B I T S + P I E C E S

This is the longest I've ever been gone from the blog and I must admit it's been really weird. I've tried to find a balance, but if I'm honest, I'm still trying to figure it out. Full time job, grad school, marriage and ministry... doesn't leave too much time for downtime. This last month has been busy, but fun! Here's a few peeks at what you missed and now we get to play catch up! I already have a few posts lined up. It's good to be back. Thanks for sticking with me!

xo. mel

S A L E :: mexican blankets

Alright friends! I have a few Mexican Blankets back in stock and they need new homes!

These beautiful, thick Mexican falsa blankets are the perfect accent to any home. They're perfect for days at the beach, picnics in the park, or keeping cozy on the couch!

Each blanket measures approx. 4ft x 7ft. Machine Washable. Weights 2.3 to 2.6 lbs. Durable and gets softer with each wash. Each blanket includes a list of care instructions. Patterns and stitching may vary, because blankets are hand made. 

I'll be selling each blanket via instagram and there's only one blanket in each color. Each blanket is $30 and that includes shipping. Here's how it works - checkout my instagram (@pienthesky) this weekend  - I'll be posting each blanket individually - if you want it, leave your paypal email in the comments section of the photo. It'll go to the first person to comment with their email. Easy enough!

xo. melisa

W E A R :: white balance

 details :: dress / urban outfitters, sandals / target

Simple is always my favorite. It started to warm up, so I did some Spring cleaning this weekend and took out all of my sundresses! I'm loving the warmer weather and longer walks with Gretch.

In case you haven't noticed, it's been a bit quiet over here lately. I actually started Grad School yesterday! It was an exciting decision and I can't wait to start working on assignments. I know the workload will be pretty tough to balance, but I'm certain this is the season God wants me in and it's definitely going to be worth it. I plan to get my degree in Early Childhood Education and I can't wait to be a Kindergarten Teacher! I hope to share a post soon on what led me to this new direction in life - it was a pretty exciting journey.

Sometimes you don't always end up where you thought you'd be, but the circumstances that lead you there are far too wonderful to deny, that this is exactly where God wants you.

xo. melisa

T I P S + A D V I C E :: thirty ways to a better a day

Sure, we all have bad days but we do ourselves a disservice when we allow the bad days to get the best of us. Giving in to a bad day is simply a waste of precious hours you could be using to do something incredible. So, in order to battle the bad days, here's a list of thirty ways to have a better day.

Call up an old friend

Pet a dog

Read a magazine

Eat some chocolate

Go for a run

Light a candle

Say hi to a stranger

Twirl in your dress

Write something down with a permanent marker

Open up your bible

Disconnect

Think of your best day

Turn on your favorite song

Go to Target. Walk around. Breathe.

Give someone a hug

Write down five things you're good at

Give someone a compliment

Watch this video

Drink some chai

Take a selfie

Paint your nails

Take a bath

Buy an unneeded beauty item

Talk

Go to a yoga class

High-five a friend

Dream of a perfect day

Learn a new joke

Roll your windows down and dance while driving

Smile

I know life can get hard. I understand that sometimes it's easier to call it a day and shut the door and wait for tomorrow. I know that life is worth the struggle though. So in the midst of the bad days and terrible moments, take a step back and try to make it better. If for no other reason than your sanity. You can do it! Here's to a better day!

xo. melisa

DAILY GRETCHEN

This little lady makes every day better. I'm so happy she's in our life. This is a new series I'll be starting where I can (over)share photos of Gretchen. You can also follow her daily happenings by following #dailygretchen on Instagram and Twitter! I just can't get enough of her!

 

 

xo. melisa

M A K E :: fabric frames

I've made it a point this year to print out more photos. With everything being digital these days, I sometimes forget to make a hard copy, or even to display our photos in our home. I've been thinking up a few ways to display our photos and these fun frames are one them!

S U P P L I E S :: fabric, wooden frame, mod podge, scissors, pen 

1) Choose your fabric and lay it out. place your frame face down and grab your pen. trace the shape of your frame onto your fabric; both the inside and along the outside.

 2) Using your scissors, cut out the shape of your frame on your fabric. try and stay as close to the line as possible, as the shape will need to be pretty precise.

 

3) Grab your Mod Podge and spread a thin layer across the top of your frame. it may dry quickly, so feel free to add a second layer. when you've evenly spread your Mod Podge, place your fabric on top of your frame and press firmly. you may notice a few wrinkles, but those can be "pushed out" by simply running your finger across the fabric from end to end. let dry for 15mins.

 

I love the way these came out and it cost me less than $5 to make all three! There are so many fabrics to choose from and different ways to customize. Have fun with it!

xo. mel

W E A R :: spring ahead

details :: dress/free people, sweater/anthropologie, boots/target, socks/h&m, purse/fossil

Happy Monday friends! I feel like there's a hundred things going on in the next few days and I couldn't me more excited! Here's a rundown of what's been going on...

If you follow me on Instagram then you saw that I got to meet some pretty fab ladies, miss Essie and Fleur De Force. They were just the sweetest!

This next Sunday is the end of our There's More giving campaign and I get to announce some pretty exciting news for those who have been praying for us on this journey!

I'm loving my new job. It's everything I wanted it to be and I feel so blessed to have it!

Gretchen is still as cute as ever.

We have a huge student outreach event this Wednesday so we're going full force!

I ordered this lamp for my office and I'm checking the mail everyday for it to get here.

I just announced the Deeply Rooted Giveaway winner down below!!

I love you guys and I feel so lucky to have such wonderful readers. hooray! 

Here's to a sweet week!

xo. mel