Nursery Design by Look Linger Love

Today I am super excited to have my real life friend, Chassity Evans,  creating a space for baby girl.  We connected a few years ago through our blogs and have been good friends ever since.   If you follow her blog Look Linger Love you know she has some amazing style. Her house is off the hook good y'all.  She has great taste and can really put a room together.  And her daughter Lily is the best dressed little girl around, I hope she is going to pass some old clothes baby girl's way or at least share some style tips with my daughter:)  I had no doubt Chassity would create something I would absolutely be in love with.  This space is perfection!

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 Hi Everyone! I'm so so so happy to be here today talking about Natalie's Baby Girl. I love her already and I haven't even officially met her. How lucky she will be to have Sterling as a big bro (I mean, imagine all the good looking friends he will have). Sorry Natalie and Matt.

   Anyway, thanks for inviting me to design a nursery board for your little gal, Natalie. I hope you like it!   

 

white rattan mirror

ducduc dresser

mask print

waterway painting

marmont pendant

multi stripe throw

ombre waves drapes

paddle stripe rug

jess brown doll

wooden pink car

sidetable/stool

ducduc oslo crib

So some of you might know how much I love The Land of Nod. And I really love the new DucDuc line they just released. Such a good looking modern line.They also have a great collection of toys and things - especially Jess Brown dolls. Lilly has one that she LOVES.

That Marmont Pendant is a really versatile light - I have it in my powder room and a friend of mine has it in her hallway. Oh and that stripe rug is pretty great too - reminds me a lot of the Madeline Weinrib rug that's so popular. And you might have noticed that a chair is missing in the moldboard. I couldn't fit it in at the end but I highly recommend this Joya Rocker that we have in Fletcher's room. I love it for it's small shape and good looks. It has a nice smooth rock to it. I love this white leather version, too.

And because I'm getting this post to Nat super late and figure I outta go above and beyond for this guest post, I thought I'd throw in a few fun extras that I think Baby Girl Mason would love.

neon stars sleep sack, hooded towel, striped one piece

striped baby booties, jellycat ostrich, polka dot baby booties

noodle & boo set, tane baby leggings, baby journal

Just like how you can't have enough comfy onesies, nor can you have enough little booties. And have you smelled Noodle & Boo products before? They are intoxicatingly good. And we have a jellycat cow and I bet it's the softest stuffed animal we have in our house.

Can't wait to meet baby girl!

Nursery Design by Comfy Cozy Couture

To kick off our Nursery Design Series, I asked my blogging friend Dominque from Comy Cozy Couture to create a mood board for Baby girl.  I still can't believe we have not met in person yet- we are going to make that happen next time I am in Charlotte for real!!  Dominque has insane taste and can find an amazing bargain like no other.  Every score she instagrams I wish it was mine.  I knew she would create something very pretty for baby girl:)

Hi...Dominique here from Comfy Cozy Couture! I was so thrilled when Natalie asked me to create a nursery for baby Mason #2. She is one of my favorite bloggers and the most stylish mama to be, right?! I knew she wanted lavender + gray in her little girl's nursery so that was my inspiration for the design! Thanks Natalie for having me over!

Serena and Lily Liberty Crib | S&L Malibu Chandelier | Dwell Studio sheepskin rug  | Lay Baby Lay Prints | Chenille dot drapery | Wingback convertible rocker | RH baby garment-dyed diamond quilt + sheets | Pratt & Lambert Quartz Moon paint | Chevron Rug | Gold Moroccan pouf | John Robshaw bindhi fabric (to the trade) | Ellie side table | 

Weekend Style Files: Fall Budget Buys Under $100

I love Fall. I get so excited about shopping for my Fall wardrobe. While I do like to invest in some nice pieces, it is fun to find some budget pieces to mix in. I rounded up a few of my Fall favorites all for under $100- except the Leopard Jacket it is $128, but I had to include it, its pretty darn fabulous. I own the BB Dakota Jace Cut-Out Back Dress in the green and it is amazing- anyone pregnant it will totally work while pregnant and after.   Such a steal for the price.  It looks great paired with booties and a leather jacket.

 Scroll thru to see all my Fall Budget picks!
Happy Saturday!
 

Project Nursery Update

 I am having the best time putting together baby girl's nursery.  There is something so fun about decorating a child's room.  While I am on vacation next week I have asked some of my favorite bloggers and friends and to compile mood boards for Baby Mason's Nursery.  I can't wait to see what they put together, I know it will be fabulous!  Hopefully some of you preggo ladies can gain some inspiration from their designs!

