tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57416420952169797532024-03-13T10:47:42.129-06:00The WEBBlogBri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.comBlogger364125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-7930380058367695322011-01-31T18:35:00.000-06:002011-01-31T18:35:28.796-06:00Finally...It's Time!Would you believe me if I told you that you can head over to the new site today?! There are still some parts under construction and a few kinks to work out, but we're close enough that I feel good about launching over at <a href="http://collectedblog.com/">Collected</a>! So if you wouldn't mind, would you please update your links/bookmarks? It should only take a minute! Or you can now subscribe on the right of the new blog. I just don't want to lose you, so don't forget to save the new site! This site will remain up for a little while, but all the content from here has been transferred over. <br />
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Click here to head on over to <a href="http://collectedblog.com/">Collected</a>!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-5238112853200741112011-01-28T02:08:00.001-06:002011-01-28T02:08:26.825-06:00RueI'm so happy about all these fantastic online magazines at our virtual fingertips these days. <a href="http://www.ruemag.com/issues/issue-three/">Rue</a> just came out with their 3rd issue and it does not disappoint.<br />
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Doesn't this apartment just scream New York to you?<br />
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Love the mid-century modern pieces below.<br />
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Cute styling in this feature section!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">See more from this issue and past issues <a href="http://www.ruemag.com/issues/issue-three/%20">here</a>. Have a great weekend! </div>Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-83590877331677053352011-01-27T01:28:00.001-06:002011-01-27T01:30:46.866-06:00Tea TowelsI've been thinking about ways to add some more color into the kitchen. We have some accessories in orange and yellow and I decided that a fun tea towel would add something extra in to the kitchen. Here are some options I found on Etsy:<br />
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And speaking of the kitchen, it is 99% done. I would like to wait to post until the new blog is (finally) up and running. We've been working on some minor coding issues but they should be resolved ASAP. Do you feel like I'm that guy who says he's going to call, but never does and is just totally leading you on?! Because that is how I feel right now. I don't want to make any more promises on the launch of the new blog or the kitchen reveal or I might have to break out into my favorite 3LW song..."I'm gettin real tired of your broken promises, promises". A song which I sing to Adam all the time. I sincerely hope it's up on Monday and I can show the kitchen Tuesday but I'm not getting my hopes up!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-16960645244548207932011-01-26T10:04:00.000-06:002011-01-26T10:04:02.474-06:00Chocolate + Good PackagingCheck out this cute chocolate company, <a href="http://www.curiouschocolate.co.uk/index.php">Curious Chocolate</a>. With Valentine's Day coming up, I thought these might be a relevant share. I appreciate the cute packaging and overall feel of their brand and website! To order or see more products, go <a href="http://www.curiouschocolate.co.uk/index.php">here</a>.<br />
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</div>This room was designed and executed by <a href="http://www.kuhldesignbuild.com/index.html">Kuhl Design Build</a>. Check out their site to see more creative and inventive ideas (including a secret spiral slide in a house) <a href="http://www.kuhldesignbuild.com/index.html">here.</a>Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-54580062894146296232011-01-24T03:18:00.000-06:002011-01-24T03:18:54.269-06:00Alt RecapFirst of all, as you can see, we are not up and running on the new blog. We are working out a few kinks, but I will let you know as soon as we're live over there!<br />
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Secondly, I have to tell you how much fun I had at <a href="http://www.altitudesummit.com/">Alt</a>! I feel refreshed, inspired and overwhelmed by all the knowledge from the panel speakers. I loved meeting new people and seeing some familiar faces. Overall, the conference was a complete blast. Here are some <span style="font-size: x-small;">(really bad)</span> pictures:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The perfectly planned <a href="http://www.katespade.com/home/index.jsp">Kate Spade</a> + <a href="http://www.thegirlswithglasses.com/">Girls With Glasses</a> sponsor party. They certainly knew who they were marketing to!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Alt-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Alt-8.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Alt-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Alt-9.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Alt-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Alt-10.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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I could go on and on about all the great people I met and all that I learned. Instead I will just tell you that if you have the opportunity to go next year, <b>go</b>!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-56941229699362537772011-01-21T08:39:00.001-06:002011-01-24T15:30:51.386-06:00Alt Part 2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/alt_image.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/alt_image.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> {<a href="http://www.martawrites.com/">image</a>}</div><br />
I'm having so much fun at <a href="http://www.altitudesummit.com/">Alt</a>. listening to the great panel members and meeting the faces behind some of my favorite blogs. I'm also loving being introduced to so many new to me blogs. During lunch, Mondo and Seth Aaron from Project Runway did a little interview and then stayed to meet and greet. Mondo was darling!<br />
