A Weekend Trip: Part 2

On the second part of our weekend trip we ventured to Memphis, TN and Oxford, MS.  Michael has always wanted to experience The Grove tailgating experience at Ole Miss and I must say, these people know how to tailgate.  The Grove goes on forever, the tents are outfitted with custom curtains, chandeliers, professional flower arrangements, lace table cloths, silver serving dishes and pinterest inspired decor.  Someone could make a killing creating custom tailgate decor for Ole Miss fans.  Here are just a few pictures I snapped.

{silver & candlesticks}

{custom chevron curtains for a pop-up tent}

{Beautiful tablecloth & matching lamps}

{a peek at the grove} 

{adorable burlap pennant sign}

{in the grove}

We stayed in Memphis over the weekend and experienced Beal Street and some amazing BBQ at Central BBQ.  If you are ever in Memphis I highly recommend it.  

{delicious food} 

{fun tie-dye cups} 

{exploring Memphis with our friends JP & Caroline}

Happy Hump Day!

A Weekend Trip: Part 1

This past weekend Michael and I went on a road trip through 5 states in 5 days!  We drove up to Atlanta last Thursday & made a trip to Scott's Antique Market on Friday morning.  I have been dying to make a visit to Scott's and it was just as great as I expected.  The only thing that would have made it better, would have been some more cash in my pocket.  I could have gone crazy buying things for our home.  Everything has such character and all of the furniture is so well built.  I only made one purchase; a series of egg and nest prints.  I splurged on the nests, but the eggs were only $15 a piece.  I was originally planning on framing them and using them in one of the bathrooms, but the colors look amazing in our master bedroom.

I felt so inspired as I walked around and browsed at all of the amazing prints, lighting, furniture and accessories.  Here are just a few things that caught my eye...

These letters made with old ceiling tiles would be perfect for a rustic wedding, and then used in the couples home for decor.  

This old industrial cart turned bar cart is fabulous!!! Michael and I have several of these carts we are refinishing and selling.  Since we do not have space in our house we are considering making one of these and renting it for events and weddings.  It would make a unique bar, dessert table or gift table.

I loved this booth and their amazing table scape.  I have a love for boxwoods and these made my heard beat just a little bit faster.

These reindeer made out of logs and sticks are just so adorable.  Im crossing my fingers that Michael will make me one or two before the holidays.

These pictures barely capture how amazing Scott's it, so if you live in Atlanta or happen to be passing through the second weekend of the month make sure you stop in.

Celebrating Two Years

Michael and I celebrated our anniversary on Tuesday.  Well, technically we did not "celebrate" until last night.  We enjoyed a lovely dinner at Bistro Aix, a local restaurant just down the street.  At the end of our meal our waitress informed us that someone had paid for our meal & wanted to remain anonymous.  We were baffled not only that someone would do that, but we were also curious as to who it was.  Nobody knew that we would be there, and we did not see anyone we knew in the restaurant.  So, if you are reading this and paid for our dinner...THANK-YOU!  What a wonderful and unexpected surprise.

Just a few pictures from the best day of my life...

The past two years have been some of the most challenging I have ever faced, due to my mom's cancer battle but I would not have made it without Michael by my side.  He has given me so much support and with him is where I feel most comfortable.  I love doing life together and look forward to many more wonderful years together. 

My Etsy Shop

Happy Friday Yall!!

I hope you have been enjoying your week & this little bit of fallish weather we have been having.  I wanted to share with you my Etsy shop that I just opened.  I have been planning to do this for over a year a while, but with the craziness of home renovations I have not found the time.  If you are looking for the perfect gift or something special for a party, shower or wedding I would love for you to consider the JKellyEvents Etsy Shop.

I only have several items listed, but I hope you will keep checking back as I add more.  We all have to start somewhere, right?  I am learning that everything does not have to be perfectly in place for something to work...learning being the key word in that sentence.

{I love this print by Emily Ley...It would be perfect on my desk as a reminder}

I would love for you to go check it out & share it with you friends.  Keep in mind that I am more than happy to create custom items for your shower, party or wedding.  :)

Have a wonderful weekend!

Juicing

I have a confession...I am addicted to juicing.  I don't do caffeine well, and while we were working on our home the past few months I discovered a juice bar down the street called Pulp.  I began by drinking their carrot & orange juice, which is delicious.  It was a great place to start and acquire a taste for pure juice with no added sugars, syrups, etc.  I then tried their "green energy" and it is my absolute favorite!

{green energy}

I began craving it all the time and I realized that spending $6.50 several times a week was unrealistic.  I had been gifted a Jack Lalane juicer  by my mother in-law and I decided to try and make the "green energy" at home.  I knew that it was made up of kale, spinach, celery, cucumber, green apple, lemon & ginger.  At first I was worried about how much of each I should use, but I quickly realized that the apple and lemon disguise the taste of the other veggies.  You can add as little or as much of each veggie or fruit as you would like as long as you have those two.

{a few of the ingredients}

Here are some tips to making your own:
     1. Wash all fruit & veggies (preferably organic or bought at a farmers market)
     2. Juice...

• 3-4 leaves of Kale
• 2-4 handfuls of spinach
• 2-3 stalks of celery
• 1/2 - 1 whole cucumber (no need to peel if you have a good juicer)
• 1/2 - 1 whole green apple (no need to peel if you have a good juicer)
• 1/2 lemon (peel lemon first & then juice)
• Cut a SMALL sliver of ginger and place in juicer (this step can be omitted)

     3.  Stir & Enjoy! 

Like I mentioned earlier there is no perfect concoction, so don't be intimidated.  If heathy eating is new to you, then juicing is an easy place to start.  Head over to Wholefoods or a local juice bar and try a few.  I love juicing, because I know that I am filling my body with real food & good nutrients.  I can say that I truly feel a difference when I juice.  I have more energy and a clearer mind.

Do you have any juice recipes that you love?  I would love to hear them!

Gameday

Happy Friday yall!  I am so excited for this weekend's festivities.  We will be heading over to Tallahassee for the FSU vs Clemson football game.  This fall is extremely busy so this might be the only home game we make it to, but it is going to be a good one.  I cannot wait to be back at my second home and reunite with some of my best friends.  Have a great weekend and GO NOLES! 

{This koozie will be making an appearance}

{our first gameday at FSU}

{throwback picture}

{F-L-O-R-I-D-A   S-T-A-T-E}

Squeaky Clean Floors

Put away your bucket and mop, because I have a secret cleaning weapon I want to share with you.... the Eureka Enviro Hard Surface Floor Steamer.    Not only is this very easy to use, but it is a very hygienic way to clean your home.

Benefits of using a steam mop:

• No cleaners necessary...just water
• Washable & reusable cleaning pads
• Helps to remove dirt & dust mites in your home
• Deodorizes and removes residue without scrubbing
• Very fast & easy...no more wringing your mop & lugging around a heavy bucket

I absolutely love using my steam mop & it has become my favorite part of cleaning.  Michael came home the other day & said, "Our floors look so good, what did you do to them?"  My response was "The STEAM MOP!!!" I mentioned that you do not need any cleaners, however I like to spray a little bit of Mrs. Meyers All Purpose Cleaner on the bottom of the cleaning pad solely for the aromatherapy smell.  (Basil & Lavender are my favorite.)

{Mrs. Meyer's All Purpose Cleaner}

Happy Cleaning!!