I'm back from a 2 week hiatus

Oh girls, I am not even sure where to begin on filling you in!! The last that you heard from me I was getting ready to leave for NYC. It was by far one of the highlights of my life. G and I had an amazing time getting to meet you all that were there and we have many memories that will last a lifetime. We spent all 3 days painting the town pink and soaking in all the sights and sounds. My first time to the city did not disappoint. We made sure to stop by Dorrian's and Serendipity [thanks to Preppy 50 and Loving Lilly], hang out in Time Square and Rockefeller Center, all while shopping along the way! Thanks to Hopsy for hosting such a wonderful gathering! Now I can put so many names to the faces, which was quite a thrill for me.




The Martha taping truly felt like a dream! I have never been that pumped up about something. The Lilly and Martha teams did a wonderful job with the segments and our goodies. Too bad that the show hasn't reaired yet, but thank goodness for DVR! Seeing yourself on the big screen is shocking. All I have to say is I am heading to the taning bed and will be attempting to cut out the sweets ;) They do say that the camera adds 20 lbs?! I am not sure how much other bloggers have posted but here are some of the photos of the taping and following events...






After a wonderful time in NY, we had many difficulties getting back to school, so I skipped making it back to Knoxville. This was the point in time where I headed straight to the farm to spend the entire week by myself... ok well not exactly, I had 12 horses to keep me company! SB down at the farm was beyond relaxing. I spent some quality time with my favorite guys (the horses), and ate plenty of junk food (not like I didn't have enough of that in NY!). It was the best way to kick back and relax and I even got a little work done! On another note, Spring has arrived, and I busted out a few new spring pieces in the mix. We hosted a horse show yesterday and it hit 75 degrees which proved to be the perfect climate for both horse and riders. I was parading around in some J.Crew white capri and a cute Lilly tunic. But, here is a picture of the farm after some fog had settled in... I'm not going to lie, it was kinda spooky!


So now I am back in the real world, aka school. After having missed a week I have much catching up to do (in more ways than one). There are only 5 weeks of classes left, which means that I am on the home stretch of college! Now I need to focus on a test I am making up tomorrow and I am going to attempt to catch up on some blogging and see what yall have been up to.

Hope yall have a great week... p.s. this is my 99th post which means that I smell a giveaway coming :)

Martha/Lilly Sneak Peek!

A little birdie gave me some insight as to what we will be doing on the show! The Martha/Lilly Pulitzer Show will be featuring a special fashion show. As well as, we will be working on a vintage-inspired straw-flower craft and vibrant floral arrangements. What a fabulous line up for the show?!


Here is what the Lilly site says. "Ever wanted to see what goes into making a Lilly Pulitzer print? Then you must tune in to watch Martha personally walking through the how-to of our uniquely Lilly process! As if that weren’t reason enough to watch, we will be showing off some of our favorite must-run-out-and-gets from the Spring collection in a mini fashion show. "


If you are attending the show do not forget to sign up for the Lilly bus that will take us from the studio to the Madison Avenue event. That was beyond nice of them to provide transportation for us! Even if you are not attending the taping on Wednesday and will be in NYC, everyone is welcome to come to the party! The store hours are from 10AM to 6PM.

1020 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10021
212.744.4620

Martha is One Week Away!

Today is the last chance that you can enter Lilly's contest for the pair of Martha tickets! So hop on over to this website and get you name in the drawing!


Also, I thought I would go ahead and unveil what I am planning on wearing to the show. I do apologize for the pictures... I promise the outfit looks much cuter on ;) I believe that the dress is circa 2004. I know that my grandmother purchased for me as part of my high school graduation trousseau (along with about 1o or 15 other Lilly pieces!). Thank goodness for a Lilly loving grandmother! This dress has been one of those "go to" pieces when you feel like your having a "fat" or "blah" day, I would wear this and feel better.


My outfit will be complete with the grosgrain ribbon accent cardigan from Lilly, gold flats, and pearls. I cannot believe that it is just one week away! Good luck in the drawing!

