the it list

Where is the month of March going? Another Friday is already upon us... take some time to be inspired by the great blogs I have rounded up today!  Happy weekend!

• one hundred inspirations pulls together this Rachel Bilson look for less (less than $100 even!) - this is a perfectly simple look for spring and summer!
• thought and musing takes a gloomy day and brightens it up with a bold blue top - I love how this color adds instant punch to any outfit!
• a spot of whimsy features 'it' girl Amanda Seyfriend... it such a beautiful spotlight on such a uniquely gorgeous gal! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• rosy + tart gives a quick tutorial (it's so easy, it's hardly a recipe) on how to roast tomatoes and it has my mouth watering for farmer's market season! (find rosy + tart on twitter!)
• second street east shows off some great home goods she found at The Foundary - I am loving this unique little side table! Decor blogs always have such a great inside track! (find second street east on twitter!)
• the capital barbie scopes out sweet pleats for spring and summer - and shares her ideas on how to make pleats work for you! (find the capital barbie on twitter!)
• daily crush is loving the look of several stacked bracelets and I am too, what a fun and creative trend. She features inspiration and tips on how to get the look for yourself! (find daily crush on twitter!)
• a spoonful of dish is inspired by Inslee Hayne's girly and chic illustrations. So cute!
• undeniable style bought a very pretty small desk and gains inspiration on how to style it... if you are tight on space but still need a small work area, this is perfect! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style is crushing on mini-bags... they are perfect with a sundress or shorts for spring and summer. I am loving them too! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• mama loves papa takes a vintage thrift store find and refashions it into something more current.  I 'sneaked' the before picture above... click through for the after! (find mama loves papa on twitter!)
• keep collected is rocking the most perfect spring look in my opinion. The hair, the necklace, the jeans... I love the simple appeal.
• shen dove style is spring-ready with a great cropped trench.  I just love trenches in any form lately and this look is amazing! (find shen dove style on twitter!)
• walking around {where the sidewalk begins} has this pretty summer tunic on her wish list... I think it's on mine now as well. I love this for the beach or pool! (find walking around on twitter!)
• rose a la mode sneak peeks some of her fashionable duds from the Texas Style Conference last weekend. I can't wait to hear more! (find rose a la mode on twitter!)
• turn up the rad takes $4 Anthropologie cloth napkins (four dollars!) and turns them into throw pillows. Ta-da! I love these kinds of DIY's! (find turn up the rad on twitter!)

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Do you Swirl?

Out of all of the online discount shopping sites, Swirl is my favorite.  I love that they use some of the lesser known designers and most items are reasonably priced.  Starting today and through March 20, Helena de Natalio's line of handbags is being featured and I am itching at grabbing a few of these beauties to add my collection.  Do you shop Swirl or others?

St. Patty's Day Ideas

Dress of your food in the St. Patrick's Day spirit, go here for the details on how to. 

Go here to get directions on how to make these Shamrock's stamps. 

These pin on clovers are adorable and fun, make some for your family this Pattty's day, go here for the how to. 

Once again Martha Stewart has great ideas for this St. Patrick's Day.  Today, the boys and I are going to do a few crafts to get ready for tomorrow.  The boys auntie (who's from Ireland) got them adorable green Irish tees so they'll be donning those along with their crafts.  

Any fun plans for tomorrow?

eye candy

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I am a sucker for fashion illustrations. Thanks to Pinterest, I discovered the ever fabulous Katie Evans who happens to work in the creative marketing department for Kate Spade which is possibly one of the best jobs EVER.... While following Katie's pins on Pinterest I came across another amazing illustrator, Inslee Haynes.  Love is all I can say.  Besides offering custom illustrations, you can purchase notecards, a 2011 calendar as well as a few 8x10 prints of her fashion illustrations.  Since my birthday is in a short time, I might be adding a print to my birthday list.  Happy Monday my friends.  

the it list

Happy Friday everyone! The weekend is finally upon us, I know I am ready!  Take some time to check out these awesome links... 

• shen dove style styles one dress two completely different ways. I just love it when bloggers flex their creativity like this. Check out both outfits! (find shen dove style on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy is suffering from the end-of-winter blues (I second that!) until she finds Chanel's 2011 Spring nail polish line. So gorgeous - this will instantly brighten your mood. (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style rounds up gorgeous rose gold pieces, a popular trend these days for sure. My favorite is this "smooch" necklace! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• rosy + tart has a ruche gift card giveaway on her site... it ends today so hop on over! I am loving this pink scarf from ruche - perfect for spring! (find rosy + tart on twitter!)
• second street east is scheming up a greek key dresser diy - I absolutely can not wait to see her finished product because the inspiration is swoon worthy! (find second street east on twitter!)
• a spoonful of dish features this sweet bicycle print that definitely has words to live by.  I just love the idea here! 
• undeniable style is giving away an absolutely gorgeous dress from Shabby Apple - you must pop by and enter this giveaway! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
• daily crush is headed off to Ireland - ahem, just in time for Saint Patricks Day, ay?  I will be stalking her blog for a trip recap!  Go give her a little 'bon voyage'! (find daily crush on twitter!)
• keep collected is rocking the look I am totally coveting for spring - a maxi dress with lots of layers!  Check out her look for inspiration! 
• the capital barbie rounds up gorgeous wallets.  I am loving this simple Kate Spade number in robin's egg blue. Perfect for spring! (find the capital barbie on twitter!)
• rose a la mode is giving away a gorgeous Kate Spade bag that is just screaming warm weather. Stop by her blog for a chance to win! (find rose a la mode on twitter!)
• thought and musing is totally killing this sequin-by-day look. I absolutely love it when tops can pull double duty like this.
• jewelscapes brilliantly pairs bright blue with turquoise accessories. I just love these two colors together, it reminds me of the beach!
• good tots tracked down the most precious wood and fabric handmade toys on etsy. If you have a friend that is expecting a baby you just have to give some of these as a gift, what a great keepsake!
• good life for less is smitten with red for spring... and especially these bright shorts!  They were a fan favorite and for good reason! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the it list is produce by jill of good life for less for more information on how you can be involved, click here!