Oh Hey There Minted.

I have been crushing on Minted for a long time. When they reached out to see if I would be interested in a sponsored post, I jumped at the chance because their company is one of my favorites and their products are just too gorgeous not to share! Minted is a marketplace of independent artists who create and submit designs for all your paper necessities… everything from wedding invitations to limited edition art prints and paper party decor. Minted has it all! Being an art lover myself, I think it's a fabulous company and a great way to showcase and support artists. The public is welcome to vote and submit for free! <-- LOVE this!

It’s easy to lose track of time while exploring their site – they have so many options! I’m especially fond of Minted's save the date cards. Wedding fever is catching among our friends... every time we open our mailbox it seems that another couple is tying the knot!  I was recently the MOH for my best friend Shan and she decided on these beautiful Minted wedding invitations. They were perfect for her garden wedding! I recommend Minted to any of my bride-to-be friends who are searching for their save-the-dates and wedding invitations. You can’t go wrong!

Yes, Minted is the dream one-stop-shop for all your wedding paper needs, but they are so much bigger than just weddings. I really enjoy Minted's personalized stationery, day planners and journals – helpful items to get your family organized with the new school year fast approaching. And photo calendars are a beautiful way to display some special moments throughout the year.

Gawwww I love this personal stationery ^

A few more things Minted offers ^^^

P.S. Is it too early to be thinking about Christmas cards? I am falling for these! 

***All pictures come from Minted***

Great Christmas Gifts! BIRCHBOX {For Him or Her}

Click Here To sign up for BIRCHBOX -- The best way to discover new beauty, grooming and lifestyle products. Buy a monthly box for you friend {or yourself} for  3, 6 or 12 months! Each month you'll get a delivery of top product samples from high-end brands. It's such a great way to try out new products without breaking the bank!

Gifts For Him

 

Cacoon Tree Camping Pod / Ice Balls / Leatherman Multi Gadget Tool / Italian Truffle Sea Salt / Warby Parker Glasses (Try 5 Pick One) / Flannel Shirt / Brown - Hunter Boot / Vans for J.Crew Suede Chukka Boots / Patagonia 'Speedway' Beanie Dark Walnut / Allure Homme Sport / Vestal The Helm Surf & Train Watch / Kala Cedar Wood Soap / Chestnut Brown - Beer Making Kit / GoPro HERO3 Helmet Cam + Surf Package / Beard and Mustache Grooming Kit

Gifts For Her

 

Olive Wood Bread Board / Capri Blue Paris Candle / Black + Blum Thermo / Royal Doulton Espresso Cup / Milk Marc de Champagne Truffles / Lavazza Super Crema Italian Espresso / Toast wool socks / Clinique Black Honey Lipstick / Kai Perfume Oil / La Compagnie de Provence Truffles / Aveda 'Comforting' Tea Bags / Essie Nail Polish in Bordeaux / Sabon Body Scrub / Lamy Safari Calligraphy Fountain Pen

Mom's Day Gifts

Mom's Day is just one month away on Sunday, May 12th! Here are some nice Mama's Day presents for your wonderful, beautiful Moms.

 

This lavender body lotion smells divine. I use it almost everyday. It leaves your skin smooth and lightly scented with lavender. Clean and sophisticated. $14

One of many beautifully designed leather iPad cases by Tovicorrie on Etsy. 

The case is made of very high quality 100% leather with a stunning Cognac brown hide.

It will protect your precious iPad, whilst giving it a unique beautiful look! $95

 

 

Your sweetheart, child, grandchild, dog, cat, horse or even bird's silhouette will be carefully hand cut reduced to size by computer and then lovingly turned into a beautiful keepsake pendant. She uses vintage and antique rings to frame the silhouette. $175

Gold Drops Earrings -- light green resin drop dangling from 14K gold filled hooks!!

In the top of the drop there is a turquoise resin points with light green Swarovski crystal .

Around the drop has points of 14K gold filled.

The drop is made of 24K matte gold plated brass base. $36

The "Mama" ring by Nora Kogan is shown here in sterling silver. Simple and perfect. $153

 

 

 

 

 

Pictures: C.O. Bigelow, Leather iPad Case by Tovicorrie, Custom Silhouette Necklaces, Earrings by SigalitAlcalai, "Mama" ring by Nora Kogan

Make Your Own Cards

 What you'll need:

Glitter

 Fine Tip Glue Pen

Martha Stewart Scalloped Paper Puncher 

I also found some cheaper ones on Ebay

And a little bit of creativity <3

Simple as that.

My Bridal Showers

 

Here are some pictures from my bridal showers last summer. Not one, not two but three showers! I am one lucky lady. The first one was an afternoon lunch with my friends -- filled with funny games, beautiful handmade decorations and presents that would make you blush. I am so blessed to have such amazing gals in my life. Second was a neighborhood brunch with all the ladies from the hood, thrown by the lovely Susan and Tina. The fresh flowers were donated from gardens around the neighborhood and arraigned by the ladies and the famous Ernesto: King of Decor and Flowers. I have the best neighbors in the world. And the third shower was a wonderful family get-together hosted by my Aunt D with all of my Aunties, Mommala and cousins. I love you all so much. Thanks for all the love and support.



 

 

 

 

Cute Wedding Gift

My Maid of Honor made us this beautiful ornament for our first Christmas. She cut up a copy of our wedding invitation and put it in a glass bulb. She even arranged the pieces so that specific sections of the invite would be visible...Brittany & Daniel, as they join hands in marriage, the date and time etc. And then she attached our stamp too!

I can see Mo now, sitting there at the table delicately maneuvering little swirls of paper into place. You are amazing Mo and this is truly a very special gift that we will treasure forever.

 

Mug Exchange Party

 

Have you ever been to a Mug Exchange Party? What a genius idea, right?  Our friend Marissa invited us to one last week and it was hilarious! Instead of bringing the traditional "white elephant gift", everyone brings a wrapped mug. You can bring the ugliest mug, the funniest mug, or one that you know everyone will fight over. You can pick from the unopened pile or steal someones that you like up to 3 times. Things get heated when you want that mug! And after the exchange ended we filled them with hot cocoa, cider and boozy concoctions.

Too much fun.

 

 

 



 

Photos By: A Bit of Bees Knees and my sweet friend Christine Ly

Merry Christmas

May you have a very Merry Christmas. I hope you are surrounded by warm thoughts, happy faces and the love of family and friends. May all the joys of Christmas fill your heart throughout the New Year.

-B

 

 

Our First Christmas Card as Mr. and Mrs.

 

And first tree!

Peppermint French Macarons before the Christmas Concert

A Christmas lights walk with the fam, during the Boat Parade

Wrapped gifts from Julia

Our First Ornaments...Julia got us some beautiful ornaments to remind us of our trips.

 

Dad's train set. Love this.

 Aunt Bonnie's Santa

 

 

 

 

So Thankful.