Creative Spaces // Office Inspiration

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When we bought our house, a home office was either a life maker or a deal breaker. Luckily for us, THE house had an office space for me and a man cave for by hubby. So we were both happy. 

I have really "settled" into it. If you follow me on Instagram, you've seen the current conditions. They aren't pretty, OR functional for that matter. So I am very eager to clean, organize and create the inspiring office space I have always dreamed of. 

I have complied a few pieces of inspiration that just keep me swooning over here. Pretty much.. color, natural light, bright whites, inspiring prints, and a little Lilly inspiration is where my head is at. Which space above is your favorite? Do you have a Pinterest board for inspiring work spaces? I would love to see!! Send me a link!

Monday Mantra & A Freebie

"It's everybody's duty to give the world a reason to dance."-Kid President

If you could invite any human being to lunch who would it be?

Kid President is on my list, for sure.

I could watch Kid President videos all day. They bring so much joy, and with the occasional dance party, you can't help but to join along. This little kid is making such an impact in the world... good for him!

Along with so many other, great quotes and sayings, this one happens to be my favorite so far. It especially makes me appreciate my friends who dedicate their lives to serving others. It would hurt for me to have this type of mantra either! Right now, you will receive this 5x7 print FOR FREE with every Hazel Berry Paper purchase through this week! So hop on over the the shop and get to ordering! 

Happy Monday!

2014:My Books

If you read my last post, you know I am geared up and ready for a fresh start this year! With that comes new inspiration, new beginnings and a new outlook.

My book choices to begin my 2014 are compiled of some old, new and redos. Follow along with me this year as I begin this new chapter (pun totally intended), and make my way through words/plans/verses of inspiration.

Let's start at the top:

1 | The Day Designer by Whitney English
I've never met Whitney, (maybe someday!) but I know that someone who can create this type of tool for creative entruprenures, like myself, has a heart of gold. I began working in this last fall after receiving it with an Amber Housley Inspired Session. I have to say… it is amazing. It doesn't just help my plan my day's but it drags out all of my unspoken goals. You know, the ones deep down in your heart. It also is really pretty, and that never hurts. It continues to challenge me… really a planner?.. yes really!… and assist me in my productivity and personal journey.

2 | My NIV Bible
This was a gift from my momma when I was in high school. It's cute, pink and tiny, but full of so much love and truth. I hope to rustle those pages a little more this year.

3 | Love Does by Bob Goff
I can't tell you how long I have wanted to read this. I see quotes and posts about this book all the time, and it just fills me to the brim with joy every time. This year I am diving head first into it with an open heart and mind.

4 | Life Application Study Bible Devo
My bible study friends and I have been making our way through this devotional for quite some time. I love the short summaries and reference to scripture. We all agree that it is teaching us A LOT more than we anticipated, and we are loving that!

5 | You Are Already Amazing by Holley Gerth
As a follow up from "You Were Made for a God-Sized Dream", I started this book in October. Needless to say I haven't finished it. I keep setting it down and going back to it, but I am determined to finish it this year. If you have ever read a Holley Gerth book, you know how gifted she is. If not, then you darn right better! (is that even a phrase?)  Anyway, She is so encouraging and her perspective is one I hope to adopt through my experiences. Her "God-Sized Dream" book is a game changer! Check that one out too!

What are some of your favorite books of inspiration, or tools for the new year?

New Year Resolutions

2013 has been my most eventful year to date. So many things have happened!! It has been a year of goal setting, dream chasing, faith building, healing, forgiveness, and so much more. Although those things were often incredibly challenging, I am so grateful.

 I was thinking today about the story God gives us to tell. My story this year has contained a lot wonderful things that I've shared with you, but also a lot of hurt and pain that I have (for the most part) kept quiet. As I remember the difficult moments, I am remembering my state of surrender. At times it felt like failure, like I was giving up, but It happens to be nothing of the sort. My open, worn and broken heart has transformed and is more ready for God's love than it has ever been before. How amazing is it that God can turn the ugliest moments and the ugliest cries into beautiful moments of love, grace and redemption?! I am so blown away by that. I have "believed" in God all my life, but have never experienced this level of his love.  

This has changed my views on the "New Years resolution" completely. Usually I am listing off the typical : lose weight, save more money, eat better... Blah blah. Well in theory those are great goals to have and are positive and achievable. But this year is going to be about my core.  

Ever heard of KISS? Keep It Simple Stupid. 

This year I focus on two words. So my words for 2014 are LESS and MORE. 

Less stress, More prayer.

Less control, More faith.

Less stuff, More meaning.

Less greed, More thanks.

Less negativity, more love. 

... To name a few. 

What words will you focus on in 2014? What can I pray for you as you begin the new year?

Gift Wrapping

Let's get gifting, y'all! My favorite time of year is upon us! Besides all the holiday cheer, mass amounts of Starbucks, and twinkly lights, I LOVE the holidays because this season is the perfect excuse to let my love language go wild! I love gifts and gifting! Probably to the point that I find any excuse to buy unnecessary things for people. You know, like when your that special person in your life buys you random things at yard sales because there is a smidgen of a chance you may want it or be able to use it some day. 

Truth be told, that's never really happened to me...except when my mother-in-law bought us a wedding gift at a yard sale, refinished it, and gave it to us last year for Christmas. Y'all it ended up being the epitome of my wine rack dreams. Like World Market, Pier One, rustic glory. She did an amazing job. 

But anyway, you get the point. This year I am challenging my self with less. Less stuff, more love. Less junk, more meaning. So along with that mantra, I also want it to capitalize on something else I am passionate about. 

Pretty packaging!! 

I will say that bursting open a present, wrapped in cheap paper with nothing but a sticky bow, has its perks. It's fun, messy, and swimming in the sea of torn paper always seems to bring so much joy! But I want to give my gift wrap just a little extra love and attention this year. 

I came across these ideas to spruce up you gifts by using all sorts of fun things around you house! So let's take a look-y shall we?

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I love the idea of just adding a touch of greenery to each of your gifts. It's free, pretty, and can be thrown away with out cringing because you spent moo-lah on it. We have some really pretty bushes outside our house that would look so lovely on our gifts! I am excited to use this idea.

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How fun is this!? Using a photo as a gift tag is genius! You could use a holiday themed photo, or maybe its a snap shot of you and the friend receiving the gift! Endless possibilities. 

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Ok, cupcakes are my favorite. Any time I see cute cupcake liners I always snatch them because we all need cute cupcakes in our life! I love that this idea uses cupcake liners and cute a circle out of fun paper, drew an initial, and added some side ribbons. I love tagging presents with initials. Winning Idea!

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There is a soft spot in my heart for plaid and flannel, and this bow is such a cute addition to a gift! I know I have a ton of loose fabric from leftover projects, but even if you don't, what about an old t-shirt you don't wear anymore? 

What are some ways you plan to dress up your gifts this year?? I would love to see! Tag us on Instagram and hashtag #HBPGifts so we can see!

Well, hello there.

It's Friday. Finally. Can I get an amen?! 

I don't have a High Five for Friday post this week, but I do have a few pictures that are certainly going to make your eyes happy. 

There is something so sweet about bright whites, pretty paper, fresh blooms, and gals getting along that makes me wanna do a heel click. I am off to spend a weekend getaway with my hunky husband and some great friends. 

On that note... Enjoy. 

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Monday Mantra

Via Hazel Berry Paper

Whatever is a struggle to get through today, lets just say a prayer of grace. 

The type of grace to refines us, and the strength to let it.

Be fierce today! Happy Monday!