Lilly Sale @ Bloomingdale's

Bloomingdale's is having a fabulous Lilly sale right now!! I could not believe the markdowns on the Jubilee Collection. But what I really have my eye on is the Elias Dupioni Dress. Too bad it isn't fitting in the budget right now... maybe it will be my major purchase in NYC?!

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Elias Dupioni Dress with Beading

Orig. $458.00
Now $274.80

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Hayward Printed Tunic with Belt

Orig. $328.00
Now $196.80

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Women's "Rohan" Top

Orig. $278.00
Now $166.80

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Women's "Brennan"
All Over Beaded Dress

Orig. $598.00
Now $358.80

Lilly Pulitzer women's "Belmont" Embroidered Tunic

Orig. $278.00
Now $166.80

Lilly Pulitzer Women's "Olive" Sailor Pants

Orig. $158.00
Now $94.80

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Women's "Claudie"
Long Printed Dress with Necklace Detail

Orig. $458.00
Now $274.80

Lilly Pulitzer "MCKIM" Leather Thong

Orig. $138.00
Now $95.99

Lilly Pulitzer "Swellie" Rain Boot

Now $68.99

Lilly Pulitzer "Sienna" Strapless Embroidered Dress

Now $131.20

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Women's "Brayden"
Lagoon Blooms Printed Dress with Necklace Detail

Orig. $398.00
Now $238.80

Lilly Pulitzer 50th Anniversary Jubilee Saemus Dress
with Sheer Sleeves and Beading at Neckline

Orig. $498.00
Now $298.80

New Lilly Catalog

I am WAY too excited!

LPW is headed to NYC to meet Martha!!!! This e-mail was by far the best Valentine's gift a girl could ask for. I cannot wait to see the entire audience dressed in Lilly! All I can think about is what I am going to wear and what kind of segments they are going to talk about. Who knows... maybe LILLY herself will make an appearance?!?!?!

Hopefully my professors will understand that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to get to go to this, and they will have to let me reschedule the 2 exams I will be missing. I have never been to NY before, but this will have to be a quick trip. Too bad they couldn't have scheduled it during my Spring Break, which is the very next week!

There was only one person that I could think of that would appreciate a Lilly/Martha experience like this one. So I called G to tell her the fabulous news, and she was totally up for it! G is as obsessed with Lilly as I am, and she often displays her Martha abilities. I knew that she would be the perfect person to go with.

PRETTY PRETTY PLEASE, professors, let me go!!!!!!!!! Maybe my pleading will eventually hit a nerve with them :) Now, does anyone have any ideas of where to stay and where to go eat??

Lilly Spring Photoshoot

Hide the Charge Card!

With the economy being the way that it is, I have really tried to save more than I spend (remember the new year's resolutions?!). Then again, I am related to my grandmother which means I cannot pass up a good deal.

This cute pink sweater is really similar to anther Lilly sweater I have that I wear all the time over dresses and tops. So with that in mind, I knew this piece would get a lot of us. Retail was $188.00 and I got it for $59.99.

Oh but of course I couldn't stop there! I tried on a pair of Lilly black pants that were extremely comfortable when I realized I don't own any black pants! Every girl needs a pair of black pants, right?! Retail was $198.00 and I got it for $63.19.

As I was swiping my card, I was kidding with the sales people (of course they know me by name, and I am sure they think "cha ching" every time I walk in). I said when I couldn't eat this week because of this purchase I was blaming them. The cute lady from Romania responded, "we didn't have Ramen in Romania so we would eat ketchup when we spent our food money on clothes." After being severely grossed out I said, "I would eat Ramen noodles so that I could shop more, but then I wouldn't be able to fit in my clothes!!" This statement is so true. I don't know how college kids live off of all that sodium!

I can't wait to see what the Lilly Rue La La sale has! Hope yall are finding some amazing deals too!

What do Martha Stewart and Lilly Pulitzer have in common??

Two of my favorite people are Martha and Lilly; and when both of them are combined, that is really something special! Martha is having a special taping of her show devoted to Lilly's Anniversary!

Here is the information that I have...

Calling all Lilly Pulitzer Fans to be a part of the Martha Stewart Show Audience!!!!!