In the meantime I thought I would share some of the progress we have made on the nursery and few fun things we have bought to accessorize with.

This is our main artwork for the nursery that my sister gave us.  It is a huge abstract painting and the colors go perfectly with what I am envisioning.  The lamp and elephant were from Sterling's nursery, it is always nice to reuse things when you can and save money.

The wooden piece underneath was a piece of furniture I picked out from my grandfather's house after he passed away.   It is so special to me.  It will be the changing table. The stuff sitting on top of it is not staying there, we just set it there til we are ready to finalize the room.

I found the brass tray at Target and it is amazing.  I highly recommend for any room in your house.  I am going to use it to sit lotion and wipes etc on for the changing table.

[ THRESHOLD GOLD SNAKESKIN EMBOSSED TRAY]

 I also found this fabulous gold side table from Target that I plan to use beside our rocking chair.  That way I can set a drink or book on it while I nurse or rock the baby.

[THRESHOLD GOLD TABLE]

This mirror I snagged at Homegoods will most likely hang above the changing table.

I selected this Waverly fabric, Seeing Spots Noir,  for our rocking chair.   The rocking chair was my great mothers that we also used in Sterling's nursery and we are just recovering it.

 You might remember our rug from Lulu and Georgia I showed a few weeks ago.  I am so excited about it, it is such a fabulous rug.  This weekend Lulu and Georgia is having a Labor Day sale and you get 25% off anything you order.  Use code LABORDAY25 when you check out.

[LULU AND GEORGIA INK DYE RUG]

I picked up these Serena and Lily Baskets for storage in the nursery.  They are even better in person than I thought they would be.

[SERENA AND LILY ROUND BELLY BASKETS]

We are using this Biscuit Home Crib Sheet with lilac dots.

[KATIE CRIB SHEET]

 And this West Elm Mongolian Lamb Pillow will either go on rocking chair or crib.

[WEST ELM MONGOLIAN LAMB PILLOW]

All I really have left to do is select curtains, a few other pieces of artwork, and find a light fixture.  I also need brass pulls for our white dresser- any suggestions where to find cool brass pulls?

I am debating between these two Lulu and Georgia Light Fixtures.  I really like them both just not sure what will look best in the space.

[RIHANNON LAMP | LYRA LAMP]

And I had to share to an adorable outfit I snagged for baby girl on major sale at GAP, because what nursery is complete without a well stocked closet??  I just adore the little pom-poms on this.  You can get additional 15% off your order at GAP with code GAPNEW
[SWISS DOT TOP | SWISS DOT BLOOMERS ]

Have a fabulous weekend!  I am off to pack and get ready for vacay!
xoxo

Thoughts For Thursday

Happy Thursday Friends. I am so excited because my whole family gets in town tomorrow and we head for our week long family vacay Saturday. This year we are just headed to Isle of Palms, a quick drive for us. As close as we live to Isle of Palms I never venture over that way so I can't wait to try out some restaurants and shop over there- any locals send me recs! 

If you follow me on Instagram you already saw these two dresses but I had to share because they are both fabulous and a great deal.  Both are not maternity but work well with a bump.

[Forever 21 Southwest Shift Dress] 

I bought a size Medium for those curious.  Not pregnant I would have bought a small but I wanted room to wear it for awhile.

[Zara Floral Neoprene Dress]

I got in small in this dress.  It is super stretchy.  However not sure I will still be able to wear it nine months pregnant but for now it works.  I love this dress so much!

Have you heard of the candy line DELISH?  Well it is incredible.  Mom and I found it Walgreens and promptly went back for more.  Highly recommend.

Per several recommendations I started reading Marcus Samulesson's Memoir,  Yes Chef.   It is such a good read and a great insight into the food industry.  Any books I should download for our beach trip next week?  I usually read 3-4 books on our beach trips!

In the past week, I have made Gwennie's Roasted Cauliflower and Chick Peas Recipe.  It is insanely good.  It is from her cookbook, Its All Good.  I have to say I have been very impressed with both her cookbooks, all the recipes I have tried have been really good.

