A Few Favorite Christmas Gifts + Recent Outfits on Sale

I hope everyone had a fabulous Christmas!  We are still enjoying some downtime since the kids are out of school for the next week.  We had a great Christmas and I will try and share a few pictures later this week.

Today I wanted to share a few gifts that I received and LOVE!

Sweater (Similar) | Jeans | Sneakers | Necklace

These sneakers were a gift and I love them!  I am officially hooked on the slip on sneaker trend.  They are so comfortable and of course I love the blush velvet.  I would say to go up a half size as these run slightly on the small side.

Sneakers

I also really love this metallic version.  They are next on my wish list.

Sterling and Frances gave me this necklace for Christmas and it means so much to me.  Sterling said it looked just like my style:)  I have been wearing it alone but I think it would also look greta layered with a few thin, long gold necklaces. 

Necklace | Earrings

Arm candy I treated myself to.  Sometimes you have to gift yourself right??  I mentioned this watch last week and I have really been loving having a watch.  It is nice not to have to dig my phone out to figure out what time it is.  It also comes in a version with a white face as well.

I have been wearing the thin gold and rose gold bracelets everyday, they are great alone or stacked.

Watch | Gold+ Rose Gold bangles | pave diamond bangle

Nordstrom just started their half yearly sale and so many great things are now on sale.

This Vince sweater was another Christmas gift and it is now 40% off. I am wearing the cinnamon stick color in size XS.  I wore it yesterday for some after Christmas shopping.

Sweater  40% off| Tee | Leggings | Booties

Christmas Eve I wore this velvet off shoulder top that is now only $23.  It also comes in black.

Off Shoulder Top

This blouse was not a Christmas gift but I did want to share because it is was just reduced again and now 60% off.  I own the black and white.  It is such a gorgeous blouse!  Vince can do no wrong in my book!  Sizing wise it runs slightly on the large side so size down, I am wearing a size 2.

Crewneck Blouse

  

My sister was sweet enough to give me this wine stopper and tea maker- she clearly reads my blog: and knows what I like)

The wine stopper is really gorgeous in person.

Agate Stopper

I am waiting till we get back to Charleston to open up and use this tea maker but I am so excited about it.  I drink iced tea everyday and I love the modern look of it.

Tea Maker

I also received this Zella top in pink.  You may remember I have the black version.  It is perfect to toss on over your workout clothes.  Lightweight and really soft!   The black and white are basically sold out but the pink is in stock in all sizes since it is a new color and just released. 

Zella Twist Front Top

Lots of Ugg items are now reduced. 

Ugg Slippers 

Ugg Slippers

Ugg Robe

This Ugg set is not on sale but I wish I had seen it to give my sister for Christmas.  It makes such a cute gift with the eye mask and blanket.  Perfect for anyone who travels often.

Ugg Travel Set

Thanks to Nordstrom for partnering on this post.

Loaded Cheese Wafers + Ruffle Tee + Holiday Bling + Merry Christmas

TGIF and Happy almost Christmas!

Sterling and Frances Moon are so excited.  Every morning when they wake up they ask me how many days until Santa comes!  I for one am gonna be happy when Fred our Elf heads back to the North pole.  I have woken up in a panic several times because I forgot to move him.  and man I am tired of trying to think of creative ways to  place him around the house!  Last night my parents took over!  

I wanted to share the recipe for an appetizer my mom made last night.  These little cheese crackers were so good and my mom said they were easy to make.  They are the perfect nibble for happy hour or a holiday party.

|| L O A D E D   C H E E S E  W A F E R S ||

- 8 oz grated cheddar cheese

- 1 cup crushed sour cream and onion chips

- 1 package bacon bits

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  Let the cheese come to room temperature before mixing.  Mix together with hands.  Drop on parchment paper in small balls.  After they bake a few minutes pull from oven and flatten out with a fork.  Bake until brown.

They are great alone but if you want to jazz them up a bit you can serve them with a dollop of bacon jam on top.  This bacon jam is our favorite.  I bought a few jars out at Kiawah last year and my parents loved it so much they ordered more. 

Bacon Jam

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This was a recent outfit.   I ordered this tee and really like it.  With online orders you never know but I was pleasantly surprised with this one for the price-  only $24!  It comes in 3 other colors and is super soft.  I am wearing the US 6.

Ruffle Tee | Jeans | Earrings

My earrings were a huge hit with my nephew Rutledge:)  i am planning on wearing them again tonight to a party.  They are super lightweight and not heavy at all.