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I will share pictures, recaps and new blogs with you all soon! Also, the last minute touches are going on the new blog. I'll send you over there today! If you want to follow along today or any day, I finally got a Twitter account for the new blog. You can find me <a href="http://twitter.com/#/collectedblog">@collectedblog</a>!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-86062183023664143642011-01-20T08:28:00.000-06:002011-01-20T08:28:02.159-06:00Alt<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.altitudesummit.com/"><img src="http://www.altitudesummit.com/storage/altbutton1.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Here I go! The new site will launch later today or tomorrow morning so check back in!!<br />
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Here's the after of my skirt and my outfit for the day:<br />
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Have a good day and hope to see some of you at Alt!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-30319885565484541172011-01-19T10:47:00.000-06:002011-01-19T10:47:28.047-06:00To Do'sSorry for the late/lame post today but I have been frantically trying to get things together! I have a grocery list and meal planner from <a href="http://www.knockknock.biz/">Knock Knock</a> but I'm thinking I could really benefit from one of their To Do lists. With all this technology, I still prefer to write things down...I think it helps me remember things better that way.<br />
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I also stopped by Savers (thrift store) and bought some great stuff the other day to wear at Alt. Gotta look your best for this you know. I'm in the process of hemming this crazy floral skirt. Its before is quite hideous, but when it's just at the top of my knee, it turns into this totally cute flouncy little thing!<br />
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And check out these amazing shoes I found at Savers that were very sadly, NOT in my size. I even brought them to the checkout counter because I didn't want to part with them. If anyone is a size 6-6.5 run to the Orem Savers and grab these. It would make me so happy to see them with a good home!<br />
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Adam has been so amazing and has been working on the kitchen. The backsplash just needs to be grouted and then a final coat of paint needs to go on the walls. I would love for the reveal to be on Monday, but I'm being realistic since we are quite busy this weekend. I will bet on next week for sure though! <br />
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I am off to complete all the little things on my To Do list! Have a great Wednesday!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-60001257850789629232011-01-18T10:11:00.000-06:002011-01-18T10:11:08.454-06:00Valentines Chair PouchesSo who forgot to tell me Valentine's Day is only a few weeks away!? With the kitchen, design work, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1966114540">Alt.</a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1966114540"><span id="goog_1966114537"></span><span id="goog_1966114538"></span></a><a href="http://www.altitudesummit.com/"> </a>and one crazy little girl who is one month away from 1, I completely forgot that it is quickly approaching! I loved these pouches when I saw them in Pottery Barn and really like this adaptation from <a href="http://www.polkadotchair.com/2010/01/gray-skies-valentines.html">The Polka Dot Chair</a>. I'm not making any promises, but after this week, I hope to at least make one thing for Valentine's Day. Once this week is over, I *<i>think</i>* things may calm down around here!<br />
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And if you haven't seen the Sony Bravia video with the bouncy balls, you must see it <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oP5J4W5GQ3w">here</a>. Such happy commercials.Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-42424630491223492062011-01-14T01:11:00.002-06:002011-01-15T11:35:21.186-06:00DIY Cake StandsThis whole 1st birthday party is coming together in my head and I am loving it so far. I had just been lamenting over the fact that I don't have a pretty cake stand for the fabulous cake I'm getting when I saw a post on <a href="http://youaremyfave.com/a-cake-stand-tutorial-is-my-fave/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+YouAreMyFave+%28you+are+my+fave%29">DIY Cake Stands</a> on You Are My Fave. Perfect! Simple and really cute. And I'm assuming much cheaper than all the ones I've been looking at. I'll have to see if Adam is in the mood for another project...<br />
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Oh and speaking of the cake! Back during <a href="http://bloggersgivebackproject.blogspot.com/">Bloggers Give Back,</a> I bid and won on a cake from <a href="http://pinkpeachcakes.com/">Pink Peach Cakes</a>. I tried some of her cake at <a href="http://www.bijoumarket.com/">Bijou Market</a> and it was delish! Plus her cakes are so unique and beautiful. I'm sure whatever Darcie comes up with for the party will be fantastic! Here's a sample of her work:<br />
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Happy Friday! We are trying to get this kitchen finished up over this long weekend!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-85661402459606083732011-01-13T10:00:00.001-06:002011-01-13T10:00:49.406-06:00Indie LynHere is teeny tiny little Indie Lyn. She is only 5 lbs, but oh so cute. Meet Indie...<br />
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I can't tell you how happy I was to get to finally see little Indie Lyn. She has been long awaited and much anticipated and I'm so excited for Trey and Jami.Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-75422005405697064842011-01-12T01:41:00.000-06:002011-01-12T01:41:52.080-06:00Subway TileThe more I look at pictures of kitchens, the more I lean towards wanting to put in white subway tile as our backsplash. It's so clean and classic! I have to check out some of my options before I make a decision though. <br />
