random pleasures.

    (1) Pinterest.
    It has taken over my life. Seriously. I log on every time I sit down at my computer. My favorite things to pin are DIY projects, recipes, home organization & decor ideas, and classroom ideas. 
    A few of my recent favorites are:
     brownie-oreo-cookie dessert. yum!

     cute care package idea. definitely sending this to my sister at college in the fall!

     classroom reward system. 

    fabulous upgrade for your bookshelf.

    Find me on Pinterest here!

    (2) Big Rich Texas.
     Such unnecessary drama, but I love it. 
    Check it out on the Style network on Sundays at 9/8c.

    (3) Crafts
    Got the idea for this important dates artwork from (where else?) Pinterest. I added the words in because I'm using it for my wedding slideshow and I wanted people to understand. I'm going to print off one without the words and frame it for my bedroom.

    Our cake topper! I wanted a monogram, but something more unique than the silver letters with bling
    that I see everywhere. So I got a wooden letter, gold glitter tape, wooden hearts, and tape from Michaels (wooden skewers I already had from the grocery store) and got my craft on. Hopefully the baker can find a way to make all three things stand up.

    Our specialty drink signs. They will be cut apart, put in simply black picture frames, and set on the bar.
    P.S. Have you ever had a John Daly (lemonade, sweet tea, vodka)? Dee-lish!
    Groom toasting flute. I still need to add little black dots for the buttons down the front of the shirt. I would show mine, too, but I made it look like my dress and JD reads this blog :)

    Bottom of the toasting flutes.

    Next up on my craft list is:
    Yarn letters! These were made by Sar at [life of love].
    I love this idea. I plan on making an S and a J (and possibly an ampersand if I can find one) and displaying them on the gift table at our reception.

    (4) Animal Print
    Even though I'll be teaching 6th and 7th graders, I'm channeling my love for scrapbooking, themes, and decorating, and making my classroom THEMED!
    I don't want to go over the top....just a few touches here and there.
    I love these bulletin board borders:

    and this gift wrap from The Container Store (also comes in zebra and crocodile!) to be used as a background for a bulletin board or handmade poster. Let me just say that The Container Store may be one of my Top 10 Favorite Places on Earth! It's an organizers heaven. And, apparently, they have adorable wrapping paper, too. Unfortunately, the closest location is Chicago :( $8.50 for shipping sucks. Maybe JD will swing by and pick it up during his bachelor party in Chi-town?? (Side note to loving fiance: Don't worry, I wouldn't ask you to do that :-P)

    If you see any cute animal print office supplies (folders, notebooks, rugs, storage containers, stationary, etc.) at reasonable prices, leave me a comment! Only 31 days 'til school starts!

    Omg...mini-freak out going on here...31 days....ahh!

    (5) Reading
    I just finished Emily Griffin's Something Blue. I read it in 3-4 sittings because it is that good. I enjoyed Something Borrowed just a tad bit more...maybe because it had more suspense. As soon as I read the last page, I jumped in my library's website and put the next book (Baby Proof) on hold. So excited to get my hands on it!


    Here's to a wonderful week!
    Click the buttons below to join these two awesome link ups :)

    xoxo,
    Sarah


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    Miscellany Monday @ lowercase letters

random pleasures.

    (1) Pinterest.
    It has taken over my life. Seriously. I log on every time I sit down at my computer. My favorite things to pin are DIY projects, recipes, home organization & decor ideas, and classroom ideas. 
    A few of my recent favorites are:
     brownie-oreo-cookie dessert. yum!

     cute care package idea. definitely sending this to my sister at college in the fall!

     classroom reward system. 

    fabulous upgrade for your bookshelf.

    Find me on Pinterest here!

    (2) Big Rich Texas.
     Such unnecessary drama, but I love it. 
    Check it out on the Style network on Sundays at 9/8c.

    (3) Crafts
    Got the idea for this important dates artwork from (where else?) Pinterest. I added the words in because I'm using it for my wedding slideshow and I wanted people to understand. I'm going to print off one without the words and frame it for my bedroom.

    Our cake topper! I wanted a monogram, but something more unique than the silver letters with bling
    that I see everywhere. So I got a wooden letter, gold glitter tape, wooden hearts, and tape from Michaels (wooden skewers I already had from the grocery store) and got my craft on. Hopefully the baker can find a way to make all three things stand up.

    Our specialty drink signs. They will be cut apart, put in simply black picture frames, and set on the bar.
    P.S. Have you ever had a John Daly (lemonade, sweet tea, vodka)? Dee-lish!
    Groom toasting flute. I still need to add little black dots for the buttons down the front of the shirt. I would show mine, too, but I made it look like my dress and JD reads this blog :)

    Bottom of the toasting flutes.

    Next up on my craft list is:
    Yarn letters! These were made by Sar at [life of love].
    I love this idea. I plan on making an S and a J (and possibly an ampersand if I can find one) and displaying them on the gift table at our reception.

