inspiration // dream spaces

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Beautiful, open workspaces are lovely to look at, and even better to dream of working in! My little workspace right now is pretty plain and cluttered enough as is, so today's inspiration board is pure eye candy. I love the lighting in each space, and I just adore the personal touches (sticky notes, photos). A workspace really reflects someone's personality, and I find that to be true when you really begin to look at each individual space.

What would you have in your dream workspace?

xoxo, Nat

inspiration // colored hair

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With Spring coming, I've been super inspired by these candy-colored hues I've seen sprinkled all over the Web! I love the pastel colors each hairstyle has, and I'm currently obsessed with the blue color, as it looks so serene and bright -- very mermaid-y. While I'm not bold enough to rock a beautiful mane like these, they are pretty to look at! 

Which hair color would you try?

xoxo, Nat

Things I heart

Happy Valentine's day lovelies! Today is the day to enjoy time with loved ones -- or with a box of chocolates, take-out, and reruns. To celebrate, I've put together a few of my favorite Valentine DIYs for you to enjoy:

cupcake conversation hearts.

conversation hearts nail art.

heart pound cake.

Hope your week is going great! I would have added more links in, but I didn't want to tire you out with just pretty photos, as tomorrow is Friday Favorites!

xoxo, Nat

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inspiration // pink

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Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and it's clearly inspired this inspiration board! I just adore the color pink, and looking forward to infusing it into more of my baking (I'm getting back into making cakes you know). What a better way to brighten up a dreary Monday than with pastel pink? Well, I'm sure a nice coffee would help, but this is second best, ok?

Have an awesome (non-dreary) Monday! Are you looking forward to the day of hearts? (Also known as Valentine's Day)

xoxo, Nat

a monday quote.

Happy Monday! What better way to kick off your week than with a nice quote? Pretty nice, I think.

I even found some links to go along with this quote:
+ something to do
+ something to love
+ something to hope for

xoxo
Nat

3 ways to find inspiration

One of my resolutions for 2013 was to be more creative and create more. However, that can be a bit hard to do when you can't find anything that inspires you to actually want to create something. And for you, my lovely readers, I've put together a little list of my top 3 tips to help you battle that creative block and find inspiration:

Take a day trip.
You don't know how much it will do for you if you get out of the house and do something! My favorite places to go are: the library, a thrift shop, a charming little town nearby, or even to an art museum. Doing things and taking in new sights really helps propel you in your creative process and gets that brainstorming where you want it!

Scribble things down.
You heard me. Carry a little notebook with you everywhere and jot down fleeting inspiration. Get those creative juices flowing and sketch a flower on the sidewalk. It's amazing what you'll find inspires you. Little moleskines like this one are my favorites!

Live in the moment.
Take a seat at the park and watch the day go by. Feed the pigeons. Instead of hurrying from one task to another, really put thought into each one and take your time. You only live life once :)

xoxo,
Nat

inspiration // florals

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I am enchanted by florals! Flowers in full bloom make my heart sing, and the thought of wearing them makes me want to dance in circles. I created an inspiration board to hopefully lift your spirits as they have mine, and have you to slow down and smell the roses (pun intended). I love this current floral trend and enjoying every moment of it (in fact, I'm still on the lookout for some cute floral jeans -- any suggestions would be very appreciated). 

Happy Monday -- I hope your week is off to a good start!

xoxo, Nat

Ugly Sweaters

I do love a ugly sweater -- who doesn't? But sometimes it's fun to wear one that's not too ugly. Here's a few of my favorite sweaters that fit in with the season, but still nice enough to wear otherwise.

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I couldn't resist adding a few cat sweaters! So cute and they match with everything. No kidding!

How to rock an ugly sweater:

- for a more chic look, layer it with a blazer!

- wear a simple outfit with your sweater; plain pants, shoes that match your sweater, minimal jewelry. It'll really help show off your beautiful sweater!

- wear it confidently with a smile

Happy Holidays!

xoxo, Nat

Double Exposure photography

My latest obsession right now is double exposure photography. I love the whimsical effect it has: the way it can make things look big or small, or how everything looks so dreamy. The altered look is just stunning! The photo variations are beautiful and I have yet to try out this photography technique. 

See some of these gorgeous photos below to see what I mean:

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:: Daily Dose of Inspiration::

 Hey there! Today I hope to give you your "daily dose" of inspiration...

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Inner Beauty

I got this adorable print a while ago because I loved the shop and it's artwork...

"Inner Beauty" art print from thepoppytree

Why do I love it so much? Besides the fact that it's too cute to pass up, I love that although she's a caterpillar, she sees herself as a butterfly. (the girl in the print)

 In other words, she loves herself for who she is. And I couldn't agree more... you're beautiful the way you are. :)

Butterfly Dress

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When I saw this dress online, I fell in love. This dress is perfect- whimsical, unique, and an eye-catcher! These are the original sketches of the butterfly dress by Luly Yang.
Pure beauty...

Boxes from paint swatches

Bright colors are trendy this season. Check out this creative way to make colorful boxes from paint swatches! See how to make one here. A nice way to re-use those unused paint samples....

Paint swatch project from the blog How about Orange

Just a reminder: I'm having a giveaway, sponsored byCamiGBoutique on Etsy. A pair of beautiful earrings could be yours! Enter for a chance to win.

5th Day of Inspiration: Mason Jars

I  never thought you could serve drinks in jars, but I guess you can! :)

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4th Day of Inspiration: Mason Jars

More hanging lights.....

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3rd Day of Inspiration: Mason Jars

Doesn't this picture have a whimsical touch to it?

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