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In My Life

» It was Cascade week on Design Diary! I’ve done tutorials, and shared a full outfit. Head on over to see it all, and I’ll share some photos here on Monday.  » I’m starting to realize what having a kitten means - my arms and legs are starting to look like his personal scratching post. Oh, baby Henry.   » Boo and I have a new favorite go-to weekend...

May 24th

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Cut It Out

I’m a big fan of cut-outs lately. I’m sorta obsessed with this sweater that I wore recently, and now I’m in love with this skirt and these sandals. And it just so happens that they work perfectly together. Lover love love.  I wore this out to Sunday brunch this past weekend. And I got my usual eggs benny, in case you were wondering (another obsession). I love brunch so much. I...

May 23rd

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Summer Lust List

—————————————————- one - two - three - four - five - six - seven —————————————————- My wish list addiction strikes again. This time, I’m craving sunshine, warm weather, and lots of...

May 22nd

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Like Summer

I have had this outfit by Beth of B. Jones stuck in my head for forever now. No really, I just sit there and think about that outfit sometimes. No joke. And yet somehow it just dawned on me the other day, that I have all the components to put a veeeeery similar outfit together myself. How did I not realize this before?! It made me so excited!  And also - this outfit made me feel like summer.  ...

May 21st

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One Bug, Two Bug, Red Bug, Blue Bug

I really, really, real hate real insects. But put a bunch of colorful ones on a shirt and I’m smitten. So much so that I stalked another girl in the thrift store until she put it down. I snatched it up before she could even turn her back on it.  No shame. shirt: thrifted shorts: Forever21 glasses: Bonlook shoes: BC Footwear (my wedding shoes!)

May 20th

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In My Life

» This week on Design Diary - It was Crescent week! I shared some tips and tricks for assembling the top, and then showed you my dress variation.  » Speaking of Crescent and the rest of the Breakwater collection, check out some of the pattern testers and their awesome creations. They all did so good! » The winner of the Loly In The Sky giveaway has been announced! » Have a...

May 17th

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Crescent

I’ve been gushing over Megan’s new pattern release, and I’ve finally started to dive into new variations and tutorials! Head on over to Design Diary to check out my Crescent dress tutorial, as well as a few more photos. dress: handmade - Megan Nielsen Crescent pattern. See my variation here.  belt: Anthropologie glasses: Warby Parker heels: H&M bag:...

May 16th

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DIY Necklace Stands

I’ve been looking for some new displays for some shopHollyDolly items. And when I couldn’t find anything I really liked, I decided to make them myself! They are good display stands for jewelry designers, but would also be super cute for displaying your necklaces at home! Check out the supplies below, and see how to I put these together after the jump…. Supplies: - plywood ( I...

May 15th

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Flower Power

Happy tuesday, my friends! I have a pretty long to-do list today, so I’m gonna keep this short and sweet. Short, sweet, and floral :) dress: Haberdash Vintage jacket: H&M bag: H&M sandals: Urban Outfitters

May 14th

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All The King's Horses

I’m pretty fricken enchanted by this necklace. In fact, so is Henry kitty. So much so that he can’t help but want to steal and wear it for himself. Such a little fashionista, he is. ….Or it just really resembles a toy, when it’s swinging right in front of his face. That’s probably more like it. But I much prefer to picture him prancing around with it around his...

May 13th

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In My Life

» Have you checked out Megan’s new pattern collection, Breakwater, yet? I’ve started to get to work on some variations and tutorials, so watch out for them throughout the month of May on Design Diary! » This week I was interviewed and featured On Chictopia’s blog, Everybody Is Ugly. Check it out here! » Also, earlier this week, I was featured on Hollaback!...

May 10th

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Guest Post : Jamie of Paint The Gown Red

Hey everyone - I have something a little different going on today. Jamie, of Paint The Gown Red, and I have swapped blogs for the day! Jamie is super adorable (I mean, look at that cat hat!), so please welcome her to HollyDolly. And don’t forget to head on over to Paint The Gown Red to check out my outfit! Why, hello wonderful Holly Dolly readers! I’m Jamie of Paint The Gown Red, and I...

May 9th

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Loly In The Sky Giveaway

Loly In The Sky, a new sponsor of HollyDolly, is here today with an awesome giveaway for you guys!  I’m sure you have seen their shoes around the web lately. They have the most adorable loafers that you just can’t help but love. And today they are offering one of you a pair of Regina loafers (pictured here). Super cute, right?! A classic black loafer with a metallic toe twist....

May 8th

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Henry Darling

You guys - we adopted a kitty!  Boo and I have been trying add a little fur ball to our family for months now, but the stars just didn’t align… until this weekend. We headed to the shelter on a gorgeous saturday, after laying out in the sun and enjoying the city, not really expecting anything. We knew how crazy the shelter can be on kitty day - lines out the door, people fighting...

May 7th

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Boston, You So Pretty

Seriously. I think it is pretty all the time, but this time of year is my absolute favorite. My favorite time to explore and enjoy this city. And Saturday was one of those days for us. We walked around Beacon Hill (oh, the pretty buildings), laid a blanket out in The Common (oh, the people watching), took in all the pretty flowers (oh, all the colors!). And we even added a new little...

