Christmas Card Display {DIY}

Ever wonder what to do with all those Christmas cards you get before December 24th? I always struggle to find space on my refrigerator to fit everyone's cards. This year, I'm taking a creative approach to a Christmas card display. I found this idea on Pineterst (yes I'm not that original) and decided to put it to life. With the pretty cards from Tiny Prints, I love how it all came together.  

PROCESS: 

1. Find an old frame (or a picture and tear it out)

2. Spray paint the bare frame a color of your choice (mine is Mettalic Gold)

4. Attach pretty decorations (example)

5. Turn the frame backwards and attach the lights. Make sure you know which way your wire is going to end, because you want it to reach the plug. Also, don't take the extra lights out of the garland - the whole thing will die (you live and you learn)

6. Attach it to the wall or put up on a mantle and display your holiday cards, like I did with my Christmas cards from Tiny Prints

ENJOY!

Shop the items needed for this project

xo, Anna

Plaid Love

sweater: Target (similar)
skirt: vintage (similar)
pumps: Target (similar)
tote: LAUREN Ralph Lauren

I found this gorgeous  plaid skirt at my local thrift shop and just could not pass it by. It's very 70s and I love how well it pairs with bright colors. Also, it's a midi skirt and I'm all about that lately. I hope you are having a great week and scored some good deals this passed weekend. If you're still not sure about what to buy, check these under $50 gift guides (J.Crew / Nordstrom / Sephora) which offer free shipping! 

more plaid skirts

Thank you for reading! 

xo, Anna

Stocking Stuffers {UNDER $50}

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Here is to staying up late and shopping Cyber Monday deals! I know, that I'm almost done with my Christmas shopping (and almost out of budget money) so I need to buy awesome gifts (for cheap). Here is a great gift guide for everyone on your list - from your grandma (she will love the plush faux fur throw) to your super picky boss (how about Tory Burch In Color book)?. I hope you enjoy your Monday and shop the sales before they are gone (most will be ending tonight). Don't forget to check the SALE ALERT page with all the latest promo codes and sales. 

Thank you for stopping by and happy shopping! 

Favorite Things

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It's time to get your Christmas pajamas out, drink hot tea and read. I found this adorable children's book in Barnes and Nobles the other day and think it would be perfect for snow day snuggles. Especially for certain someone who has been giving his parents trouble at bed time. I love J.Crew pajamas and although I haven't splurged on one yet, I'm hoping I will find one under the Christmas tree this year. Also, must have cozy slippers (which are also cute). I hope you are enjoying your long weekend (don't remind me that it's almost over) and finding new and tasty ways to eat that left over turkey. 

Stay warm ladies! 

Let's Shop

Hope you are having a great day! I'm enjoying staying in and cooking dinner #2 with my family. We have two Thanksgiving dinners and I it's a lot of fun. So, I'm practically starving all day just to get to taste more of the delicious food. Yum! 

Here is the round up of my favorite stores - I hope you find something good, and finish up your Christmas shopping. 

Ann Taylor: 50% OFF (11/30 (5pm EST) – 12/03 (3pm EST))

ASOS (US): Black Friday: 30% off (11/27 (8pm EST) – 11/30 (8pm EST)) {code: TGIBF} Cyber Monday  30% off (11/30 (8pm EST) – 12/02 (3am EST) {code:ILOVEMONDAYS}

Banana Republic:  50% OFF 1 full-priced item (11/27-11/28) {code: BRFIFTY} + 40% off sitewidE (11.27-11.28) {code: BRFORT}

Dorothy Perkins: Up to 30% off select brands + free shipping {code:DPTREAT} (11.27-12.01)

DSW: all boots $59.95 + FREE shipping

Forever 21: Black Friday deals under $5, $10, $20 (11.27-11.30)  Extra 30% off clearance (11.27-11.30) Cyber Monday 20% off $60+ (12.01) {code: CYBER 20} and 30% off $120+ (12.01) {code: CYBER30}

GAP:   40% off sitewide (11.29) {code: GIFT}

H&M: Doors open Friday - first 100 shoppers receive scratch-off gift cards worth up to $300+ get up to 30% off your entire purchase in stores + free shipping 50+ {code: 2695}

J.Crew:  Black Friday 30% off select full-price styles and additional 40% off sale + free shipping (11.26-11.30) {code: HOLIDAY} Cyber Monday 30% off select full-price styles and additional 40% off sale + free shipping {code: MONDAY}

J.Crew Factory: 50% off everything in stores & online {11.26-11.30) + free shipping oN orders over $50 {code: THANKS}

Kate Spade Saturday: Black Friday: 30% off sitewide + free shipping (11.26-11.3) {code:DEALME} Cyber Monday 30% off sitewide (12.01) {code: OHWOW}

Lands' End: 40% off select styles + 30% off the rest of your order (11.26-11.30) + free shipping on orders over $50

Lord and Taylor: extra 20% off almost everything + 25% off fine jewelry (11.25-11.30) {code: THANKS} Up to 50% off woman’s fall boots + extra 20% off (11.25-11.30) {code:THANKS}

LOFT: 50% off everything online (11.27)  50% off everything in stores (11.28) + free shipping on orders over $125

New York & Co: (11.27) first 200 customers in every store will receive an entry card for a $100,000 giveaway (with a $500 winner in every store); select doorbuster deals storewide until 2pm (11.28)

Nordstrom: up to 40% OFF sitewide+ FREE shipping and returns. 

Old Navy: entire store will be 50% off (11.27 (4pm) – 11.28) Old Navy is bringing back its second annual “Overnight Millionaire” giveaway, where the first 100 customers to line up will receive a game card, loaded with a change to win $1 million

The Limited:  50% off your purchase + free shipping {code:THANKS} Cyber Monday 15% OFF (11/30 – 12/1) {code: 6PMCYBMON113020141535}

ULTA:  Starts online Thursday at 7pm CST & in stores Thursday at 8pm - select deals storewide + take $3.50 off your $10 purchase in stores & online {code: 205810} (prin coupon here) + free shipping