tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5804022155122645692024-02-07T05:38:52.039-05:00kats*eye viewKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-30483167181170217482010-12-29T09:14:00.000-05:002010-12-29T09:14:36.881-05:00sparkle<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via {<a href="http://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/trends/articles/best-new-years-dresses?click=pp">here</a>}</td></tr>
</tbody></table>oh, hello lovely! how perfect would this <a href="http://www.nicolemiller.com/">nicole miller</a> number be for the big ball drop on friday night? *le sigh* when the price tag reads "price available upon request" {insert <i>throw head back and laugh</i> here}, i move on to other options. but i do love it so, therefore i share it here - in my virtual dream closet ;)<br />
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xoxo,<br />
kat<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div>Katherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-73522215495560743192010-12-28T08:43:00.000-05:002010-12-28T08:43:34.650-05:00MadeByGirl sale!Jenn Ramos, over at MadeByGirl, <a href="http://madebygirl.blogspot.com/2010/12/20-off-at-made-by-girlvia-made-by-girl_27.html">reminded</a> all her twitter folks about her <i><b>20% OFF</b></i> sale going on NOW! The sale is through December 31st - so take advantage ASAP!<br />
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I may or may not have gifted this piece of lovely to myself for Christmas...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via {<a href="http://www.madebygirl.com/product.php?sku=PR-53">here</a>}</td></tr>
</tbody></table>The shop has fun items like this, by Jen, and by many other artists. So hop over to her <a href="http://www.madebygirl.com/">e-store</a> and shop til you drop! To get the 20% OFF, enter <b>2010BLOG20</b> at checkout!<br />
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xoxo<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-65481987774584928262010-12-22T15:05:00.000-05:002010-12-22T15:05:03.938-05:00bloglovin' Need a new way to organize your blog roll? Check out <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/">BlogLovin'</a>!<br />
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<a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/2198446/katseye-view?claim=kpxssk6vf5r">Follow {kats*eye view} with bloglovin!</a>Katherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-8226298745774647682010-12-22T08:23:00.000-05:002010-12-22T08:23:12.377-05:00merry christmas!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via {<a href="http://blog.easydreamerphotography.com/">Easy Dreamer Photography</a>}</td></tr>
</tbody></table>I want to wish y'all a very Merry Christmas! I hope your holiday is filled with love, joy and laughter - and maybe a cocktail & mini-tree, too! ;)<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-84255701068414796632010-12-21T09:05:00.000-05:002010-12-21T09:05:53.696-05:00winter wonderland<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>Holy snow sugar! I'm in love with this guest dessert <a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/2010/12/holiday-guest-dessert-feature/">feature</a> on Amy Atlas' <a href="http://blog.amyatlas.com/">blog</a> today :) Head over to <i>Sweet Designs</i> to check out the rest of the snowy details. The feature was submitted by Australian duo Bec & Tammi of <a href="http://www.rubyju.com.au/index2.php#/home/">Rubyju</a><i>. </i>Their work is STUNNING so check out their blog too!<br />
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These dessert feature tables always blow me away - maybe I will muster up some courage and give one a try sometime soon? :)<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-90007223914816450212010-12-18T10:22:00.001-05:002010-12-18T10:22:02.818-05:00g'morning<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><br/>
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On beech mountain this morning and feeling all emotions. This was one of Poppa Dale's favorite views. Lovely, no? <br/>
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Xoxo,<br/>
Kat<br/>
</div>Katherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-80670200896525953362010-12-09T21:52:00.000-05:002010-12-09T21:52:47.027-05:00Poppa Dale<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMM9Rh5uHCl9OO9XhbFw_RGZg0cE8jepyoIohfgRENuIcIKUliYa1PfIcbLsbC4dYhhtlFPqy9Bme40HI8b3xAWeFITfXppR1KlkLDXd-GsA5L-8epU7SSFJGpXN-MyUfFNlyRjmmS3Pg/s1600/2010-12-08_16-49-53_80.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="574" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMM9Rh5uHCl9OO9XhbFw_RGZg0cE8jepyoIohfgRENuIcIKUliYa1PfIcbLsbC4dYhhtlFPqy9Bme40HI8b3xAWeFITfXppR1KlkLDXd-GsA5L-8epU7SSFJGpXN-MyUfFNlyRjmmS3Pg/s640/2010-12-08_16-49-53_80.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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It was Wednesday morning when I got the news. I was getting ready for work and my cell phone rang. I knew. I just knew.<br />
