JourneyChic - a quest for easy, affordable style

Felt Flower Wreaths For All Seasons

January 6, 2012 By JourneyChic 3 Comments

On Christmas Eve I finished up my last holiday craft project, a felt flower wreath: I was inspired by a version that I found on Pinterest from Better Homes & Gardens, and used the instructions and template to make my own with some changes: Foolishly, I tried to wrap the wreath using one continuous piece of yarn. Not so easy to do when there's a cat sitting on your lap! Ultimately I used three separate very long pieces and glued the ends down in the back with some tacky glue. Next … [Read more...]

Filed Under: crafts & sewing

Mini Blog Facelift and Resolutions

January 5, 2012 By JourneyChic 12 Comments

This little ole blog of mine went through some major changes during 2011: a brand-new layout that really reflects my own taste, Facebook and Twitter accounts, and the experience of some blogging classes (like decor8's Blogging Your Way). The time and effort (and a few bucks, too), led to some great opportunities: meeting Holly Becker and attending a Boston blogger meetup, having dinner with Erin and her adorable dude, virtually meeting new bloggers, and a paying gig at Houzz. While I'm … [Read more...]

Filed Under: announcements

Our Christmas

January 4, 2012 By JourneyChic 4 Comments

Happy New Year everyone! I hope that your holiday break was as relaxing as mine was. We didn't travel far and spent a lot of time vegging out, but I did manage to get a few projects done around the house that I'll share with you over the course of the month. Christmas was made more special this year now that Junior is old enough to say "Santa!" and "Snowman!" although he still doesn't quite comprehend the magic of the season just yet. We started the celebration with a Christmas Eve visit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: our house, parenting

How I Got Crafty In 2011

December 30, 2011 By JourneyChic 5 Comments

Working full-time, parenting, and blogging in 2011 left me with very little spare time, but I'm quite proud of the few crafting accomplishments made during such a busy year. Although I always enjoyed crafting when I was a child, it was sorely absent from my life until my son's arrival gave me new inspiration. Although 2011 wasn't filled with nursery projects the way 2010 was, I still managed to come up with some ideas (with a little help from Pinterest) that added more creativity to our … [Read more...]

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Shimmer and Shine for NYE

December 28, 2011 By JourneyChic 6 Comments

We're ringing in the new year at our place with a few close friends, and I'm sure my "party look" will be of the jeans and sweater variety. I've never gone all out for NYE, but if I ever get the opportunity I will wear something filled with sparkle and reminiscent of a bottle of bubbly! Pass the Bubbly by journeychic featuring one shoulder evening dresses ASOS one shoulder evening dress $122 - asos.com MICHAEL Michael Kors peep toe platform … [Read more...]

Filed Under: fashion, holidays

Have Yourself A Casual Christmas

December 21, 2011 By JourneyChic 5 Comments

My mom is hosting Christmas dinner this year, and we have a super casual family. This outfit, featuring a gorgeous lace blouse with sheer sleeves, would be perfect for pulling presents out from under the tree. The wide scarf can act as a wrap if your arms get cold. Red flats are always a great way to add punch to an outfit. I know I'll be wearing mine on Christmas day! Casual Christmas by journeychic featuring beaded jewelry Sheer top $68 - anthropologie.com MNG … [Read more...]

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Christmas Cookies In a Jar & Free Printable

December 20, 2011 By JourneyChic 6 Comments

This weekend I put together a fun, easy, and tasty treat for my son's daycare teachers: cookie mix jars! Here you'll find the recipe as well as a free printable recipe card at the end of the post. The idea of buying or making elaborate gifts for all 12 of my son's daycare teachers was incredibly daunting. Yes - he spent time with a dozen wonderful women for 50 hours each week this year because he transitioned from the infant room to the toddler room in the fall (my boy's growing up!). I've … [Read more...]

Filed Under: holidays, recipes