The only issue we have had with it is that it keeps getting hung on the bottom lip of our fridge. Besides that, it’s awesome! We do have to empty it as it’s running (because of our Golden Retriever), but it’s still a total time saver and really does a great job!
FAVORITE #2: OUR DINING ROOM
Our dining room is definitely one of my favorite spots in our house.
The fact that it manages to remain clutter free is probably a big part of why I love it so much. 😉
The room sat empty for about 6 months after we moved in, and it was the last room I decorated.
The only items that we had when we moved in (I got rid of all of our old dining room furniture before moving) were the two chairs in the corners that I got at an estate sale 15 years ago. They were lime green when I bought them, and I had them recovered in this little check from Calico Corners. I still love them 15 years later!
After we moved in, the room sat empty for awhile because I wasn’t finding anything I loved, and I didn’t want to just buy things for the sake of filling it up. It’s the first room you see when you walk in the house (and you can see it from the street when the shutters are open), so I just wanted it to be right! I still think I might eventually have it painted, but for now, I’m happy with it. It makes me smile every time I walk by.
SOURCES:
chandelier, tole tray, and red coffee tin on dining table – antique stores in downtown McKinney
hutch and lamps – Weir’s
dining table and chairs – Stacy Furniture
rug – Lulu and Georgia
pillows on chairs, table runner, tray, and all other accessories – Home Goods
landscape canvas – made from photograph of dock at family ranch house
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FAVORITE #3: RESTOCK ALERTS!!!
I absolutely hate it when something I highlight on the blog sells out quickly and lots of you are disappointed, but I absolutely love it when I find out that the item has been re-stocked!
Well, several things that I’ve previously talked about (that sold out) are now back in stock!!!!
1st Restock: THESE jeans that I named a MUST HAVE in December of 2015.
They restocked again late last year (and quickly sold out), and now they are back again!
These are women’s sizing (not juniors) and they are higher rise than many of the jeans I’ve posted before. Not crazy high rise, but just a really good mid-rise. I didn’t size down in these, but others do.
Click HERE to see what people had to say about these jeans on facebook in case you want some others thoughts!
MUST HAVE mid-rise jeans and a plus size version HERE
top (size down-I’m wearing an x-small.) / turquoise pendant necklace /
leopard booties (size UP a 1/2 size) / watch / similar cross body
Here’s a close up of the jeans:
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
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2nd and 3rd Restock Alerts: The camo tee and the taupe blardigan.
The camo tee sold out quickly and taupe blardigan keeps on going in and out of stock.
But they’re back baby!
camo tee / taupe blardigan/ wood earrings / similar jeans ON SALE! /
slim profile UGG boots / leather watch / Ford hat from Target several years ago
Size References: The camo tee sizing said a small was equivalent to 2-4, so I got a medium because I didn’t want it tight, and the medium was perfect (loose but not too baggy!). I’m wearing an x-small/small in the baby blardigan.
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
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FAVORITE #4: My Slim Profile Ugg boots.
I have received tons and tons of e-mails asking me about my new slim profile UGG boots I got in the fall. When UGG released the boots initially, I partnered with them to get the word out about the fact that they were now slimmer…which I felt made them more slimming and more flattering.
I had never loved the traditional UGG boots because I didn’t like how chunky they were!
These new ones were perfect for me. I liked how they were MUCH slimmer and I really loved the little wedge.
Most of the questions I’ve received have centered around if they are really worth the money or not.
I totally get that they are really expensive, and even though I live in a climate that isn’t known for cold, I would say they are worth the investment. I seriously find myself wearing them almost every day…even if it’s just after I get home, although I do wear them out of the house a lot as well as seen in the collage below.
This is information pulled straight from the UGG site.
My exact boot is called the Amie.
