Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Christmas Wishes

For the first time EVER, I have completed most of my Christmas shopping ahead of time! In the past, I have always put it off to then last minute and then had to run to the mall on Christmas Eve looking for affordable goodies. This year, I have a husband to care for and real financial responsibilities, so I gave us a strict budget, made a list, and bought things during Black Friday and Cyber Monday to get the best deals. And I'm so glad I did, planning ahead and shopping around allowed me to get everyone an awesome gift for a great price! I'm working on a few Christmas gift guides (the clock is ticking I know!), but first, here are some things I'm wishing for on Christmas morning!



Canon EOS Rebel SL1 Digital SLR Camera
I've wanted a DSLR camera since, like, FOREVER. Now that I'm a functional adult and attempting so many crafty house projects, I figured that this was the year to bite the bullet and go for it! I'm asking my sweet parents for it and I'm totally an amateur, so I looked among some of the more budget friendly cameras rather than the newest models out there. The Canon SL1 won for several reasons:
  • It's a Canon, which I am more familiar with than any other brand, so it will be easier for me to learn how to use it
  • It's the SMALLEST DSLR out there, which is muy bueno considering I want to take this baby with me for our future travels
  • It is originally around $700, which is a pretty great price to begin with, but was recently on sale on Amazon for $531! WHAT?! Those savings are crazy (and I really hope my parents took advantage)!
  • Lastly, I found an adorable leather case on Amazon that fits it perfectly (kind of kidding on this one, but the case was pretty persuasive)

First, I just learned what "pave" is and now I that I know, I can fully appreciate how adorable this ring is. I fist saw it featured on this beautiful styled shoot by Grey Likes Weddings and fell in love with how dainty and feminine it is. For only $48, this would be a great gift from the hubs.


I was introduced to Everlane about a year ago when A Cup of Jo talked about their super luxurious shirts, and when I discovered their bags, I was hooked! For $95, this stylish duffle bag would be great for taking to the gym or for short trips.



Target Faux Fur Throw
I've been dying to replace my random collection of blankets (some of which I've had since high school) with some luscious and stylish faux fur throws. These beauties would look great folded up in my woven blanket basket, draped over the couch, curved under the Christmas tree as a skirt, and, of course, would be so nice to wrap around yourself out by the fire pit. I want one of these Target babies (only $24.99) in every color!


Cambridge Leather "Batchel"
I've been in need of a new computer bag ever since my sweet sister took my leather backpack with her to college. This beautiful Cambridge "Batchel" is the perfect bag/satchel combo and has a handle, which is necessary since I am pulling my computer in and out of the car so often. I wouldn't even mind lugging my bulky/hideous work computer around if I got to hide it in this! The "Batchel" is $205 and comes in plenty of colors and the option to be monogrammed (for those cute preppy souls).



Threshold Fox Figural
As my blog's name implies, I'm quite obsessed with these furry red creatures. For my birthday, I even got fox stud earrings from Anthropologie. Target has everything fox you might ever need. Seriously. And for less than $10, this baby belongs on my bookshelf. Ring-a-ding-ding.

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