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mid-week round-up

December 10, 2014Wednesday Linksarticles, celbrities, holiday ideas, links, news, parties, recipe, round-up, style, things on toast, wednesday linksBeth Berger

How is everyone doing? Things are beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here! Chet got into town on Sunday and we were quick to get the decorating done. Tree is up, twinkle lights liberally strewn where possible and stockings hung! I’m anxious to do other holiday activities as well. Any ideas? I’m thinking we’ll go check out some outdoor lights and a giant tree at a historic home near the apartment but I would love some suggestions! What do you guys think? Hope your week is magical, however you’re spending it, and here are some links for you to enjoy…

Creative minimalism at it’s best.

Unique date ideas to shake things up.

Don’t forget: stay hydrated!

The effects of Serial on the Syed family.

Would you rock a cape this winter?

You KNOW I want to host a toast party!

Fair Trade Gift Guide so you can give responsibly.

Hauntingly beautiful.

Jimmy Fallon crowned Entertainer of the Year.

I love the look of these whimsical ornaments.

Super simple spice hack.

White poverty.

DIY: Magnet boards.

September 15, 2014DIY, How to'sbuttons, fun fabrics, glue gun project, home decor, magnet board, magnets, office decor, style, upcycledBeth Berger

My sister, Katie, and I did this DIY project a few months back but I thought it was too cute not share with you guys. We thought it was a really adorable way to take something cheap, cookie sheets from Big Lots, and turn it into something beautiful–fabric covered magnet boards. I love how easy this project is to customize. Choose fabrics and details that suit your style and follow a few simple steps…presto, change-o! You’ve got some cool decorative flair for any room. Because we were making our boards as a present for our Mom, we chose a bright, cheery color palette that we knew she would enjoy. Once you’ve got a style and color palette picked out (and some GORGE buttons for magnet-making), it’s time to get started!

What you’ll need:

-Cheap-o cookie/baking sheet(s)

-Fabric

-Glue gun (mine just happened to match PERFECTLY!)

-Glue sticks

-Magnet dots or magnet tape (you can get the kind with adhesive backing but I would use the glue gun so your decorated magnets hold together a bit better)

-Scissors

-Sewing notions to make magnets–we used a variety of buttons and some golden ribbon

And how it all comes together:

-Cut your fabric to size and hot glue it to the back of the cookie sheet.

-Fold edges like a package and trim so they are all even. Cut another piece of fabric to size and glue over the opening–creating a backing. You could do this with a solid more sturdier piece of fabric (maybe even a felt) or stick with the same fabric you used for the front.

-Once your boards are covered with fabric, it’s time to make magnets! Glue buttons, ribbon, googly eyes, ANYTHING YOU LIKE onto magnets with your hot glue gun. Be sure to press them on hard and let them dry completely.

Magnet inspiration–

-For hanging you can get some picture hanging kits from the craft or hardware store to attach to the back or just set ’em on your desk and prop against the wall. Now load your board up with grocery lists, reminders and pics and you’re ready to go!

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Where would you like to hang one of these babies? By your back door? At your office? What colors would you choose? My work just ordered me a new desk (eeps!) so I would love to have one there for a full work-space face-lift. Maybe in some pretty Fall colors to kick off the season!

Ogling on Instagram.

September 4, 2014Style and Designfavorite follows, food porn, instagram, pictures, smartphone pictures, snaps, style, styling, throw a filter on itBeth Berger

I’ve decided I’ve fallen hook, line and sinker in love with Instagram. And I think I’m pulled to it for the same reason print magazines are still one of my favorite guilty pleasures (even though the Internet is a much freer version)…the same reason I would pull albums out every single trip to my grandparent’s house (both sets). I like looking at pretty things and images that someone, somewhere thought were important enough to document. Sure, in the age of smart phones the impulse to capture can happen quicker, the end product may not speak to their reality as strongly but the edited version of one’s life can be just as interesting. It’s almost like a happy union between glossy magazine, family photo album, and public diary. Mmmm, when I put it like that no WONDER I love it so much. Here are a few of my favorite follows…

wholeandhealthy

those breakfasts. that food styling.

styledrifter

those outfits. that location.

ayasakai

those babies. that pup.

mileycyrus

those accessory and hair choices. that color commitment.