…pretreated with Defender Repellent Systems with Scotchgard™ to repel water and stains, the Amie also features added arch support, a small wedge, and the innovative Treadlite by UGG™ outsole for incredibly lightweight traction, cushioning, durability, and flexibility. Pro Tip: This boot has a more traditional and true to size fit than the Classic Boot. It is designed to be worn with bare feet, but if you prefer to wear yours with socks, consider ordering a half size up.
Click HERE for the facebook post with everybody’s comments on how much they love their UGG boots!
boots c/o UGG, but also available at Nordstrom HERE
Click HERE for the mid-height (what I have) and click HERE for the tall pair my sister has.
Here’s a collage showing just a handful of outfits I’ve worn with them! See how versatile they are? And I’m telling you, your feet will be so toasty and cozy!
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FAVORITE #5: READER FEEDBACK
As evidenced above, I love getting feedback from y’all.
I had a reader e-mail for suggestions on a pair of black pants. I had just ordered THESE for myself, and even though they hadn’t arrived yet, I sent them to her as a suggestion.
Well, SHE LOVES THEM!
Click HERE if you want to see what other readers had to say about them on facebook.
I hope to have pics of me in them and a thorough review by next week (or maybe the next). 😉
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FAVORITE #6: THIS COZY COWL NECK SWEATER
It’s long enough to be worn with leggings, but it also looks great with jeans!
Here it is with leggings:
For size reference, I’m wearing a small in both the sweater and the leggings.
And here it is with jeans:
Click HERE for grey, ivory, purple, and tan.
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FAVORITE #7: Madewell tees
I first introduced these tees to y’all last year, and I still love them. They are on the thin side, but I don’t have to wear a cami under them, although I sometimes do.
I have this tee in 6 colors now (this orange, a pale pink, black, navy, grey, and burgundy).
I would say they are obviously a staple in my wardrobe. I wear them on their own all spring and summer, and I love layering them under boyfriend cardigans in the fall.
For size reference, I wear a small. It is not tight, but it’s not baggy either. I would say it’s just a nice relaxed fit.
madewell tee / similar relaxed cardigan (waterfall cardi option HERE)/ stud cz earrings / similar tassel necklace /
my new cross body bag / shoreline converse
similar jeans ON SALE / watch
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
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And you know what else I wear it under a lot? My blardigans!
Here I am walking out the door to get a pedicure earlier this week (which explains the flip flops with the blardigan).
And please pay attention to my new necklace! I’m obsessed with my beach hoop wood earrings from Wood Keeps, and sweet Angie at Wood Keeps sent me THIS necklace!
I think it’s so sweet and delicate and the wood makes it so unique!
madewell tee/ baby blardigan / similar jeans ON SALE / my new cross body bag
wood circle hoop earrings / wood circle hoop necklace /
FAVORITE #8: My Mama
WelLOOK HOW DANG CUTE SHE IS IN THEM!!!!
Can we just take a minute to cross our fingers that I’m going to get this woman’s genes.
Hold on to your low waisted jeans girls, because I’m about to tell you her age.
She was 67 in this picture.
GO MAMA!
By the way, when I called to ask her if I could share her age, she told me to say that she was 72 and then everybody could could go on and on about how good she looks. Ha!
She’s wearing her 2014 MUST HAVE SHIRT, her brass ladder necklace, and her Melissa Frye Button Boots .
I told her I needed a waistband shot, and God bless her, she complied. 🙂
She also said that she had no idea how hard it was for me to get these shots until she had to do it herself!
Click HERE for the jeans.
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FAVORITE #9: A GOOD SALE!
I showed you these items last week, but now most of them are 50% OFF!
lou and grey tunic / shadow stripe sweater / boho poet blouse
I sized down and am wearing an x-small in the tunic, I sized up and am wearing a medium in the sweater, and I’m wearing a small in the blouse (true to size).
dotted 2 in 1 sweater (with FABULOUS reviews!)
I sized up and am wearing a medium.
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FAVORITE #10: It’s FRIDAY!!!!!!!!
p.s.
Hop on over to Shay’s blog to learn about a giveaway she’s doing today with Erin Condren!!!
p.p.s.
