Fahionable and Functional

April 20, 2010 by

I recently joined the glorious world of working from home, and, while my job definitely has its perks, I’m finding the long hours I spend in my super-cute home office are getting extremely uncomfortable. I blame this mostly on the chair…SO…I’m on the hunt for both  fashionable AND functional home office chair…what do you think of these???

  1. Crate and Barrel; Ripple Leather Office Chair
  2. Ikea, Patrik Swivel Chair
  3. Ikea, Skruvsta Swivel Chair
  4. Pottery Barn, Swivel Desk Chair
  5. Pottery Barn, Wingate Rattan Swivel Desk Chair
  6. Target, Sydney Office Chair
  7. CB2, Bubble Office Chair
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Just Shelve It

April 16, 2010 by

Lets face it, you can never have too many shelves around your house because: Shelves = Extra Storage!!!!

  1. West Elm, Metal Spine Wall Shelf
  2. Etsy, Metal Sculptures for Shelves
  3. Etsy, 48 inch Veronica floating shelf
  4. Etsy, Wooden Owl shelves
  5. CB2, cube walnut wall shelf
  6. Etsy, Tetris Inspired Wall Hanging
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Hump Day Happy Hour: Takilya Sunrise

April 14, 2010 by

Get it? Takilya = Tequila!?!?!?! (I crack myself up sometimes…haha!)

Anyway, for today’s HDHH, I thought I’d go back to an oldy but goody….

Mix:

  • 1 shot of tequila
  • 1 glass of OJ
  • Splash of grenadine

Happy Wednesday everyone!

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Winery Spotlight: Red 55 Winery

April 12, 2010 by

As AK mentioned in her Round Top Recap, we had an opportunity to try some wine from Miranda Lambert’s winery, Red 55. Her wines are all  named after one of her fabulous, always playing on my i-pod, songs and I have to admit, the actual wine is GREAT!

Miranda’s Dad gave us a good overview of all of the wines, as well as ensuring us that the grapes are grown in Texas, so it’s always  nice to fall in love with something local. I haven’t been to the actual winery, but it’s located in Lindale, TX. and is on my list of locales to visit.

  1. White Liar: A smoothe and fruity Chardonnay.
  2. County Road 233: A tastey Merlot. (I tried this one and it was in my top 2 of favorites for sure…I was also told this was Miranda’s fave as well!)
  3. Crazy Ex Girlfriend: It’s classified as a “sweet white” wine, which would be right up Der’s alley if she wasn’t preggo…maybe this should be her after-baby gift!?!?!?!
  4. Red 55: A cabernet sauvignon that I KICK myself for not trying…I was obsessed with this type of wine all winter!
  5. Belle: This is a sweet red that I would compare to a shiraz for sure…
  6. Kerosene: Similar to a pinot grigio, this was my other favorite….it is really smooth and not as dry as other pinot’s that I’ve had…LOVE IT!
  7. Electric Pink: A white zinfandel that, lets be honest, how do you go wrong with a white zinfandel!

There is for sure a wine to suit all pallets in this group and this would definitely make a great, and fun, gift for someone. The wine can only be bought at the winery in Lindale, TX. and on the website, but Miranda’s Dad assured us he was working on getting it to us in stores soon! (I suggested Specs BTW, best liquor store in the state of Texas!)

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Lets, Play Ball!

April 8, 2010 by

It’s that time of year ladies and gents, baseball season has officially begun, and if you live in a house with a baseball loving freak guy, then you know that opening day is a BIG day! My hubby and I attended opening day for the Houston Astros on Monday…

Here are the things I observed/experienced:

  • A giant flag.
  • Air Force Commanders parachuting into the field.
  • Jack Ingram singing the National Anthem. (If you don’t know who this is, look him up, he’s pretty good…)
  • Massive amount of peanuts. (Sorry, I ate the chili cheese dog too fast and couldn’t get a picture of it!)
  • LONG lines to acquire said peanuts and chili dog.

The HIGHLIGHT of the night by far, however, was seeing George Bush Sr. and Barbara on the kiss cam (not pictured). They did kiss and it was very sweet…I hope me and the hubby are as cute as them when we enter our twilight years! 🙂

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Look out, my legs may blind you…

April 7, 2010 by

It’s time to break out those cute skirts and shorts; however, you need a good pair of shades to look at my legs!

Here are a few of my favorite sunless tanning solutions. (You know, for those of us whom avoid UV rays like the plague…)

  1. Jergens Natural Glow (This is my favorite because of both price and quality.)
  2. Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel
  3. L’Oreal Sublime Bronze
  4. Tan Towel (I’ve never tried these, but they look REALLY cool.)
  5. L’Oreal Sublime Glow
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Top Lunch Spot: Tiny Boxwood Cafe

April 6, 2010 by

I know most of you peeps reading this may or may not live in H-town; however, if you do, or ever get to visit, there is a place you need to check out for a great breakfast or an even more superb lunch: Tiny Boxwood Cafe.

Reasons I LOVE this place:

  • It’s super cute/chic.
  • It’s set in an AMAZING garden.
  • The menu is posted on a giant chalkboard.
  • They make grilled cheese sandwiches with gruyere and pesto.
  • Most importantly, they serve complimentary mimosa’s while you’re waiting in line to order!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Hump Day Happy Hour: White Wine Mojito

March 31, 2010 by

I stumbled across this drink at a fabulous lunch spot on Saturday and felt the need to share!

  • 1 bottle of white wine
  • 2 limes
  • 1 cup of chopped mint leaves
  • 1 cup of sparkling lemonade

Mix all this together in a pitcher with ice and enjoy!

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JCrew Dilemma

March 29, 2010 by

Dear JCrew,

Why do I love you, and, more importantly,  why do you have to be so expensive!?!?!?!?!

Here are some of my latest loves/envies:

  1. Alice Ruffled Tank
  2. Cotton and chiffon tuxedo ruffle cardigan
  3. Cotton Rosella Dress
  4. Chiffon stripe tier tank
  5. Crystal Corona Necklace
  6. Twisted neon magpie bracelet
  7. Jeweled leather Capri sandals
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Pretty as a Penny

March 25, 2010 by

I’ve found myself admiring any and all things that are made of copper here lately…I’m not sure when or why this obsession started, but I am LOVING it and here are a few of my faves:

  1. Pottery Barn, Copper Bucket
  2. Anthropologie, Redsmith Dining Chair
  3. Anthropologie, Metals & Petals Vase
  4. Etsy, Hammered Copper Pans
  5. Etsy, Extra Large Copper Hoops
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