And it’s brought to you by the Letter B because we are talking about my BLANKET SCARF (yes, again) and my BARRINGTON TOTE (yes, again), my nephew BRODY, I’m promising a BACHELOR recap, and giving you some choices for BLACK JEANS 🙂
You all have been so sweet sending me messages about my dad, so I wanted to give you a quick update. He was released from the hospital yesterday and is doing much better. Thank you so much for all of your prayers! He is still quite tired and I’m guessing it will take a bit for him to be back to normal, but we are very thankful for how far he has come already! Since my mom takes care of my sister’s baby full-time, I took over some of the baby duty for the last couple of days
And I might have forgotten how busy a 16 month old is.
WOWZA.
But I’m not complaining, because I also forgot how good 16 month old baby snuggles are too.
Love my Brody bear.
One more thing before getting to today’s post…The Bachelor recap post will be up tomorrow morning!
Or maybe tomorrow afternoon.
Or maybe Friday.
Here’s the deal, I’m not sure when I’ll finish, but it WILL happen.
Because OH MY GOSH at the material.
There is so much to say.
First of all, to Prince Farming (I can’t take credit for that….that little jewel is straight from some genius at ABC), I’m praying for you.
I’m also praying for your mother.
Keep checking back for my thoughts on crazy ballerinas, crazy eyes, and crazy dresses. 🙂
I posted the following pic on instagram on Monday night…and I got my most IG likes EVER!
It seems like you girls are excited for the recaps…and I have to tell you….I’m actually excited about writing themQ
Spoiler Alert: I hear it’s the most dramatic season ever.
😉
So for today’s PTMT recreation, this was my inspiration:
(The Pinterest link took me to a tutorial on how to knit a headband. Um, no thank you.)
So, here’s how I did it.
I’d like to say the Christmas tree is still behind me because I took the pictures last week.
And while that is technically true, the Christmas tree is still up. I’m guessing it will get taken down this weekend. Fingers crossed.
Anyway, here’s how I did it with items I already had!
This is one of those times that my outfit isn’t an exact copy…but I took the “vibe” from the inspiration picture and made it my own (with items in my closet)!
Otherwise it just kind of lays across the scarf and looks awkward.
#notthatthere’sanythingwrongwiththat
#ptmtfail
If you want to recreate the outfit yourself, you can SHOP THE LOOK by clicking on the pictures you are interested in below (scroll right for more items). The coated black skinny jeans pictured below just went 40% OFF this morning!
And I want you to pay special attention to THIS white tee! I don’t have this exact one, but I’m always getting asked for a great white tee recommendation (and I don’t really love the 2 I have). After reading many of the reviews, I’m thinking this could be a great option!
And it’s ONLY $25 (with free shipping and free returns)!
Click HERE.
You ladies know that I’m a BIG FAN of my Barrington bag and the entire Barrington Gifts company.
AND REMEMBER, THE CODE PTMTSHIP4FREE will probably still work and get you FREE SHIPPING!
another wedge boot option HERE from Nine West that are 40% OFF!
And here’s the first time you saw it on me:
Click HERE for a similar white tee with great reviews!
Over 450 5 STAR REVIEWS for this tee!
similar waterfall cardigan HERE / similar jeans HERE /
I know you haven’t been seeing them much on the blog, but I’ve got a really good reason for that.
I lost them for a bit.
Yes, I lost my jeans.
I found them just last week in my closet between my laundry hamper and the wall.
And, with me, it’s apparently out of site out of mind.
But I really do love them.
Here’s a graphic from the post where I was proving to us all that Pinterest thinks we all need a pair of black jeans. And you know, I rarely argue with Pinterest.
Anyway….look! The picture I recreated today was in the collage!
I’m thinking that I’ll be doing the white tee with the leopard cardi and turquoise jewelry next!
Anyway, my black jeans are sold out…but here are some great options for you at varying price points!
See you girls back here tomorrow or Friday for The Bachelor recap!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Erika Slaughter says
I am anxiously awaiting that recap!!!! Eek!!!
Charming Lucy says
I love those St Anne totes!! I have one on my bday wish list! Is it a good every day bag or more of a travel bag? I am hoping for a striped one!! Thanks! Susan
Michele @ The Joyful Home says
I'm so glad others share a love of blanket scarves because when it's 20 degrees outside, I just don't want to wear anything else!
kimm atwood says
I need a blanket scarf !!!
Narci says
I am so glad you are recapping. We stumbled upon the premiere Monday night, and we died laughing. So funny! Also, I think I may have to pull the trigger on one of Bartington's monogram stripe bag!!! So, so, so, so cute!!!
Paula says
I still need a Military jacket to go with my black Gap Jeggings (love). Found this option online at Nordstrom http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/caslon-cotton-twill-utility-jacket-regular-petite/3825213
Any thoughts?
Sheaffer says
I LOVE IT PAULA!!!!! It must be new on the site?!? I have a Caslon military jacket that I absolutely love, but it's been sold out forever! This one looks very similar! I love the green, the grey, and the camo! In fact, I will be putting this in my Friday Favorites post this week! It's awesome! Thanks for the tip! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
karate nurse says
Oh man, that Florentine Leather Tote is calling my name!! And I love the Folio as well.
April Parrish says
So excited for the Bachelor recap! I hope you mention how awkward it was when they showed him taking the shower outside and he opened his mouth and like drank the shower water???? WHAT…who does that? I don't! LOL!!! Rewind and watch!
Love your outfit today…really want some leopard booties now!
Black jeans…I never think about mine—gonna pull those out this week and get some wear out of them!
Have a great day and so glad your Dad is doing much better. Continued Prayers!
