Saturday


You should pop on over to Erica's blog today, where I'm featured in a sponsor spotlight.
(Didn't she do a nice job on adding text to my picture? I love it!)

Also don't forget to check out Katelyn's as well!

It's been so much fun doing these lately.
I've been meeting some very cool people lately as a result.

It's been a pretty relaxing Saturday so far. Just working on some blog things and such. 
It was nice to sleep in and not have to go anywhere today. 
I rarely get to do this so it's a nice change of pace.

How's your weekend been?


Friday I'm In Love

It's been quite a while since I've had a Friday favorites post!
So here is one for this week.

This Friday I'm in love with....


One of my all time favorite sets of wedding photos

The organized closet at the end of this post (oh how I wish)

This phone case

A cute outfit post

This dress and this one

A sweater pattern I want to knit

These cookie cutters

A new blog I love

These DIY night lights

London's recap of last month's RVAFB meet up

This piece of art

Chevron pillows

These shoes (If only I could justify spending the money....)

My Facebook page having a new name




Have a lovely Friday!



Playing Catch Up

Hello dear readers!
I've been rather absent here lately, however lots of exciting emails are occupying my inbox and there are several new things in the works!
Here's a little bit of what's been going on:


-I am featured in a sponsor spotlight today over on Katelyn's Blog Inner Vision.
Feel free to check it out!

-The Facebook page has had a name change! After the super annoying process of having to get everyone to unlike the page, (you can only change a Facbook page's name if you have under 100 likes) Leney Breeden Photography is now A Girl Named Leney!
I thought this would be better so that I can use the page as an all encompassing outlet to let people know, not just about my photography, but anything blogging or Etsy shop related. So feel free to go on over and give it a like! Or a re-like... if you were one of the nice people who helped me out in un-liking it temporarily.

-Also, in light of the new Facebook page name, I have created an album for everyone who has bought any of my creations to submit photo's of themselves wearing their purchases! So shoot me an email with any photos of yourself wearing anything made by A Girl Named Leney.

-I am working on a post about a conference I went to recently called Passion. It was amazing and I can't wait to share the experience with you.

-I have several photo related posts to do... Hopefully I will get around to those soon!

-Look for some fun interviews with a few fellow bloggers coming up in the next few weeks as well.



That's all I have time to update you on for now! I'll have some more interesting posts for you here soon, I promise.

And because text heavy posts are no fun without pictures to look at, here is a photo of a yarn bombed street sign I came across while down town the other day.....


Mini Outfit Post

So I haven't posted any outfit posts in awhile so I thought I'd share this one from yesterday!
Excuse my laziness in using my phone to take pictures and make a collage....
I've had this thrifted dress for a good year or two and I've never worn it because I always intended to hem it shorter. But I pulled it out to try on yesterday, and I think I actually like it the way it is.
However in putting together this outfit I realized my need for a black jacket of some sort.
Preferably a blazer.
Any idea where I can find a not-too-expensive one?

Outfit details

Dress: Thrifted
Necklace: Forever 21
Shoes: Urban Outfitters
Belt: Vintage
Watch: Michael Kors
Bracelets: Vintage and thrifted


Oh, and have you noticed the new blog layout?
It's a work in progress but I think I like how it's shaping up.
What do you think?


A Warm Penguin

I wanted to share an adorable commission a friend of mine had me do for his Girlfriend.
Inspired by this cause he asked me to knit a sweater for this little guy.
I wanted to keep him.
Isn't he too cute?


I had to make up my own pattern with the yarn he chose but if you're interested in making a penguin sweater I found another pattern here.


New Glasses

I recently purchased some new glasses from Coastal Contacts and I think I kinda love them.
They offer free prescription glasses, all you have to do is pay for shipping!
(I have to thank my friend Lindsay for this info)
The only catch is that it has to be your first pair from them.
No joke. I promise. 
$11 for a fun new pair of glasses? 
I'm not complaining.



What do you think?


A Year In Review




It's that time of year when we all look back on our past 365 days of life and reflect on all the things we've experienced. I can say that mine has been quite a marvelous year indeed. So many new, fun, and exciting things happened in 2011! 
Here's a mini re cap of some of my personal favorites. 
(In no particular order)

Visited NYC. 
Actually three different times.

