Big Storage Baskets

For me, 2014 is quickly becoming the year of the large basket. How have I never realized they’re perfect for just about everything? Use one to house an indoor tree’s ugly plastic planter, grab another to store rolled up blankets in the living room, and put yet another next to your bed filled with magazines and books. The possibilities are endless as are the options, take a look at 14 of our favorites below.

 

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ROW 1: Decorative Woven Storage Basket // Blue and White Basket // Bright Band 2 Handle Basket    ROW 2: Snake Charmers Storage Baskets // Bolga Baskets // MAFFENS Basket    ROW 3: African Senegalese Lidded Mini Storage Basket // Load Bearing Round Storage Bin    ROW 4: Black Round Jute Bins // Round Belly Baskets (Set of 2) // Light House Braided Basket    ROW 5: Blue Anansi Bolga Basket // Haute on the Range Basket // Yellow-White Stripe Laundry Hamper

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10 Delicious Tacos

Let’s face facts, tacos are delicious. They’re delicious any time and any place, but for some unknown reason they’re best in winter for me. Maybe it’s the spices, maybe it’s their versatility and ease, but it’s probably the comfort level. My all-time favorite is a solid SoCal fish taco, but I’m generally up for anything that doesn’t contain weird animal parts. Here are ten that I’m hoping to try ASAP!

 

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Valentines – Part 1

Each and every year I feel like Valentine’s Day sneaks up on us. First there’s the rush of the holidays, then the sigh of relief after New Year’s, then BAM! Valentine’s Day. It’s less than a month away and for once I feel kinda sorta on top of it, I’ve even purchased a few cards!

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1.Viva Love by Yellow Owl Workshop  2.I’m Nuts About You by Hennel Paper Co.  3.Oh Sizzle! by Christine Wisnieski  4.I Like You by Betsy Ann Paper  5.Lover’s Lane by Hello Small World  6.Heart Letterpress Card by Parrott Design Studio  7.Te Amo by Paperfelt Paper Goods  8.You’re Fancy by Wednesday Press  9.Happy Valentine’s Day by Sugar Paper, Los Angeles  10.Love Pie Chart by Emily McDowell

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Bundle Up in a Blanket

As I write this I’m trying to ignore the buds i saw on the tree in my front yard this morning. In January. I’m so not okay with that, I haven’t had nearly enough time in front of my fireplace yet this winter. Inside I’m keeping it as cozy as possible despite nature’s warnings – spicy candles, pots of soup, and of course plenty of blankets to bundle up in.

 

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ROW 1:Artillery Blanket // Pyramids Travel Throw // Zag Blanket    ROW 2:Armand Diradourian // Pilot Rock Blanket with Leather Carrier    ROW 3:Pink Geo Scarf Blanket // Sea Blanket // Grey Throw with Orange Piping

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Trending: Aztec

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Black and White Aztec Patter iPhone Case – Vasare Nar // Printed Long Sleeve Knit – Seed Heritage // Globetrotter Loafers – Forever21 // Winter Aztec Dress – Necessary Clothing

The new year is kicking off with Aztec-inspired prints across the board. This bold, graphic print has been popping on garments, accessories, and in the home. It’s equally eye-catching in black and white or bold colors, and lends itself especially well to cold weather essentials like cardigans and throws. I can’t wait to get on board!

 

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Loom Beaded Geometric Earrings – Everything Golden // World Traveler Open Front Cardigan – Forever21 // Aztec Necklace – Joyo // Janey Pillow – CB2

 

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 Magical Thinking Metal Wall Bin – Urban Outfitters // Aztec Clutch – Nikita & Vesper // Bold Vintage Pattern Headwrap – Claire’s // Rustic Draped Front Cardigan – Forever21

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10 Warm + Hearty Soups

During the winter months I practically live off of homemade soups. It’s just so easy to make a big pot and eat off of it for a few days or freeze half of it for later, and it’s such a comforting food. I have my favorite go-to, but these ten are on the short list for the next few months! Just click on each image to go to the recipe.

 

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Write It Down

The new year is in full swing, and I am planning for 2014 like a mad woman! List after list after list are all taking form in my notebook as plans and ideas are carefully laid. Sometimes things just don’t feel real until I’ve written them down, you know?

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ROW 1: bRead Freshly Baked Notebook // Pendleton Notebook Collection // Dotted Gold Notebook    ROW 2: Green Circle Notebook // Large Horseshoes Notebook // Hand Screen-printed Notebook    ROW 3: Grafika by 1973 Notebook // Notebook 02 Kraft    ROW 4: Monotype Notebooks // LIVRO Notebook // Kraft Journal    ROW 5: Ruler Diary // Small Check 02 Notebook // Classic Notebooks

 

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