Happy Valentine's Day!

My sister held a gals only V-day party this weekend full of cocktails, cupcakes and candy. YUM! I wore this:



I brought these:


And rocked my new ring:



Check out more pics from her party at Domestikated Life. Trust me, they're adorable.

Okay, I'm ready for Spring.

Is anyone else feeling the effects of this super cold, snowy winter? We just got hit with yet another storm in New Hampshire and I'm feeling a little unmotivated, especially in the fashion department. As I sit bundled up with a blanket and a fresh pine candle lit, I'm dreaming of this tank top on a breezy Spring day with a pair of skinny jeans and gladiator sandals. Oh, and maybe a margarita too.


$37.99 from ModCloth

Saturday night sparkle.

This past weekend instead of trekking to the bar in -2 degree weather, my roommates and I stayed in and played around with nail polish. And yes, glasses of wine were involved. We all went for a different look, but I decided to use a bright color for a much needed winter pick me up, followed by a coat of gold sparkles. It doesn't get any louder than this folks:




Image via Essie and Sephora

How are you doing your nails lately? Bright? Sparkly? Both?

D.I.Y. iPod Case

It's the weekend before finals and what's a fabulous way to take a break from studying and paper writing? With a little D.I.Y. project of course. My boyfriend recently got me an iPod touch and I didn't want to spend $30 on a plastic case that I would probably end up breaking, so I decided to make my own using some scraps I had in my craft box. Check it out:

I took an old pair of light denim jeans that didn't fit, traced my iPod with a pencil twice onto the denim and cut out the pieces. I made them a little larger than the iPod so I had room to sew:




Then I took silver triangle studs and studded one of the pieces into a triangle shape. A little futuristic, no?



I took the two pieces, flipped them inside out and sewed them together by hand. When I was done sewing, I flipped the pieces back out and that's it! It took about a half hour to make and it was free, what's not to like? Just to be safe- I put some tape over the inside of the case to cover the stud backings so it doesn't scratch the iPod. You like?






Wouldn't these make great stocking stuffers? I also made one for my cell phone too, happy craftin'!

Santa Baby.

I can't believe it's that time of year again for Christmas wish lists, but hey, I'm not complainin'. As today rang in the first snowfall of the season (hello hot chocolate), I decided to share my 2010 Christmas dream list. I'd be happy with a day full of good food and family fun, but I certainly wouldn't mind finding these underneath the tree this year:

These Sperry boots are online for $98, but I saw them in a department store for half off. Aren't they a great Ugg alternative?

Finding a winter jacket I like is always a challenge; I feel like they're always too bulky. But this $60 jacket from Old Navy looks cozy and it just so happens to match those boots above.

I am a big fan of Tarte cheek stain; it gives your cheeks a natural, feminine looking flush. This holiday set is online at Sephora for $25.
I actually can't believe I don't own this book already. I'm home for five weeks over winter break, so I better start craftin'. Find it at Urban Outfitters for $20.


I'm a big fan of these dainty bow tie necklaces, they would be the perfect touch to almost any outfit. Find them at Lulu's for only $13.


Wouldn't you love to cozy up in this sweater on Christmas morning? I found it at Madewell for $88.

And did I mention all these items are under $100? Happy Shopping!

Thankful for vintage Coach.

Happy belated Thanksgiving, hope everyone had a lovely holiday. I spent a week at home with my family in New York and loved it. I took a day trip to NYC with my sister; we went to Mood fabrics (where they film Project Runway), stocked up on some crafting goods at M&J Trim, and of course, did some shopping. I scored this $10 vintage Coach bag at home; I love how lady-like it looks:



Hope everyone got some good Black Friday deals...now let the Christmas countdown begin.

Teen Vogue does decor.

I'm not afraid to admit it; I'm 21 years old and I am still an avid Teen Vogue reader. So when I was browsing their blogs this morning I came across a JC Penney and Teen Vogue bedding collaboration and it's adorable. This is my favorite bedding from their line, and did I mention it's affordable too... What do you think?


Image via Teen Vogue