Happy Friday/New Year's Eve!

Happy New Year's Eve friends.  It has been such a great year and I want to personally thank each of you for the daily visits and encouraging words. My blogging journey has been such a great adventure and I couldn't do it without you.

Now let's go grab some champagne and welcome a new year!

My new watch necklace.

Urban Outfitters

A must for my New Year's Eve outfit, no?

Josh likes to call me Flavor Flav every time I wear it. But as for me, I just call it dang cute. Tell me, when would be a better time to wear one than on the one night you're frantically watching the clock? I shall wear my Flavor Flav necklace and wear it proud.

Wednesday in Photos

Exhausted from the holidays...

But excited for the NYE festivities...

And thankful for such an awesome year.

DIY: Simple New Year's Party Lanterns!

If you're having trouble coming up with a festive centerpiece or overall NYE party decorations you might want to try this extremely simple lantern tutorial.

All you need is...

• Tape or needle and thread
• Scissors
• Pack of foil doilies ( around $2 a pack, the larger ones work best)

Simply cut out the already made pattern and remove whatever parts you want light shining through. Tape together each 'leaf' or side with a small piece of tape or you can sew the ends if you wish. Add a metal bottom tea light candle and you're done!

I warned you it was simple, now go enjoy your handmade ambiance!


Photos and Tutorial Via http://www.makegrowgather.com/

Have a Wonderful Holiday!

Have a wonderful holiday!! Josh and I will be making our yearly trek to the parent's and grandparent's houses for the rest of the week. I look forward to catching up with you on Monday. In the meantime, enjoy these festive posts from around the web. Cheers!


Pick up a few of these West Elm ornaments ( On Sale!)

A little history about the custom of hanging stockings here.

Check out this awesome felt ball wreath.

This is someone's actual Christmas decor. Dear Lord!

Apples to Apples

My new favorite game ;)



Our Christmas Card:

Delectable Holiday Dessert

This Christmas I'm making my staple holiday dessert- the Candy Cane Cake. It's always tends to be a hit and always looks so pretty sitting on the dessert table!:)

I have to make another cake and can't decide what to go with. Got any good suggestions?

On The Wish List...

 

Another biggie on my wish list this year is this House of Harlow Gold/Leather Aztec Bangle by Nicole Richie. How cute are these? I could see myself wearing one from work to a weekend party. I've asked santa for the one in black :)

Here are a few gals we all know sporting one:

Annalynne Mccord  (on the set of 90210)

Ashley Simpson Wentz

Stylish Winter Coat

This Christmas I've asked for a durable yet stylish winter jacket. I'm officially sick and tired of wearing my ratty ole' Northface jacket everyday to work (that I got 6 years ago in college no less). It just doesn't scream 'I'm a serious business woman' if ya know what I mean :) You can never go wrong with a good peacoat ( see J.Crew's version here).

What style of jacket is your main 'go-to' everyday?