Head to your closets and take out your favorite Lilly Pulitzer outfit to be a part of our studio audience this Spring as we celebrate Lilly Pulitzer’s 50th anniversary with a fashion show!

Whether your colorful printed outfit is vintage or it’s one of her latest fashions, get ready to don it for our exciting show!

Coming up in March our entire studio audience will be filled with Lilly Pulitzer fans wearing their favorite pieces. Please be sure to explain why you would like to be a member of our Lilly Pulitzer audience & what you plan on wearing!

You can request tickets at: www.marthastewart.com/get-tickets

I will let you know when the dates for the taping and airing are announced. This event is definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity that I do not want to miss out on! Can you imagine getting to meet Martha?!

Lilly P. Placemats

I got these lovely Lilly P. placemats for Christmas one year, and I have never used them because I didn't have napkins that matched. Now that is not the case, thanks to a recent trip to Tuesday Morning!! I found these pink, green, blue, and purple napkins that match my place mats perfectly!


I was thinking that I would use the pink and green napkins with the blue side, and the pink and blue napkins with the green side.

What I can't decide is whether or not I should get the napkins monogrammed. If I do get them done, what thread color should I use?

I just love what Lilly P. has to say on the back of the placemat box...

These four quilted placemats are not only vibrant and fun but they are reversible too! Now your table can look as cute as you do dressed in Lilly.

Check back later to see what other entertaining tips Lilly has to offer!

Jubilee Scarf

Lilly always comes out with some fun scarfs. The Jubilee scarf has 50th and Lilly hidden in the patterns. I have one of the breast cancer scarfs that I wear as a belt because it is long and narrow, and I was thinking this one would make a really nice pillow. It's always fun to find new uses for ordinary objects.

Sneak Peak at the Latest Lilly!!

How cute is this?!?! Any day now... the newest addition to the Lilly Pulitzer line will be able to be previewed! I am starting to get really excited!

A Colorful Getaway

For all of you that are jet setting down to Palm Beach for the winter (that is on my agenda for next year, but it will be for work)... here is the collection for you. The collection is comprised of mainly beach wear that would be appropriate for Spring Break, weekends at the beach, etc.

All of the new fabrics are amazing! I love the light blue and coral combination that has become ever so popular. Make sure to check out the latest Lilly print stories here.


My top pick from the Getaway collection is the Pillar Tunic; and to be honest, I couldn't decide which pattern I like better. The design looks similar to a oxford shirt dress that can be flattering on all shapes and sizes. Not to mention, at $138, it is a bargain for true Lilly fashion.

Sunglasses Anyone?

I cannot live without sunglasses! Mainly, I go for the huge Jackie O ones. Not only are they classy, but they actually serve the intended purpose to keep the light out. Since my last sunglasses purchase was in August (BCBG's), I think it is about time to treat myself to a new pair.

But I have a confession to make... I did not go to the Lilly store the WHOLE time that I was home!! Partially because I knew that I shouldn't be spending a lot of money and partially because there was no time. That means that I haven't had a chance to see the new sunglasses line. I can't wait for them to appear on the web!

Has anyone seen them yet? Is there a pair that you are dying to own?

Look what we have to look forward to...

In January 2009, Lilly will be launching a new stationary collection! Lifeguard Press is the same company that introduced the Vera Bradley stationary line. Without a doubt, this is going to be a great addition to any Lilly fan's bag of tricks. There isn't much info on their website, but you can sign up for their e-mail updates.

I wish I could go to this!

On the Eighth Day of Christmas...

I am revealing my Christmas Card. Could they scream Lilly any louder?! I don't think so! This will be my first year for sending out cards and to be honest... I haven't done them yet. That is on the agenda for this weekend. At least I already have my list with addresses updated and ready to go.

Thank You!

This is my 20th post!! Wow, it is crazy how fast time flies.

I just wanted to say thank you to my followers! Yall are amazing, and I have really enjoyed getting to follow your blogs are well.

Every time I sign on, I get really excited when there are new posts waiting to be read and reading your comments on my posts. I LOVE hearing everyone's comments!

