Kate Spade New York

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I am not good at keeping secrets. Anyone who even kind of knows me knows that you should never tell me anything that is not shareable (and if you don't know me you have been warned for when we do become friends, ha!) I have known a pretty big secret most of the year and with that being said, we found out at the beginning of the year that we would have a BIG addition to our line packages this spring with the release of Kate Spade stationery and gift. Now I feel like Kate and I have been friends for a long time- I own a black nylon bags, wallets, moved into black and white stripes with her and really feel like this is a brand I identify with season after season. This week the collection is going to be hitting the stores and it is really awesome to get to see how excited everyone is for it! All of the collection is actually pretty affordable and I think brings a big bang with it's price point.

Karen Adams Designs

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One of my favorite lines that I sell is Karen Adams Designs. She does an amazingly beautiful calendar that we sell so many of sometimes I am sure every person in Dallas must have one. During the New York Stationery Show in May she released a series of Cabana Striped notecards that just make me happy. I love the bright colors with the sweet sayings in gold foil... really anything gold foiled wins my heart these days! I love cards like these because they are perfect to write a quick note but they could also work as a birthday card or thank you or congrats with just a couple of lines written on them.

It's Raining! It's Pouring!

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Wow- the temps dropped 15 degrees in about 30 minutes today here in Dallas and we are looking at 2-3 inches of rain over the next 3 days! One of the only great things about rain is that I get to use my super cute Jonathan Adler umbrella. I love this umbrella and I think it makes a great gift for someone who has everything (who couldn't use another umbrella!) I also think that they are SUPER adorable monogrammed- great way to add that personal touch! They retail for under $30 and are totally worth the investment!

Entertaining

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Is this weather amazing or what?! I have to say I am not going to complain about 70 and 80 degree days in March- I am sure we will pay for it with the heat this summer! With that being said, One thing that I love to do when the weather warms up is to entertain. There is nothing like having friends over for dinner and being able to dine outside. What better to spruce up your outdoor dining then these great Trays and Plates by Lilly Pulitzer? Add the acrylic wine glasses and some flowers and you have a darling dining set!

Be Merry

And by "Be" I mean Cinda B. Wow talk about a line that has grown tremendously for me this year! I love Cinda B- it is the perfect gift for someone who has everything or loves to travel. I love that Cinda B is water proof, machine washable and stain resistant so you dont have to worry about it looking worn after a few uses (also makes it great for Moms!) I also love that Cinda B is made here in the USA! All the bags are also monogrammable! These are my favorite items for this Holiday!

Do you have yours yet?

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Your 2012 Karen Adams Calendars? The stores are getting shipments daily and they ran out before Christmas last year so plan ahead! Just need a refill? No worries- the stores have those too!! This calendar makes the best gift for your friends, family, neighbors, and teachers- there really isn't a person who doesn't love these!

Keepin Cool

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Man it was hot this weekend! I am sure everyone knows we are on day 25 of hitting 100 or higher- IT IS MISERABLE. I miss the east coast where we would complain about 90 (to their defense the humidity is was worse!) I do love these new cups from Lilly Pulitzer to take your iced drink to go! Navy Bloomers could be my favorite Lilly pattern of all time (maybe you could figure that out from my blog colors- I am a navy and pink lover!) But really every pattern is adorable!

Waterfront Waterford

{Cups are from Cool Cups- find them at most stationery stores!}

Are you headed out of town this weekend? Or headed to a BBQ? These cups are great little hostess gifts! I love the Lakeside Lenox and Waterfront Waterford (maybe it is because I am getting married and I get asked about china a lot!)

Tie it up!

I saw these on the Swoozies web blast and I had to share!! Such a cute way to dress up a bottle of wine or spirits for any man in your life! The little ties make for great party chatter and for only $3.95 & $4.95 you can afford a couple more drinks!

Monogram Monday

{All stamps from the FooYou shop on Etsy}

I'm baaack. Made it through the move- we have Internet- things are starting to be hung on the walls- life has resumed back to normal (almost.) Over the weekend I bought a cute new rubber stamp for my new house! I have bought several stamps from Fountain Maury previous but they aren't open for business at the moment so I turned to Etsy to see what I could find. There were so so many cute stamps to choose from that it was tough to pick! I chose the one on the top, from the ForYoo shop, because I loved the font- honestly I could have bought 5. Return address stamps make for GREAT gifts- teachers, moms, girlfriends, house warming- really just about any occasion!

Favorite Things

I can only imagine how it must feel being in the Oprah audience when you realize that you are on her favorite things episode. "Oh. My. God." Must be the first thought followed by sheer happiness for yourself and the loot you are about to get. I love Oprah's favorite things because watching everyone freak on the show makes me feel happy for them. Here are my top 10 picks (in order) of my favorite Oprah gifts!

1. The 2012 VW Bug (duh.)

2. The Cruise

3. The Nikon Camera

4. The Ipad

5.The Diamond Earrings

6. The Nordstrom Lingerie $500 Gift Card for you and a friend

7. The Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blanket and Sweater

8. The Le Creuset Set

9. The Lafco candle set

10. Elfa Closet System