Stacey's Smiles

Is it really May?? I'm finding it so hard to believe we're starting the fifth month of this year! I am so excited for the next week though! I have two days of work to get through and then I have a wedding reception to go too, I'm spending a few days in London with my sister and then I'm off to Paris with my best friend Susie! I'm counting down the minutes!

Post cards, Business Cards and Old Tickets.

A bunless burger! 

Sisters! 

My ever growing Oia Jules collection! 

An old favourite from Soap & Glory and something new to try! 

Stacey's Smiles

I have been counting down the days at this work this week and I finally only have tomorrow left to work before I can enjoy a few days off! I don't have too many plans but I do have a whole list of things I want to bake including some Creme Egg brownies! Happy Weekend Everyone!

Preparing for Easter.

Some weekday sparkle from Oia Jules.

A new macaron shop I need to try! 

A very appropriate snack from Graze this week! Use code 'HLYVVLR' to get your first box free.

Planning a trip to Paris for later this year! 

DIY Project: A Tiny Table

I had been after a little table for my room where I could display some of my current favourite things. My mum found this dark wood one for just £3 at a sale and it was perfect for my first furniture painting project.

I was originally going to paint it pale green but decided to use some paint we already had!

After some sanding and a coat of primer, it took 3 coats on paint to cover the table and then I just glued some paper I found to the top with craft glue and sealed it with four coats of varnish!

In all this table cost me less than £10 and I just adore the way it turned out, I am totally inspired to painting something bigger next time.

Has anyone else painted any old pieces of furniture they've found? I'd love to see some other pieces for inspiration! I am a big fan of Holly's Blog, In The Fun Lane, for ideas, she has a dream home! 

Stacey's Smiles

It's March, and that means that my shopping ban is over! I am rather surprised with myself really, no new clothes, shoes, or accessorises have been added to my collection in the past month! I did it and now I think I deserve a reward so I will be doing some pay day shopping this weekend. I am eyeing this bag for Spring at Topshop for starters. Who knows maybe I'll do another ban later in the year. I hope everyone has a great weekend!

A slice of homemade carrot cake.

My current table display, featuring some Shop City Girl & EllandEmm.

Trying to decide on some paint colours.

Wrapping my giveaway prizes.

A Brioche Bunny.

Shopping Ban Update

Well I only have 7 days left to go on my shopping ban and it has been a lot easier than I thought it would be! I was almost tempted by the 40% and free shipping at J Crew on Monday but I resisted! I have been deleting all the offer emails as soon as they arrive in my box without opening them.

I do have a wish list for March and these are a few of things I've been eyeing.

Forever 21 Striped Georgette Shirt 

I haven't shopped at Baublebar yet but they have the most amazing selection of jewellery for affordable prices. These earrings I saw over at Nicole's Guide To Style would be perfect for spring.

Baublebar Marquise Leaf Cascade Earrings 

Current/Elliot The Boyfriend Jean in Loved Destroy

As much as I love the Current/Elliott Jeans  I want to find them on some sort of sale so until I do, I might try these instead.

Gap Sexy Boyfriend Jeans

EllandEmm Rose Gold Emmie

And I will just carry on dreaming about this one.

Miu Miu Madras Shoulder Bag

Current Uniform

I seem to be grabbing a chunky knit sweater, boots and a coat all the time at the moment! Please can it start to warm up already! I had to add a bit of sparkle with my EllandEmm Audrey necklace because every weekend needs something shining in it!

There is still plenty of time left to enter my giveaway here too!

H&M sweater & Gloves, BB Dakota Coat, EllandEmm Audrey Necklace

Stacey's Smiles

My first smiles post of 2013! This morning when I woke I peeped out of my curtains to see all the beautiful snow that has fallen over night! I always think snow makes everything seem even more beautiful and although it has been freezing here all week and people can't stop complaining about the white stuff I love it! 

I finally caved and got a DSLR camera last weekend! I have been debating getting one for a while now and my indecisive self wasn't even 100% sure I was going to purchase it when I went to the store! But I came home with the Canon 600D and I am so excited to start playing around with it! If anyone has any good tips please share in the comments! Have a great weekend everyone! 

Sparking in EllandEmm on a Saturday

How I'm currently sealing my envelopes! 

My new camera, the Canon 600D!

A picturesque morning view

Coconut Polar Bear Cupcakes made with Susie