Sunday, October 27, 2013

Trying something new...

Hey guys ok so my blog is mainly for me to write all my like dislikes + for me to express myself. So I am trying this new thing, I have a style that changes as much as the seasons + I can't pick out just one type (bohemian, chic, hipster, edgy, etc...) I feel like I have many different styles just depends on the day so what better way to express yourself other than posting about it for the world to see. Ok it makes me nervous to do this but I have had several tell me this is what I should start to do. It is going to take some getting used to but I will let you know where everything is from. I have had several blogging inspirations such as the amazing blog of Twist Me Pretty, Cara Loren, The Parrish Place, The Day Book Blog and many more! So bare with me as I start this new exciting journey of the blogging world.

Ok so here it goes! This first post is about a little bit of vintage accessories (ok more like little treasures out of my parents closet that they don't like) + some personal touches with them! ps don't mind the squinting it was SO bright outside!









Top: Graphic camera tee from urbanoutfitters.com
Vest: h&m.com
Pants: bohme.com
Shoes: steve maddens
Jewelry: citizen watch, and earrings compliments of my moms from the 80's and necklace is Bolo Tie (yes I said that) from dad's dresser! ;) I love finding new gems that I can use to add a little flair.
Thanks for coming!
xoxo {kal}

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Day Dreaming of New Projects to fill my house with....

So as I am sitting here looking at apartment listings for Glendale AZ, yes I did say that. Side note: Jake was accepted to the first TWO (thats right, my smarty pants) schools he interviewed with + both were in AZ. He accepted Midwestern's acceptance + so far this is where we will be ending up if we dont here from the other schools. We are still waiting to hear from Duke, Alabama + U of U. Side note over.

ANYWAYS, I love looking through + getting inspiration on what to possibly do with a smaller space, the kitchen, den, bedroom, etc... So as far as the den goes or work area however we call it, I've been trying to come up with ideas on getting the best workspace in small spaces. Right now our computer sits on a little side table that barely fits a book next to it so we would like to do something different + I have found a few ideas searching the web. Here are just a few:

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I LOVE the color + the size of this, it can easily fit in any room almost.

http://fancy.com/things/271006077/DecoCrush
This does not show space and size of this wood tabletop but I do love the great length on this + how even something simple can look so timeless at the same time. 

http://www.sunset.com/home/decorating/great-ideas-for-home-shelves-00400000039111/page29.html
Ok so I do like this idea if the space in your house just isn't there, take a closet add shelving to it + there you go! If the closet doors seem to make it small take them off + add in a curtain just to cover the space when needed for when you have company over.

http://www.thefabguide.com/10-organised-home-office-ideas/
Again so simple but a great use of a smaller space, I love the way white looks with everything + slight pop of color in there with the chair + flowers! 

http://www.thefabguide.com/10-organised-home-office-ideas/
For sure one of my top favs, actually I am trying to find the tables to try + recreate this, perfect for a small space, corner or anywhere in your house + more than enough room to lay everything out that you need.


Ok so if any of you are looking for new ideas for new office space here you go. All of these are amazing + there are so many out there to choose from so go have fun redecorating or organizing your office space I know I will. Pictures will be posted once it is finished!

Making a list of all your projects is a great thing to do that way you will not get sidetracked from your goals. Here is my list:

reorganizing my den
picture wall in my kitchen/living room area
bedroom makeover
changing color scheme of living room and kitchen
kitchen organization
making new pillows for my couch
guest bathroom 
2nd bedroom

see I have too many i feel like, but you need to start somewhere right!

xoxo {kal}



Monday, July 29, 2013

Kicking Summer Off With a BANG!!


Hello all...

Ok so now that the summer is half way through! I hope everyone has had a great one so far! So I decided to FINALLY post about our summer trips... I know right, Gosh Kal why do you have to a procrastinator. haha. Ok so in May once Jake finished with his semester we went straight to Hawaii with his family and oh my gosh it was so beautiful and so fun! I want to go back it feels like it is just a dream! We were there for a week and boy it was a much needed break! It was so fun drom day one we all had a blast together. The first full day we were there we did Road to Hana and that was so beautiful if you like scenery you would like this drive, but if you dont like sitting in a car for hours then maybe not so much. It was so fun to see the beautiful scenery, waterfalls, and beaches. Even though we almost died (the roads are dirt roads leaving Hana and barely big enough for one car so scary especially on a cliff.) on the way from Hana we survived the long drive and it was a day to remember! The next day we did a much needed beach day! We just sat around and was lazy by far one of the favorite days! Day 3 more beach and a Luau, day 4 beach, beach and more beach day 5 we did a snorkle adventure which is always fun and then day 6 we had to say good by but we ended it by going to the national forest and saw some beautiful scenery! Hawaii is gorgeous i would live there if I could! So here are the much needed pics from our vacation! Enjoy! Aloha!




The view from our balcony and the hotel! Amazeballs! 







Best Shaved Ice ever! 



Luau fun!


Road to Hana fun


someone clearly did not enjoy the drive ;)
Goofballs on the beach! 

                                           


I feel as though I will never know what 6-11 means, one day hopefully

I Love this girl to death! 





I seriously love my in laws so much, couldn't of asked for better people


thinks he's tough... hmmm





we like to be weird
Bubba gumps

snorkel fun

or day of burning 



Iao Needle! seriously so pretty! The greenest place ever! so pretty!