Wishing You a Very Merry Everything....

I apologize for being out of the loop...My computer is finally fixed!! Hooray!! I'm so happy to be back; I truly missed blogging and you all {of course}!

I'm off to Vermont tomorrow to unwind and celebrate Christmas! I'll return next week to sneak in a few posts before 2010!

Wishing you all a wonderful holiday along with safe travels!!

Oh Christmas Tree..

I'm {well really my husband is} usually schlepping home the largest tree on the lot {for me}. I love an over sized, un-groomed, natural looking tree. Our house has the ceiling height to handle it, but this year I'm feeling very preggers so I'm not sure I envision myself standing on a chair {or ladder for that matter} to decorate a 9 1/2' tree. I've been contemplating using a round zinc table in my living room to display a pretty table top tree instead! There's always next year for the 9 footer right? Then I came across this adorable table top tree on Brown Button today. This image may have sealed the deal for me. Who knows I may cave at the tree lot on Thursday and end up with a another big mama.....;) We shall see...

Gift Guide - Fun Finds for under $50

Group together or purchase just one of these lovely perfume bottles..Zgallerie {they are currently 20% off}

Je t'aime Paris - for the world traveler or not. A book that will absolutely motivate one to go to Europe! Taschen

You can't go wrong with a sweet treat! From Dylan Lauren's {Ralph's daughter} candy bar in N.Y.C.

You can never own too many pretty votive holders. I scatter these all over the house when I entertain. Mothology

I adore these personalized catchalls - and look at how many monogram options you have to choose from! Dabney Lee at home

Pretty in pink - for your preppy or not so preppy friend who likes to mix things up!

Bluefly

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle in style! Ballard Designs

I am loving these Bento boxes! These are usually used for Japanese sushi, but why not tote any number of snacks to the beach or park with these cute, colorful carry - alls. Plasticashop

No explanation needed here! Every belt pictured is fabulous! J.Crew

White now...

You just can't go wrong with white!

Images: J.Crew,?, Canadian House and Home, Country Living, Coastal Living, This is Glamorous, Canadian House and Home {lst two images}

Holiday Gift Guide...Under $100.00

I'm excited to share my first "holiday" gift guide post..I'll share two more gift features over the next two weeks..{$100 +} and {splurges!} Enjoy!

Such a fabulous, feminine slipper.. Kate Spade

Tocca's clean, fresh scents aren't overwhelming

Pillows from Uzbek-Craft

Pretty lacquered boxes, who doesn't need more chic storage in their lives? Lilleashop

A woman can never own too many clutches..available through Graham + Green

Hadley Hutton's colorful prints work perfectly with almost any decor

Love this gold journal from Kate's Paperie - Because everyone should spend more time writing with a pen instead of a keyboard.


Beautiful Jewelry for under $100 - need i say more?

left - Zoe Chicco right -White Owl via Etsy {love their creations}

Pretty Pillow - The funky boutique via Etsy

These writing sets from Elum are stunning

Agate cheese plates - Jayson Home and Garden

Book of the month - November - How could I resist..

I'll just toss this early Christmas wish out there for....Kelly's new book HUE {as 99% of my readers most likely know is being released this month}. From the looks of things, her creativity and amazing color sense is still spot on!!!! Can't wait to get my hands on this one.....

these rich colors are so yum!

love the table setting...

How amazing is this custom bed? The perfect nest for children and adults alike! Love...