October 21, 2012

Birthday Wishlist and New Friends

boots: kohls (now on sale for $45 online)   jeans: kohls (similar)  tank top: target ($3)  sweater: ? 

Unfortunately this picture has nothing to do with the rest of this post, but it's an outfit I wore this weekend.

Any creative transition between these two would be appreciated. 

My birthday is less than two weeks away. 
Thanks to a million blogs, etsy and pinterest I have no problem coming up with a wishlist.
Here's some things I'd love to get for my birthday!



mustard cardigan / horse sweater / cowboy boots
monogram necklace / elephant scarf / teardrop necklace

Chris did you read this post?
I should probably more be asking "Mom, did you read this post?"

Something that is probably way more exciting to you than what I would like to get for my birthday is a chance to meet some pretty neat ladies.  I feel honored to have them on my blog this month and they are definitely some girls that you should get to know!


First up is Montana from Sara Montana Says

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I have loved getting to know Montana through her blog!  Blogs like Montana's are my favorite to read because they combine all things of real life.  Like really exciting moments, hard and painful moments, and then everything in between.  Montana blogs about fashion, recipes, life, as well as her adorable etsy shop.


Next up is Kait from GridIron Lipstick


This picture alone is a good sign that Kait is really fun.  I'd place money on the fact that she is more fun than me.  Case in point - this picture is her making a snow angel in Super Bowl confetti.   While she claims to be far from a fashion blogger, she wears some pretty cute outfits and posts about her sweet love story too.  

I'm so excited to have Julee and Kim from DIY Louisville again.


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I can't imagine you missed their introduction last time but in case you did, you need to three things about these sweet, talented ladies.
1. They know how to dress and post adorable outfits.
2. They share some really delicious recipes, like these Autumn Muffins.
3. They are extremely talented in the craft making department, like these adorable fabric acorns.


Finally, meet Bethany from Northwest Betty.

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Bethany is one of the girls from who I feel so blessed to have meet through blogging.  We have emailed back and forth countless times, as we have both found ourselves struggling with infertility and how to handle it.  I am so thankful for her open heart through such a painful time, as well as her wise words and outlook on life.  I'm also thankful for the beautiful pictures she posts and every chance to get to look at one of the cutest dogs ever!


You should definitely go check out these ladies.
and feel free to buy be one of those presents for my birthday too.




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39 comments:

  1. All these ladies look fantastic!!

    I have that teardrop necklace and LOVE it. Really hope your mom reads this post!! :-)

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  2. I wish you knew where you got the sweater. I love it!

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  3. For the Cowboy boots, check in your Target store. They have them on clearence in ours for either $23 or $27!
    Kristin

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  4. awwww your birthday is SO soon!! hope you get everything on your list....yo deserve it! :)

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  5. Your fringe boots are so cute!

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  6. I love the monogram necklace!! I think I need to add one to my Christmas list. Going to check these ladies out :)

    xo,
    Angela
    headtotoechic.blogspot.com

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  7. Love your birthday wishlist! The monogram necklace and green necklace are gorgeous! Hope you get them!!! Have a good week!

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  8. Yes, your mom read this post. Love having a list - and if anyone (Chris, Lauren, Lauren, etc.) decides to buy Katie any of these items, please let me know! Happy early birthday, sweet Katie Jane!

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  9. I almost bought a mustard colored cardigan at Target yesterday. Buuuuut I put it back and bought a black one. A black one I already owned, but this one wasn't covered in dog hair. Ugh. I am so vanilla when it comes to fashion. I try so hard. Kinda. Sorta. Maybe...not at all. ;)

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  10. Happy pre Bumirthday! I am obsessed with your fringe boots:) definitely going to check all these ladies out!

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  11. Your wish list is awesome. Thanks for sharing your friends.

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  12. YAY for birthdays! Love your wishlist, especially that horse sweater :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  13. What a great wish list... I keep a running wishlist on pinterest, you know... in case my mother/sister/husband ever need any ideas :)

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  14. Thanks Katie! We are so happy to be back supporting you this month!

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  15. Love your birthday wishlist! I want that horse sweater :)

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  16. I have a similar teardrop necklace and I love it! I've been dying to get a monogram necklace too. :)

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    1000 Followers Giveaway Extravaganza!

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  17. love the shout out to mom...I asked my mom for a new bag for my birthday...my husband was more than relived to not to have to take on that task :)

    off to check out these lovely ladies!

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  18. Oh Katie!! You are just too sweet, plus those cowboy boots and horse sweater are now on my wishlist too!!
    Thank you!!!

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  19. That is a fabulous birthday wishlist, especially that horse sweater. So cute. And what a list of wonderful ladies, thanks for introducing them!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  20. That's so exciting that your birthday is so soon! I love everything on your list and hope you get it all!

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  21. These are really lovely picks!!


    Coco
    www.cocorrina.com

    Join the GIVEAWAY to win a Black & Gold Statement Necklace from my shop. Only 2 days left!

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  22. I bought those boots and absolutely love them!!!

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  23. Thanks for the sweet write-up Lauren! And I love your wish list!

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  24. I'm searching for a mustard cardigan too!!!

    Carly
    www.lipglossandcrayons.com

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  25. So fun! Love your cute booties!

    creamyclothes.blogspot.com

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  26. ooo, great wish list, hope you get some great presents!

    thanks for sharing these new blogs, love finding new inspiration.

    http://dallianceswithsuitsandskirts.blogspot.com/

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  27. I have that tear drop necklace! Awww....too bad you don't live closer we could totally do jewelry swaps. Great wishlist...hope your momma and hubby are paying attention!

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  28. Gasp! I need those fringe boots!

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  29. Ahhh! I love a good birthday list. Love your choices!!!

    Happy Monday!

    Erin
    www.cali-landchic.com

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  30. SUPER cute boots! AND I LOVE THAT GRAY SHIRT WITH THE BLACK HORSES! SO CUTE!

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  31. Great wish list--I adore that horse sweater too!

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  32. Great wish list!! Love the elephant scarf! :)

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  33. Love your picks for your birthday! That teardrop necklace is so pretty! Great outfit with the fringe boots too!

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  34. I like your outfit!
    Nice friends :)
    xoxo

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  35. cute! birthdays = looooooooooong wishlists... lol

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  36. Your wish list looks like mine! I want one of those monogrammed necklaces soooooo bad!!

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  37. Ooh, great outfit, great wishlist, great blogs - great post! Hope you get the stuff on your wishlist! ;)

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  38. I have those boots, and they are super comfy! I hope you get them!!! Everything is so cute. Don't you love putting birthday wish lists together?? So fun!!

    Have a great day!
    Shelly

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  39. Great birthday wish list :) I wear my mustard cardi and that statement necklace all the time! So useful.

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