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My grandfather, Dale Elderidge Files, was diagnosed with bone cancer earlier this year. And he passed away after a seemingly short and painful battle. He had more life in his pinky-finger than most people have in their entire body. Fondly known as "Poppa Dale" by his children and grandchildren, he was the kindest person you will ever meet, a fiercely loyal friend, a loving husband, a caring father and THE BEST grandfather in the world.<br />
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I always knew he was wonderful, but it wasn't until I started my job at East Coast Metal Distributors, until I truly understood how many people felt the exact same way about him. Poppa Dale founded East Coast in 1954, treating each and every employee like a member of his family. He expected hard work out of you, but would give you love and support ten-fold. His kindness and influence is deeply apparent in the overwhelming support my family has received over the past few months, weeks and days leading up to his death and the days after. I cannot thank you all enough - there just are not words.<br />
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My heart is so heavy, though I take comfort knowing that he doesn't suffer anymore. <br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNjv1WDGxt8">I love you</a>, Poppa Dale, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck... :)<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-14875983216395767082010-12-05T10:37:00.000-05:002010-12-05T10:37:25.864-05:00the holiday rush!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhCy4tioA8EccPo9AHcLuAeY_LKWhqHnqxDHkq0LoeIOH03raFIYDtNt764gebg4Ry-U6BNdCHv2fuXrz_d9XATXMlbLMSCuVU43UUbbzBzvyTar7DBTdTb-WPjMjnw1HOMvaAP5vKodI/s1600/1291563006251.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhCy4tioA8EccPo9AHcLuAeY_LKWhqHnqxDHkq0LoeIOH03raFIYDtNt764gebg4Ry-U6BNdCHv2fuXrz_d9XATXMlbLMSCuVU43UUbbzBzvyTar7DBTdTb-WPjMjnw1HOMvaAP5vKodI/s400/1291563006251.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
I don't need to remind anyone just how INSANE the month of December is, do I? Well, I'm going to anyway. Projects at work become SUPER busy to beat the year-end, holiday parties with friends, failed-attempts at catching up on sleep. It all culminates in this seemingly shrinking month! On top of that, my inner Martha starts screaming to be let out and let her deck the halls...<br />
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And so far, this is what I have to show for it. A pathetically bare Christmas tree. I feel as though I've failed and the elves at the North Pole are pointing and laughing. No ornaments, no star and not to mention no other decorations of any sort in our apartment. I'm hoping to remedy all of this tonight or sometime in the coming week. Have you gotten your holiday decorations up? I'd love to hear that I'm not the only one behind the tree-trimming schedule... ;)<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-84013775703802100532010-11-23T15:48:00.000-05:002010-11-23T15:48:22.620-05:00let's play dress up!Thanksgiving is just around the corner and this is the perrrfect opportunity to say THANK YOU to y'all who come back again and again to read my ramblings :) you're much appreciated! xoxo<br />
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Today's post is about prepping for all of those holiday parties you've been RSVP'ing to for weeks now! It's time to brainstorm about your dashing threads you'll rock at each soiree! :) Here are a few of my favorites...<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> This makes me SO ready for some festive holiday fetes! Here's the rundown:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Silk Organza Strapless by ABS - found {<a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446364255&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492145815&bmUID=iNW856u&ev19=1:15">here</a>}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Last Dance Dress by Madewell - found {<a href="http://www.shopbop.com/last-dance-dress-madewell/vp/v=1/845524441885279.htm?folderID=2534374302063518&fm=other-shopbysize">here</a>}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Portia Dress by Joie - found {<a href="http://www.shopbop.com/portia-dress-joie/vp/v=1/845524441886094.htm?folderID=2534374302063518&fm=other-shopbysize">here</a>}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. Silk Faille V-Neck Party Dress by Chloe & Reese - found {<a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446381641&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492145815&bmUID=iNWaPOB&ev19=3:15">here</a>}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Ombre Sequin Dress by Michael Kors - found {<a href="http://www.michaelkors.