Ariel and Alder

Adult overalls y'all, they are totally a thing and are back for the summer. Last week a lightning bolt of need struck me and I instantly felt compelled to run to the nearest thrift store in search of a great pair of overalls. Well apparently I wasn't the only one in search of them because every single Goodwill I went to was 100% sold out. What, since when is the thrift store ever sold out of a traditionally "ugly" or "taboo" item. Just my luck I guess.

Lucky for me Old Navy thinks they are cute and sells them at a bargain.

Overalls were something I loved as a kid, easy to run around in and totally "personalize-able" if thats even a word. I used to cover mine in thread, patches, and oodles of Disney pins. Which brings me back to another revived 90's trend I'm really digging this season, enamel pins and flair.

Etsy is a great place to start building your collection if you aren't familiar with pin collecting/displaying!

"Flair" Examples:

Record Player Pin/ David Bowie Pin/ Good Vibes Only Pin/ Mermaid Pin

Obviously being the Disney pin hoarder (aficionado?) that I am I have been taking a note from Disney Style and wearing mine according to color and character. I grouped all my Aristocats pins (from 1999!!) when we shot these photos.

Outfit Details: Turtleneck/ Overalls/ Vintage Aristocat Pins/ Watch (c/o)/ Sneakers

~~Wearing~~ rocking these overalls all day, every day.

xo,
Natalie

Im in that stage of winter where I am 100% over it. Done, finished, 50 shades of no thank you.

Lucky for me, I have just enough neutrals to carry me over till the bright spring/summer hues arrive. If you are a color junkie like I am, this is a rare feat! I am so attracted to anything thats bright colorful or patterned that I often forget to snag neutrals and basics when shopping.

This scarf that I am wearing is one of my all time favorite neutral pieces. When Cameron gave it to me for Christmas I said "this scarf makes me want to throw out all my other ones and just have this one!!" Its seriously the softest, coziest, and goes with everything so why would I need any others!?

Cam cautioned me not to throw all my scarves out on impulse, a suggestion that I later appreciated but seriously if you have to commit to just one this one is the one to commit to.

Two recent obsessions: This tunic that I picked up for a grand total of ten dollars, and these tried and true sunnies that are so well loved its starting to show. I wear them year long and would recommend 'em in a heartbeat to anyone investing in their first designer pair!

See them with other outfits here and here

Jack Frost, go away. After the holidays I am d-o-n-e with you.

Outfit Details: Striped Tunic (on sale!)/ Oversized Scarf/ Green Pants/ Booties (similar linked)/ Watch (c/o)/ Burnt Red Cardigan/ Sunglasses

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xo,
Natalie

Perler beads were what started my addiction to create and craft. In kindergarten I used to make dozens of patterns with these little plastic beads and turn them into coasters for my dads office. The craft itself is simple and easy, but the possibilities are endless. When my nephews picked up interest in Perler beads this summer, I took advantage of this newfound interest and made some cute little Disney and Pixar magnets. They are easy, cheap, and totally adorable.

We keep ours on the office whiteboard and they are great for holding receipts!

All you need is:

-Magnets

-Iron

-Hot Glue Gun

-Perler Beads (just buy the assorted pack!)

-Rectangular perler bead board.

So that you can try your hand without worrying about pattern creation (which gets easier with practice, trust me!) I have included two templates in the bottom of the post.

Once you master the layout it becomes pretty easy too look at a pattern and replicate or alter.

Here are some other pattern/shape ideas to try:

Poison Apple/ Beauty and The Beast Set/ Lion King Symbol/ Finding Nemo Set/ Princess Coasters/ Tsum Tsum Keychains/ Mickey Mouse/ Mickey Mouse Nightlight/ Framed Sleeping Beauty Art

Zazu and Toy Story Alien templates are listed below!

If you decide to try them I would love to see your creations! Tweet me (@arielandalder) or tag me on Instagram (@natalievmurphy) if you decide to show off the final product! :)

Headed to the park soon? Be sure to check this out!

xo,

Natalie

I am obsessed with florals, so valentines day is definitely one of my favorites. I pick up usual weekday flowers from the local farmers market and the grocery store (Trader Joes, where else!), but v-day steps it up a notch and the blends are always gorgeous.

Since my "Wonderland" board is my favorite and the my popular on Pinterest, I thought I would share this years bundle. The reds mixed with purples isn't something I would have ever put together, but I love how it looks with the green and white mixed in! Not too spring-y with some holiday red mixed in.

I love them, they are the center of the kitchen right now! Thanks Cam!

xo,

Natalie

I get so caught up in the fall and then the holidays that I forget just how much I love February, it always sneaks up on me every year. The extra pink and red always remind me of days spent in a classroom slaving away over detailed valentines for all my classmates. Valentines Day has always been one of my favorites, and I try my best to celebrate the love of everyone involved in my life.

It always cracks me up when someone resents this holiday because they are currently romantically single, because usually they have tons of people around who love them. Parents, siblings, friends, and even perfect strangers all often merit a thoughtful Valentine. Just my way of thinking.

The cutest mini acorn necklace!

What to wear in February always depends on the occasion, but for me its always filled with chilly days spent in casual wear. By the time Valentines Day rolls around I'm usually so over dresses because of one too many christmas parties. This year (and last year!) I went for something casual and comfortable.

Anthropologie is always my go to for unique scarves and this light fluffy pink one did not disappoint. I spotted it during the holidays but was preoccupied with gathering gifts for other people that I passed on picking it up. Now its on sale and I am so glad that I snagged it! Perfect for this time of year!