Gallery Wall Ingredients

ya'll know I love a good bandwagon. My newly painted wall behind my couch is aching for some art work. Gallery wall to the rescue! I know it is a bit overdone in the decorating world, but it really is so effective. Here are the prints I'm planning to buy. Although I come from two people who only buy originals, prints are such a great deal. I just really don't want to commit to $200-$500 on original pieces.     Insert my dad's judgement. Literally, I asked my dad what he thought about a print that I was debating buying, he replied: "I only buy originals...signed originals, so I really don't have an opinion." This coming from the man in $9 target polos and most likely sporting his house slippers around town. Moving on. 

via Ashley Brooke Designs 

via Rifle Paper Co. *

via Rifle Paper Co.*

via Elizabeth Mayville on Etsy {found through Mackenzie at Design Darling}

via Minted.com 

via Note to Self Print Shop. {Sarah's blog is incredible. She is a true inspiration. Google Note to Self blog!}

via Inslee Design 

I don't really know where I can find ones, but I want one or two plates like this. I think it will help add some depth?

I listed the sites under the pictures. My apologies, for some reason, my laptop won't let me add links without just copying & pasting the entire thing. Not happening.

*ps. These are cards, that I just plan on framing in matted, 4x6 frames. $4.50 for the card + $5.00-$10.00 for the frame. Practically free!

ok, back to Homeland episodes. {priorities, people}

makeup + morning

makeup + morning by myfirstnameisrachel featuring laura mercier tinted moisturizer

not only do i love clothes, shoes, and jewelry, but i love makeup + skin care products. the easiest way to describe it is, i am a big ol' product whore. Sephora is my mother-ship. there is no reason for this post other than i just love polyvore, and sometimes my mom needs recommendations on products.

1. Bliss Fabulous Foaming Face Wash: i received this in a 500 point reward gift from Sephora. It is the perfect mix of gentle and exfoliating. after two days of the sample, i immediately ordered the full size.

2. Murad Eye Cream: I've been in the market for eye cream for a while. After {yet another} Sephora reward gift, I've fallen in love with this product. its pricey, but i think you get a generous amount for the price. besides, its eye cream! how much are you really be going through?

3. Liquid Eye Liner: I actually use the Sephora brand. it costs all of $10, so worth it.

4.Essie Nail Polish: In a perfect world, I'd keep my fingers and toes in a light to bright pink 24/7. In my world, I average a perfect manicure about 3 days out of every month. Regardless, Essie is always my go to.

5. Clinique Face Lotion: this is the tried and true face lotion. not too heavy, but my face doesn't get itchy by the end of the day from being too dry. i think the price is perfect too. {close runner up is Philosophy's Hope in a Jar}

6. Laura Mercer Tinted Moisturizer: this product lives up to the hype. I could not swallow the $42 price tag until i received this in a {seriously, another} Sephora Reward Gift and fell head over heels. i switch between this and Benefit's Some Kind of Gorgeous. {I've also really been wanting to try Benefit's Hello Flawless Oxygen Foundation...has anyone tried it?}

7. Too Faced Leopard Bronzer: this is one of my staples. I've been using it for years. Lately, I'll even use it as a blush because of the pink under-tones.

8. Bobby Brown's Shimmer Brick in Rose: Another staple. I've had three in about four years. You can use it as eyeshadow, blush, and highlighter. You cant go wrong with this product! I highly, highly recommend!

9. Nars eyeshadow: I like this combo palette; its really simple when I'm not actually wearing a full face of makeup {usually m-f at work}

10. Bobbi Brown Smudge-proof Mascara: The other non-negotiable. I have crazy long eye lashes {humble-brag alert!} and I always look like a hungover mess by the end of the work day with any other type of mascara. this is my saving grace. LOVE IT.

I didn't include links, because well...I'm lazy.