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod8940018&parentId=cat18007&masterId=cat102&index=30&cmCat=cat000000cat102cat18007">here</a>}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. V-Neck Sequin Dress by ABS - found {<a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446383869&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492145815&bmUID=iNWd08C&ev19=10:27">here</a>}</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Kat</div>Katherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-73933549655747071702010-11-16T09:57:00.000-05:002010-11-16T09:57:07.732-05:00I swear by it...The other day I was talking to a dear friend about beauty products we cannot live without. And I thought it would be fun to share with all of you too! Everyone has their go-to gloss, their must-have hairspray or the perfect bath beads. Here are few items I cannot live without:<br />
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<a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2091950&productId=xlsImpprod1460082&navAction=push&navCount=1">Nail Bonder</a> by <i>Orly</i> - Want to make your homespun mani & pedi last just a bit longer? This rubberized bonder is the JAM! It extends my mani by at least 3 days without chipping. Just a quick base coat and you're ready to roll. Plus I love the Orly brush handles - no-slip grip! This is key for clumsy, right-handed peeps like yours truly. $9 per bottle and can be found at Ulta.<br />
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Well, those are my essentials! What products can you not live without? Share in the comments, lovelies!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-7625915831740032372010-11-10T10:09:00.000-05:002010-11-10T10:09:39.890-05:00daddyioI was spending some time with my Dad recently and snapped a few pictures of him in his element...<br />
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Hope y'all are having a great week!<br />
xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-4889070322428333652010-11-05T09:37:00.000-05:002010-11-05T09:37:23.678-05:00tgif + a few happy thoughts<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is how I feel about it being Friday. via {<a href="http://www.stephanierausser.com/www/#">Stephanie Rausser</a>}</td></tr>
</tbody></table> Happy Friday, y'all! WOW! It's been a hot minute since I've posted. The full-time job, travels and family ties are definitely tugging me a lot of directions - all appropriately-so. However, I must admit time away from writing makes me feel like a tiger with no stripes! I'm happy to get back into the swing of things...<br />
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I have LOTS of fun news! Numero uno, MY BROTHER, BRYAN, IS ENGAGED! Yes, yes. While I already consider MegWhite to be my sister, they're going to make it oh-fficial! YAY! So big congrats to those two lovebirds :)<br />
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</tbody></table> Two, I'm super pumped because this weekend I am trekking up to Richmond, VA to visit with one of best friends, Ashley Brooke. I'm excited to see her, but I am also extremely excited about our plans (baking, massages, movies, the list goes on...) Needless to say, it will be a rockin' weekend!<br />
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Annnd three, my new friend Victoria has just started up her new wedding/design blog, <a href="http://aticklemyfancylove.blogspot.com/">Tickle My Fancy</a>! Please be sure to hop over there and check it out! <br />
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Just a few things I want to mention that have put a smile on my face during my recently hectic schedule:<br />
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<ul><li>There's a Christmas tree farm being put up, as I type, across from my apartment complex! Anyone who knows me can attest to the fact that I have an over-the-moon love for the Christmas season. And just seeing them hammer the wooden fence in the ground, hang the white lights and lay the pallets out gets my insides in a twist! And the trees aren't even here yet :) Yes, I know this obnoxious. But I cannot contain myself!</li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Via {<a href="http://www.lonnymag.com/decorate/bookshelves">Lonny</a>} Random? Yes. Beautiful? Absolutely.</td></tr>
</tbody></table><ul><li>The Making Things Happen 2010 tour is starting its second-leg this week in Houston, Texas. And the ladies of MTH have yet to disappoint. They've started up a new Tumblr <a href="http://mth2010.tumblr.com/">blog </a>to update us MTH fans and hopefuls! Crossing my fingers that the 2011 tour dates are being set in NC!</li>