I finally bought a watch.  It has been years since I wore a watch but I got the itch for one.  I knew I wanted a mesh band and this one is a great price.  It also comes in silver and with a white face.  I liked how flat the watch laid and that I could actually read the time!  You can still get the watch and my first two bracelets by Christmas Eve if you order by noon today.

Watch |  Rose Gold Bracelet | Gold Bracelet | Crystal Bracelet | Cable Bracelet

Here is the watch with the white face.

White Face Watch

The kids got to open a few early gifts from my Aunt and Uncle.  They were so excited:)  Sterling can never have too many legos, I swear that is all he asked for.

 Frances Moon likes anything princess related.

I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas.

Christmas Day Breakfast Ideas

Today I wanted some share some great ideas for Christmas morning breakfast.  Many of these I have made and love and a few are on my list to make soon! 4 days til the big day!  

S UN D R I E D  T O M A T O  + S A U S A G E   E G G  C A S S E R O L E

This is my go-to breakfast casserole it is so good!

S P I N A C H   A R T I C H O K E   E G G  C A S S E R O L E

This is a great meat free option.   

C I N N A M O N  F R E N C H  T O A S T  C A S S E R O L E

C R E S C E N T  R O L L   C A S S E R O L E

Layer a roll of crescent rolls in the bottom of baking dish.  Top with cooked crumbled sausage (I use the hot kind), then top with two cups of cheese (I do a blend of mozzarella and Gouda).  Whisk 6 eggs with one cup of milk and pour over everything.  Bake at 400 degrees about 25 minutes. 

S L O W C O O K E R  B R E A K F A S T  C A S S E R O L E

I have made this and it is great.

B R E A K F A S T  E N C H I L A D A  B A K E

B I S C U I T S + G R A V Y  C A S S E R O L E

M I N I  C I N N A M O N  R O L L S

H A M + C H E E S E  P A S T R Y  R O L L S

F U N F E T T I  C I N N A M O N  R O L L S

I would totally do red and green sprinkles instead.

B A C O N + C H E D D A R  G R I T S  Q U I C H E

B R E A K F A S T  P I E S

B R E A K F A S T  B U R R I T O S

C H E E S Y P O T A T O  B A K E  W I T H   E G G S

Our Christmas Cards + Last Minute Shopping

I finally finished addressing our Christmas cards yesterday.  I was a little late to the game but hey they will be shipped before Christmas!  

I always use Minted for our Christmas cards.  The quality is the best and I love all their foil pressed designs.   

Gold Foil Cards

If you have not done your Christmas cards they have so many cute New Years card options.  I especially love these 3.

2017 Foil Pressed

Be Amazing

Happy New Year

Many places are running great sales right now and still promising delivery before this weekend.  

LOFT 

40% off with code FESTIVE40. Today is the last day to get your items via free standard shipping before Christmas.

I tried on this hoodie and fell in love with it.  It is the softest thing ever!  Also comes in black and cream.

Terry Hoodie

I also ordered this stripe blouse.

Stripe Blouse

How gorgeous is this white blouse?  I am a sucker for a white blouse.

White Blouse

Plaid Blanket Scarf

JCREW

40% off with code GIFTNOW.  This is also the last day for free standard shipping.

Sequin Top

I am obsessed with this for New Years.

Nightshirt

These nightshirts are my favorite. I own a few of them and they feel like sleeping in your softest tee shirt.

NORDSTROM

Free shipping by Christmas Eve if you order by tomorrow.

Stripe Poncho

Under $50

Aztec Scarf

This has been a favorite scarf of mine this Fall.  It is now 40% off and only $14!  Such a great gift idea.

Hanna Andersson Holiday PJs are now 40% off.  There are only a few sizes left so order soon.  I ordered Sterling 2 pairs to save for next Christmas but honestly he wears his Christmas jammies year round.

PJ's

Penguin and Yeti Pj's

Velvet Off Shoulder Top

I ordered this for a holiday party we have in Charlotte.  I am hoping it is cute in person- the price is great $36.

Amazon

Prime orders will arrive before Christmas.

Wooden Salt and Spice Box Set

I have these and love them.  It is so nice to have my salt and pepper handy when I cook but covered so nothing gets in it.

Oh She Glows Cookbook

I recently got this cookbook and it is filled with so many great healthy recipes.  Perfect for starting those New Years diets!

Mara Hoffman Shirtdress

I really like this style dress.  It is super versatile from church to date night.  It was sold out but now back in stock.

Ugg Fierce Slippers

I own these in black and tan just saw they are now out in Chambray!  Love the idea for the Spring!