiest of days. Adjustable laces, a cozy lining, and cheerful colors make these boots a welcome wardrobe addition when the weather is gloomy.

Myrtle Topiary

Elegantly shaped, this myrtle topiary adds a splash of vivid green to interior spaces. Each one is cultivated for up to two years to develop a full, polished form before it arrives at your home in a weathered clay pot.

December 30, 2014 by
Gifts

10 Step Plan to Accomplishing Resolutions

As milestones such as new years or birthdays come around we get inspired to accomplish something. We get a chance to wipe the slate clean and start from scratch. What ever happened in the past is history and doesn’t count. However, resolutions to change only work as long as you can stick with them; and for that you need a plan. With New Year’s around the corner I decided to share our Resolution Plan with you guys. So here it is.

This year the entire crew resolved to go vegan. Let me tell you, that is one hard resolution to accomplish. But hey, we did it! It is also not a temporary resolution but a lifestyle change that we have to keep in mind for the rest of our lives. It sounds tedious but it really isn’t. You just have to see your goal as a series of choices and you have to try to make as many of the best choices to get where you want to be. So we don’t look at it as, “I’m never eating animal derived products ever again”. Instead we look at it as a right-this-second-decision; more like, “Right now, I’m eating lentil tacos and they are freaking delicious!” Whatever happens later I will deal with as it comes up.

STEP 1. PICK A RESOLUTION

You would think this step is obvious and the easiest, but you might be surprised. When picking a resolution you should pick something that is realistic. If you try to do too much at once, you might not get anything done. Let’s pick an example. Let’s say you want to exercise more this year because you are currently only working out on the weekend, if at all. That’s a great resolution. If you add anything else to that you might be pushing it. So if you want to quit smoking, or lose weight pick only one for now.
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December 29, 2014 by