A Fall Wedding.

Last fall my best friend got married here.  It was everything a late summer/early fall wedding should be.  The jewel-tone colored flowers and natural elements were perfect for the location and time of year.  Happy Anniversary!

Photography by Rochelle Mort

Pretty

Crochet Lariat

Such a simple and sweet accessory.

Victoria Jackman Knitted Textiles on Etsy

Pumpkin Seeds

Something I have never done is roast the seeds out of my jack'o'lanterns.  I have always wanted to try it and since this is the weekend we will begin the carving I might just.

Here are some easy instructions I found on A Country Farmhouse via So Said She.

Fall Decor

Picture via Better Homes and Gardens October 2010

Decorating doesn't always have to mean themed this time of year.  I like these pieces that add a fall touch but can be used longer than two months.  They also offer  a good backdrop for when the pumpkins do come out...

Viva Terra Recycled Glass Bottle Vases ~ $39 - $79

Pottery Barn Sunburst Quilt and Sham ~ $99 - $599

Wisteria Coffee Table ~ $899

Pottery Barn Bird Dinner Plates ~ $49

Retro Fun Weekend Project

This is a cute project over on the I Love to Create Blog.

These Sweater Clips would be fun for a child's cardigan as the weather gets chillier or as a kitschy weekend accessories for yourself.  I'm thinking an anchor and a heart. Any ideas?

Halloween

New items in my Etsy shop for Halloween!

Hello Fall.

I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion." -Henry David Thoreau

These cute velvet pumpkins are made by Lynne Bonnell of Phoenix, Arizona.  The stems are real pumpkin stems that she collects at the end of each season from pumpkin fields in the area.  Bonnell works out of her home and besides making pumpkins she collects them too.  She sells her velvet pumpkins in every size, shape, and color to local Phoenix shops.

Visit The Willows Home and Garden Blog for a profile of this creative lady!

Good-Bye Summer...

Elephant Butte Lake

Have an Adventurous Weekend

The trail to this Chinese Tea House is the most amazing thing I've ever seen.  I hope the tea is worth the climb...

via A Cup of Jo

Cute Little Wellies

World of Wonderment

My Shopping Soulmate

I just came across this blog, shoppingsmycardio, and I L-O-V-E it!  It has been hard for me to find something floating out there in the blogosphere that has styles that I actually like and would wear AND are somewhat affordable (i.e. not all designer, all the time).  There are plenty of blogs about personal style and I read them but most of the outfits are not my taste or a little unrealistic for everyday life.  I am so excited to make shoppingsmycardio a daily read!

www.shoppingsmycardio.com

hmmm....

Free People ~ $70

A.P.C. ~ $165

Old Navy ~ $24.50

Fall Trend #87 seems to be corduroy shorts. I'm not sure how I feel about them yet.  I like the idea of them and their possibilities with boots and knits...but I don't know if I would like them on me.
Would you wear them?

FNO'10

Tonight is the second annual Fashion's Night Out a huge event now expanded to stores across the globe.  The point of the night is simply shopping.  It started out of the economic downturn as an incentive for people to get out and spend money and celebrate and support fashion, at all price levels.  The main events are centered in New York City but many department stores and mall chains are participating in other big cities, such as Dallas, Phoenix, and Los Angeles.  Any stores can participate as long as their event is open to the public! That means no exclusive parties or specials for the high rollers.  The purpose is for anyone who likes fashion to get out and shop!

40% of the Sale of FNO Merchandise goes to the New York City Aids Fund

Kick Off!

Chris Graythen/Getty Images

Tonight is the official start of Football Season!

In honor of America's game Victoria's Secret PINK has debuted a super cute new NFL line to go with their current line up of collegiate  pieces.  The sweats are perfect for lounging on the couch watching the game!

Zip Hoodie ~ $49.50

V-Neck Tee ~ $29.50

I Want to Live in All of These Places

On Budget Travel they have picked out the 10 Coolest Small Towns in America and all of the places seem so, well, cool!  They're all over the place, and I haven't been to half of these states but there is just something about cute, small towns that makes you feel homey and comfortable and makes me want to go.  The towns were voted on by their residents which I think makes it a better list than when "travel experts" go for a week and then give you their opinion.

Here is the list:

1. Ely, Minnesota
2. Cloverdale, California
3. Brevard, North Carolina
4. Saugatuck, Michigan
5. Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
6. Bandon, Oregon
7. Cuero, Texas
8. Nyack, New York
9. Medicine Park, Oklahoma
10. Egg Harbor, Wisconsin

The State in My Heart

I have lived in 6 states in the last 10 years and have loved something about all of them. These necklaces I found on Etsy are great for home states, adopted states, or to remember a favorite vacation.  I want one for each of the places I've lived...or, better yet, a charm bracelet with all of them!

here

here

and here

More Fall Wants...

 J. Crew has always been a favorite but this season I love it all! Their new looks for fall are perfect. I adore the wool skirts, camel coats, and (maybe) thigh-high socks!

Felted Wool Mini ~ $88.00

Plaza Coat ~ $345

Thigh-Highs $18.50

Fiesta(s) in Southern New Mexico

Labor Day weekend kicks off fall festival season in Southern New Mexico. From wine tasting, to chile tasting, to arts and crafts and parades, there is something for everyone.  Most of the events last all weekend so there is plenty of time to make the rounds and see, smell, taste all the local flavor.

Happening this weekend:

38th Annual Hatch Chile Festival

New Mexico Harvest Wine Festival

Rolling Stones 27th Annual Gem and Mineral Show

Hillsboro Harvest and Heritage Music Festivals

20th Annual Cottonwood Festival

Cloudcroft Labor Day Fiesta 

7th Annual Bottomless Bubblefest

Franciscan Festival of Arts

90210/09-02-10

HaHa! I love this post over on Bethany's blog So Said She.  I wouldn't have even put it together ~ 09/02/10 and 90210!  I remember sneaking into her bedroom when I was about 8 trying to watch episodes with her and her friends.  Good thing Dylan and Kelly (NOT Brenda) still live on on SOAPnet!

90210 Cast

Fall.

This may not technically be the first day of Fall (especially not where I live) but it still gets me in the mood for cozy clothes, lots of layers, and chunky boots! Here are some of my favorite pieces for the cooler months ahead...

Anthropologie ~ $128.00

Ruche ~ $54.99

Eddie Bauer ~ $59.50

Sundance ~ $318.00

Dorothy Perkins via Polyvore ~ $54.00

Piperlime ~ $59.00

Land's End Canvas 1963 ~ $89.50