everyday SUNSHINE: February 2011

Monday, February 28, 2011

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Currently Craving

What about lifting the centerpiece up a little bit?

I always need more room for food on the table.

I could use a lift for the flowers and candles at different lengths.

3-Ball Hanging Vase $6.95

Hanging Candleholder $3.95

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Oh Mini Boden, you have me every season with your stylish little catalogs. This Spring catalog provides plenty of trendy stripes in all kinds of preppy colors. I have yet to buy my 2 year old daughter a pair of jeans - I guess I want to keep her a baby for as long as possible - however these boyfriend jeans and white crops are very tempting. Check out their adorable boy styles here.

1. Stripy Boat Neck $18

2. Stripy Logo T-Shirt $26

3. Stripy Chambray Dress $34

4. Cropped Turn-ups $40

5. Heart Pocket Crops $34

6. Leather Ballet Flats $44

7. Baseball Boots $52

8. Tie Bikini $30

9. Tortoiseshell Retro Sunglasses $32

10. Retro Bikini $30

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Feathery Peacocks

What do you think about Rachel Bilson's new dinnerware collection?

I'm kind of loving the peacocks and birds as a nice addition to Spring.

However, the flower petal measuring cups are my favorite.

Ms. Summer Roberts, you have done a great job!

I do miss a little Summer and Seth action.

The new Edie Rose collection is available exclusively at Macy's.

Office Chic

Mr. M and I both work from home: him in some real estate securities mumbo-jumbo and me a stay-at-home mom. We are still in our temporary condo but in the process of moving within the next month. So, me being the "sweet" wife that I am - I promised Mr. M that he could have an office in our next house. However, what I really mean is that "you can have an office that I decorate". There will be no large office supply store desk or massive black leather chair with wheels.

It will be Office Chic.

1. Phillip's Flower Shop Tulip Bouquet $39.99

2. Z Gallerie Camera Pencil Sharpener $14.95

3. Aedriel Originals Ceramic Mug $18

4. Z Gallerie Owl Coin Bank $9.95

5. CB2 Desktop Chalkboard $14.95

6. CB2 Birch Storage Boxes $29.95

7. Crate & Barrel Stoplight White Desk $499

8. Z Gallerie Magazine Totes & Book Boxes $21.95 - $24.95

9. Z Gallerie Chalkboard Heart $11.95

10. Pottery Barn Galvanized Metal Pail $15

11. CB2 Bamboo Dry Erase $59.95

12. CB2 Acrylic Desk Accessories $7.95 - $29.95

Monday, February 21, 2011

For the Love of...

NEW ORLEANS!

We had a great trip to New Orleans - thanks to these pretty things, perfect weather and gorgeous views. Barrett and I both agree that we could see ourselves living there. We concentrated our home search in Mandeville which is just north of New Orleans. It would be a great family town. Well, our next stop is Little Rock...after that we will have a decision!

Friday, February 18, 2011

Stripes Anonymous

I have a serious love affair with stripes. I have always known about it but it didn't resonate until I was packing for our trip. Stripes Galore. Almost every shirt I put in my suitcase was striped. Maybe I need to go to SA (Stripes Anonymous).

my shirts, hubby's shirts, pjs, handbag...even my suitcase lining!

1. The Mod Dog Dad's Striped Tie Collar $20

2. Prada Canvas Flap Bag $1,250

3. Inkstop Workshop Banner Stationery $20

4. Topshop Navy Stripe T-Shirt Dress $45

5. Kate Spade Kennywood Small Sidney $225

6. Forever 21 Colorblock Knit Scarf $8.80

7. Pillow Throw Decor Herringbone Striped Pillow $29

8. L'Agence Striped Silk-Blend Top $325

9. Forever 21 Striped Skirt $17.80

10. Prada Striped Canvas Ballet Flats $450

11. Be Still Cotton Pillow Cover $48

12. Theory Lorrie Top $200

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Lemony Sunshine

1. Reiss Twist Sleeve Top $185

2. Ann Taylor Leather Wrap Bracelet $28

3. ModCloth Waking Up Wisely Mug $17.99

4. Whitney English Yellow Mod Paisley Note Cards

5. ModCloth Bright Young Things Dress $62.99

6. Crate & Barrel Summer Lemonade Glass $2.95

7. ModCloth Blackbird Fly Camera $138.99

8. Ann Taylor Luxe Sunlight Scarf $48

9. Zak! Mini Stackable Canister

10. Marc by Marc Jacobs Cosmetic Case $78

11. ColorBee Sunshine Poster $18

12. Crate & Barrel Striped Rug $16.95

13. Topshop Lemon Zip Back Vest $58

New Orleans cottage

In the spirit of our trip today, I'm featuring a New Orleans cottage. This could be the place where we might move in the next few months (the city...not the house). I'm anxious to experience my first time in New Orleans. I know some people hate it and some people love it. I'm keeping an open mind about the trip and our move.

I will post more about our trip when we get back. Until then, please enjoy this charming cottage.