Currently

 Photo Cred: Kourtney Hetrick

As I sit here in a coffee shop, like a stereotypical blogger, I'm a little overwhelmed with my to do list.
However when I stop and really and truly think about things, life is good. 
For so many reasons.
It's just hard to remember that sometimes in the middle of everything.


Slacking // On photo editing. I have so many to do and it's been building up and it's times like these that I wish I had four hands. 
So I could edit and knit at the same time.

Reading //  I haven't been reading much/at all lately. So sad. I've been trying to read Half Broke Horses though. What I've managed to read so far is good. I think I like Jeanette Wall's first book, Glass Castle, better though.

Planning // Trips. Lots and lots of trips. Some possible, some not. 
At least for right now. 

Eating // Reeses Peanut Butter Cups. 
Because I miraculously still have candy leftover from Christmas

Feeling // In this moment, content. I do have a lot to do, and I'm busier than ever despite the fact that I've given up a few responsibilities in attempts to make more time for myself. However right now I feel like I can get it done. This will probably change tomorrow but we're supposed to take one day at a time right?

Listening // Silence. Because I don't really appreciate it as often as I should. I try to fill it with music and voices and thoughts a lot of the time. So I'm trying to enjoy it more.

Learning // How to make time for myself. I have a hard time separating myself from my work and what I need to get done because it so often surrounds me all the time. Constantly. Wherever I go. I have a hard time not being in work mode. So I'm trying to learn what the best way for me to refresh and relax is. If you have any tips or ideas I'd be happy to hear them! 

(Thanks to Amanda for this "Currently" list inspiration!)

A New York To Do List

Instagram from this trip

I've been to New York City about half a dozen times now but I can never get enough of it. 
As with most of my favorite places I miss it when I'm not there, some times more than others.
Today it's a lot.
I haven't been since last March and I'm obviously planning to return again at some point this year!
Here are a few things I want to do again, or for the first time, when I go...

1. Find a macaroon shop and eat some macaroons
2. Stop by/move into Purl Soho
3. Have pizza at Lobmardi's 
4. Visit The High Line 
4. Find a thrift store in Brooklyn
5. Buy something silly in Chinatown
6. Visit the MoMA
7. Shoot more of the city in film


What about you?
What are some of your favorite things to do in the city that never sleeps?



A Knitters Hands


A new friend of mine needed some help with a photography project she was working on involving various hands and when she met me and learned that I knit she wanted me to model for her.
This is the result and I'm a little bit in love with it.
You can see more of her work here.

Life According To Instagram

This week I...

-Talked about why 2012 was great
-Rung in the new year with the Biebs
-Made a few little tiny resolutions
-Put away Christmas decorations. So sad.
-Wore my new boots pretty much every single day since Christmas...
-Did a little redecorating
-Shared my new packaging for the shop
-Had a lovely photoshoot with three gorgeous girls. Keep an eye out for the photos!
-Started offering sponsors ad spots on the blog! Go check it out and book a spot :)




New Packaging

Hope you guys are having a good weekend!
Just wanted to share with you some of my new packaging materials for the shop!
I am so very excited about them!!
Cards via Vistaprint, tags custom made from Sewnique Boutique, stamp also custom made from Hello Donna and twine from Studio 8 Supplies.
And of course credit to Meagan Abell for helping me create my logo!
I also have new address labels and stickers which aren't pictured.
Looking forward to starting off this year with a new look!

What do you think?


Sponsor A Girl Named Leney!


Hello dear readers!
I decided that I wanted to make a few changes around the blog, and what better way to do that other than at the start of a new year?
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Due to getting this started a little late, I will be hosting the first ads purchased until the end of February, and then start a fresh from there.
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Happy New Year

A few little goals for the year...

