::crabbing::

Jay and I finally invested in a crab pot. Summers in Virginia Beach are perfect for Chesapeake Bay blue crabs. You'll have to get a local to show you, but there's a whole science to eating these guys. After a day and a half, we already have two crabs. One is a male (the bluer one on the top shelf) and one female (the one with the reddish front craws). We throw females back in the water and hope for more males to climb into the pot.

::snapshots::

Thankfully, we've been spending the last couple weekends enjoying our home. One weekend was sunny, this last one was snowy. We're slowly filling the house with furniture and decorations we love. A favorite new addition is that fiddle leaf fig in the corner (and now searching for the perfect piece of pottery). 

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::florida on my mind::

By this time tomorrow night, I'll be hanging out with my little sister! It's been 6 months since I've been home and it's really all I've been thinking about since Monday. My favorite thing in the world is spending time with my family. There will be antique hunting (mostly for wedding decor) and early Thanksgiving dinner and a few wedding meetings thrown in there. June 1st will be here before I know it, and I should probably start making some big decisions. Like, maybe a dress?

::coupledom::

We're starting to get things settled in our new home. And, it still doesn't feel real sometimes. It's like I'm on a long vacation in someone's house. There are times when I still think my belongings are in our old place. Perhaps a housewarming party will help!

One thing I know for sure is that I really enjoy sharing a space with Jay. I'll try to avoid the lovey-dovey talk (I guess I'm on that path because I just designed our Save the Dates!), but it's true. All the little things that I notice about him makes me happy to know that he's mine. Coupledom is a wonderful thing.

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::transitions::

In a couple weeks Jay and I will be moving into our first home. A beautiful house with room(s) to grow and play. It also means that I'm pinning places & spaces like a mad man, getting tons of ideas for decorating and making it home sweet home.

Plus, 6 petals will have it's own space, which will kick start the shops back to life! finally...

::exposed::

When it comes to a home, I'm all about the details-- built-in cabinets, vintage door knobs, those oddly placed tiny windows and exposed beams. That look of tall, crisp white walls with natural wood ceiling beams is such a show stopper, and they add so much character to a home. I'm keeping my fingers crossed (tightly!) to stumbled upon some of these details when we start the house hunt.

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::out back::

It's been so beautiful in our backyard. I'm really not sure why we've been eating dinner inside at all. That's gonna change. It's the perfect place to sip a little wine and relax from the daily grind. Those roses are as big as my head.

*edit: yes, this is my backyard.

::to lay my head::

Yesterday, I tweeted about this amazing bedding I purchased Santa got me for Christmas. All of Anthropologie's sale stuff is an extra 50% off (hint hint). My mom has always been into linens, so after shopping with her for years it wore off on me. This is a dream-enducing quilt.

I couldn't help but pick up a bunch of these little mushroom knobs, too. I plan on using them on an old piece of wood to make a coat hanger. 

brag moment: my total for a king quilt, 2 euro shams + 4 mushroom knobs was $151 (regularly priced $560). It pays to be patient sometimes. 

::a peek inside // at ms. pink string's home::

While in Florida for Thanksgiving, J and I made a pit stop to visit some friends. Nicole, recently purchased a new home with her soon-to-be husband. On her blog, pink strings & green beans, she documents her house projects, cooking tips + adventures in triathlons.

They found this amazing, old-Florida home that needed some lots work. She and her fiancé have completely transformed the place (they've done most of the work themselves!)-- and I was so excited to see the progress. It's beautiful, Nicole...maybe more vintage decor ;)

::a place to cook::

I absolutely love this kitchen. It's a little bit industrial, a little country + ample white space. The open shelving and storage makes it look very home-y. It's just perfect (minus the hanging saw).

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::vintage home restoration::

Check out this awesome home restoration from Vintage Indie. I spy lots of things I want.

::the news::

We're finally moving into our new place today (just a rental for now). This place is too perfect. Picture this backyard: two gazebos with full grape and chocolate vines + string lights, sitting areas, a fire pit, fresh mint (perfect for infused water like this), colorful flowers, more berries than I can count and a garden ready to be planted. Oh, and a greenhouse. In case we want to really explore botany to the core.

