HAPPY WEEKEND

Well that was a nice short week. Any fun plans for the weekend? I'll be spending some time with friends, continuing to pack up my house and attending a mix party {see photos from the last one here}. So far 2013 is off to a pretty good start. 

 Isn't this pub adorable? I took this in Nevada City on my way up to Tahoe. I'll be sharing more photos from my trip next week. Until then...happy weekend! 

NEW YEAR, NEW HOME

1. Rosegold Flatware $39
2. Bentwood Pendant $169
3. Organic Sheet Set $119
4. Midcentury Dresser $799
5. Dunham Sofa $1,599
6. Kasbah Rug $499

West Elm has all kinds of new things I've got my eye on like that amazing Kasbah Rug or that Rosegold Flatware. Since I'll be moving out of my house soon I've got decorating ideas swirling around my head. I'm getting a little ahead of myself since I have yet to even find a place, but I'm trying to stay positive that the right place will pop up soon. I'm going to see a few this weekend and fingers crossed one of them will be right. 


BONNE ANNÉE

Happy new year my friends! I just got back from Tahoe and while it was very hard to leave, I am quite thrilled to be back sleeping in my own bed. Now that the holidays are over it's time for me to get serious again about finding a new place and tackling my ever growing inbox. Have I mentioned how excited I am about this new year ahead? Lot's of big changes are on the horizon, some scary and some welcomed. What are you most looking forward to about this new year?

LATELY

Today I am driving up north to meet a few friends before we head up to Tahoe. It's a long drive to do alone, but I've made sure I've got music and a few audiobooks to keep me company. 
As this year comes to a close I can't help but get sentimental. I don't want my breakup to overshadow what an incredible year I've had. I try to remind myself that one day, I'll look back on this time and be grateful for all the lessons it's taught me. Every sadness or disappointment that I've had in my life has brought me somewhere even better than I could have imagined. A day will come where everything will feel right, and all of this will make sense. Here is a little look at my life of late and a few of the sweet things making me smile... 
Happy Weekend! xo

CABIN STYLE

one. mountain parka $169
two. faux fur hat $49.50
three. gloves $19.99
four. denim shirt $139.50
five. toothpick cords $98
six. shearwater boots $148
seven. snowshoes $299
eight. camp socks $16.50
Very soon I'll be heading to Lake Tahoe to spend new years with friends. It's been far too long since I've seen snow and even longer since it was not of the city variety. I am very much looking forward to the wintery change of scenery and of course spending time with some of my oldest friends. My wardrobe is seriously lacking in cold weather clothing, so I'm crossing my fingers I've packed appropriately. 

SWEET. SWEETER. SWEETEST.

Sweet. Maslo Cocktail Ring $28
Sweeter. Maslo Ice Earrings $28
Sweetest. Maslo Risico Necklace $168
Since it's Christmas Eve I thought I would give you something sparkly. I braved the crowds the other day and did some last minute shopping. You wouldn't believe the long line of men at the jewelry counter. I couldn't help but laugh to myself. 

Wishing you all a very merry, cozy night!

HAPPY WEEKEND

Happy weekend my dears! I'm off to Ojai today to spend the holiday with my family. I'm hoping while I'm there I'll have more time to do important things, like relax, cook and of course Instagram. My sister will be home for Christmas this year and I'm so looking forward to creating an epic gingerbread house {our tradition} to outshine all from years past. We'll see how creative we can get. Do you have any family traditions you're looking forward to most over the holiday?

 photo via

WANTED. GREY & WOOD

one. wyeth chair $1,530
two. organic root mirror $330
three. dotted trellis pillow $80
four. geometric notebook $18
five. soapstone globe $368
six. john vogel bench $499
seven. crafted plate $40 for 4
eight. five beacons lamp $498
nine. moroccan stool $129
Maybe it's all of these chilly, overcast days we've been having, but I'm loving the wintery combination of grey and wood. Grey can be cold at times, but mixed with natural wooden pieces in the home immediately makes it more inviting. 

SWEET. SWEETER. SWEETEST.

Sweet. Francis Headband $69.50
Sweeter. Snowbank Cap $68
Sweetest. Gloria Hat $59.50
Hello my dears. Happy monday to you! Life and work have been crazy busy, which to be honest I'm thrilled about, but I'm having a hard time keeping up. I'm heading home on friday for the holidays and I have about a zillion things I need to accomplish before then. I'm so looking forward to a peaceful week in Ojai where I can finally catching up on blogging and spend time with my family. What are you looking forward to most over the holidays?

SWEET SOUND // 14

1. The Raveonettes // Curse The Night
2. Wild Nothing // Midnight Song
3. Lower Dens // I Get Nervous
4. Blackbird Blackbird // It's A War
5. Porcelain Raft // Drifting In And Out
6. New Order // Ceremony
7. Beach House // Wild
8.Youth Lagoon // Afternoon
9. Radiation City // Find It Of Use

 {listen on 8tracks or spotify}
I put together this mix for all of you who might be getting a little sick of Christmas music, or at least want to take a day off. This mix is kind of dreamy with a lo-fi sound. I hope you enjoy it.

photo by mark borthwick

LATELY

The quote "when one door closes another one opens" has rung very true for me these days. The last few weeks have brought on all kinds of interesting opportunities and photo jobs and I couldn't be more grateful. It feels like the universe is at work. 
I'm quite happy the weekend is here, aren't you? I'm looking forward to finishing up my Christmas shopping and spending time with friends. Here is a little look at my life of late and a few of the sweet things making me smile...
Happy Weekend! xo