November Around The Web

As November comes to a close, Christmas is just around the corner! This month I fell in love with The House That Lars Built's new wrapping paper line with Alexis Mattox Design. Wrapping gifts is one of my favorite parts of preparing for Christmas, and this year I just might have to expand past the traditional Christmas papers and include some of her designs! Here are a few other gems I discovered this month: 

• Another great way to prepare for Christmas, make a wreath! Beautiful inspiration from Think.Make.Share.

• Such a unique flower crown for Fall

• A gift guide to support organizations that need it the most

• I am a big fan of real Christmas trees, but this snow white version is beautiful too.

• One of my favorite recipes we tried this month

• A guide on "How to Keep Going," one of my favorite series from Design Sponge

• The perfect Fall gift!

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Thanksgiving Snapshots

I couldn't resist sharing a few quick snapshots from Thanksgiving. I'm grateful for time with family, traditions & pumpkin roll — among other things. This year Dale and I carried on the tradition of three family meals on Thanksgiving day. Although we always eat way too much, I wouldn't change getting to spend time with both of our families. This year I was also able to put my pointed pen workshop skills to good use and created some name tags for our brunch!  I hope your weekend was filled with family & friends, food and fond memories. 

“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.”

— Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Favorite Thanksgiving Inspiration

I can hardly believe Thanksgiving is less than a week away! Each year we celebrate with both my family and my husband's family on the same day, which is always hectic and wonderful. This year I will also be going to a Friendsgiving celebration the weekend after! Here is what has me inspired for this year's tabletops: 

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Allie Smith Wedding Collection for Hallmark Gold Crown

I am so happy to share my wedding collection for Hallmark Gold Crown! It will be in stores through the end of the year. Designing this collection as a newlywed felt like the perfect way to complete my wedding festivities. You can find the whole collection online and in Hallmark Gold Crown Stores. I hope these cards help make someone in your life's wedding even more special. Enjoy! 

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Diptychs 9

Abstract patterns, velvet, black details felt right at home this round. Enjoy!

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4 Left | Right

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Southern Weddings Magazine V9!

Today's the day! I'm so thrilled to share spreads from the Chapel Charm feature in Southern Weddings Magazine Volume 9 that I contributed to! I created the paper goods and banner design for this story. Even more details are coming soon, but for now pick up a copy of the magazine for yourself! There are so many beautiful details you will want to see in person, as well as many other lovely stories. Enjoy!

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