Build Your Own Coffee Cart

As promised, I have built my coffee cart and have come to share the details with you! I spent time investing into quality pieces that would not break the bank. I was having difficulty copying links to Polyvore today due to technical errors, but a lot of these items I purchased on deep discount through Amazon Prime when they were on sale. 

I plan on doing a full series on all of my home updates as of late, but here is a start. You can view all of my home interior decor posts under my tab above. Follow me on Instagram to get details on home updates as soon as they happen over at @theduchess1317. 

Winsome Floating Island 

Lenox & Kate Spade Porcelain Mug

Lilly Pulitzer Hostess Tray

This was a gift from a friend but I found it here! 

K Cup Spinner

Lilly "Wild Confetti" Thermal Mug 

Wooden Sign 

Keurig K55

Tokidoki Unicorno Blind Box Decor

Peppermint bark candle, organic cocoa powder and tall candles were found at TJ Maxx. The bowls were vintage and gifted to me from my mom. 

I am so happy with how my quirky little morning paradise space turned out. 

XOXO, 

Coffee Cart Accessories

I just received everything I needed in the mail to assemble my at-home coffee cart. This will be the perfect addition to my kitchen area. It was a treat to myself after studying hard (with caffeine!) to receive a medical certification under my license. 

Once I have everything set up I will definitely be sharing it on the blog.
Until then, enjoy my favorite coffee cart accessories from my favorite designers which are a must. 

Lenox & Kate Spade Mug 

And did you know that Lilly Pulitzer starting making all of these fabulous bar cart accessories? I think some of them transition beautifully into coffee cart decor. I love that they are a step above a lucite or lacquer tray. These would also make a great bridal shower or birthday gift for the women who like to host in your life!  I love that there are two color options. The "Painted Palms" print is personally my favorite. 

Lilly Hostess Tray ( Both Prints Available )

And did anyone else get the Samsung Galaxy S8 released this week? I had a free upgrade and I am absolutely loving the new chic design!

XOXO,

Things I Am Loving Lately

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter with friends and family. 

We had the most perfect day. We started off with blueberry lemon muffins and church. We then went to Barnes and Noble to pick up a few puzzles (our new hobby together) and I also found a few new reads, including The Arrangement which I cannot put down and would recommend to anyone looking for an unpredictable book with dark humor and an honest depiction of real people and their very real problems. 

Purchase "The Arrangment" 

Later we took a trip to my parents and enjoyed Easter dinner, kite flying, minibiking, the movie Sing (which I loved every second of), and "Head Charades" (a new iPhone app which is a great family game). 

I wanted to share today some of the things I have been obsessing over lately. 

TJ Maxx has done it again...I found this very applicable night shirt for under $10 on the clearance rack. Summer is approaching and I get very hot at night but like the weight of covers on top of me. My solution? Nightshirts. (It is also worth mentioning for humor's sake that I have ruined all of my nice PJs, including those from Victoria's Secret and Liz Claiborne. Everything from bleach to fire has taken a toll on my favorite prints and patterns. I no longer am allowed the luxury of investing in nice pajama sets. 

I got on board the Starbucks "Unicorn Frauppacino" train and tried one. It was very strange, yet weirdly delicious. It is not something I would drink every day but it was worth trying. The tarte mango would taste great spiked on a vacation. 

Speaking of coffee, I am tired of spilling my hot caffeinated drinks on myself in my car by using my poor judgement and choosing to carry open coffee cups into the car. I love my new Lilly Pulitzer mug, and you can purchase it off the Paper Store with 10% off your first purchase. I actually bought mine off of Amazon Prime. They don't make this print anymore! I love that it is BPA free, though a pain to handwash it every time. 

Lilly Pulitzer "Confetti" Insulated Mug

One of my favorite blogs to read is April's "Smidge of This." It is actually listed in my favorite blogs list on the right. Her sister is the owner of Laura Cox designs, a fabulous Etsy shop with handmade necklaces. I am especially in love with her gold dipped oysters and hammered bead necklaces. They are beachy and fresh. I love Etsy and the thought of supporting small businesses, many of which are run by SAH moms. Shop Laura Cox designs here!  

I am on a bit of a spending freeze after buying my new coffee maker and bar cart as a reward for passing my CCRN exam. However, I would love to purchase one of these in the summer!

Lastly, everyone needs to try out my favorite new highlighters. I have been a die hard Too Faced makeup fan by entire life and almost all of my cosmetics are from this brand. Their quality and sustainability is unmatched. Their new Love Light highlighters from the Natural Love collection do not disappoint. They are light and icy. There is one for every skin tone, from dark to light. How many other makeup brands honestly make 3 different highlighters that universally cover every skin tone? I can't leave my house without them, even if I don't wear foundation. I get so many compliments on my "sunny glow." 

Too Faced Love Light Highlighter 

I would love to hear what you are all obsessing over lately!

XOXO,