1. Learn how to play my ukulele
3. Be better about responding to your blog comments! You're so sweet to comment and I always read each and every single one so I'm going to try and be better about showing my appreciation!
4. Don't buy things I don't need
5. Finish editing the England photos!!!
6. Keep things clean and organized
7. Spend more quality time with family
8. Read more
9. Redesign the blog
10. Travel at any and every opportunity possible
12. Pray more diligently 
13. Finish knitting that one sweater


What are some of yours?

Year In Review

Photo Cred: Meagan Abell

Goodness I can't believe 2012 is coming to an end.
Is it just me or did it go by really fast?
It's been such a great year though.
So many amazing things happened!
While I was writing this post and looking back on 2012, I couldn't quite believe how many amazing things.
God's blessed me in more ways than I can imagine and I have so much to be thankful for.
Here are a few of my favorite highlights...



Attended the Passion conference. What an amazing experience!
I only wish I was able to go again this year.
If you ever have the chance to go, you must!

Had several awesome photoshoots and I have more booked for next year already!
Could not be more excited.
I can't decide which one is my favorite.
Thoughts?

Celebrated a one year anniversary with this guy.
Saying I could not be happier would be an understatement.
He's the best.

On that note, I celebrated Valentine's Day!

Attended the IFB Conference in New York City

Officially started my new job
(still working on my work routine but I'm getting better!)

Made my first ever Tutorial. Think I should make more?

Travelled to England and Scotland.
Definitely in the top five as far as highlights go and one of the best experiences of my life!
You can see a full list of the posts on my travels here.
Hopefully I'll get around to sharing the rest of the photos next year...

Attended a few local fashion shows, not to mention had a few of my pieces in one!
Also was a part of RVA Fashion Week.

Got a pretty drastic haircut

Had lots of various adventures in Richmond

Discovered what would soon become one of my most popular items in my Etsy shop

Helped out with an event or two with The Gray Haven Project as well as take photos for their new website and brochures! Looking forward to doing more with them in the upcoming year!

Figured out how to use iMovie and made my first ever video!
(I've made a few more since)

Went camping

Attempted to get back into Street Style Photography.
Didn't really keep up with it... so maybe I'll try again next year!

Attended The Vans Warped Tour

Tried lots of new Richmond restaurants

Helped a new friend with shooting a wedding or two!
Both were so much fun and great learning experiences.
Wouldn't trade them for anything!

Attended a Farmers Market

Was in a fun photoshoot or two

Finally invested in some Blue China!
Isn't it beautiful?
I've since been given more pieces by some sweet family members.
Looking forward to building my set more in the years to come!

Went sailing a few times

Made some changes with the shop and have more in store for next year!

Started contributing to a new blog called Darling Companion.
You should check it out!

Went to the Virginia State Fair.
Of course.

Went Pumpkin and apple picking

Had one of the sweetest features written about me!
See more here.

Had my very own logo made!!!
Still obsessed with it.

Attended lots of First Fridays

Celebrated my 21st Birthday

Learned to be still and satisfied, among some other things.


Had some of my items accepted into Chop Suey Books Holiday Bizarre Market!
Sold a lot of stuff, it was great!

Had quite a few successful craft and jewelry shows.
Including one in Baltimore!


Had a fantastic and merry Christmas

Made some new friends and became even better friends with some old ones
......................

2013, I know you are going to be the best year yet.
I can just feel it.


Last year's post can be read here

The Last of The Christmasgrams

Pretty much all that can be summed up about this week is that it was an awesome Christmas! 
Couldn't have asked for a better one. Got way too many gifts, ate way too much food, and had some wonderful and much needed time with family and friends... It was perfect.
Ok, I promise I'm done talking about Christmas now.
No more Christmas talk until next year!
Speaking of which, New Year's Eve is tomorrow.
Can you believe it?
I know I can't.
I'm off to work on some thank you notes...
I probably won't be finishing them until next year though.
;)



P.s. The winner of the giveaway is......
Jessi Francis!
Thanks to everyone who participated, no worries, there will be another one soon. :)