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Here's a great tufted leather option.<br />
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And a great mohair fabric with nailhead trim. I'm loving this coral color right now! <br />
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This house is really beautifully done. To see more of the house, click <a href="http://blog.alicelanehome.com/show-n-tell/brady-residence-2/">here</a>.Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-90610274610720364162011-01-10T15:51:00.000-06:002011-01-10T15:51:04.485-06:00Giveaway Winner: New Year's Resolution Art Print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Picture1-4.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="155" src="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/Picture1-4.png" width="320" /></a></div><br />
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Congrats to Katie! Contact me at: briannajmwebb@gmail.com so we can get started on your print!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-16286071680610018482011-01-10T09:46:00.001-06:002011-01-10T10:59:52.404-06:00Kitchen StoolsWell, the kitchen is in! We're at about 85% finished. All the major things are done (cabinets, sink faucet, appliances), but we still need to paint, pick out hardware, tile our backsplash and get stools. I think a full reveal will be in order next week.<br />
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I've been looking at bar stools for our island. We don't have a ton of space, so I'd like stools that are pretty slim so they can be tucked away. Here are some options I found:<br />
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And a quick look at part of the island! I have drawers!!<br />
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Well, wish us luck this weekend. By Monday I should have a whole new kitchen!! We didn't have a chance to paint yet, but that will be a quick night project maybe for Monday or Tuesday. Can't wait to share some progress pictures and hopefully a full reveal next week!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-22762719464519063632011-01-06T09:36:00.000-06:002011-01-06T09:36:09.727-06:00Pocket CalendarOh Blogger, I won't be sad to say goodbye to you in a few weeks, when my new blog launches. Last night, Blogger was having some issue and would not even let me post, and I wasn't the only one! Boo.<br />
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Anyway, I saw this <a href="http://www.ohhellofriendblog.com/2010/12/free-pocket-calendar.html">adorable pocket calendar</a> on <a href="http://www.ohhellofriendblog.com/">Oh Hello Friend</a>. She is even offering to send you one, if you either send her a self-addressed stamped envelope or just pay $1.00 through PayPal. I would love to have this to stick in my purse! <br />
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I'm still on the hunt for a larger calendar for the new year, but I'm overwhelmed by all of the great options on Etsy. There are so many beautiful ones to choose from. Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-72436255225012273732011-01-05T01:07:00.000-06:002011-01-05T01:07:19.870-06:00Doll House SuitcaseI posted a few weeks ago about my friends <a href="http://www.hartandsew.blogspot.com/">Stacy's</a> cute felt <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/12/felt-animal-headbands.html">animal headbands</a> she made for her daughter. Well I had to share this other project she made for her little girl. A handmade doll, a suitcase home and some clothes and accessories. I can't wait until Rilo is a bit older, so she can appreciate fun gifts like this!<br />
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That is one stylish little doll! To see and read more about Stacy's doll and doll house, see <a href="http://hartandsew.blogspot.com/2011/01/doll-suitcase.html">here.</a>Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-17879853554862251182011-01-04T00:08:00.001-06:002011-01-04T00:35:07.096-06:00Giveaway: New Year's Resolution Print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/NewYears.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://i662.photobucket.com/albums/uu343/briannajmwebb/Webblog/NewYears.jpg" /></a></div> I don't know about you, but every year I start out with good intentions with New Year's resolutions. It seems that by Jan. 31st, they are already gone and out of my mind. So this year, I came up with an idea. I decided to take my most important resolution, along with Adam's, and create art prints based on these resolutions. That way we can frame them and have them displayed all year. Plus, we can always use more prints for our living room wall. I'll be sure to share them when I'm finished! But I also thought, if you're like me, and maybe need a nice reminder all year long, you might want something like this too!<br />
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I'm planning on framing ours, but you could always put it on the fridge or on a bulletin board. Or just tuck it into a notebook you look at frequently. So, if you'd like a chance to win a custom print with your New Year's resolution/theme for the year/motto to live by, leave me a comment letting me know one of your resolutions. I'll have it printed on high quality paper and shipped out to you, wherever you are!<br />
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<b>To enter the giveaway:</b><br />
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<ul><li>Leave a comment telling me one of your resolutions this year. Include your email address if your comment doesn't link back to you.</li>
<li>For one extra entry, blog/tweet/Facebook about the giveaway and let me know in a separate comment.</li>
<li>Giveaway will be open until Sunday, January 8th at 11:59 PM MST. Winner will be announced on Monday.</li>
<li>Open to anyone, anywhere!</li>
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This is the faucet we chose. Simple and modern, which we like.<br />
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</div> I think we have also decided to paint the kitchen white, if we have some spare time this week. While I like the yellow, I'm excited for white to really modernize the space and make it feel clean and new. After looking through some of my saved inspiration photos, I noticed that almost all of them had white walls. We'll just use other accessories for the pops of yellow and orange. <br />