</ul><ul><li>The boy and I live across the street from Southpoint Mall (yes, dangerous for this shopaholic). But we've had two upgrades recently to this uber-convenient shopping district that I'm excited to share! One, they've put in a new traffic light at the main entrance. Yes, I'm weird, but totally entitled, for being excited about this. Living near one of the nicest/largest shopping malls in the state brings people from ALL over during the holiday season, hence making getting to my own home somewhat difficult. So high-five to whoever pushed the traffic light idea to fruition. Two, we stole Raleigh's Crate & Barrel! WOOO! Enough said.</li>
</ul><ul><li>What has put a smile on YOUR face this week? Share in the comments, please :) No, really. Please share! </li>
</ul>Okay, party people - I hope you all have a fantastic weekend! <br />
xoxo,<br />
Kat<br />
<ul></ul>Katherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-50332841181861519512010-10-15T09:22:00.000-05:002010-10-15T09:22:31.414-05:00tgif + can't stop, won't stopHi friends! It's Friday, again! Can I get a "hallelujah!!"??? But the work-train won't stop today for this gal. Rehearsal tonight, Durham blessing all day tomorrow at the <a href="http://thekingsdaughtersinn.com/">Kings Daughters Inn</a>, and then off to <a href="http://www.bikramdurham.com/">Bikram Durham</a> and brainstorming sesh on Sunday! Wooo! This one is for my girl, Mallory...<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-43451647674148357112010-10-14T15:38:00.000-05:002010-10-14T15:38:50.688-05:00Paper Goods: CartolinaI found this paperie and immediately felt the need to share! <a href="http://www.cartolina.com/index.html">Cartolina </a>is a stationer who mixes old antique prints and images with modern color and fonts. Cards, notebooks, pads, the works! And it's all incredibly adorable. See for yourself!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-29911996894804222032010-10-12T07:24:00.000-05:002010-10-12T07:24:47.603-05:00Mrs. Potts Pops by BakerellaOne thing you may not know about me is that I am a HUGE Disney fan. My siblings and I grew up watching Disney movies, our family was fortunate enough to vacation to Orlando to visit Disney World and to top it all off, I worked there briefly in college. The Disney vault is releasing Beauty & the Beast (my personal favorite) on Blu-Ray and there's been a lot of Belle buzz.<br />
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I love it when two of my very favorite things collide into something extra magical! My recent obsession with baking led me to the fabulous site of <a href="http://www.bakerella.com/">Bakerella</a>! Angie Dudley, an Atlanta-based graphic designer, started her super fun cake pop website three years ago. She posted an image of a cute little cupcake on a stick and it was off from there! Now known as "Bakerella," Angie, has been running around the country promoting her book, <i>Cake Pops: Tips, Tricks and Recipes for More than 40 Irresistible Mini Treats</i> {find it <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Cake-Pops-Tricks-Recipes-Irresistible/dp/0811876373">here</a>}. Her blog is one of my daily reads, but the other day I came across a particular <a href="http://www.bakerella.com/teapop-party/">post</a> that had me super excited! Mrs. Potts cake pops! Disney + baked goods = my dream come true!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">via {<a href="http://www.bakerella.com/teapop-party/">here</a>}</td></tr>
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I think I have found my next baking adventure! Yay!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-10449832339078710902010-10-08T08:03:00.000-05:002010-10-08T08:03:16.835-05:00tgif + ultimate living space<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This weekend should be ah-mazing for yours truly. My BFF, <a href="http://ashe-shugg.blogspot.com/">Ashley Brooke</a>, is trucking it down to NC from Richmond, Virginia for a few short days. We're taking in some serious football action with the <a href="http://tarheelblue.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/unc-m-footbl-body.html">Clemson vs. Carolina</a> game on Saturday and then the Bears vs. the Panthers game in Charlotte, on Sunday! WOO! I've got my game-face ready!<br />
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I digress. I've stumbled upon some fantastic images throughout the week, but this is one I cannot stop clicking back to:<br />
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtBM7t1gy6o98zf6ClDWryDx400DWx5isi6jB-dfwhCBa5CIyvk0CkkAK5RXftYoTypCslkMzp52cnkdxArQBiQdSP9WE6FwBaO0erZVDa5fNPWijIs0ygWmx03lUMJsyxnYEWP5roxU0/s1600/living+room.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div>Perfection, right? Hardwood floors + super feminine colors = amazing balance! Plus, that ottoman? That lovely lady on the right is Summer Thornton, a Chicago-based interior designer. Her home is so beautiful, so be sure to skip over to new, and fabulous, online-magazine, <a href="http://www.adoremagazine.com/">Adore</a>, to check out the rest!<br />
