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  • Style,  Weekday Wardrobe

    Weekday Wardrobe #12: Mellow Yellow

    November 9, 2022 /

    Weekday Wardrobe #12 where I talk about my love for wearing bright colors like this yellow for Fall and my undying love for skinny jeans!

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    Weekday Wardrobe #11: Fall Sweater

    October 26, 2022 /

    My Weekday Wardrobe posts are back! This outfit is perfect for sweata weatha! Photos were shot by my friend Brook at a local park near her home!

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  • Style,  Weekday Wardrobe

    Weekday Wardrobe #9

    January 24, 2022 /

    How fun is this dress! This is a Target find that I purchased in late fall. I love the beautiful burnt orange color and the polka dots make it so much fun to wear! This isn’t a typical outfit you’ll find me in this time of year but I love this dress and I felt compelled to style it! Also, who doesn’t love a dress with pockets?! Dress: Target Booties: Torrid Headband: Forever 21 Necklace: Cookie Lee…I think, it’s super old

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  • Style,  Weekday Wardrobe

    Weekday Wardrobe #8

    January 10, 2022 /

    I LOVE sweater weather. It’s likely not a surprise to you now that my uniform in the Fall, Winter, and early Spring is a sweater and jeans and when I saw this sweater at Target in this warm color I had to have it! It keeps me warm and looking cute on these cold dark days. In order to mix things up I added this button-up I purchased from Torrid in late Summer and it adds that little something extra! Button Up: Torrid (Similar) Sweater: Target Jeans: Torrid Booties: Torrid

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    Weekday Wardrobe #7

    August 16, 2021 /

    When I saw this adorable Schitts Creek shirt on Etsy, I knew I had to have it! There is nothing I love more than a white t-shirt and one that combines that love with my obsession with all things Schitts Creek is something that needs to be added to my wardrobe like yesterday. I like to keep my outfits simple during the summer so pairing this new t-shirt with my ripped shorts and new sandals is probably what you’ll find me in most days! It’s simple but the t-shirt makes it fun! OUTFIT DETAILS: T-shirt: Etsy (here) Shorts: Torrid (old – similar here) Sandals: Torrid (here) Sunglasses: Faux Ray Bans…

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    Weekday Wardrobe #6

    June 28, 2021 /

    What a heatwave!! If you’re not in the Pacific Northwest right now, I envy you. I am currently sweating at my desk while the temperature outside is currently 109 degrees very unheard of in western Washington. I also want to acknowledge the fact that I haven’t posted in quite a while but it’s for a good reason. I am still trying to figure out blog, work, business, personal time balance and once I do, I hope I will be making regular posting a thing. This is the first spring/summery outfit I have posted on this blog and I am LOVING it! I bought these shorts for our honeymoon in Bali…

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  • Style,  Weekday Wardrobe

    Weekday Wardrobe #5

    January 13, 2021 /

    I took a break from weekday wardrobe posts last month but I got my haircut and color touched up last weekend and I had to take a cute outfit photo with the cute refreshed hair! Over the last few years I have started to love button up shirts more and more. The are a little less casual than t-shirts but you can dress them up or down easily. This shirt is from Old Navy and I love the olive color. My skin has so redness to it but I feel like the olive color still goes well. I’ve paired it with my favorite Old Navy jeans and these cute cheetah…

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    Weekday Wardrobe #4

    November 18, 2020 /

    It was quite the PNW photo session for this weekday wardrobe. I wouldn’t let the rain stop me though and my husband was a good sport about it! This outfit is comprised of all old pieces that I have had in my wardrobe for quite some time and I love the way this look turned out! It brings some sunshine to a rainy PNW day! Polka dot top: Old Navy (old) Sweater: Target (old) Jeans: Old Navy (old) Booties: TJ Maxx (old)

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  • Style,  Weekday Wardrobe

    Weekday Wardrobe #3

    October 21, 2020 /

    I really love this outfit! For the October weekly wardrobe I wanted something work appropriate but inspired by spooky season! I decided to go with an all black ensemble with the white polka dot accents and my favorite blingy earrings that were a gift from my previous job! Here are the details! Shirt: Old Navy (old) Skirt: Torrid Booties: Old Navy (similar) Earrings: Gift from my old job (similar)

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    Weekday Wardrobe #2

    September 16, 2020 /

    It’s the tail end of summer and I will be honest, I find this time of year very difficult to dress in terms of transitioning. I love the bright colors of summer clothes but sometimes I am really just ready to throw on my cozy sweaters that I live in for the whole of late fall and all of winter. This is just a really simple outfit for work that is comfortable but a little more put together. I love the color of this top and the peplum shape is really flattering. I always pair this one with a pair of darker wash jeans because for me they make the…

