get inspired

So I'm totally in the mood to do some "spring cleaning" as well as some redecorating!  I took a quick loop around TJ Maxx today and BOY, do they have some super cute stuff!  I ended up make a few purchases (pictures to be added later) **as a side note, Ry I had a $21.00 giftcard**...I bought a white, wire owl, which I think would look just darling around the fire place.  I also purchased this antique looking wire basket, not sure where I'll use it, but I'm sure I will find a cozy little spot to place it.  In the spirit of decorating, I went to 'ol faithful Craigslist...never fails, but you can always find a good deal on there!  My newest obsession is faux bamboo furniture....I think after doing some "blog stalking" and seeing pictures of how cool it looks...I'm in love!
My lovely CL find

Pictures of Inspiration
Thank you to i suwannee - seriously, next time I'm in Raleigh, I'm totally paying her a visit!

Super cute chair...just google "faux bamboo furniture" Don't you just love the green?!

10 months ago on Thursday

I married my best friend on April 25th, 2009...I can't believe how fast these last 10 months have gone by! My florist, and good friend Todd Crawford used some of our photos for his new ad in The Knot NC addition.  I have to give many thanks all the vendors who helped to make our special day so great! 
Photographers: Sara & Mel of Whitebox Weddings **to see more pictures**
Cake: Gail of Cheesecake Etc.
Lighting: Eye Dialogue
Linens: Shay at Party Tables
Rentals: Rebecca at Party Reflections
Band: Swingin Richards
Transportation: CLT Express
Caterer: Side Porch
Venue: The Terrace at South Tryon Square
Day of Coordinator: Dottie Maloy
Hair & Make-up: Joni Lineberger of Creations Hair and Make-up
Dress: J. Majors Bridal Boutique
Paper: My wonderful sister, Amy This Little Pig Designs
A HUGE thank you to my good friends, Elizabeth & Erin who were there the day of to make sure that my vision became a reality!  Ladies, without you the day wouldn't have been complete!  I also want to give a "shout out" to my Mom & Dad, thank you for helping to make my dream come true!

Check it!

Okay...so after I posted, I started doing some blog stalking (yes, I do actually work....sometimes!) She has a great "how to" section! Thanks Cupcakes and Cashmere!!

Curl me Pretty

I love the big, natural, soft curl look (see Carrie Underwood); however, I can NEVER get my hair to look like that!  After doing some research (and watching a ton of YouTube Videos) most people are using a ceramic curling wand...never knew this existed!  I'm going to try to achieve the look with using my 1" curling iron and see if it works, if not...then I may have to purchase!

Jazz it Up

I always liked the look for "jazzin up" an outfit with fun headband; however, I've never done it myself.  I was in Starbucks this morning and this cute girl walked in a basic white shirt and skinny jeans, what made me take a second look was her super cute headband! 
Maybe I should invest! 

Fun Bow Headband

of course anthropologie would have something cute!

Something fun for the Spring/Summer or even our 1 year Anniversary Trip to St. Thomas!

A cute "it's Saturday and I didn't feel like washing my hair" look

birds (& owls too) of a feather flock together

Have yall noticed or is it just me, that bird decor is huge now?  Everywhere I look, there is some sort of cute home accessories, invitations, bird themed weddings, a bird themed nursery...I think that I kinda like it!  It's a retro look, very 50's, very whimsical. I think if done right, it would could work in your home!

Here are some inspirational "bird themed decor" pictures

                                                  

what do you think?

Since we're on a budget, I decided to eliminate some of my not so important expenses, like highlighting my hair...sad, I know! The more I stare at myself in the mirror, the more I'm noticing that I don't particularly like my hair getting darker...nothing against my brunette sistas out there, but I just have always been some sort of shade of blonde. So today, I decided to do a little googling and I am going  to try a natural approach...I hope that I don't jack up my head!  I'll be sure to post some before and after pictures...