5 Things I’m Loving, April 2022

Can you believe April is already here? It seems like just yesterday we were decorating for the holidays. We have had a nice Winter/Spring in Arizona. Finally, baseball is back and we have been able to enjoy a few games. Friends from home came to visit and we enjoyed showing them a few of our favorite places to visit in AZ. I have a friend arriving today for a few days, and I am looking forward to a little girl time. We are going to shop, enjoy tea, and catch up. It’s going to be a fun week. We will be heading home in the next few weeks too. But, it’s the first of the month so that means that it is time to share 5 of my favorites for April. There is a little fashion, beauty, scents, and more. Enjoy!

I was so excited about the Lilly Pulitzer/Disney collaboration. How cute is this print with Mickey and Minnie in it? I picked up a few pieces from the collection, a pair of shorts, a popover, a backpack, and this adorable dress. On my next trip to Disney, I will be all set with my Lilly!

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Lilly & Disney, a fun collaboration

Since we are on the topic of fashion, this hello weekend tote from Initial Outfitters was a piece that I could not resist. The design of the bag is perfect for summer and who doesn’t love the weekend? I am sure this bag will get a ton of use and will be perfect for travel. It’s roomy and functional.

hello weekend jute tote
Ready for the weekend with this cute tote

If you know me, you know that I am always looking for the best in makeup and skincare. Seint beauty has been my go-to for the last few months. The skincare routine is simple (some lines have sooo many products, it takes forever to get ready), a few products complete the line. I do sometimes add a serum from Estee Lauder, and I use a daytime moisturizer too. The cream is too heavy for me during the day, but at night, it’s incredible. The makeup concept is right up my alley. You customize your own palette with your favorite products. It is so nice not to be wasting colors out of a premade palette. There is even a solid perfume too. These are going to be fabulous for travel. I try to pack as little product as possible. This is a palette I customized for Spring/Summer. What do you think of the colors?

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Perfect Seint palette for Summer

It wouldn’t be a favorites if I did not have a favorite scent to share. Voluspa Casa Pacifica is a new fragrance to me. I found it an Anthropologie and it was such a unique scent, I knew that I had to add it to my collection. Voluspa jars are also so beautiful and are perfect to reuse for makeup brushes or to store hair ties. Casa Pacifica has notes of California driftwood, sea salt, and shore brush. It is probably more of a summer scent, but I plan on burning it all Spring too. Very fresh.

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Fresh Spring scents

Last, but certainly not least, the Desert Botanical Gardens. If you are ever in the Phoenix area, it is one place that I suggest you don’t miss. The desert is so much more than cacti, dirt, and rocks. I think you would be very surprised. My friends really enjoyed it. Dale Chihuly also had an installation at the time we visited. If you are familiar with his work, it is breathtaking, and seeing it in a garden setting is incredible. Stay tuned for a blog full of fabulous pictures from the gardens.

desert botanical gardens
Desert Botanical Gardens

And that’s it, another month of favorites. Is there anything new that you are loving? Wishing you and your family a Happy Easter or Passover, and I hope you get to spend time with your loved ones.

Until next week,

Carrie

Shop my favorites here:

Lilly & Disney (hopefully more pieces will be released, it is sold out right now)

Hello Weekend Jute Tote

Seint Beauty

Voluspa Casa Pacifica

Desert Botanical Gardens

Carrie Kelly is an Interior Redesign Industry Specialist and  Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also a Theorem Independent Hair Specialist helping everyone have the best hair day ever and Personal Stylist with Carrie Kelly Boutique, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog, and co-author of the #1 best-selling book The Art of Connection.

You can find her at:

links.carriekellydesigns.com

Holiday Gift Guide, Personalized Gifts For The Home

holiday gift guide, personlalized gifts for the home

 

What to get that person that has everything? A personalized gift for the home is the perfect gift. Slate accessories for entertaining, personalized placemats, and coasters are a unique and appreciated gift. My go-to gift is always a personalized cutting board. This holiday gift guide full of personalized gifts for the home has everything you need for that hard to buy for person! Personalization is always complimentary! Let your unique personality shine with Carrie Kelly Boutique.

Here are a few of my favorites!

  • Slate accessories coordinate with any style of decor. Available in your choice of coasters, cheese board, and tray in a variety of styles!
    • My favorite gift for any occasion is a glass cutting board. Add a stand for display. I always have one displayed in my kitchen.