I'd take pictures, but there was a major incident. J and I were on the dock and the wind blew over a chair where I laid my camera down for a second (don't do this) and kerplunk...right into the river. I leaped to grab it and got it out quickly, but it's beyond repair and so, so sad. At least I got one last shot...

p.s. Thanks for helping me choose which pair. I purchased the triangles yesterday.


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::home is where mom is::

There's really no place like home.

My little brother is getting married this weekend, so I traveled southeast towards HOME. I'm helping my mom with some last minute decorations, center pieces, and odds & ends. I love being greeted at the door by my amazing parents and family dogs, Sophie and Austyn.

Love you Mom {and Dad, of course}.

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::inspiration // closet visit::

Much like The Coveteur, I found another artist named Jeana Sohn who finds stylish, creative and inspirational woman to give us a view of their closet, home and belongings. She documents her photography at Closet Visit. It's something about human nature that draws me to look at other people's stuff...especially when things are beautiful, unique and inspirational {like the women themselves}.

images via Closet Visit

::Project ReStyle // bohemian love fort::

I wanted to do something different this year for J. Instead of fighting the crowds at fancy restaurants, I knew I wanted to do something at home. Thanks to Justina of Compai Design Studio, I found this awesome fort idea a couple weeks ago and couldn't wait to build my own. And, it was perfect for Project ReStyle because I didn't spend a dime {except for wine & dinner} and used everyday items from my house.

Materials: 1 sheet, 2 curtains, 1 sarong, 2 scarfs, 1 bamboo pole, 1 blanket, vintage table runner, jute twine, 3 hooks, 10 metal clips, end table, hanging ceramic candle holder, crocheted snowflakes hung with clothes pins, every pillow I own, candles, wine + glasses, strand of feather butterflies, candelabra, vintage ottoman w/ random decorations, and pretty Lasater flowers in a vintage milk jug from J.

The whole project was so much fun. I was worried that it'd be a complete disaster-- something catching fire as the whole fort collapsed. However, all emergencies were avoided and it was the perfect setting for dinner, wine and missed episodes of Modern Family and The Office via Hulu.

And then we fell asleep...in the fort.

::have a seat, take your shoes off::

::pretty room::

There are so many great things about this room...

photo courtesy of Apartment Therapy

1. I love the use of a sofa or upholstered bench at the table. Growing up, my mom had a blue, wooden bench at our dinner table. It was so easy for the kids to slide in and eat up. And, mixing the white painted chairs with the dark wood table and hardwood floors provides the perfect contrast!
2. An antique, wooden table adds so much character. The long, thin table is great for small spaces like this studio!
3. A rustic chandelier completes the room. Using candles (though not superior for lighting an entire room) is so much more appealing than incandescent light bulbs.
4. Mix-matched frames and wall art, and placed somewhat randomly, make it more personal.
5. Fresh flowers are a must! This little bit of nature is pretty and provides wonderful aroma.
6. Skip curtains and valances to let in more natural light.
7. A cozy, neutral colored couch, perfect for snuggling up and watching a good chick flick or reading your favorite book ;)

Oh, and it's Friday. Woohoo! Have a wonderful, relaxing weekend everyone. Thanks for reading :)

::6 things i'm thankful for::

1. A supportive family that I can laugh with until wee hours.
2. Great friends that I can laugh with until wee hours.
3. J
4. Wonderful supporters, readers, and followers...thank you!
5. A clean bill of health.
6. Mother Nature :)

::patterns::

Recently, I stumbled across these gorgeous Turkish rugs from Dhoku. I've been looking for the perfect living room rug to make my place a little more cozy. One of these pretties might make it's American debut.

Of course I love the antique patchwork styles.

The uneven designs in the neutral-colored rugs below give it a handmade feel, perfectly imperfect. And, the blue reminds me of ocean waves. And, who wouldn't want some waves in their home? I've got Costa Rica on my mind...

::a little christmas cheer in november::

Anthropologie has done it again. I love the creativity...

{Click on the image to go to their homepage to see this adorable video of their Christmas ornaments.}