The Special Mama winner still hasn’t contacted me. I’m dragging my feet on selecting a new winner because I’m so afraid the first winner is going to see her name and then be broken-hearted….so I’m giving her until Monday.
Narci says
Cute!!! I love the dining room–it is just so cozy!! Also, that last top and the Lou and grey tunic!!! They need to come and live in my closet!! So cute!!!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much for linking to my giveaway!! How sweet are you?!?! And your mama…I mean…she's so unbelievably cute! Annnnd…I've been wanting a Roomba! I have questions for you about yours :).
Erika Slaughter says
I have questions about that Roomba too!! and your dining room…what are you serving in there and when should I show up??
Charming Lucy says
I love that dotted sweater tee! Does the lace tee flare out at the bottom? The reviews say it is a line, but it looks great on you! Susan
Sheaffer says
Hi Susan! I would say that it is does flare out a tiny bit, but nothing too dramatic! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Stacy P. says
Yay for your mom! 🙂
Becky says
Love your dining room, so pretty! Flip flops in one of the last pics, just wondering what they are? Are they the Tory Burch ones? 🙂
Colleen says
My washing machine ate my blardigan last night. I'm in mourning and my husband doesn't get it!
Anonymous says
I know your original crossbody bag is no longer available at Nordstrom but do you know the maker so I could search for it? I love it and totally love your blog!
Sheaffer says
Sole Society!
Anonymous says
Thank you!
Rebekah says
I bought the lush must have shirt in two colors and love it! Do you really dry clean it like the tag says, or is throwing it in the washer okay?
Sheaffer says
Hi Rebekah! I dry clean mine, but others wash and hang to dry! Xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Rebekah says
Thank you! Love your posts 🙂
Caitlin Elisabeth says
ahhh i love your style girl! it's exactly what i wear ha! im glad i found your blog through the linkup and can't wait to follow your blogging journey! hope you'll stop by mine as well!
Cassie {Hi Sugarplum} says
1) YOUR MOM! I mean, I can't even. 2) That striped tunic is DARLING! I have the solid, and it's a dream. 3) I don't know why I even bothered to hesitate when you told us to buy those Wit & Wisdom jeans…I caved yesterday and I'm already in love. I'll never so much as even pause again when you name something a Must Have. xo
Elizabeth King says
I got a roomba for Christmas too and I'm in LOVE!
Kelsey @ The Peacock Roost says
That Roomba sounds amazing!! How stinking cute is your momma?!
Kelsey
http://www.thepeacockroost.com
Jodi Guntle says
Ummm….hello cute flower socks! (with the Wit and Wisdom jeans) Soooo cute!
Leigh (Balancing By Faith) says
Oh what I wouldn't give for a Roomba — maybe chips and salsa for a year!! No, no – not that — but SOMETHING!!
Amanda Taylor Grimes says
I was wondering what color you got in the wood hoop earrings? I got mine in the smaller size in the darkest wood color…think I should have gotten the lighter color. I was also thinking of ordering the necklace with the small wood & metal ring but I was wondering what length to get…I like the length you have on, is it the 18" ?
Sheaffer says
Hi Amanda! Mine are the medium color! Not sure about the length of the necklace, but I would just message the shop owner and ask her about mine…I'm sure she will know! Xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Simply A Rough Draft says
I need jean rolling lessons! Have you posted about that before? It looks so cute when other people do it with booties or flats, but when I do it, I feel odd. What are your thoughts?
Sheaffer says
I haven't, but I'll try to work something up! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Sarah Kuykendall says
I just bought those black pants. So comfy and affordable! I am dying for the baby blardigan to go on sale!
ashnboys says
Your mama is seriously THE CUTEST!!!!
Sheaffer says
I think so too!!! Thank you!!!!
Cathy says
Love the orange tee on the website there's a brick color. Is that it?
Sheaffer says
That's it Cathy!!! xoxo, Sheaffer 😉