Life lately in photos {and giveaway winner}

As I keep busy these days, I have also been keeping a close eye on the mailman. He brings the good stuff, like all the Hautelook purchases I make. Seriously one of my sites, and the one online store I shop from the most frequently.

 I started the participation in Ma Nouvelle Mode's 7x7 challenge, and as I attempted to get pics of outfit one, my girls insisted they needed to be included.

In case you wondered what was in that drawstring bag, these amazing earrings. Can I just say that finding a solid pair of 2" gold hoops at a reasonable price was not an easy task. But, of course, Hautelook came to my rescue after a few months of searching.

I now have this monstrocity in my living room. I don't why, I hate recliners. I think they're ugly, a major eyesore in any room. But I love this guy, and it made him quite happy. At least it's a color I can handle.

Sunday was also Logan's best friends birthday, and Logan asked I could make Scott a birthday cake. The request for strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting. I took a little creative freedom with this request and went to Pinterest. I fell in love with this fresh strawberry cake, and the recipe was delightful. Logan's friend was actually surprised I pureed the strawberries for it.

 Since it was a party of sorts, this girl dressed up like a princess!

We took to the grill since it was still relatively nice outside. Don't ask about today. There is nothing but snow outside and school has been cancelled two days in a row. 

This guy! He's kind of awesome, "what?" face and all!
The winner of the Hardin Studios Giveaway is Laura K. Thanks to all who entered. 
XO, Steph

Giveaway | Hardin Studios

GIVEAWAY CLOSED: WINNER IS LAURA K.

Hardin Studios opened in January and is based in Charlotte, NC. Caroline Hardin, the shop's owner and artist behind the work, provides prints, printables and custom illustrative work. Her art's unique flavor stems from her unusual style as a left-handed person frustrated with traditional calligraphy methods and materials. Caroline focuses on providing quotes and phrases that are not widely known and used so that the reader gets a breath of fresh air and inspiration. 
The above print is a NewlyMynted Special Edition, featuring my favorite quote from an Edgar Allen Poe poem, Annabel Lee:  But we loved with a love that was more than love

Some more of her artistry ...

Today she is offering one of my readers a print of your choice from her shop. She creates the most delightful prints, from inspiring scripture to musical quotes. And you get to choose which one you want displayed in your home! To Enter: Follow Hardin Studios on Facebook. Come back and leave a comment letting me know what print from her shop you would select.  For an extra entry, share this giveaway on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. Be sure to leave a link to your share post in the comments. This giveaway will run through March 25th. Exclusions:  Prize excludes custom orders Limited to residents of the United States

Vintage Advertisements

I stumbled upon these darling vintage ads yesterday and just had to share. As a small busted gal, that bra ad literally had me laughing out loud. NO PADS! Every small chested girls dream come true. Seriously. I get so irritated with that. It is hard enough to find my size, and when I do, all the bras have inch thick insulation in them.
All images FREE and courtesy of ArtByChrysti
Enjoy lovelies! I've got a busy morning ahead of me.
XO, Steph
P.S. Don't forget to check out Ace & Ivy's boutique. They've got beauty blenders for $3.39 right now! I LOVE my beauty blender. So stock up on some.