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I have to gives props to The Decorista, Ashlina, for pointing <a href="http://www.thedecorista.com/2010/10/house-tours-adorable-new-online.html">this</a> out to me. If you haven't checked out <a href="http://www.thedecorista.com/">The Decorista</a>, you're missing out. End of story. Run, don't walk!<br />
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Also, I encourage you to visit <a href="http://flowerandhoney.blogspot.com/2010/10/tgif-friday-fun.html">Flower & Honey</a> today, as the tgif post includes some super fun coverage of Engage!10, a wedding conference that occurred earlier this week. Wedding-enthusiasts and design-junkies alike will drool over what those wedding pros got to experience in Palm Springs.<br />
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Have a great weekend!!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-45447581533244925022010-10-07T08:50:00.000-05:002010-10-07T08:50:52.711-05:00think of the: framesI love it when beauty & utility are combined! I found these frames, by way of <a href="http://ohjoy.blogs.com/my_weblog/">Oh Joy!</a>, that just rock my socks - check these out:<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-58844096143713644432010-10-06T14:20:00.000-05:002010-10-06T14:20:18.690-05:00wall of fun!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjJrFHQTVn9jpT7-_OoUTvGeXEsifSckutzv3qjVB5yqKbH5vo6rnePB2shuDDoBzhg9AL1nPIRRdQQ7mQAqATACyUYHOwk6Izq6p5DFYW7SJ2qJQE09GXEIv7XJcMqx-mReB7yhWXMRM/s1600/eclectic-design-lobell-ed1010-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjJrFHQTVn9jpT7-_OoUTvGeXEsifSckutzv3qjVB5yqKbH5vo6rnePB2shuDDoBzhg9AL1nPIRRdQQ7mQAqATACyUYHOwk6Izq6p5DFYW7SJ2qJQE09GXEIv7XJcMqx-mReB7yhWXMRM/s400/eclectic-design-lobell-ed1010-10.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-24753729715434490152010-10-01T10:24:00.000-05:002010-10-01T10:24:14.438-05:00tgif + falling for fall<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS3aQdgv45l2Ll3Rq6e9XMJc-sJ9SZ1T0ya9VuhdAAdVt4va-9L7NoZ9i_EMaFJeW-h5FcZTsiwAksR-J4MIE4sNQWzGX5vOifV7i0MhPBtHSIbIA1wWixwfVHE0IW_d10ffb-vMRof28/s1600/october+banner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="187" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS3aQdgv45l2Ll3Rq6e9XMJc-sJ9SZ1T0ya9VuhdAAdVt4va-9L7NoZ9i_EMaFJeW-h5FcZTsiwAksR-J4MIE4sNQWzGX5vOifV7i0MhPBtHSIbIA1wWixwfVHE0IW_d10ffb-vMRof28/s400/october+banner.jpg" width="400" /> </a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Happy October, friends! It's FINALLY starting to feel cooler here in North Carolina and I'm a SUPER happy camper! There are countless decor & fashion reasons to love Autumn, but I'm taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming to bring you some other lovely reasons to crush on this awesome season! </div><br />
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I would LOVE to hear your favorite parts about Fall! Share in the comments, lovelies!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Images Sources {<a href="http://www.starbucks.com/">Starbucks</a>, <a href="http://www.nfl.com/">NFL</a>, <a href="http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/">BRP</a>, <a href="http://www.ncstatefair.org/2010/">NC State Fair</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/">Martha Stewart</a>}</span></div><br />
Also, Happy Friday! I'm sure you've been working your tush off this week. Treat yourself on your days off with that yummy-licious Pumpkin Spice Latte! It works WONDERS. I hope you have a fun and relaxing Fall weekend!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-44097678818796243512010-09-30T08:25:00.001-05:002010-09-30T08:26:05.692-05:00light it up!Just some drool-worthy home lighting for your browsing pleasure...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two previous via {<a href="http://danielstuartstudio.com/Default.asp?id=1&l=1">Daniel Stuart Studio</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two previous by Leiux via {<a href="http://tootsandmagoo.com/">Toots & Magoo</a>}</td></tr>
