Black and White Stripes

I'm a little obsessed these days with black and white stripes in fashion. I own a few of my own tops and dresses with black and white stripes, but I would love to add all of these into my wardrobe!

Jewelry Organized!

A while back I posted about how I planned to display and organize all my jewelry. It turns out I have a LOT of accessories! Here's how I went about putting them all together.

Happy New Year!

Well my friends, 2012 was definitely a crazy year, filled with many ups and downs. Among the hilights and best parts of the year were the following:

I completed my first full year at the school where I teach (I wish I could insert pictures of my little darlings, but you know, legalities....)

shared in many friends' weddings

 directed a great vocal ensemble

starred in a theatre show

  

and bought a house!

For the lows, which need not be shown through pictures, I also got in a car accident, developed a small vocal node (a vocalist's worst nightmare), resigned from my church conducting job that I really enjoyed, and developed (but recovered from) a small cyst on my wrist from overuse. 

Overall, I am counting my blessings more than the other crap from the year, because it was a great one. 

I am very excited to see what 2013 will bring to the table. I feel like 2012 was like the start of a new book for me, and this next year will be the plot and character development that unfolds. 

Happy New Year to you all!

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree...

We got our very first real Christmas tree together for our new home! We bought it yesterday and finished decorating it today :)

House in Progress

I recently bought a house closer to my place of work, yay! I had hoped to have thanksgiving break to get moved and settled in, but unfortunately that didn't happen. So my awesome boyfriend, family, and I have been very busy this week making some great progress!

Potential Jewelry Organization

I like this idea a lot for necklace display! Since I will have my own closet in my next home, perhaps I can display them like this in my closet.... Plus, I have a lot of necklaces!

This is a pretty stand for the little things! Rings, pins, and my pretty flowery hair clips/ pins!  But I may create my own pretty version....

.... Using Dollar Tree finds! :)

 

I'd like to spray paint wine bottles and/ or a paper towel holder all in one color (probably gold, as it's my favorite) and use them for bracelets and headbands.

Autumn wardrobe

Autumn is my absolute favorite time of year. I've worked on creating a closetful of fall-inspired clothing that I absolutely love, and this year I think I have it. Once the weather turned cold, I've been enjoying my mornings as I get ready and pick my outfit for the day.

I find that a cranberry colored thermal and a cranberry colored scarf can nearly carry you through the season when paired with blacks or browns.

Slightly oversized sweaters balance with skinny jeans and comfy boots that go with nearly everything.

Little lace details save me from looking drab in a lot of dark colors.

Black stripes sort of rule this season in my closet, whether it's tank tops, sweaters or dresses with leggings. :)