This blogging thing is a lot different than I thought it was going to be. In all actuality, I didn't think that people read this stuff. Initially, my goal was to have a creative outlet for my love for Lilly. I hope that I will be able to keep up with the pace... I love procrastinating on studying or doing homework and reading your blogs is a lot more fun than either of those things!

On another note...

The other day when I went to check on the Lilly blog (it has been added to my morning routine already!), I noticed that their were some added links on the sides. I glanced at them, and quickly had to take a double take... MY BLOG NAME WAS ON THERE!!! So, at first, I was really disappointed because I thought someone already had my name or had copied me, but that was just not the case. I clicked on my name and what came up was MY BLOG!! I cannot tell you how excited that I am linked to the official Lilly Blog!

Here is a list of the other blogs that are tagged....

Bunny Tomerlin
Chic and Charming
Muffy Martini
Nina Knows Best
Seersucker Stories
The Happy Daily
The Pink Totebag
Tickled Pink and Green
Tres Poshe Prep
You Frivolous Mommy!

Thanks to whoever at Lilly was responsible for tagging us under Lilly Culture!

My Biological Clock is Ticking...

So I know that sounds funny, especially considering I haven't even graduated with my undergrad degree; but I am not talking about a human baby!! I am willing to wait a long time to have one of those. My longing for a puppy has been re-fueled by Lilly P's latest release.

I saw on the Lilly blog that they were planning on launching accessories for our canine companions in October. Well here it is, in the middle of December, and it finally hit their website! They have two different patterns of collars with matching leads available, as pictured below.

I love, love, love both of them! So now all I need is a dog to put it on!!

I have already had "the talk" with my parents and I promised them that I would wait until I graduate (which is in May). That was before I found this puppy on Petfinder.com... she is a Jack Russell, Maltese, Shih Tzu mix. Seriously, this is one of the cutest dogs I think I have ever seen!!


I have never had a little dog before. Growing up we have had 3 Black Labs and a German Short Haired Pointer. I had been debating about what kind of dog I wanted and finally narrowed down my list to: Black Lab (large), Beagle (medium), or Jack Russell (small). Every once in a while, I will meander over to Petfinder.com and see what is available in my area. Never, had I seen one that I was that attracted to, but now that I found this dog... I WANT HER!!!

So I am in a conundrum about what to do?!

On the Fifth Day of Christmas...

I had to compare my little attempt at a Christmas tree to the gorgeous creation that appeared on the Lilly blog today. I live in a small apartment with 2 other girls and we are only here for part of the holidays before we go home, so I talked myself out of going wild on a Christmas tree. I wish I hadn't done that after seeing this one!


One of the few crafts that I have done this Christmas was the tree skirt. I went to Joann's and got the white fabric that has white holly leaves on it, and cut that in a circle. Then I traced a small hole in the center to go around the tree and cut a straight line going out to the edge. I hot glued the boa around the edge. Then to finish it off, I used tacky glue and some light pink glitter to make my monogram in the middle. The project took me all of about 30 minutes and couldn't have cost more than $10 (and that's including a new glue gun!). This would be an easy and inexpensive way to change a tabletop tree every year without have to change all of the ornaments.


I used small hot pink ornament that I found at Hobby Lobby and accented them with the pink and green holiday ribbon that was featured on the First Day of Christmas. Some of the ornaments and ribbon I already had, so I just mixed and matched them. The larger silver balls are monogrammed with a darker silver sharpie with my initials, surrounded by pink and green polka dots. There is pink and green sequined garland, along with a strand of pearls, that wraps around the entire tree. Then to top it off I added the lime green bow that matches the bow my wreath.

Next year, I am going to make sure to have some Lilly fabric on hand so that I can create my own Lilly ornaments! And I will not be settling for the little tabletop tree! Oh and did I mention lights?! I have to have those too.

Here are the pictures for the Lilly blog that show their ornaments up close...





I cannot wait to go home and see my family's Christmas tree. It is just a hodgepodge of ornaments that my siblings and I have made or collected, but there is still something really special about it.