Everyday Emily

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We bought a house!

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Okay this is kind of old news, but I hadn't really posted it on here, and we are in the thick of giving our first home a face lift. After searching for a week or so, we put an offer on a brick ranch built in 1970 that was in great condition, but it definitely needed some cosmetic work. We moved in at the beginning of December 2017, and we've taken our sweet time in making some of the changes over the past few months.

Neither of us are handy or particularly enjoy painting, but we've attempted to do our best through the process. I love a good deal, so I've had a lot of fun finding decor  on a budget. It's really brought out the thrifter in me, and I am perfectly okay with that. We also both find value in saving up for quality furniture that will last a while over buying something cheap that we will need to replace in a few years, so I suppose we have a good balance. Let's also just add that we're no Chip and Jo Jo, but we want our house to be cozy and comfortable, and a place that really feels like home!

These photos are from the Zillow listing on our house, so they do contain the previous owner's furniture and decor. How I was able to look past all of that floral wallpaper and dingy cream paint, I'm not really sure. BUT I am so glad we did!

Feast your eyes on all of this 70's wallpaper goodness as I give you a little tour through our home! We've already made so many changes, so it's fun to take a look back and see the progress we've made! We have no intentions to tear down any walls, or do any big projects such as replacing countertops or redoing bathrooms anytime in the near future, so I've loved the challenge of making them look their best without really spending a significant amount of money.

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I love a good brick ranch! I hope to paint the shutters to give it a bit more curb appeal, and do some new landscaping around the house. We have to focus on the inside first, but maybe someday! 

I loved the small porch on the front. I remember Kyle saying something to me about how I could decorate it the very first time we looked at the house, and I can't wait to do just that! 

Ahhh.... YIKES! We hope to potentially turn this into a living room/office. It's an upcoming project that we hope to tackle this summer! 


This is a current project of ours... That peach color? It's wallpaper that ain't goin' anywhere. I loved the wainscoting and I am excited to see the update of this room. I'm still debating reusing that vintage brass chandelier... What do you think?


You like the dingy cream paint? It was pretty much used on the entire house... We've already made a lot of updates to our kitchen and breakfast nook, and I will share the completed look once we finish!





This room sold us on the house. It's recessed, has wood beams, a huge brick fireplace, and it is the ultimate cozy den - perfect for movie night.



This is the master bedroom. If you can't tell, the walls, window trim, and baseboard were all the same color. We actually also had hardwoods underneath the carpet in all the bedrooms, so we tore up the carpet, and hope to one day stain the floors to match the rest of the house.

This is our guest room! It's a nice size to work with.

This is an extra room that we are currently using as an office! 

This bathroom is really big, but man, oh man. That wallpaper... I know you want to know where it's from so you can put it up in your house... but I don't want to share that secret - it's for your sake really. ;) 

This bathroom doesn't need a lot of stuff done to it, but some wallpaper removal, paint, and new blinds/lighting fixtures should do the trick.

This is our sunroom, and I love it! We need to replace some windows but it's such a nice addition on the house.

We have a nice big yard for our pup Ollie! 

I can't wait to add some charm to the patio. But first things first... 
I'd love for you to come back for more as I post updates on our projects and DIYs that we've finished so far!


Party Invitations with Basic Invite

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For as long as I can remember, I've loved stationary. I was the girl who bought oodles of notebooks, only to start writing on one of the pages, make a mistake, and never use that notebook again. My love for paper goods has developed since my journal addiction days, and now I can really appreciate a quality party invitation and a beautifully designed thank-you card.

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I thought the timing of today's post would be perfect since this month is graduation month for so many of you no doubt! Whether you're looking for some graduation party announcements or graduation thank you cards for all of those celebratory gifts you'll be receiving, Basic Invite is one of the best places to go for quality and customization. 

Let's cover all of the goodness of Basic Invite in a little run down, shall we?

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No. 1 - If you find an invitation or announcement and it's not in your party color scheme, it's no problem at all since they have almost unlimited color options with an instant preview! They also offer over 40 different colors of envelopes. It's always nice to have a variety of options to choose from allowing you to get exactly what you want.

No. 2 - I don't know about you, but I like to see what I'm getting before I order large quantities of something. Basic Invite offers custom samples, enabling you to see exactly what you're getting before you order!

No. 3 - They offer foil in gold, rose gold, and silver. Foil adds a classic and beautiful touch to formal invitations, and I know you will love Basic Invite's foil designs!

No. 4 - I love discounts, and right now, Basic Invite is offering a coupon code for 15% off! Head over to their website and use code 15FF51 before placing your order!

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From graduation party announcements to wedding invitations, if you have a paper good need, Basic Invite will meet it. Be sure to head on over to their website - I know you'll be browsing for hours! You can also find Basic Invite over on social @basicinvite!

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XOXO,

Emily




Simple Earrings | Studex


I've had my ears pierced since I was a little girl, but I'll be honest, I don't always wear earrings. My ears can tend to be a bit sensitive when I wear cheap-o jewelry, so earrings usually are not the accessory that I choose to dress up my look. My ears can get itchy or painful when I've worn a heavy or cheap earring throughout the day, but not all affordable earrings have to cause irritation... enter Studex earrings!

When I first heard about Studex, I was really excited to try them! They target customers who struggle with the negative side effects of cheap earrings but who don't want to drop a bunch of money on expensive earrings you'll most likely lose. 

I love how simple and beautiful these earrings are. The diamonds definitely do not look cheap or tacky, and they are perfect for everyday wear! These went into my ear so nicely, and I am thrilled to have found a quality pair of earrings that don't break the bank - something I'm all about! 

You can find Studex on Amazon here, and they are currently running an amazing giveaway that you can check out here



If you suffer the same ear irritation as I do, then definitely give Studex a try and let me know what you think! 


XOXO, 

Emily 



Pink Sneaks

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I feel like for the past year or two, athleisure has been all the rage. While I love a good pair of leggings, I'm not really athletic or sporty, so I feel a little odd embracing this trend on the regular. Call me crazy, but I've never really found your standard t-shirt all that comfortable, and I definitely have never been one to wear sneakers any time other than working out. This all changed when I found the perfect pair of pink sneakers.

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I. love. these. shoes. I love them for so many reasons. I love that I can wear them with a cute top for a more casual look, and my outfit still looks pulled together. I love that they are comfortable and light, and perfect for date night when I know we will be doing a lot of walking. There's nothing worse than going somewhere fun that requires a lot of walking and not being able to fully enjoy yourself because your feet hurt. Enter pink sneaks... or any sneaker for that matter. Since this trend has been going strong for a while now, there's a large variety of cute sneakers in shoe stores these days.

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I love pairing my New Balance FuelCore Coast v3 sneakers with a bell sleeve white top, some dark denim, my go-to green cargo vest, and my most sassy sunnies for a visit downtown. I love that this look isn't too casual, and it isn't too dressy. It's just right.

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everyday emily blog pink sneakers greenville fashion lifestyle beauty blogger

everyday emily blog pink sneakers greenville fashion lifestyle beauty blogger


everyday emily blog pink sneakers greenville fashion lifestyle beauty blogger



everyday emily blog pink sneakers greenville fashion lifestyle beauty blogger


everyday emily blog pink sneakers greenville fashion lifestyle beauty blogger

everyday emily blog pink sneakers greenville fashion lifestyle beauty blogger

Are you on board with the sneaker trend? How do you style yours?