Travel bug.

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We know it's Summer and the last thing that we should be thinking about is getting away to a warmer destination, but once you've travelled, it's hard not to think about it all of the time. Lucky for us we just booked another trip back to Asia for October! I know some of you will be rolling your eyes at the fact that we're going back...again. We do realize how incredibly lucky we are to get to go somewhere as incredible as Thailand twice a year for work (and a bit of a holiday) but as fun as those trips are, they are still extremely hard work, and we do make a few sacrifices, mostly financially in order to be able to go. We just figure that now is the time to do this, we are still young, we are married so sometimes our husbands can come along for the ride, and most importantly we don't have any kids yet. We know that things will change in the next few years, so for now we are not feeling guilty one bit! We work our butts off year round in order to be able to go, so we're going to enjoy every. possible. second.

Since being out of high school, travel has always been one of our very top priorities - to get out there and see the world and meet new people and experience new things. There is nothing quite like sticking your toes in the ocean for the first time, or whizzing past an old village on the back of a motorbike and smelling the hot chillies in the air; or eating a bowl of something spicy and mysterious while sitting on a tiny red plastic chair made for a child. We leave in just over 10 weeks and we can hardly wait!
Have you guys been anywhere amazing lately? We would love to hear about your favorite place you've been!

One of my favorite things about getting away is to find the nearest hammock and a good book, and swing the day away. This photo looks pretty ideal! Original source - Style Files.

I have wanted to go to Italy since I was in high school and one of these years I'm going to make it there!
Until then, I'll just drool over beautiful photos like this one. Original source here.

How pretty are the buildings in Greece?

A swing over the ocean? Yes please! (original source unknown)

Bondi Beach! (I've actually been here and it's as incredible as it looks in the photo!)

Photo via Style Me Pretty. Photo by The Loved Ones

Design idea: Retro wallpaper.

Since we moved, I thought it would be fun to try out some new decorating ideas in our new house. I recently posted the above photo of some 1960's wallpaper I had put up on one wall in my bedroom and many of you inquired about where I found wallpaper that was in such good condition, so I thought I would share a few options with you today. Unfortunately, the wallpaper I purchased from this Etsy shop has since sold out (sorry guys!) but not to worry because there are still many cute retro wallpapers available on Etsy.

It is also important to remember that when working with wallpapers that are 40-50 years old that their adhesive is probably a little bit worse for the wear. When I put up my wallpaper (with the help and advice from my lovely dad) I used an adhesive called Metylan Wallpaper Paste and it worked like a dream! Just be sure you take extra care to insure that your pattern lines up properly, then you're golden.

I also only did the one feature wall in my bedroom to act as kind of a focal point for the headboard of my bed. I am really pleased with how it turned out, and I definitely think that less is more when it comes to bright bold prints (ie: one focal wall is better than an entire room devoted to that print.) I made sure to keep my bedding and curtains neutral and am really happy with the overall look!

Here are some more cute wallpapers from the 1960's & 70's that are still currently available that I think would make a great addition to your vintage homes, should you be so daring to try:
(click the numbers at the bottom to go to the shops)

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It really does make a space more cozy and inviting! I absolutely love spending time in here.

Happy wallpapering friends! 

XO, Stef

Country charm.

 There is something so simple but so beautiful about wood in a home, and in this case - the kitchen. With white washed floors, beautiful exposed brick and fun tiles or wallpaper you can really play up the rustic charm of plain old wood. Here are some of our favorite kitchens at the moment.

From the white washed floors, to that wallpaper and the raw wood cabinets, this little cottage is picture perfect!

I just want to spend days baking in this kitchen!

Graham & Co makes simple look so so good.

Such a pretty kitchen! The yellow fridge is so perfect with the white and the wood.

This is my absolute DREAM kitchen! All of that exposed brick and those perfect wooden shelves? The two photos above are both at Hally's Cafe in London and I can't stop staring at them! Photos found here.

Weekend ready.

Hey guys! It's the weekend! Woo! Party time!

This is what a photoshoot inside Diane von Furstenberg's personal closet looks like. Whoa. So good.

Isn't this heirloom tomato frittata the most beautiful dish you have ever seen? Wow.

There is something so relaxing and tranquil about this.

Would love to be enjoying an ocean view right about now.

Truth.

I love figs and I love thyme, so this could quite possibly be my perfect summer cocktail. You can find the full recipe here. Cheers! Hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

XO

My trip to the mountains.

This past weekend my husband and I were lucky enough to drive out West with my parents to Canmore, Alberta. We went out there for my cousin's wedding and almost my entire Reimer family trickled in on Friday and the rest came on Saturday. It was so amazing to be together with my whole family in such a magnificent setting. I hadn't been to the Canadian Rockies in 10 years and I had forgotten how breathtaking they are! I might be going back in October for another wedding on Derek's side of the family and I can hardly wait!

The 15 hour drive out went by pretty quickly, and I couldn't help but snap a couple of photos of old (or funny) motels along the way.

Stopping in small towns for greasy breakfasts is always a highlight. How fun is this table top?

Pretty sunrise on the Canadian Rockies. We made it!

A couple of bottles of wine (and fireball) were consumed on this trip, and this was one of my favorites! I'm such a sucker for cute labels.

This was the view from our balcony...not too shabby hey? On the right you can see two of the three sister mountains.

My sister, the wanderer. I took this on a hike one beautiful morning. There's nothing quite like the smell of fresh mountain air!

My parents were incredibly generous with us kids on the trip so we whipped up a bbq feast in our hotel to say thanks. The hotel we stayed at was picture perfect and had a porch with a bbq as well as a full kitchen in our suite. 

Before we knew it, it was time for the wedding! Meet my cousin Maiya papaya- she is the cutest and sassiest 4 year old on the block and I love this girl to bits. My sister made her floral crown upon request after our hike where we picked all of the flowers.

*Photo by my cousin Ziggy*

They did it! Congratulations Bill & Meagan!

We ate, we drank and we danced.

After 3 hours of sleep the night after the wedding, my dad and Derek and I hopped back in the car and started the long journey through the prairies home. No road trip is complete without a stop at Syl's Drive In, in Carman, MB. 

All in all, a little mountain fresh air was just what I needed. It was such an amazing trip spent with my crazy family and I'm so lucky that I could sneak away from work for it.

xo, Erin

Hello July lovelies!

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What a bold fun summer dress! Love the bright yellow!

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Whoa. Absolutely in love with the color combo on this 70's color block sheath dress.

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That collar and that print. So good! 

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1970'S T-Strap Mary Janes! Be still my heart!

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This stunning baby blue 1950's cocktail dress would be so fun to wear for a fancy night on the town!

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Polka dots and a bow collar? Yes please!

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It's cropped top weather and these two cuties would be the perfect additions to our summer wardrobes!

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How incredible is this vintage trailer turned mobile craft shop? Totally adorable.

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These vintage remixed skirts made of upcycled materials are too cute.

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We are both total suckers for spaghetti glass and this lamp is amazing! Bonus - it's on sale!

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Gah! These incredible vintage spice shakers would look so great in my new kitchen! Hmm....

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This glamorous vintage-loving gal has many fun posts on her blog and one of our favorites is titled: I Am Not Dita Von Teese. Definitely worth checking out!

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This peach 1950's ombre wedding dress is a total work for art! So breathtaking!

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This 1960's inspired dress was handmade by Emily G! What a talented lady.

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This wide oversized collar is incredible!

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What a pretty floral sundress. So darling!

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The perfect blouse for fall.

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We absolutely love this blog post about The Roundup of the Cutest Summer Nails. I think our favorites would have to be the scalloped ones (of course!)

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