favorite: budget eyeshadow

I picked this little guy up on a whim before a holiday party, and turns out...it's my new favorite! These 4 colors are all you need for NYE and beyond. I love patting a little white and gold on my bare lid for everyday, and the black and copper make the perfect smoky eye. What more can you ask for at $10.99!

oh the snow

I had forgotten just how beautiful Colorado is. This is the view from our balcony.

sending you a christmas card

What started out as a silly joke, has now turned into an Adams family tradition. Every other year we choose a theme, pick out a few holiday karaoke tracks, and record a cd that then becomes our Christmas card. This year as you can tell, it was 80's theme! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from me and Mr. Matty! I am looking forward to more fun things to share in 2010!

merry christmas to me

This may be old news, but I just learned that the next Target partnership to hit stores will be none other than Liberty of London! (eek!) I am a huge fan of this sweet brand of prints from across the pond. Read more about all the products to hit shelves March 14th here!

dear melodie

Lately I have been getting a few emails from readers asking for some thrifty fashion ideas. Here is one below. Please comment if you have other ideas for Jaime! If you have a question you would like answered, send me an email, I will post it here on the blog and let other readers give tips as well!


Dear Melodie,
I have spent HOURS looking online for a cute dress for NYE. I haven't been able to find ANYTHING that i like that's affordable! I have looked on etsy, amazon, alloy, delias, target and tons of other places. Do you have any more ideas? I'd love something retro-ish... I love shirtdresses... and I like short sleeves or cap sleeves (i feel naked in straps)... and I'm looking to spend less than $40. any ideas? P.s. I love this one below from J.Crew but don't want to spend that much.



Dear Jaime,
I too love that dress from J.CREW. Here is a similar dress from Converse for Target, and it's only $34.99! Add some great jewelry, and a fabulous shoe, and you are all set! P.s. it also comes in black and pink! Happy NYE!

glitterati

I am currently obsessed with everything glitter...especially this polish! When I went to look for it at a store in Nashville, the saleswoman told me, "I only buy polish that will sell". Well someone is buying because they are sold out everywhere online until January 1st.

thrift score thursday: holiday edition

Look at this cute vintage Christmas card holder I snagged at an estate sale.

holiday must-have

Isn't this the cutest headband ever? I am currently obsessed with everything bows and am in love with this green!! It reminds me of the color of my kitchen-aid mixer!

rock the vote

Dear Readers, my ornament wreath has been entered into a contest on the Eddie Ross Blog. I am so thrilled and would love for you to go and vote for my wreath so I can win a piece from the Eddie Ross butler pantry! Thanks in advance! Go here and vote for mine, #2, but hurry voting ends tomorrow by 8pm ET.

deep in the heart of texas

Over the weekend, Mr. Matty and I traveled to Texas for a family wedding. After a recommendation from a friend, we stayed at the Cedar Mountain Lodge Bed and Breakfast. This place was a great reminder why Texas is one of the most peaceful and friendliest places on earth! The staff bent over backwards making sure we had all we needed, and treated us like family. The accommodations, food, and natural surroundings make you feel instantly at home. If you are looking for a great getaway while in Texas, travel to Cedar Mountain Lodge.

dear santa

Just a few things on my list.....






{roberts radio, vintage hairstyling book, sephora play palette, timex bracelet watch, kate spade bag, 1959 ford ranch wagon}

the tree

My new pink tree is finally decorated!

DIY: the eddie ross wreath

My Wreath

Eddie's Wreath

Every since seeing this wreath by the brilliant Eddie Ross...I just had to have it! I spent all last year snagging ornaments at goodwill and at after season sales. I even scored a few vintage ones for less than a buck! I am in love with the final product and think it's one of the easiest projects with the most punch! I would like to offer a few tips.

1) When shaping your wire hanger, it's easier to do this while the hanger is still connected giving you more control to make it a perfect circle. Once you have your shape like you like it, then undo the hanger.

2) Make sure you have enough little ornaments. These are key in filling in dead air and making the wreath look full.

3) I wouldn't recommend hanging this wreath on a door that's gets a lot of use for fear of smashed ornaments.

Thanks to Eddie for such wonderful inspiration! Find his tutorial here.

stay tuned....

A new DIY is on it's way soon! Here is a preview.

another reason

I'm asking Santa for an iphone. The Kate Spade iphone agenda app.

(on a side note, I feel like this week has kicked my butt! I will be back in full force next week!)

help portrait

Our friend Jeremy started a wonderful new movement called Help Portrait. On December 12th, photographers from all over the world will be using their photography skills to give back to their community. Photographers will grab their cameras, find people in need, and take their picture. When the prints are ready they will be delivered. Are you a photographer? Watch the video above and get ready to be inspired.

customer service hero

Today I needed to return a package to Modcloth, and when I called, I was blown away by their excellent customer service. The sweet girl also informed me they now offer FREE returns! I am now an even bigger fan of this fabulous company. If only they could provide a customer service class to Sprint and Comcast.

double duty bootie

If you have money to spend and are stumped on what to get a girl this Christmas, go with these. File them under the "why didn't I think of that" category.

happy thanksgiving

I am off to visit family for the holiday and wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! It was a little over a year ago that I started this blog and I am very thankful to each and every one of you who takes time to read it! I will be back Monday with some great DIY projects just in time for Christmas!

{image via vln}

mom and betty

A little over a month ago, my father and I were both diagnosed with celiac disease. This means no wheat, gluten, barley, rye, and oats...translation....no flour. I am very thankful for a mom who has searched heaven and earth for ways to make this year's Thanksgiving dinner taste like it has for the past 30 years. The ultimate excitement was finding out Betty Crocker now has gluten free mixes. I tried the chocolate chip cookie mix and couldn't believe my taste buds. The cookies didn't taste any different from other chocolate chip cookies, except for Kayce's...girl can make one crazy delicious chocolate chip cookie. But thank you Mom and Betty for making life and meals a little more normal this holiday season!

dear fall

I am not ready for you to say goodbye. Your colors are amazing and continue to leave me in awe every year! As I begin this week of thanks, you are at the top of my list.

so clever

{via bookshelf}

thrift score thursday

A super fun straw for my upcoming Christmas party! Get them here!

{image via bakeitpretty}

what I want now

A little jacket with a lot of sequins!
{from top: topshop, free people, urban outfitters, victorias secret}

go fish

I was telling a friend the other day how huge a fan I am of a nude fishnet. I felt the need to explain because the word fishnet to some, conjures up images of can-can girls and bargain bins at Hot Topic. As the temperatures begin to cool and your outfit doesn't call for tights, a nude fishnet is your best friend. One of my favorite bloggers, Jessica of What I Wore, illustrates this to perfection. Check out her other amazing looks here.

DIY: glitter houses

This weekend some of my girlfriends and I had a craft day. We each had things we wanted to work on for Christmas and decided it would be more fun to work over food, candy, and girl talk. This year since Mr. Matty bought me this, I decided it would be fun to make miniature ones of these to hang on our tree. Here is how I did it!

First I bought some of these paper houses from Michael's. Martha gives your stencils on how to make your own here, but I wanted these ornaments made this century, so I cheated and bought them already assembled.

Once "assembled" paint them whatever colors you like. I chose pastels.

Once painted, sprinkle them with iridescent glitter for an overall sheen. On some I also chose to use silver glitter just to mix it up a bit. (p.s. the Martha glitter is still my favorite)

Then use spray adhesive and sprinkle larger iridescent glitter all over. (p.s.s. not the best idea to give yourself a manicure before this project. I learned the hard way)

The finished product.

{thanks to Megan for hosting and the live action shots}