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-15777663639357393622010-09-24T08:11:00.000-05:002010-09-24T08:11:57.586-05:00tgif<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-36194536938565467512010-09-23T14:09:00.000-05:002010-09-23T14:09:35.419-05:00Sneak Peek: Charleston HomeEric Cohler was born in Chicago, raised in New York, but now claims Charleston, South Carolina as his "home." <a href="http://www.veranda.com/">Veranda</a> recently spotlighted Cohler, and his lovely Charleston abode. Charleston being one of my favorite cities, I had to share these images! I'd say for being a northern transplant, Cohler hit the southern nail on the head. Not to mention the 100-year-old magnolia trees shading the home...it doesn't get more southern than that!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Images via {<a href="http://www.veranda.com/room-decorating/charleston-single-house-cohler-0208">Veranda</a>}</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
What a wonderful place to call home? I particularly love that Carolina blue bench and Marilyn in the dining room! What's your favorite part?<br />
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xoxo,<br />
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</div>Katherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-33819223602064773092010-09-21T08:29:00.000-05:002010-09-21T08:29:48.807-05:00country cucina<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Not to mention the design elements! I love the wooden beam ceiling, the off-white cabinetry and the sea-blue tile back-splash. It all works perfectly. If I had to choose one element as a must-have, it'd be the wooden beams. They completely warm up the space.<br />
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What is your kitchen must-have?<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-58945651185703983652010-09-17T15:13:00.000-05:002010-09-17T15:13:39.048-05:00tgif + oscar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Via {<a href="http://www.oscardelarenta.com/?folderId=/collections/runway/Resort2011">here</a>}</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQLOZIZORyLJGUKLWyKkq1NtD2pbWUnRq5O4WcHtiY6poWTIL4g9VBRxhHGaGJcxuu8zBP_PfEEnt7Uvlxly8o6_0f33cLND1EW2ezZ-A7PItL5zd7mpXmVcW3w1SOZj1KHGwAkOs-Ee4/s1600/green.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div>With New York Fashion Week 2010 wrapping up and a close to my busy work week, I thought I'd leave you with this lovely gem from Oscar de La Renta...<br />
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Have a fabulous weekend y'all!<br />
xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-580402215512264569.post-14022508548627491302010-09-16T08:29:00.000-05:002010-09-16T08:29:17.438-05:00Durham Biz: Parker+Otis<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDtp-H-y9xYVjyX4z3dDGVNVRfUiykUhq8WSNW-NcVnoyRE0xYrPA1ppGldagtghieWQPWsKbM2PvZuapgdVmy7EprSMEZQcHlQU0p_B3hmvLFLNx57dAUJzGqG5Jc61cm9StSaIVlJxY/s1600/coffee.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDtp-H-y9xYVjyX4z3dDGVNVRfUiykUhq8WSNW-NcVnoyRE0xYrPA1ppGldagtghieWQPWsKbM2PvZuapgdVmy7EprSMEZQcHlQU0p_B3hmvLFLNx57dAUJzGqG5Jc61cm9StSaIVlJxY/s400/coffee.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><br />
Remember that handy-dandy <a href="http://kats-eyeview.blogspot.com/2010/08/durham-splash-mob.html">list</a> I've been making for you about why to love Durham, North Carolina? Well, whip it out and grab a pen, because I have yet another lovely reason to tack on: Parker + Otis! If you haven't dropped in on this lovely Durham establishment, plain and simple: you're missing out. <a href="http://www.parkerandotis.com/store/directions">Nestled between Duke Street and Gregson Street</a>, P+O is the perfect spot to grab breakfast or lunch, do your vino shopping AND grab a coffee all in the same adorable place! It's a melting pot of many culinary delights with a bakery, deli, and coffee+tea bar!<br />
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But wait, there's more! On top of some of the most fantastic drinks, paninis, salads and sweets galore, P+O is a beautiful market where you can find bags, cookware, marinades, stationery, seasonal decor - I could go on! Did I also mention they have a fantastic beer and wine section? I know what you're thinking. It's everything you could possibly ever need, right?<br />
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Bonus time! Yes. There's more...big, covered deck for long lunches or short chats with hot tea? Check. Friendly and helpful staff? Check. Gift wrap available? Check. Plenty of indoor seating to accommodate those high-traffic lunch hours? Check. By "lunch" they mean open til 7 or 8 pm? Check. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Images via {<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Durham-NC/Parker-and-Otis/58965892739#%21/pages/Durham-NC/Parker-and-Otis/58965892739">here</a>} </span></div><br />
It sounds too good to be true - I promise you, it's real! <a href="http://www.parkerandotis.com/store/index.php">Check it out for yourself</a>! While you're there, grab a lemon sugar cookie. They are to die for!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
KatKatherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10351067011831199258noreply@blogger.com0