Started going to a bible study I love, and have gotten to know some lovely ladies who have become some of my very dearest friends.

Went to several concerts and shows... including Anberlin, Circa Survive, Jimmy Eat World, Conditions, Beirut (twice), Parachute, Arcade Fire, Grace Potter & The Nocturnals and Foster the People.
(I have a very eclectic music taste)

Met this guy.
And started dating him.
I kinda like him.
A lot.

Went to the VMFA more than a handful of times.

Went on two awesome retreats and learned a lot of amazing things.
God is awesome.

Got my passport.

Went to 8 weddings.

Started writing and taking pictures for From The Runway to RVA and as a result have met so many cool people and made some more new friends.

Saw the Picasso exhibit. 

Watched Richmond go crazy over VCU being in the final four.

Went to Kings Dominion and rode all of their roller coasters.
I like roller coasters.

Went to the Watermelon Festival.

Visited and fell in love with New Mexico.

Met and became friends with the infamous Brian McDaniel.
And had my photo of said guy featured on a poster that was put up all over Richmond!
And also had photos of myself featured on Dirty Richmond.

Started pursuing my photography more and had a lot of fun photoshoots as a result.

Was a counselor at an amazing camp and had the opportunity to fall in love with a whole cabin full of girls who will always hold a very special place in my heart.

Went to a friend's book release party.

Helped Hope Thrift raise over 3,000 dollars for The Skills Development Center.

Went to the State Fair.

Went to an air show.

Participated in two craft shows

Had the opportunity to cover some local events at The Limited, The Gap and Sephora. 
And my personal favorite: The VMFA Teen Stylin fashion show competition.
(Which I will still be writing about, don't worry!)

Travelled to Boston and decided I liked "The T" much more than the subway.

Had a mini photoshoot with Kristin Partin.

Picked apples at Carter Mountain.

Turned 20

Went roller skating for the first time in a decade

Visited Florida and Disney World again. 
(You're never too old right?)

Went to the Christmas Parade.

Shot several different kinds of rifles at a shooting range.
And wasn't too shabby at it.

Went sailing a couple times.

Went to the beach a couple times.

Fell in love with Justin Bieber.
(If you watch Never Say Never you will too)

Bought my new camera which I am in love with.

Travelled to Ohio and ate my weight in Cincinnati spaghetti.

Opened up my ETSY shop!
Quite possibly one of my favorite accomplishments this year.
Not gonna lie.

And then last but not least, I started blogging more.
 And I've loved all the new people I've met and new friends I've made while doing it. Not to mention all the fun collaborations, sponsorships, giveaways and photoshoots I've had the opportunity to participate in.
I dont think 2011 would have been half the eventful year it was if it weren't for this blog.
It's something that I'm definitely going to keep up with this up coming year. Not only because I can get my passions and talents out there for people to see but also because the encouragement and friendly community that you become a part of when blogging, is something I want to continue to be a part of and contribute to.
Thanks is due to all my readers, known and unknown, for helping and encouraging me to peruse my passions and not be afraid of being the person I want to be.
I hope you have a blessed and very Happy New Year.

With Love,
A Girl Named Leney
<3




How Was Your Christmas?

Hello there!
I've been having the most wonderful Christmas break. 
It's been so nice sleeping in, eating lots of homemade food and spending time with some family and friends. 
The new year can wait to come if it wants, I won't mind. 
I'm in no rush to get back to the normal routine.
On another note, I got way too many presents and lovely things for Christmas. 
I feel so overly blessed!

Not that it's about the things we get... but things can still be so very awfully fun can't they?

One thing I was extremely surprised to get was....

An iPhone!
I could hardly believe it, I was not expecting it at all.
But I'm already in love with it.
Siri and I are totally BFF's.

And I'm addicted to Instagram already. And Words With Friends.
Isn't technology fun?
I think I have more than my fair share of it.

How was your Christmas?
Do tell!

I will be posting more about mine after the new year. 
Have a safe and happy one!
<3