Golden way to start the morning

Recently I just acquired a desire to make my sweet little apartment more of a home. I wanted to give a feeling of being beautiful but not in a flashy sense. Enter the re-doing of my jewelry in my room. It's a small place to start, but considering I have about 3 jewelry boxes... now 4... it's not that small! Its where I start my mornings, and one of my favorite spots.

So I decided to take out all my necklaces and put them all full display. Instant wall decor AND I get to look at my pretty pieces all at the same time! I call that a win-win situation! Here's a peek at what I did, it's very simple: thumbtacks in bright colors to support my various necklaces.






And for the rest of my earrings and pretty things, I have the traditional wooden boxes. I wanted something more unique. Enter Jacquelyn of Everyprettything and her amazing jewelery chests! She creates everything from pillows and wall hangings to hair clip holders and frames. My favorite though, is without a doubt her lovely boxes for trinkets. I asked her to create one for me, and she did it beautifully.











Doesn't it just fit in beautifully? I can't tell you how invigorating it is to reach for my ring/bracelet/other jewelry item and see the bold black lines and marigold print. It always starts my day beautifully!!

Much love,
me

<3

Lots of Lovin'

Ah, this is one of my favorite parts of the year... We've stuffed ourselves with Thanksgiving, unwrapped Christmas, watched the ball drop on New Year (well, you may have... I slept), and now... the last of the holiday season before we celebrate spring.

Do you know what I'm talking about?

Valentine's day! And what I love about it (no pun intended) is that it's a holiday about caring again. Yes, I adore the cupcakes and pink and red and chocolate and jewelry, but ultimately the idea that we can remember the romance in our lives is kind of a nice thought. Some people may not have that special someone out there or be tending to that very broken heart, and to those the 14th of February may not be so kind... but I have a hug for you, whoever you are. Love isn't all about kisses and cuddles, it's about knowing that a person out there cares for you. That is the love I'm talking about, and its worth a whole lot more than a date. I promise.

Anyways, now that I'm off my sappy soap box, and on the the fun stuff! These are a few of the items I am just so enthralled with right now, get ready!

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THE SWEETS
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Red Rose Chocolate Hearts
Don't these just look scrumptious?




A Little Box of Valentine's Day Cookies
I don't know if I could eat something so cute!




Southern Red Velvet Hearts
I am addicted to red velvet!


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LOVE ALL AROUND (the house)
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Heart Pink Skeleton Pot Holder
so you can keep your fingers unburned, much better for holding hands


Pink and Brown Knit Heart Garland Handmade
I can think of tons of places for this... over doorways, fireplaces, anywhere with an arch...




Love You Always Quote Lettering Decal - Vinyl Wall Sticker
a beautiful constant reminder



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FOR THE NIGHT OUT
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Boudoir Earringse
My favorite jewelry person EVER! <3




Shirred Top With Delicate Cowl Neckline In Violet, Long Sleeves
*sigh* Just beautiful!



YOU CAN RING MY BELL pumps
These amazing pumps are a show stopper (that's a quote!)


...and that is just a little bit of what I'm lovin!

Thanks for reading,
much love.

<3

Midweek Madness and a giveaway!

Hi all!

Wow, this week has been so busy for me! My shop is almost empty and I'm playing catch up with orders... but I would rather be busy than not. Also recovering from the holiday craziness and just getting the new year in order. Ah, what a fantastic new year it is so far!

To make it up to you all, here is a free giveaway I'm participating in! Good luck!

Enter here!

All my love,
<3

Secret Santa's easy lesson

This year I started a lot of things. I opened up my etsy shop Bonita Bellita, I started this blog, I moved, there have been so many things happening! But by far one of the best things and my own personal favorites is I found a blog that I love to follow. There aren't too many that I can honestly say I look forward to, but like a little kid excited for a gift, this blog constantly has something new and fresh to offer. I have found yummy cheesecake recipes, inspiring photos, and a life of a fascinating person. Ah, Nicole of Lillyella, you are a breath of fresh air!











She decided to put together a Secret Santa exchange this year, and I was thrilled to join! So I opened my packages today, and this is what I received! Oh, I can't begin to tell you how my day brightened!






---I love this wrapping! Wish I thought of it...---




--aren't these earrings just lovely?---





---and I already wore my knee highs the day I got them!---


---who doesn't like a little Hello Kitty in their life? Adorable--




---this apron is absolutely eye catching! The pattern is so my style, the colors among my favorites, and the lace pocket completes it all. *sigh* ---


---You'll have to excuse my rainy day hair, but isn't this scarf just the neatest?---






So I guess what I'm trying to say overall is not that I got a ton of fabulous gifts in the mail (although I did ^_^), but it's this. Someone took the time out of their day to organize this giving event, and that right there is amazing and kind. Therefore, someone else went out and got this for me, just because they knew it's what I liked. This is the kind of circle I want to be a part of, where I can go out and continue to pass on this love and cheer. So you know what I did afterward? I went out to visit a friend and take her some Christmas cheer in the form of gifts for her family. Not big, not expensive, but full of love.

Merry Christmas, everyone, from me to you.

Autumn warmth

I've been neglectful of this blog lately, sorry to admit it, but life has been so busy there hasn't been much time to update! So today will be short and sweet. Autumn is everywhere, and I am absolutely in love with it. Here is some of what is on my mind...

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Fire in the trees - Fine art autumn tree photograph

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Ribbed Eternity Scarf - SAFFRON in the MEDITERREAN...Oversized

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Ruffled Vegan Scarf, All Seasons, Burnt Orange



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Amber Gold warmth of Autumn Fine art print 16X20 unframed


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Warm Molasses Wood photograph- 11x14
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Two of Hearts--pair of Raspberry Red Heart Bowls


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...don't forget to check out my store Bonita Bellita for some of the new fall listings... it's part of what's been keeping me so busy!

Until next time,
-Steph

Autumn around the corner

This is the season I'm dreaming of right now...
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Fall As I Remember It - 5x5 Fine Art Photograph Print

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Sheltering 8x10 Fine Art Photograph

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Pumpkin Cream and Sugar Set

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Autumn Wish Apothecary Jar by Whisper and Hush

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Pumpkin Woodland Owl Clip

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Much love,
Stephanie

Teal and transitions

I woke up this morning to absolutely delicious weather! It was cool, overcast, and a slightly breeze drifting through my window was making me curl into my blankets much more than I have in a bit. What's odd about this? Only that it's in the beginning of August. Don't get me wrong, I like summer. Picnics, late sunsets, excessive beach trips, and summer nights... all are wonderful to me. But... I know, there's always a but... hmm, how to put this simply...

I'm in love with the autumn and winter. The crunch of the leaves I step on, the twisted pumpkin vines, knowing that when I go up to the mountains I'll see snow, wrapping the Christmas gifts, all of it. The fact that I need a sweater to go out and my boots are begging to come out of their boxes... well, I know I still have to wait awhile, but I can't say that I mind. To me, it's just around the corner.

In the meantime, I think I'll go to the beach again this weekend. Need to soak up those sunrays while I can.

Oh, and did I mention I'm on a turquoise kick? Would you like to see what I'm so in love with? I'll show you...

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Butterfly Vase
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Blank mini cards - birds in flight
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Dream
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ROBINS EGG BLUE COAT RACK SHELF
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turquoise framed corkboard
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Much Love,
Stephanie