A Small Bun In the Oven!

It's been way too long since i've posted on my little blog! I tell you, mid-terms, work, and news of a baby on a way has really occupied my time recently. Yes you read right, news of a baby on the way! Jason and I were so excited to find out this wonderful news on Valentine's Day. What a surprise! However we are overly filled with Joy! We are so blessed to have this miracle happen!

So luckily I've had a good pregnancy so far. I completed my first Trimester a few weeks ago and only experienced occasional nausea and small headaches. Now in Trimester 2, luckily the nausea has laid a low profile. The only symptom I feel is occasional sleepiness. Nap's have never felt so great! With only those few uncomfortable symptoms, I can honestly say I really enjoy being pregnant! =)

I am 14 weeks and 5 days pregnant (too soon to find out with the gender of the baby is). My instinct tells me i'm having a boy! but we won't find out till the ultrasound (so exciting I can't wait!).
A few weeks ago Jason and I heard our baby's heartbeat for the first time at our first doctor visit! It was amazing hearing the little beat! Jason recorded the beating sound and I have listened to it over and over since the visit. I'm just so happy when I hear it!

It's not so clear in the beginning but if you listen closely after 10 seconds you hear it! It's so magical :)

I've decided to keep track of my baby bump progress for the weeks to come. My bump is small but I definitely feel the inches growing! Sometimes I think I feel "flutters" from the baby but i'm not sure if i'm feeling it. lol I guess i'll know for sure in the weeks to come.

I haven't purchased any maternity clothes because it's too soon. Plus I can still fit in most of my clothes (but not my jeans!) I'll be much bigger in the summer so I'll be wearing lot's of Maxi dresses to stay comfortable!

Countdown:
25 Weeks, 2 Days

Due Date:
September 3, 2014

Dress // Old Navy

Walking in a Tulle Wonderland

Today I'm walking in a tulle wonderland with my friend Amy from Classy In The Classroom. We decided to play with Tulle tis season! Tulle is so pretty and perfect for any holiday party you plan to attend. Check out the two different ways we styled our fun tulle skirts! Amy is looking very stunning in her white tulle shirt. I love the color combinations she uses with her outfit. Let's talk about her top! GORGEOUS. My favorite piece of her outfit is her top. Super cute with the white embellished collar! I'm loving it! Amy is literally walking in a winter wonderland in all that beautiful white snow. Please stop by her bloggy here and check out more details about her outfit. Looking beautiful Amy!

Again Tulle is lovely and can be styled great for classy events. And trust me, you will feel like a princess walking around in your tulle ;) I styled mine with a red plaid top and my new favorite statement necklace from BrinaBox. I love my tulle skirt and cannot wait to wear it again! Happy Holiday's my friends and have fun styling your holiday outfits!

Black Tulle || Amazon || Brown Bow Belt || Amazon || Plaid Top || Old Navy || Cheetah Heels || Amazon || Statement Necklace || Brinabox || Faux Fur Clutch || Thrifted ||

Bling On The Holidays

"Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Rock"...It's that time of the year again! Oh yes the smell of Cinnamon pine cones, Holiday sugar cookies, and Green Christmas tree's, yes I love it all! I am definitely in the holiday spirit this year =) I even caught my fiancé in the act....putting up the colorful lights outside our home (he did such a great job!)

With Black Friday over and done with, I managed to grab myself an early Christmas gift: a $48 Brother Sewing Machine at Wal-Mart. I've only sewn a few times in my lifetime but decided to challenge myself and take it a bit deeper. After all, I will be enrolled in 3 Fashion courses next semester at CSUS, I might as well practice this skill now. I'll be starting my first project in a few days. Wish me luck since I need it! Haha

Black Friday Deals on Apparel: The only retail store I managed to stop by (besides Wal-Mart for my sewing machine) was Old Navy. Everything was 40% off..Not bad. Grabbed a few Plaid tops, including this Chambray Top I'm wearing in this post. A few days before Thanksgiving I was lucky and spotted these Steve Madden Riding boots for only $25 dollars at Goodwill..Not bad!

|| Chambray Top || Old Navy || Black Blazer || H&M || Black Pants || Express (Old) Similar || Riding Boots || Steve Madden (Thrifted) Similar || Necklace || J. Crew Factory & Here || Handbag || Louis Vuitton Speedy ||

A little Glimpse of Holiday Beauty in my home ....

Playing with Dots & Plaid

Good Morning! Today I'm so excited because I am teaming up my sweet friend Amy from Classy In The Classroom to show you two different ways to style your Dot's and Plaid. I'm happy to be collaborating with sweet Amy because ever since I entered the blogging world, Amy's cute & trendy style has always inspired me. It's so classic and adorable how Amy styled her red plaid underneath the bold polka dot sweater. In addition, she add's an extra trendy & chic look with the faux fur vest and Pearl Necklace.. She looks perfectly put together! I'm really obsessed with her outfit!

Amy is a teacher and shows her readers how to dress classy but still trendy in the classroom. I adore her looks and highly recommend you check out her blog (you won't be disappointed!). She knows how to shop on a budget and will tell you where to get the deals! Please don't forget to stop by her cute blog here!

Details of my outfit: Dot's and Plaid go hand in hand together. I Saw this plaid scarf at Old Navy in four different colors. I could not resist the color. Apparently I love the color blue and anything that stands out haha. The colored leggings are a little fearless but go great with the scarf. This is a great outfit to wear for a office job or semi-casual party.

Yesterday I spent my day in orientation at Sacramento State University. It was so exciting learning about the classes I will be taking in the Spring..ALL FASHION CLASSES! I can't wait to finally express my passion in school and learn deeper about the art of fashion. I can't wait!

|| Blue Plaid Scarf || Old Navy || Grey Pea Coat || Banana Repulic (old) similar here || Blue Tights || Old Navy || Polka Dot Mini Skirt || Forever || Booties || Target (old) similar here ||

The Adorable Thing about Graphics ..

|| Fox Graphic Sweater || Old Navy $32.94 || Yellow Plaid || Old Navy {old} similar here || Crystal Necklace || J.Crew || Monogram Necklace || Heart Boutique || Leather Leggings || Heart Boutique || Red Flats || Sole Society ||

The Adorable thing about Graphics are simple, they are adorable!

The new trend: Graphic Sweaters. Clothing designers have created them for stores like J.Crew, Old Navy, and Forever 21. Everything from birds, dogs, owls, and cats are on sweaters. They are adorable, preppy, and special (since they describe your personality based on which graphic animal you choose). I spotted this Foxy graphic sweater at Old Navy a few weeks ago and immediately envisioned how to style it. The reason I purchased the fox was because he looked like a little college student (which describes my life at the moment). Graphic sweaters are great to style with colorful plaid tops, leggings (graphic or plain solid colors), flats or ankle booties. Don't forget to accessorize with your favorite statement necklace. I styled my sweater with a new pair of leather leggings. You can find affordable graphic sweaters at Old Navy & Forever 21. J.Crew has a beautiful selection but be prepared to pay for the quality. So start your fall wardrobe with a new cute graphic sweater!

Here are a few plaid tops you can style your graphic sweaters with. Wearing a colorful plaid will make your graphic sweater stand out even more.