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Category Archives: Accessories
The big push
I’m not going to share my entire birth story with you like some bloggers do, but I will say that I pushed hard for a good two hours. So in my case, I honestly felt that a push present was … Continue reading
It’s the holiday season
I know this is going in my stocking, but I just had to try it on first. [My new bit of sparkle goes perfectly with my 38 week baby bump] And guess what else came in the mail the other … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Local Spots
Tagged Des Moines, East Village, Holiday Promenade, Joules, Target, wellies
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All linked up
Turducken was a complete success! The three birds never tasted so good and I’d like to think I had a hand in that. I mean, I did literally hold the bird together while Marcus stitched ‘er up. [the tablescapes + … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Parties
Tagged Cartwheel, J. Crew, Splurge and Steal, stocking stuffers, Target, Turducken
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Oh this is ladies night
Staycation update: I checked a few things off of my staycation to-do list over the past few days. Check it out: [catch up over latte at Smokey Row with Kiley from A Sequin Dress at Breakfast] [try a new recipe … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Blogs, Friends, Recipes
Tagged Invalyoubles, Miss Arty Pants, Smokey Row, staycation, stuffed peppers
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I heart you
Lovely nails update: Tonight after Ash Wednesday Mass and a meatless dinner, I unwound with a cup of tea with a heart cookie on the side for good measure. So civilized over here! While sipping, I started in on my … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Fashion, Holidays
Tagged hearts, Kate Spade china, nails, tea, Valentine's Day
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Seeing red
Date night in DSM update: I love nights like this. Delicious and unique food at the always amazing Luna Bistro, great company in the form of my husband, Marcus, and a stellar performance by the cast of Book of Mormon. Des … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Fashion, Local Spots
Tagged American Heart Association, Go Red for Women, Luna Bistro, red, The Book of Mormon
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In stitches
Upstairs and downstairs update: While out and about looking for Big Night favors this weekend, I ended up at one of my favorite local craft stores – Hobby Lobby. My mom and I spent close to two hours walking up … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Baby, Family, Gifts
Tagged chicken, embroidery, Grandpa Dreiling, monogram, Sunday dinner, tea towels
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Something’s fishy
Under the sea update: Yep, I didn’t really expand on my last post’s title did I? According to the chefs, the Big Night dinner this year is a little (actually a lotta) fishy. They will be preparing a seafood extravaganza … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Parties
Tagged coral, favors, Invitations, Pearls, The Big Night, under the sea
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Winter wonderland
Andes Mint Cookies update: I put our KitchenAid mixer to the test tonight and made these fabulous Andes Mint Cookies. They are perfect to pair with coffee and Homemade Bailey’s as you visit with family and friends over the holidays. … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Fashion, Holidays, Recipes
Tagged Andes Mint Cookies, cookies, snow, snow day essentials, winter accessories
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Warby Parker
Three meats, more fun update: Turducken was a success! And with three different meats and all sorts of tasty treats for sides and delectable desserts, how couldn’t it be? This weekend my sister Morgan had a tough decision to make … Continue reading