    (4) Animal Print
    Even though I'll be teaching 6th and 7th graders, I'm channeling my love for scrapbooking, themes, and decorating, and making my classroom THEMED!
    I don't want to go over the top....just a few touches here and there.
    I love these bulletin board borders:

    and this gift wrap from The Container Store (also comes in zebra and crocodile!) to be used as a background for a bulletin board or handmade poster. Let me just say that The Container Store may be one of my Top 10 Favorite Places on Earth! It's an organizers heaven. And, apparently, they have adorable wrapping paper, too. Unfortunately, the closest location is Chicago :( $8.50 for shipping sucks. Maybe JD will swing by and pick it up during his bachelor party in Chi-town?? (Side note to loving fiance: Don't worry, I wouldn't ask you to do that :-P)

    If you see any cute animal print office supplies (folders, notebooks, rugs, storage containers, stationary, etc.) at reasonable prices, leave me a comment! Only 31 days 'til school starts!

    Omg...mini-freak out going on here...31 days....ahh!

    (5) Reading
    I just finished Emily Griffin's Something Blue. I read it in 3-4 sittings because it is that good. I enjoyed Something Borrowed just a tad bit more...maybe because it had more suspense. As soon as I read the last page, I jumped in my library's website and put the next book (Baby Proof) on hold. So excited to get my hands on it!


    Here's to a wonderful week!
    Click the buttons below to join these two awesome link ups :)

    xoxo,
    Sarah


    Mingle 240


    Miscellany Monday @ lowercase letters

peep toes and flats.

    This post has reminded me of my love for peep toes and flats. I have yet to combine the two and get me some peep toe flats. I think a trip to Payless is in order...






    School Days




     outfit details can be found here:
    School Days by Sarah-Christine

    I made this orange and gray outfit with the first day of school in mind. Something dressy, but comfy. Flats are a must. I would sub the cute flower belt for the fabric tie around the blouse. I need a big bag to throw all my stuff in...Sharpies just because they're my favorite office supply...and Starbucks to start my day off right.

    Because I love Friday's Fancies, Fashion Fridays, and Polyvore oh-so-much, I've created another set. This one showcases my love for blue, white, tan, and gold. I've been really attracted to these colors lately.
    Blue, White, Gold, Tan
     outfit details can be found here:



    Here's what I'm thinking for these outfits:
    (1) Lunch with friends.
    (2) Afternoon at a bookstore, strolling downtown, or a bridal/baby shower.
    (3) Date night with the fiance.
    (4) Again, fancy dinner. This one also gives me the drinks-and-dancing-with-girlfriends vibe. Are you feeling it, too?


    What do you think of my picks? Click the button above to "like" my Friday's Fancies submission. Find my outfit in the link up (# 42!) and give it a thumbs up :)

peep toes and flats.

    This post has reminded me of my love for peep toes and flats. I have yet to combine the two and get me some peep toe flats. I think a trip to Payless is in order...






    School Days




     outfit details can be found here:
    School Days by Sarah-Christine

    I made this orange and gray outfit with the first day of school in mind. Something dressy, but comfy. Flats are a must. I would sub the cute flower belt for the fabric tie around the blouse. I need a big bag to throw all my stuff in...Sharpies just because they're my favorite office supply...and Starbucks to start my day off right.

    Because I love Friday's Fancies, Fashion Fridays, and Polyvore oh-so-much, I've created another set. This one showcases my love for blue, white, tan, and gold. I've been really attracted to these colors lately.
    Blue, White, Gold, Tan
     outfit details can be found here:



    Here's what I'm thinking for these outfits:
    (1) Lunch with friends.
    (2) Afternoon at a bookstore, strolling downtown, or a bridal/baby shower.
    (3) Date night with the fiance.
    (4) Again, fancy dinner. This one also gives me the drinks-and-dancing-with-girlfriends vibe. Are you feeling it, too?


    What do you think of my picks? Click the button above to "like" my Friday's Fancies submission. Find my outfit in the link up (# 42!) and give it a thumbs up :)

i. heart. pinterest.

    Thank you all so much for all the congratulations :) I'm very excited to officially be an education professional!
    Yay for teaching!

    Today, I'm linking up for "Oh, How Pinteresting" Wednesdays at The Vintage Apple :) Grab a few of your favorite pins from the week and join us!

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    Quotes
    it's true.

    Around the House
    Such a great idea.

    Education
    I will not have time to focus on spicing up my binder clips, but this is cute!

    Style Inspiration
    Love Lauren Conrad. Love.

    DIY
    Create your own disposable cupcake holder by cutting X's in a box.

    dee-lish
    Made a special trip to the grocery store just so I could make these last night. They are AMAZING. Put Hershey Kisses on top of twisty pretzels and bake for 3 minutes at 275 degrees on a cookie sheet. Take out of oven and immediately press an M&M on top of each one. Then, place sheet in refrigerator and cool until hardened. Enjoy!

    Beautiful People
    Olivia Wilde is my female celebrity crush.

    Two Hearts Collide
    I want a wedding picture like this!

    Simply Adorable
    JD and I want a bulldog soooooo bad!

    Wedding Hair
    I'm wearing my hair down with loose curls. Hopefully it'll look like this. Possibly pinning a few strands back so it doesn't get in my face. Later in the evening, I plan on pulling it into a side pony like this (side part and poof included, but no braids):



    Find me on Pinterest here.

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