 As if I needed another reason to shop, ShopBop just marked down sale items even more.  Check out the sale HERE.  I have been eyeing this Joie top forever and now it is 40% off.  I love the blush pink color, but the spicy orange would be cute for fall.  I have this Joie Dress and have loved it this summer, it is super lightweight and comfy,  now on sale too.
{Joie Keannate Blouse}

I am tempted to snag this tie dye Joie Dress too because it could totally be worn into the Fall with a blazer or leather jacket!  It is 40% off too!  Good deals to be found HERE.
{Joie Fori Dress}

How cute are these cookies for the Holidays?  I am always trying to think of cute ways to package goodies for the holidays and love this!  Would also be cute as a party favor.

Pretty Please do me a favor and go vote for my friend Julia Ryan (aka Pawleys Island Posh) to win the Serena and Lily Room Makeover.  Her little girl Wells so deserves this!  You can vote HERE, it takes like two seconds.  and if you feel crazy you can vote once an hour up to 10 times a day.  Help my good friend out!

Have a good Thursday!
xoxo

Obsessed: Missoni Mixed Zig Zag Scarf On Super Sale!

Last Christmas my mom gave all us girls a Missoni Infinity Scarf. I lived in mine this winter, like wore it with workout clothes, regular clothes, everything!!  I think I wore it everyday.   When I saw this on sale at Shopbop I knew I needed to scarf it up (no pun intended). Missoni stuff on sale goes fast.   It is now 60% off so, snag one before they are gone!  The blue colors are even more beautiful in person.

[MISSONI ZIG ZAG SCARF] 

This scarf would make a great gift too, I am already starting to Christmas shop, I have to space it out to budget!

Here are 4 other options on super sale. Happy Shopping!

No Bake Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes

This is one of the best desserts I have ever made, hands down. It was super easy and no baking required.  Matt and I could not stop stuffing our faces with these tasty little treats.  Added bonus they look really professional, right?  I was impressed with myself for whipping these together, but truth is it was easy!   If you love Key Lime Pie you will absolutely adore this dessert.  They can be made ahead of time and kept in the freezer.  Just take them out and put them in the fridge about an hour before you want to serve them.  Try and eat just one, I dare you!

:: N O   B A K E  M I N I  K E Y  L I M E  C H E E S E C A K E S ::

adapted via Delish

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/3 cup bottled key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 (8 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

1. Line 12 muffin pan cups with paper liners.
2. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and and melted butter. Press one tablespoon of crumbs into the bottom of each liner.
3. With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
4. Add the condensed milk and lime juice and mix well.
5. Fold in the lime zest and 1 cup of the whipped topping.
6. Divide the mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups. Cover pan with foil or plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours.
7. Remove cheesecakes from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Peel off the paper liners and garnish with whipped cream and sliced lime, if desired.

- See more at: http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2013/03/mini-no-bake-key-lime-cheesecakes.html#sthash.XZ6s5bIR.dpuf

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/3 cup bottled key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 (8 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

1. Line 12 muffin pan cups with paper liners.
2. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and and melted butter. Press one tablespoon of crumbs into the bottom of each liner.
3. With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
4. Add the condensed milk and lime juice and mix well.
5. Fold in the lime zest and 1 cup of the whipped topping.
6. Divide the mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups. Cover pan with foil or plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours.
7. Remove cheesecakes from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Peel off the paper liners and garnish with whipped cream and sliced lime, if desired.

- See more at: http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2013/03/mini-no-bake-key-lime-cheesecakes.html#sthash.XZ6s5bIR.dpuf

Ingredients

Crust

• 3/4 cup(s) graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoon(s) (unsalted) butter, melted

Filling

• 8 ounce(s) (reduced-fat) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can(s) (14-oz.) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup(s) (bottled) key lime juice (I used the juice from large regular limes)
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 container(s) (8-oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed
• lime slices and/or lime zest, for garnish, optional 

Directions

1. Line 12 cupcake cups with foil liners. Stir graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl to combine. Spoon 1 Tbsp. of the mixture into each liner, pressing it down to make the crust.
2. With an electric mixer on low speed, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until creamy, about 30 seconds. Add the condensed milk and key lime juice, and blend on medium speed until just combined, 20 to 30 seconds. Add 1 cup of the whipped topping and lime zest and blend on low speed for 15 seconds longer.
3. Spoon mixture evenly into liners. Cover pan with plastic and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving; peel off liners and dollop 1 Tbsp. remaining whipped topping on each cake. Garnish with lime slices, if you like.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/3 cup bottled key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 (8 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

- See more at: http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2013/03/mini-no-bake-key-lime-cheesecakes.html#sthash.XZ6s5bIR.dpuf