Happy Friday!! We have quite a busy weekend planned with lots of fun things on the calendar. A fun event in the city, date night is scheduled, another mahj party, and fun activities for the boys all lined up, too. Pin it BonBon Candy Box + Gift Tag (my go-to hostess gift this year) Here’s…
New Year’s Eve is coming up quickly! Whether you are going out or planning to stay in, I love an excuse to get a little dressed up, and there are so many cute party dresses right now that are just too good to pass up. I rounded up a few of my favorites for ringing…
At one point in my life, I thought I was going to be loyal to my skinny jeans for life….and then the denim trends finally changed, and I decided to give different styles a try! As it turns out, wide leg silhouettes are a perfect match for me. They have surprisingly universal appeal, whether you’re going for…
I think this week’s outfits are more or less dedicated to my love of fair isle. Love it all! LAST WEEK’S WIN: It was an overall successful week. Fun with friends. Getting work deadlines done early. Lots of quality family time. We had a mini snow day (all of which melted by 1pm… aka the best kind!)…
I’ve been getting hit by the biggest waves of nostalgia lately. Maybe it’s the time of year– everything slowing down just enough for my feelings to catch up with me– but I’ve been extra mushy. Reflecting a little more. Looking back a little longer. Wondering how on earth another year has already slipped by… somehow…
Holiday events are in full swing. I’ve been trying to keep our calendar exciting but manageable…. Mike and I sat down the other day to go over everything and nearly every day had some sort of activity or event for someone in the family. Between the boys’ class parties and social events and Santa meet…
This month already feels like it’s slipping away at an alarming pace! We have some fun weekend plans– including, drum roll, seeing Santa! It’s been the talk of the town here in our house as we finalize Christmas wishlists for Santa. (I’m hoping there are no surprises…… haha.) Here’s what was on my radar this past…
This fall really flew by… I mean how is it December!! We are gearing up for Christmas and I’m excited to soak in all the fun things that come with the season. Looking back on November analytics, the top sellers included lots of my favorite things from festive clothing, to holiday decor, and even great…
Is it just more, or is half the fun of giving Christmas gifts picking out the perfect gift wrap?! I love the sight of presents piled around the Christmas tree, even though I know it’s temporary and everyone will be tearing through the paper soon enough. If you’re looking for holiday gift wrap ideas, I’ve…
Homemade fortune cookies with custom mahjong-inspired fortunes! Because WHY NOT.
The recipe for Mahjong holiday magic 💫
🎅🏻 Pink Christmas Mahjong Tiles from @krstudioart
⛸️ Manhattan Holiday Mahjong Mat from @paigespearinstudio x @yay_tigre_de_tartan
🥠 Homemade fortune cookies
🥡 Takeout from @daomadison258 (THE best in town)
🕎 Latkes + applesauce + sour cream
🍪 Milk and cookie dunkers
🎄 The glow from a Christmas tree (+ maximum watt lightbulbs because we’re old and need to see)
🔥 Crackling fire
No one asked but…. Yes, I did coordinate the bows to match my outfit 💚 Heading to a Favorite Things party wearing this top from @dillards that went viral online (I have the matching skirt too!) and bringing @crownaffair Overnight Hair Serum 🧖🏻♀️ And just in case I’m not enough of a freak already, why not add a tiara?! @jenniferbehr rhinestone headband for the finishing touch!
CLOSED! Congratulations @sarah.minkus & @ellie.Ivey!This season always feels extra magical, so @fewmoda and I wanted to spread a little more sparkle ✨ We’re giving TWO best friends four pieces each from my Few Moda collection!
To enter, follow @fewmoda + @carly, leave a comment with your favorite holiday emoji, and tag your best friend!
(Giveaway ends December 9 @ noon ET; Winner selections subject to inventory availability!)
✨ If you’ve ever felt that little itch to learn American Mahjong… follow it. ✨
Because here’s the thing: it’s not just a game. It’s a built-in girls’ night, a mental workout disguised as fun, and a hobby that brings women together in the best way.
I put off learning for a while because I was intimidated and now I can’t imagine my life without it: the laughter, the strategy, the ritual of it all, the friendships it’s created.
So if you’ve been curious… consider this your sign. Go to a Mahjong 101 lesson. Find a group, even if they’re all strangers to you at the start. Start something new just for you. 🀄💗
The finishing touches on our mantel 🎄🪵🔥🪡🧦 Blood, sweat, and tears went into making these needlepoint stockings for my family! Worth every second of stitching though to pull out these heirlooms every year.
Michael stocking: @spider_spun
Carly stocking: @rileysheehey x @plumdesign_
Jack stocking: Silver Needle
Rory stocking: @plumdesign_
I’ve always been of the mindset that every year I feel a little bit more “me,” a little more comfortable in my own skin, and a little bit better about myself…. Like, I’ve always been grateful that I didn’t peak in high school…. But I do fear I peaked with this outfit 😆 shamelessly reposting in case it is all down hill here from here. You could say you knew me when 🤭
Thankful, grateful, and hopeful 🦃💫 sending peace and love to you and yours.