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POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one f POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one festive outfit at a time 🎄
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My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Che My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Check out what we've been up to and what I'm enjoying at the moment! www.learningtobloom.com 
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Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… bu Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… but honestly, the little moments are the ones that make the biggest difference. ✨💛

I put together 7 simple self-care ideas you can do in under 10 minutes — things I use on busy days when I still want to show up for myself. Think quick resets, tiny pockets of calm, and small habits that help you feel human again.
It’s your reminder that caring for yourself doesn’t have to take all day — just a few intentional minutes. 🌿
Read the full list on the blog! ⬆️
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I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the c I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the cozy textures, the warm tones...I love it all! Head on over to www.learningtobloom.com to check out the details from this week of Fall Outfits! 🍁🍂
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Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that m Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that my dad used to take him to forage for chantrelle mushrooms. It was a beautiful Fall day and we were able to get a glut of mushrooms! It was so peaceful out there and I could tell why my dad liked to go out there.

I loved getting out into the woods and spending time with Jake. It helped calm some of the anxiety I've been feeling.

**Warning** My dad taught Jake how to find the chantrelle mushrooms but also always taught me what to look for when foraging for them. Forage at your own risk. Its always best to go out with someone who knows what they're doing and knows what to look for. Only forage what you are 100% sure of!***
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is l HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!

Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is live!!

What a month it's been! Check out my final post for #blogtober over at www.learningtobloom.com 🎃🕸🕷👻🦇🧙‍♀️
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Day 30 of #blogtober2025 Earlier this year I att Day 30 of #blogtober2025 

Earlier this year I attempted learning how to make sourdough and while I haven't been whipping up the best sourdough loaves, I have been utilizing the discard for all sort of delicious recipes like this Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sourdough Granola! Check out the recipe over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 29 of #blogtober2025 The final spooky season Day 29 of #blogtober2025 

The final spooky season inspired outfit of the month is live! Check out the details of this outfit over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 28 of #blogtober2025 These cute little Jack- Day 28 of #blogtober2025 

These cute little Jack-O-Lantern stuffed peppers were a delicious addition to our dinner menu this month! Chexk out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 27 of #blogtober2025 Another last minute cos Day 27 of #blogtober2025 

Another last minute costume idea! Check out the details for my Where’s Waldo costume over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 26 of #blogtober2025 These homemade giant pe Day 26 of #blogtober2025 

These homemade giant peanut butter cups are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Check out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 25 of #blogtober2025 Another nod to Beetleju Day 25 of #blogtober2025 

Another nod to Beetlejuice! I also love how these leopard print pants seem to go with everything! Check out the outfit details over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 24 of #blogtober2025 Semi-homemade pizzas ar Day 24 of #blogtober2025 

Semi-homemade pizzas are the perfect quick weeknight meal and why not add creepy olive spiders or pepperoni eyeballs to make it more fun and festive?! Check out the details over at www.learningtobloom.com 🕷🕸👀
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Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live! Today's last mi Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live!

Today's last minute costume idea is an homage to my great grandpa and my dad who used to work in the forests of the PNW. My hat belonged to my dad who used to fight forest fires as well! Chexk out the details at www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 22 of #blogtober2025 Today I'm sharing our 2 Day 22 of #blogtober2025 

Today I'm sharing our 2025 Halloween decorations! Head over to www.learningtobloom.com to check them out!!!
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Day 21 of #Blogtober2025 is live!! These little m Day 21 of #Blogtober2025 is live!!

These little mummy lanterns are super cute and super easy to make! Check out this project over on www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 20 of #blogtober2025 Last year I created my Day 20 of #blogtober2025 

Last year I created my first giant spiderweb for the yard decorations and I knew it was a project that needed to be part of #blogtober ! So today, you can head on over to www.learningtobloom.com and check out how you can make your own giant spiderweb! 🧡🎃🕷🕸
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Day 19 of #blogtober2025 It's a pirates life for Day 19 of #blogtober2025 

It's a pirates life for me and its my first of 3 last minute costume ideas! Check out the details at www.learningtobloom.com today!
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Day 18 of #blogtober2025 I haven't made a fun Ha Day 18 of #blogtober2025 

I haven't made a fun Halloween sign in a few years and this one turned out so cute! Check out this project over on www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 17 of #blogtober2025 Loving this new Jack-O- Day 17 of #blogtober2025 

Loving this new Jack-O-Lantern sweater this year! Check out the outfit details today at www.learningtobloom.com!
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