Friday, November 27, 2009

happy black friday!!

the holiday season cannot be properly kicked off, without a HUGE black friday shopping spree! so, in respect of the holiday within the holiday..... my tribute to black friday... my personal wish list! (of course not expecting to receive it all....maybe santa will have a little love left for me:) be careful out there today! & enjoy the shopping!!








toms shoes, luke's mug, canon rebel, sweater throw, gilmore girls seasons 2 & 3, library wingback chair, doublewalled coffeemug

Thursday, November 26, 2009

merry thanksgiving :)

in my family, thanksgiving isn't thanksgiving without the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! enjoy the photos & have a merry thanksgiving! ...& dont forget to give thanks for all of your many, many blessings....











Wednesday, November 25, 2009

warm holiday mantels

nothing says wintery warmth like a fireplace decked out for the holidays. below are a few beautiful holiday mantels. now....for a cup of coffee, a movie, & a little crackling warmth!











Tuesday, November 24, 2009

soothing loveliness . wintery drinks

winter gets me in the mood for lots of cozy, comforting things.....especially warm wintery drinks :) below are a few recipes that i found online.....


Mousse au chocolat (this is presented SO perfectly!)

being in favor of strong, black coffee, this nutella espresso especially appeals to me :)

this hot apple ginger cider will be visiting my kitchen (minus the alcohol) very soon!

Thursday, November 19, 2009

guilty pleasure.....



seeing that midnight marks the premier of a most guilty pleasure... (new moon ;-) .....i had to dedicate a post  to the most beloved characters with this fantastic photo..! grab your girlfriends & go out @ midnight tonight to get a very tasty treat! ;-) enjoy!!

happy premier viewing!!

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

ElleEsse 2009 Holiday Planner!

it's here!! the 2009 holiday planner is HERE! we've been working on this for a while now, and it is finally completed! check it out on our etsy page!! ElleEsseDesigns.etsy.com! a very merry holiday, & we hope you enjoy! :)













Monday, November 16, 2009

icha photography

i just adore this photo taken at a carnival. so captivating! & the colors are so vibrant! check out the other works of icha photography here! below are some of my favorites.... enjoy!








Friday, November 13, 2009

ladies holiday party!

every year, the ladies at my home church host a holiday party! everyone brings 6 gifts & leaves with 6 gifts! the tables are decorated to a T, the food is delectable, and the company is even better :)
but, of course, my favorite part, are the fantastic table embellishments!! below, is the table that my mom & i decorated together. (special thanks to lauren for all of her help!) here is a glimpse of all the beautiful tables! enjoy!









































photos per amanda, margaret, & kimberly!