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I should have my New Year's resolutions post and giveaway up later today so don't forget to stop back by!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-90308274006000147562010-12-31T14:34:00.001-06:002010-12-31T14:54:33.624-06:002010: A Year in ReviewI hope you all had a great Christmas! We had a great Christmas together and I will get around to sharing what thoughtful and amazing presents I received from Adam. <br />
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I've really enjoyed this little break but I'm glad to be back to the regular posting schedule! I thought I would do a quick review of our year.<br />
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We finished the <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/01/nursery.html">nursery</a>...<br />
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finished up our <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/01/bathroom-inspiration-board.html">bathroom</a>...<br />
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created a <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/02/free-printable-birthday-calendar.html">free birthday calendar printable</a>...<br />
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had <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/02/rilos-birth-story.html">Rilo Jane</a> on Feb. 20th...<br />
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added a <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/02/how-to-gutter-bookshelves.html">gutter bookshelf</a> to the nursery...<br />
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gave a <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/04/house-tour-living-room.html">house tour</a>...<br />
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created a <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1667025030">t-shirt dress tutoria</a><a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/04/t-shirt-dress-tutorial.html">l</a> (hello post-baby body, so glad you're gone)...<br />
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moved to <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/05/downers-grove.html">Chicago</a> for the summer...<br />
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threw a <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/06/jessicas-graduation-party-part-one.html">graduation party</a> for my sister...<br />
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threw a fabulous <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/08/marthas-24th-anniversary-of-her-26th.html">50th birthday party</a>...<br />
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switched to <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/09/cloth-diapering-my-experience-so-far.html">cloth diapers</a>...<br />
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finished our <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/09/summer-rental-redesign-final-reveal.html">$200 summer rental redesign project</a>...<br />
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came back home and made plans for our <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/11/kitchen-remodel.html">kitchen renovation</a>...<br />
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fell hard for <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/12/snow-style-shoot.html">photography</a>...<br />
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<a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/11/yarn-wrapped-christmas-wreath.html">finished</a> <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/12/advent-calendar.html">some</a> <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/12/wrapping-paper-holders.html">Christmas</a> <a href="http://briandadam.blogspot.com/2010/12/diy-stocking-holders.html">crafts</a>...<br />
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and had the best Christmas yet!<br />
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What a year! It has flown by, especially now that we have a cute little girl to occupy our time. I can only imagine that time will seemingly pass by faster and faster each year. With a kitchen remodel in a week, a few quick room revamps, a new blog/website and tons more, I am so looking forward to 2011! I'll be smooching someone special at midnight tonight and hope that you will be too! Here's to the new year!<br />
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See you Monday for a fun giveaway tied to helping you keep your New Year's resolutions!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5741642095216979753.post-45776393273630485242010-12-24T12:49:00.000-06:002010-12-24T12:49:45.963-06:00Merry ChristmasWell, as you can tell from the lack of posts yesterday, I am happy to be enjoying time with my little family. I have a few treats to make, a yummy dinner to prepare for and there is lots of snuggling to be had, so I'll be ditching the regular daily post until after New Year's. I may hop in from time to time until then though! I hope to have my new site up sometime in the beginning of January...I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product! I hope you'll be willing to make the jump over to the new site with me!<br />
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I feel so grateful this year for all that we have. So happy to be spending our first Christmas with Rilo Jane! Thanks for spending time here on this blog. I really love this space that I have to call my own. Merry Christmas and see you next year!<br />
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Our Christmas card from this year (if you're on the East coast and still haven't received it, don't peek!):<br />
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And here they will stay for just a few more days!<br />
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Isn't it the most perfect brown paper? Thanks Dollar Store!Bri {collected}http://www.blogger.com/profile/12053033185708479654noreply@blogger.com8