Happy Holidays

Sending you the warmest wishes for a very Merry Christmas.

Sparkling NYE

Big news... We just found out we are off to Ireland pre-NYE!

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The bird & I are headed to Dublin, Ireland for about a year, and we will be leaving in less than a week! We are so excited for our adventure there and what better way to kick it off that NYE!

Do you have any suggestions for us... NYE or otherwise?

Here are a couple lovely numbers for our NYE:

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I think long sleeve is probably best... since the weather lately has been in the 30s at night.

We would love to hear if any of my readers have been to or live in Ireland!

Happy Friday! 

Christmas Pinsday

I have been so excited over all the Christmas pins seen on Pinterest lately!

And today, I am here to share.

red & white decor | via

peppermint bark thin mints | via

red & craft wrapping | via

peppermint eggnog shake | via

chocolate & peppermint covered marshmallows | via

I love getting in the Christmas spirit. And I love that these are so easy to diy!

And I have to share this gorgeous clutch with you:

 holiday clutch | via

So perfect for holiday parties & nye!

Christmas Cards

This is the first year I have ever sent out Christmas cards! Its very exciting. So the bird and I chose a lovely photo from our wedding via Vero, our wedding photographer.

I also dolled up the envelopes a bit with address tags.

Here are some of the supplies I used:

craft paper // hole punch // bakers twine // gel pen // tape dispenser

Presents to me... and you!

I am in love with my new iphone case from Meant to be Sent!

And I think I am just as in love with her pretty packaging.

Its like a present within a present!

In addition, Robyn at Meant to be Sent is offering my readers at 20% discount on her entire shop!
On top of the lovely iPhone cases, Meant to be Sent has wrapping paper, cards and more!

Visit her shop and enter BIRDIETOBE20 at checkout for your discount! Happy Shopping!

All dolled up!

NYE is upon us again (in a couple weeks, that is)! Among other things, its always a fun excuse to get dressed up and hit the town! I have been scouring the web for outfit options. Here's what I've come up with so far:

1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6

I have also been loving this combo seen across the web lately:

Sequin peplum skirt, with a lace bodice and bow tights via

Any other suggestions to throw into the mix?

Home for Christmas!

As you may have read a couple weeks back, the bird and I will be off to Ireland soon! So very exciting!

We have been in limbo mode, waiting on our visas/permits, not knowing when we were going to go. But we found out just yesterday, that we will still be home for Christmas. FABULOUS news!

So I immediately broke out our Christmas decor boxes and put up a tree!

Now it feels like Christmas!

And our tree!

And our favorite new ornament, from Lovely Little Details! (by Paloma's Nest)

We're going with the minimalist approach this year, as we have to be out of our house the day after Christmas!

We got renters for our year in Ireland and they're-a-moving-in quick!

Pinsday!

Happy Wednesday!

I have another fun filled Pinsday for your viewing pleasure ;)

tulle + blazer

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gray peacoat

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peppermint bark marshmallows

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 dreams

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Just a few of my favorite things from the week. Xo

Recent 'grams

I wanted to share what I have been up to lately through my recent Instagrams.

1. A sweet wedding ornament from lovely little details

2. Thanksgiving with the bird

3. Thanksgiving tablescapes

4. Celebrating my step-dad's birthday

5. Enjoying some qt with a bestie

I'm @birdietobe if you'd like to follow along!

Hope you had a great weekend!

Pantone Color of the Year 2013: Emerald

That's right... the decision has been made. And Emerald it is!

I have to say, its a little serendipitous for me.

Our year ahead in Ireland

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my birthday is St Patrick's Day

(and this year will be my 30th!)

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Pantone color of the year: Emerald

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 a little stroke of magic

To kick off the festivities, I put this board together of all things Emerald via Kate Spade.

earrings // pumps // wallet // paper // cuff // bangle

In preparation for 2013... its safe to say these items should be added to your wish list this holiday!

Pinsday: Gift Wrap

After a fun filled week of gift guides, I wanted to share some unique gift wrap ideas I have recently found.

Always makes the present that much better, right?

And all are simple enough to diy!

Washi Tape designs. via

Craft Paper + doily + twine. via

Stamped gift wrap. via

Chalk paper wrapping. via

Pretty tags. via

Those tags are amazing!

You can even print them, with your favorite font and cut to size!

Animal prints

I am loving these animal print flats and loafers seen all over the place lately!

And in my search... I found a few different varieties and big savings!

one $100 // two $20 // three $110

What's your latest trend crave?

Gift Guide week: for the couple

Today is the last day of this fabulous gift guide week! I had so much fun putting all these boards together. And not only that, but knocked out a bit of my own holiday shopping too!

Today I give you some fun couples' gift ideas! All $50 of less!

 cheese board + spreader $22 :: travel diary $15 :: alphabet hooks $12 :: champagne flutes $36.50/4

personalized address stamp $50 :: newlywed cookbook $35 :: his & hers glassware $50

Happy Shopping

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Happy Friday!

Gift Guide week: for the little ones

Today, I set a post aside for a gift guide for the little ones. No, I don't have any little ones of my own. But enough in my life to put these boards together.

And these boards were enough to make me swoon. Are kids clothes and accessories not the cutest?!

striped ear hat $19 | sleep sheep $27 | ugg booties $30 | gray button jacket $40 | alphabet wagon $58

tulle skirt $25 | heart sweater $145 | sparkly toms $34 | bear tights $10 | ear muffs $15

quilted hat $19  | anchor pjs $42 | bow tie $20 | hunter boots $75 | striped hoodie $45

These are must-haves when I have a little one of my own!

Tomorrow is the last of the gift guide week... gifts for them.

Happy Gift Guide Week!

Gift Guide week: Pinterest finds

I am continuing the Gift Guide week today (see gifts for her and gifts for him).

Here are some of my favs: gifts for them and for you!

tulle skirt

sparkly loafers (on sale!)

tweed jacket (on sale!)

heeled booties

gold drop necklace

I am also linking up with The Vintage Apple for her Pinterest Wednesday today!

Happy Pinsday!

Thanks so much for dropping by!

Gift Guide week: for him

Hello to Day 2 of the Gift Guide series over here! I had to kick off Day 1 with gift for her... naturally!

Today, we'll spend a little time on him too :)

ipad case // messenger bag // turntable // travel kit // sweater

striped tie // watch // hat // jambox // sperrys

A well-rounded assortment of fabulous items for your favorite guy!

Happy Shopping!

Gift Guide week: for her

I am having a little Gift Guide week here on the blog.

I know they are popping up all over the blog world as the holidays near, but I thought I would join the fun and put my own spin on things.

Today, we are celebrating the girls... what better way to kick off, right?

glitter loafers $158 | aviator sunglasses $395 | heart ring $145 | quilted vest $110 | e-reader case $165 | pavé link bracelet $125 | linen jacket $695 similar found here | two-toned watch $300 |

 rubber bracelets $32 | crystal necklace $85 | gumdrop earrings $38 | glitter flats $88.50 |

dotted scarf $59.50 | animal print flats $20 | mrs. necklace $78 | pop phone $30

Happy Shopping!