      • Add style and festive flair to your table settings with these personalized placemats. Whether you’re purchasing one as a housewarming gift or gifting yourself, we have designs to fit every style. Our placemats are designed in-house and handmade just for you. Made with a polyester front & neoprene non-slip backing, these placemats can be purchased individually or as a set of 4.
        •  You will love our new hand towels!   Made of 100% polyester and woven into a waffle pattern, they’re super absorbent and durable.  At 16×24″ they’re the perfect size to hang over the handle of the oven or refrigerator to add a pop of color or personal style to your kitchen!  Machine wash on cold with a light detergent.
  • With so many styles to choose from, a set of coasters will make a perfect gift. Gift a set in a holiday theme or an everyday theme!
    • A personal addition to your Christmas tree, a personalized tree skirt! Has 2 ties to secure together with in the back. 46″ diameter.
    • An ornament commemorating the year is always a special gift. Everyone in my family gets a personal ornament every year!

      holiday gift guide personalized gifts for the homePersonalized ornaments

      Great gifts for the home made easy with Carrie Kelly Personalized Boutique. I offer complimentary virtual personal shopping services to help you find the perfect gift and finish all of your shopping in no time. The holiday season is a time to enjoy all of the magic that the season has to offer! Let me make your shopping a little easier.

      Until next week,

      Carrie

       

      carrie kellyCarrie Kelly is an Interior Redesign Industry Specialist and  Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also a Personal Stylist with Carrie Kelly Boutique, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog, and co-author of the #1 best-selling book The Art of Connection.

      You can find her at:

      links.carriekellydesigns.com

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

Holiday Gift Guide, Personalized Gifts For Him

holiday gift guide personalized gifts for him

 

Guys, are they the hardest ones on your list to shop for? Mine certainly are. This holiday gift guide featuring personalized gifts for him has everything the guys will love!  A personalized gift from Carrie Kelly Personalized Initial Outfitters boutique is a gift that is from the heart and always remembered and cherished. Personalization is always complimentary! Let your unique personality shine with Initial Outfitters by Carrie.

Here are a few of my favorites!

  • Travel is back on and why not travel in style with a personalized leather Dopp Kit. With three separate zippered sections, your toothbrush won’t be brushing up to your deodorant anymore.  One side features an exterior zipper pouch, four elastic loops, and a water-resistant zippered pouch.  The center compartment has two sleeves on the side, with a big open center for larger items.  The other side has two netted sleeves and five elastic loops. The bag is made of leatherette, and measures 11″ x 6.5″ x 6″. Personalize it with a monogram in one of our twenty-six thread color options, three stamped foil colors, or simple embossing!
  • stainless steel pocket knife is something every guy on your list should have. Features a brushed finish. Shown in Times Block font, same size monogram
    3.5″ x 1″ with a  single blade.
  • Bracelets for the guys are the latest trend.  These stretch braceletsare made of 8mm semi-precious stones and are available in gray or tiger eye.

 

gray mens stretch bracalet

Gray men’s stretch bracelet

  • This Dopp kit is a little smaller version and made of polyester measuring 10.5″W x 6.5″H x 5.5″D.This functional travel case features one large compartment and a zippered outer pocket, to hold all of your toiletries. Add a name or monogram to personalize.
  • A fun and practical gift, the All the Right Tools keychain features one phillips head and one flathead screwdriver. Engraved initials on one screwdriver only: Times Block, all same size font.
  • Accent your home with a personal touch with our Home Front Leatherette Tray.  Available in either black or brown.  The insert is etched to reveal a beautiful undertone that makes the personalization stand out.  The color of the monogram cannot be altered. Insert is affixed with velcro for removal and clean with a damp cloth.

Great gifts for the guys made easy with Carrie Kelly Personalized Boutique. I offer complimentary virtual personal shopping services to help you find the perfect gift and finish all of your shopping in no time. The holiday season is a time to enjoy all of the magic that the season has to offer! Let me make your shopping a little easier.

Until next week,

Carrie

 

 

 

carrie kellyCarrie Kelly is an Interior Redesign Industry Specialist and  Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also a Personal Stylist with Carrie Kelly Boutique, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog, and co-author of the #1 best-selling book The Art of Connection.

You can find her at:

links.carriekellydesigns.com