Just as Michelle is getting back from her trip to Belgium and Amsterdam, I’m headed out to Spain and Portugal for the week. After checking in on her packing list, I’m off to settle up my own overpacking for the slightly warmer—though still rainy—climate. Follow along for my packing list for Spain and Portugal. Fingers crossed it all fits in …
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Obsessions 09.01.17
Before we dive into this week’s obsessions, we want to take a minute to address the devastation that has hit Texas in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. While there are plenty of ways to help, we suggest donating to make sure that the displaced pets in the Houston area are taken care of. If you can, please consider donating to …
Keep ReadingFinishing your space with scent; in partnership with Piece by Paz candles
Picture it; you’re having people over…the cheese plate is out, your wine is carefully selected and you’ve got the closest candle lit. Or in my case a candle in nearly every room a guest is likely to stumble into. We all burn candles but do we ever think about what the scents are really saying about our individual spaces? To help …
Keep ReadingWhat I learned in my search for luxe sheets + Brooklinen Referral Code for $25 off
At some point this spring, and at the behest of my boyfriend, I decided to take on the task of finding fancy new adult sheets. What are adult sheets you might ask? Well for starters, not the set that are a hold over from your college days. And probably no princesses, super heros, or animals included. Adult sheets are something …
Keep ReadingObsessions 08.11.17
Robin is still snagging all the shoes in sight and Michelle has been home sick binging some cringe worthy tv. See what we’re loving in this week’s And Then We Tried obsessions.
Keep ReadingPatches: New ways to show off all your favorites
When we think patches, denim jackets and backpacks immediately come to mind. And while we love the old staples, with all the amazing patches being made right now, you’re bound to run out of room. So we’ve come up with a few new ways to show off all the patches we’ve been lusting over.
Keep ReadingDIY Wood Bead Candle Holder
If you’ve seen this beautiful candle stick holder floating around the internet lately—hello, it just made Emily Henderson’s round up of California casual accessories—but wondered how on earth it costs $129, then you’re not alone. I was just wondering THE EXACT SAME THING. So being the DIY doers that we are here, I was convinced I could make this for …
Keep ReadingFabric Dying 101: Stovetop Technique
Ever since I experimented with indigo dye last year, I have been playing with different ways to dye fabric. Many of which call for a consistent simmer which means you have to do it over the stovetop. Definitely a BIG ask. SO BIG my boyfriend refuses to be present when this happens for fear of dye ending up everywhere. But …
Keep ReadingObsessions 7.21.17
What are you all up to this weekend? We’ve got big plans to steal some wildflowers and we’ve got the perfect vases to put them in. Plus, a pretty nostalgic soundtrack to blast while we’re perfecting our flower arranging. See what we’re talking about in this week’s And Then We Tried obsessions!
Keep ReadingEasy Gift Kits with Poppy & Quail
Growing up, our moms were ALWAYS ready for a last-minute birthday party with a stash of small prepared gifts “just in case.” Did anyone else’s mom always seem to have Bath and Body Works gift sets, Lisa Frank notebooks, or friendship bracelet kits at the ready? We always think of those standby gifts when we’re scrambling to put together a …
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