Is anyone else completely annoyed at the tissue box industry for not jumping on board with modern & attractive packaging?

I mean, they’re getting better, but a bright blue and lime green chevron pattern (though I love chevron) still sticks out in my home like a sore thumb! And, I made the mistake of buying those new pretty packaged tissues and since I’ve been sick they’ve left me looking like I could lead Santa’s sleigh. I’ve decided I just need to break down and buy a tissue box cover to house my very favorite tissues. I’ve got four new tissue boxes in the running above! But, until the tissue industry realizes the subtlety of modern design, I will continue to be thoroughly annoyed!

1. Grass Roots Modern | 2. Molla Space Paper Pot | 3. Pfeifer Studio Ebony Tissue Box | 4. Vessel Toro Tissue Ring

And, don’t mind me, I’m just grumpy because I’m sick (and because my house is full of ugly half-empty tissue boxes)! I’ll be back to my glowing & chipper self in no time…

Since I announced my interior design firm Pulp Design Studios last week, it’s been a whirlwind of excitement! I am so thrilled to have such incredible support in all of you. And, let me tell you… the ideas are flowing!

Next week will be our first week blogging on the PULP Culture Blog. Head over and subscribe so you can be in the loop! It’s going to be all home focused…  We’ll be sharing interior design trends and tips. Plus, we’re also bringing in experts to share home living tips & how-tos! All exciting things…  Go subscribe now!

My sweet little Maxton has been sick all week with pneumonia! We’re having to give him breathing treatments every 4 hours and it’s heart-breaking. This is his first time being really sick and it’s awful! I miss my happy baby.

Speaking of breathing treatments, did you know that every year for the past 5 years I have raised funds to find a cure for cystic fibrosis?? Well, this year is no different… If you want to support my efforts, please visit my fundraising page to learn more!

Since our anniversary plans were thwarted by a sick baby, the highlight of my week was quite possibly my very first crock pot meal ever! BBQ short ribs… I am now obsessed! Anyone have any delicious crock pot recipes?? Looking for a good one for this weekend.

What’s the state of your closet?  Mine was in need of a shape-up come January 1st and I used it as an opportunity to edit, organize and of course re-stock the essentials.

I love being able to see all of my items organized and viewable.  Makes getting dressed that much easier and inspirational!  A few things I think no girl should be without in her closet:

Upgrade your hangers to wood – your clothes will thank you; A reliable cobbler or DIY shoe shine kit; Jewelry storage to keep your pretties within view; Grown up handbag storage – we both know you spend enough on them to properly store them!; Canvas storage bins for all your extras;  Drawer bins for your unmentionables; Shoe Storage – another investment worth storing nice and neat. 

Well, now that I’m self-employed (and loving it!)… I’m totally bringing home the bacon!! But, one of the whole reasons that I took this path is so that I could have the best of both worlds:

Creative entrepreneur & devoted mother and wife.

I took my step towards elevating my domestic godess status by dedicating my Sunday to making my very first crock pot meal!! And, I have to say, it felt good! So, I’m working my way into the kitchen slowly but surely. And, let me tell you, I could use a little help.

That’s where Sweet Fine Day comes into play! I must have this kitchen conversion tea towel. And, not because I like pretty things. It’s for everyone’s well being… under this roof anyways!

Ashley at A Hasty Life has organized a pretty fantastic blog crawl!! I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty darn nosy… So, It’s In The Bag makes for a perfect blog crawl because I get to peek into the contents of my favorite blogger’s handbags!

1. My purse is from H&M and I love it! I think I got it for $20 and it’s the perfect size and color.

2. My accessories: I keep my Target aviators (they’re men’s so they can fit my giant melon!) and my Theory fingerless gloves tossed in my bag. 

3. I use a business card holder from Nest to keep all of my credit cards in, instead of a wallet.

4. My favorite red hots from Nest. They’re super addictive! 

5. I always keep my Susan Posnick Cosmetics COLORFLO mineral foundation in my purse. It’s completely natural, full of SPF, and so easy to travel with. It’s makes for a perfect mid-day touch up… and the coverage is amazing! 

6. Interior designer here! I always keep my black leather Edelman measuring tape at my fingertips!

7. Me and my iPhone 4 are attached at the hip. Need I say more?

8. My friend Lauren (aka DJ Lacy) got me this super cool journal for my birthday! I use it to keep to-do lists and jot down blogging ideas. It’s the perfect size for my bag!

9. Well, what business owner doesn’t carry around their calling cards! I love my Pulp Design Studios cards from moo.com. They’re amazing quality and incredibly affordable!

10. Lauren from Aspiring Kennedy gave me this Bigelow lip gloss at a Twilight party I hosted… She told us it tastes like kissing Edward. So, everytime I put it on I think about Edward… and Lauren. A bit creepy, I know. 

11. I always seem to snag my husband‘s cameras for my purse! He hates that I steal it, but it never fails that he needs it when we’re out and about… You’re welcome, honey.