{this pillow, from Black Rooster}

{these cupcake liners, from the dollar store no less}

{these graphic matchbooks, from Illume}

{red velvet cupcakes, from my kitchen}

{this iPhone case, from Iconemesis}

Happy weekend my dears!

xo.

 {fruit loops; because they taste like childhood}

{ my gorgeous Sweet Woodruff Valentines day bouquet }

{ having a temporary study buddy }

{ piles of old fashioned candy }

Happy weekend lovelies. xoxo

| these incredible earrings |

| really awesome friends |

| this plate |

| waffle knit tops & sweatpants
(a new uniform since I started working from home) |

| discovering that Montreal-style bagels are just a 10 minute walk away |

Now you go!

Happy weekend noodles <3

new bed sheets (because they make for the best nights sleep)

this wall of “granny-knit” socks

this collection of goodies lining my dresser

a to-go mug all dressed up for winter (obviously)

the prettiest paper bags to package tasty gifts for friends

For more in this series click here

ps: today is the last day to enter the Plum Pretty Sugar giveaway! Hurry!

a good mail day (c/o glossybox)

“tough” decisions at brunch

flowers from my mom

fall baking

getting things done around here
(like finally finding & hanging that cabinet in our foyer)

Happy weekend poptarts!

psst… for other posts in this series, click here

What are a few things that made you smile lately? I’d love to know!

I used to entitle these posts “happiness is” but it never quite felt right claiming that the secret to happiness is a cute set of salt and pepper shakers or brand new boots. Every time I would hit publish something would churn in my stomach for I felt I was sending the wrong message. When I originally started this sometimes series, I did it with the intention of placing the focus on the little bits, those small moments that make your day just that much sweeter. I’m a firm believer in finding the light, the silver linings and appreciating the little things and that’s exactly what I’m trying to convey. From here on out, I will be referring to this series as “made me smile” for it feels more fitting. Yes, finding that dress you’ve lusted over on sale is something to smile about, as is making your way home without ever having to stop at a red light or purchasing a bag filled primarily with brown m&m’s (they taste the best, I swear it!) Little tidbits of my days that, in the grand scheme of things, are superfluous, potentially superficial and not necessarily the secret to happiness, but do deserve some recognition in their own right. What are a few notable things that made you smile lately? I’d love to know!

Happy long weekend sunshines (oh look, another reason to smile)!

colourful meringuesbowls of hot chocolate
neon-pink kitchen accessorieschandeliers made from velcro stripsand this collection of Ladurée “L’Art de Recevoir” books

Happy weekend poptarts!

{golden teacups}

With this week being unusually busier than most, I have found myself making conscious efforts to sit back, breathe and take a moment or two to myself before tackling the next task. Making sure that I don’t work through my entire lunch and still hanging out with friends after work has made huge improvements on my level of productivity when I really get down to it. I’ve mentioned before that it’s important to focus on the positives and try to avoid being overwhelmed wherever possible (a mantra that usually helps me: “will this REALLY matter in a week?” If not, let it go.) Focusing on the little things in life is equally as important and really do make a difference in your levels of gratitude.  These are a few little things that have made me happy and have added to my otherwise stressful week.{embellished tops}{fresh scones & crème fraîche}
{mimosas}{baskets of chocolate}

{hot chocolate that’s really just made up of dark chocolate shavings}{a selection of loose leaf teas}{oversized knit sweaters}{homemade chocolate chunk cookies}{texture (and warm beds)}

Those of you who’ve been around for a while may remember my “100 things”series; a series in which I spent 10 weeks listing 100 simple things that made my days just a little bit brighter. I had so much fun putting it together back then and I knew that I wanted to keep it up in one way or another.  Here are a few simple little things that are currently making me happy. What are some of yours?