(bonus: she has a mini pig.)

rowdykittens

those morning views. that tiny home.

I also love youngmarysrecord, traciemorrissey, lightbycoco and so, so, SO many more!

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Do you have an Instagram account you think I should follow. Whether your own or someone you love to see pop up on your feed each day, I’d love to hear! Leave the name in the comments below! And if you’d like to follow me, you can find me at BBerg1012. I mostly take pictures of my cat, my food and fun things to see and do in Kentucky…as ya do. Happy snapping!

mid-week round-up

August 20, 2014Wednesday Linksabandoned places, articles, book recommendations, links, movies, news, Omar don't scare, round-up, style, summer recipes, televisionBeth Berger

Hello all! I hope everyone is having a marvelous Wednesday. I have grand plans to take a long walk (rain or shine), clean my bathroom, and make a pitcher of delicious iced tea. I’m also blazing my way through Lisa Bloom’s Suspicion Nation: The Inside Story of the Trayvon Martin Injustice and Why We Continue to Repeat It. It’s been on my reading list since it came out earlier this summer (I ❤ Lisa Bloom) but felt especially timely and necessary to read NOW. What are your plans?

Oh, and don’t forget if you hop over to THIS POST and leave a comment, you’ll be entered to win a new product that my cat, Wink, and I have found quite helpful. Go check it out!

A fabulous place to vacation in Maryland.

I am such a sucker for pictures of abandoned places.

About to start Season 4 of The Wire. Omar is my favorite character.

A round-up of easy, summer recipes.

Speaking of round-ups…BOOKS!

I. can. not. wait!!! Propaganda posters from The Capitol. *whistles mockingjay call*

Keeping it really real in terms of our social media addiction.

Does your outfit influence the outcome of a first date?

Dear Miley Cyrus, Keep doing EXACTLY what you’re doing.

This is one of the truths I hold most dear: Adults need recess, too!

Head nurse at Emory on why Ebola patients were brought to the U.S.

Where my “Gilmore Girls” fans at?

Thanks for stopping by!!! xoxo

Anthony Michael Hall you’ve never looked radder.

April 1, 2014Media, Style and Designfilm, gift ideas, styleBeth Berger

In which I share what to get a girl like me:

This rad sweatshirt featuring a classic moment from the film “The Breakfast Club.”

Chicks cannot hold their smoke, dat’s what it is.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched this movie. It’s one of my all time faves (and so freakin’ quotable). So, I would wear this sweatshirt at every appropriate juncture. Although there may not be many.

And just for fun:

If you love The Breakfast Club, check out this series of posts!

Backpacks make for happy backs. <3

March 10, 2014Fashion, Style and Designaccessories, backpacks, bags, satchels, simple living, styleBeth Berger

So, awhile back I dug this old backpack out of my closet. I don’t recall what prompted me to do so, but as I wore it around while running errands that day, a light-bulb went off in my head. It was so comfortable! Before, on long errand expeditions or outdoor events there would always be that turning point where I would get a little grumpy simply because I was carrying a heavy bag on one shoulder. Everything would feel out of whack and no matter how many times I switched my bag back and forth it would just remain uncomfortable. But now, as long as I’m not in dress-up or professional attire, I rock my tiny bag. I love being hands free on outings. I love being able to carry all my necessities (wallet, keys, phone, liter of water, snacks, book, notebook–I take preparation for potential boredom and hunger vAAAry seriously) without feeling bogged down. It’s sort of become a trademark and I love telling people my tiny bag is for all my tiny things! ❤

Here are four backpack-beauties from ModCloth…

For the farmers market and outdoor concerts–

Swing Into Action Backpack

For a gallery hop and downtown strolls–

Park Bench Backpack

For day hikes and park picnics–

Landmarks That I Love Backpack

And for brunch and everything that comes after it–

Backpack to the Future Backpack

Which would you choose? Do you like sportin’ a backpack? My friend Katie said when she started a new job her co-workers gave her a hard time for hers but now they’ve seen the light and are carrying them regularly. True converts!