That Gal Jenna

Friday Finds - Coffee Edition! And a birthday!

Friday, April 13, 2012

Good news lovelies!

I took the day off work today...and it's lovely to be sitting here watching Rachael Ray's talk show. I don't think I've ever seen it before.

You may be thinking...coffee edition? Why?

I got myself a fancy coffee machine!

If you follow me on Instagram you've seen these already so sorry for the repeat but I have to share a photo of my new BFF...Magnus. Yes...that's my coffee maker's name.

Check out the teapot...gotta love a good Noah's Arc teapot.

Cheers to our first cups!

Anywho...enough of that. I want to share some fun coffee finds!

I cannot get enough of this coffee canister!

Silly chatty Cathy critters! There are so many adorable coffee cups out there...how do I NOT buy too many??

Speaking of coffee mugs that are amazing...Dr. Spencer Reid people!! Is anyone else here a fan of Matthew Gray Gubler??

This Old Fashioned Coffee Grinder is so so neat!

This vintage coffee maker is so dreamy...things like this make me want to remodel my kitchen. That and the fact that I want to remodel it anyway! :)

Last but not least - this absolutely gorgeous coffee colored vintage dress - I want to wear this every time I brew a cup.

PS - I tried a chai tea k-cup yesterday too and it was spot on. Loved it.

Do you prefer your coffee black or do you add some goodies into it? What's your fave creamer?

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AND...Happy 1st Birthday Trixie!!

The smallest cat of the bunch but with the largest personality! She gives them all a run for their money!

xoxo

Talk to you soon!

Random Wednesday #21 - Chantilly and Miki!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Well...it's official.

The blogging community has been one of the most fabulous things that I've been a part of.

I've "met" such extraordinary people and I thank my lucky stars for it.

In that same vein I want to share a couple of packages that I received this week from Miki and Chantilly!

First up -

The always lovely and ever so talented Chantilly sent out her packages from her Kickstarter campaign that she had awhile back to raise money to get her CD made!

And if you've been following Chantilly you'll know that she did indeed raise the money she needed! Woo hoo!

Trixie enjoyed the cat friendly yarn that was a part of the package...(sorry for the blurry cell photo!)

(See the yarn pre-Trixie and the adorably packaged goodies!)

I couldn't have been more excited for all my goodies! The CD's will be in heavy rotation in my house.

Trixie was partial to the tote bag...

If you want indulge in the sweet sounds of Chantilly you can pre-order her CD here!

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Next up -

I also have to share the most adorable package I received from Miki on Monday!

When I opened the mailbox and saw this...I knew immediately it was from Miki. She is so creative with her packages! She sent the most adorable Easter goodies to her nieces!

Again...Trixie...she's so selfish. I can't enjoy anything without her trying to steal things. Luckily the little camera was Trixie sized...and let's face it...she loves taking photos. I couldn't say no. :p

Seriously...this made my day!

You may recognize the background from my post yesterday about my amazing new laptop cover - the buttons that Miki sent me are now affixed to my laptop sleeve. : )

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I know it was a bit of a departure from my normal Random Wednesday but considering both of these packages were a surprise to me...it was completely random! Plus...I love these girls so much I had to share!

Has the blogging community made an impact on you?

I know I consider all the ladies I've "met" in the blog world friends!

Talk to you soon!

Fun Fact - I have the most amazing laptop cover...ever.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

You're probably thinking...man that's one confident statement.

But it's true.

I had to share the fun with you guys because...the fiance isn't thoroughly impressed by bright colors and cute fabrics.

Let me give you the low down.

My macbook which I had for about 6 years was ready to take an extended aka forever nap so I thought I would change it up and get a PC instead. The lovely Jenny recommended the ASUS brand to me so I did some research and I found "the one"...but then I needed a nice protective but fabulous sleeve to keep my new fancy computer safe.

While I found some cute options...nothing really hit the nail on the head.

THEN I had somewhat of an epiphany. It's true. I remembered seeing so so many adorable clutches and wallets on Yadira's blog. And I thought...I should ask the lovely Yadira if she could make me a custom sleeve. And she did! I couldn't have asked for her to be more helpful. She worked with me from start to finish and was thorough and really made sure I was happy with everything.

Check it out!!

(you can see to the right...a little something Miki sent me...which I'll share later this week!)

I'm slightly...in love with my laptop sleeve. The flap and the back of the sleeve is ALL red and white polka dots!

It's got hot pink lining!!!

And...it was a perfect fit! And in case you didn't notice...IT'S COVERED IN CUPCAKES!!! :)

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So...if you're in the market for anything adorable and fabulous. Whether it's a laptop sleeve, wallet, clutch, coin purse...you have to check out Yadira!

Links to some of her handmade goodies -

Woodland clutch

Uber cuteness

Okay...I think that's it for today!

**PS - this isn't sponsored...I really reached out and asked for and paid for a custom sleeve!**

Talk to you soon!

What I Wore - Throwing Caution to the Wind

Monday, April 9, 2012

Okay...before you scroll down...I want to warn you.

I am wearing pajamas.

Because that's how I spent my Easter Sunday...so this is what I REALLY wore on Easter.

Should I have posted photos of me in my pj's...Lord help me...probably not.

But...it happened.

Please tell me I'm not the only one who spent Sunday in my PJ's!!

Yep...laughing at what's happening..."outfit" photos.

Hoping the neighbors are busy and not looking out their windows.

At least it was a pretty day outside...

Yep...didn't stop laughing for the duration of this.

"Wears" Head to Toe -

Shirt - Woot - It was a deal on the woot website...ProCatstination - I had to have it

Pants - come...they're sweatpants and I've had them for probably 10 years

No shoes...

Real Talk people.

Talk to you soon (if you come back!)

Friday Finds

Friday, April 6, 2012

Hey lovelies!

You what would make this day even better? If it were pay day...but alas...it is not.

I also can't wait to share something I recently commissioned and purchased. I will wait until I receive it in the mail!

So whatcha got going on this weekend? The fiance and I had our Easter dinner with my parents last night since my mom will be out of town. I think we'll dye eggs on Saturday : )

If you have an android did you download the instagram app? I decided while I have it on my ipod that I'd get it on my phone too so I don't HAVE to be near wi-fi so that's been nice. I'm sewsavoirfaire - leave your username so I can follow!

Anywho - time for some finds!

Have you seen these yet? I read about it yesterday on here, an artist is making a statement about the importance of trees, you can click the link to see more photos and read more about it.

The trees are so breathtaking!