Anonymous says
So glad your dad is doing better! Fun post as always! I do love those Barrington bags….I may have to pull the trigger one day! LOL
Jan Fisher
Jordyn Brown says
I'm literally giggling because I was waiting for someone to notice the precious ball of fur piled around your feet in your recreation pictures. Your dog is so cute! (Also, that outfit is on point!)
xoxo, SS
http://www.TheSouthernStylista.blogspot.com
shopwithpippa.com says
Ok .. you make a purse looking so organized … EASY! 🙂 Love the organizer. pippa
Libby Gordon says
Glad to hear your dad is doing better! I hope your mom is doing well too, it's tough when you're going back and forth to the hospital and just the stress of this. Brody is adorable:) My boys are 17 and 19 and I loved that age. Okay, once again you recommended something and it's in my cart…of course. But I really do need a decent white tee so I hope to works for me . Thanks for another great post.
Darcy says
I'm obsessed with my blanket scarf, too! I actually wore it in today's post and admitted to wearing it like 4 times in 5 days hahah!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
Gavan says
Hi there!! First comment from me!! Love the blog & your personality! I'm a fan of Shay's and we have State Farm in common (our dads and hubbies are agents but I'm in OK) so I've recently chatted with her about that and so thats how I found you! Had to check out her 'fabulous friend' Sheaffer!�� Anyways, love the blog and ALL its content! Can't wait for the Bachelor recap……so much craziness!!������ I always sign my name after my comments cause it's always logged in as my hubby Gavan and that would just be weird to see a comment from him! And Its too much effort to log him out and log me in! �� Have a great day!!��
Melody Byrd
Elle says
Confession: My Christmas tree and decorations are still up as well.
Nerd Girl says
Glad your dad is on the upswing! So, about the black jeans…are yours still black? I have two pair and they've faded into some sort of blackish grey color – I don't dry them. I bought them from Old Navy, so I wasn't expecting them to be heirloom quality, but I thought I'd get at least two seasons out of them. Thoughts?
Sheaffer says
Mine are still black..but I dry clean my black jeans because I'm too scared if I wash them they will fade! Plus…I wear them SEVERAL times between each trip to the dry cleaners. Think like 4-5 times between each trip. They just hold up better! Hope this helps! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
CampDallas says
I have black jeggings (but they have 5 pockets, so seriously…nobody knows…shhhh!!) from Gap Outlet this year, and Oh. Em. Gee. They are amazing!! Highly recommend!! I also think I need a blanket scarf, considering it is -35 with the windchill in Wisconsin right now. I mean, why do I live where the wind hurts my face?!!?
CampDallas says
Oh, and one more thing…I am so darn excited for The Bachelor recaps. Not only is he such a cutie (he's as cute as some of those girls are CRAZY!), but Arlington, IA is just a short drive from my own hometown! Midwest represent! 🙂
Donna Keslosky says
I love the black bag in the original photo. Any ideas?
Sheaffer says
I love it too! But I have no idea where it's from. Sorry Donna! 🙁
Teisha Kothe says
Hellooooo! I found your blog while I was on vacation last week and I love it! I've never purchased from Nordstrom's, as we don't have one around, but now that I know, who can resist free shipping & returns? I bought the Must Have Blouse in black and I am in love. In love! I might have to check out those Must Have Skinny Jeans next. Thank you for all your work to find and share fashion (and fun!) with us!
Sarah says
I love your recaps! I was hoping you would have it up today…darn! Love that outfit, might have to recreate that one too 🙂
riv says
sorry, I meant the Folio!
Sharon Tidwell says
Thank you for this gem this morning: "They were the only ones I could find that weren't straight up stripper.
#notthatthere'sanythingwrongwiththat"
I laughed out loud! You are so lovely and I love this blog!
Slightly Askew Designs says
That pic of you in the white tee holding the folio needs to be your EVERYTHING pic because "Hello, flattering!!!" You couldn't look any teenier or tinier or cuter. The End.
PS – bring on the recaps 😉
Sheaffer says
There's nothing I love more than looking teeny or tiny.
😉
Domestic Engineer says
Omgosh. I cannot wait for your reaction to the bachelor! I was stunned Farner Chris chose the drunk girl who couldnt dress herself and that ballet teacher?! Don't even get me started!
Nini says
Source is Jessie from Seams for a Desire. She is a fashion blogger from Spain. Love her!
Stacy says
Redken shampoo and conditioner on sale at Ulta! I remember you saying you used All Soft! Love your blog! 🙂
Sheaffer says
Thanks Stacy! I'm actually almost out, so hopefully I can make it to Ulta today!!!! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
BennieMom14 says
Hi Shaeffer! I bought your same scarf for my daughter for Christmas. I was worried it might be the wrong colors since it wasn't from the same place. It's gorgeous and exactly the same! She wore it to work this morning as it was minus 25 degrees here with a 45 below windchill this morning here in Northern Minnesota. Not cold enough to close school though! Here's the link to the scarf. They have great customer service!
http://www.funkymonkeyfa.com/collections/scarves/products/plaid-flannel-blanket-scarf
Marlene says
Sheaffer, I know you did a post explaining how you tie your blanket scarfs, but in the picture above where you are holding your new portfolio, you have it tied differently (it's shorter). It's so cute that way! Can you explain how you tie it that way too? Pretty please? Thx!
Sheaffer says
Hi Marlene! I actually tied it the exact same way with the same four steps….but when I pulled it around my neck, I just pulled it a little bit shorter. Does that make sense? Hope this helps! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Megan says
I was never a fan of black jeans…They bothered me for some reason until the last year and then I randomly decided I liked them!! I am so happy I did because I wear them more than I thought I ever would! 😉
whitneythompson says
I finally purchased the tartan blanket scarf after pining over it since your first post! I'm so excited and I just CAN'T HIDE IT!!! 🙂 xo