May 6th

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In My Life

We’ve got a week of NEW things! So without further ado… » My NEW posts on Design Diary this week - Basic Sewing Supplies you should have, and How To Keep Your Creations From Looking Homemade. » Speaking of Megan Nielsen, her NEW collection of patterns have been released today! Seriously, go check them out… they are fricken adorable. I’m so excited to get to...

May 3rd

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Black & White // Day & Night

I love the simplicity and versatility of this top. When I first got it, I immediately dreamt up 6 or 7 outfits. Which is such a good sign! It will obviously have some longevity in my closet.  So, I decided to do a little remix post for you. I wore the first outfit to a bbq at a friends house, and then changed later in the evening for dinner with Boo. Granted, this clean white blouse is probably...

May 2nd

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Lust List : Summer Shoes

————————————————————— 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 ————————————————————— Shoes. Shoes. Shoes. You can never have too many pairs. Am I...

May 1st

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#BBBos

Continuing my obsession with crop tops, I present you with my outfit that I wore the Blog Better Boston: Style Summit. I’ve had this outfit planned out since  before I even had this skirt made up. And it worked out just as good in real life, as it did in my head.  Now, I was a bad little blogger and deserve a slap on the wrist. I barely took any photos at the event. I know. Not cool. I...

Apr 30th

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Recap: LOFT [Prudential] Grand Re-Opening

Last Thursday, I was invited to co-host the LOFT grand re-opening event at Prudential Center. Alongside Emily, Amy, and Alana, we mingled with customers, offered styling advice, and took way too many Instagram photos (in true blogger fashion). Oh, and there were music and delicious cocktails. So.Fun.  The store looked impeccable, and the clothes were the cutest. Seriously, I’m not just...

Apr 29th

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In My Life

» This week on Design Diary, along with my Kelly maxi skirt, I also shared important sewing terms, and a round-up of fun business cards. » I had a blast at the LOFT Prudential grand re-opening event last night with Emily, Amy, and Alana! I’ll have a re-cap post up on monday. » I’m also excited to see all the girls (plus so many more!) again tomorrow for Blog Better...

Apr 26th

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Kelly : Maxi-ed

I’m sharing another Kelly Skirt variation over on Design Diary today. Head on over to see the tutorial. This one is my favorite! It flows so lovely, and I’ve finally found the perfect project for this fabric that has been in my collection for a few years!.  tee: handmade, using Megan Nielsen Briar pattern and altered skirt: handmade, using Megan Nielsen Kelly...

Apr 25th

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LOFT Grand Re-Opening Party

Hey Boston friends! You know what you should be doing this Thursday evening? Stopping on in and visiting me at the LOFT grand re-opening event at the Prudential Center! I’ll be there alongside Emily of So Anthro and the ladies of Blog Better Boston, offering styling advice and our company while you shop and enjoy music and refreshments.  Oh, and did I mention that there will be an...

Apr 24th

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Birthday Girl

Thank you all for the birthday wishes yesterday!  Boo made me wear this badge around all day sunday, and out to dinner yesterday. Not that I minded - I totally get into the whole birthday thing. I got to see my favorite giraffes, go on a mini shopping spree, and get candles in my dessert at restaurants. If I could, I would drag it out into a whole birthday week. But I don’t think Boo...

Apr 23rd

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Twenty-Six

It’s my biiiiiiiirthday today! It’s also Earth Day. Which makes it my b-earth-day. Boo and I spent this past saturday doing our semi-traditional birthday celebration - a visit to the zoo. I love a good themed outfit, so obviously I had to wear my new animal print crop top. I mean, come on. It only made sense. And my friends, the giraffes, told me they appreciated the sentiment.   ...

Apr 22nd

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In My Life

» This week on Design Diary, I shared a tutorial on how to sew buttons using your machine, and a colorblocked Kelly skirt (above).  » It seems I find a new swimsuit every week that I think I need (can you tell I’m ready for summer?). This week, it is this one.  » I’m still at a lose for words for what happened here in Boston monday. I’ve been loving all the...

Apr 19th

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Sunshine Day

Yesterday was another beau-ti-ful day. Sunshine all around. Have a good thursday, my friends! overalls dress: Topshop yellow shirt: Forever21 cardigan: H&M bracelet: gift from my momma socks: Urban Outfitters heels: Seychelles

Apr 18th

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Snapshots : My Workspace

I’ve shared a few snapshots of my workspace before. But seeing as it was (somewhat) pulled together yesterday, I thought I would take a few photos around the room. Believe me - this is a rare moment.  This room is where I do my sewing and jewelry making. It also houses my closet and is where I do my outfit planning. I would also like to say that I blog in here, but lets face it - I do...

Apr 17th

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Happy Outfit On A Sad Day

I’m not really sure what to say today. I wasn’t even sure I was still going to post this outfit that I already had queued up and planned.  Of course, every time something like this happens, it is unthinkably sad. But it is really surreal when it all the sudden happens in your own backyard. Your own city. A spot you could have easily been standing in yourself. A spot that I was...

Apr 16th

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(Not So) Sporty Girl

I am one of the least sporty girls you’ll ever meet. I never played sports in high school, I hate running, and I am super uncoordinated. And my lack of athleticism is obvious when I consider a zip-up hoodie the sportiest thing in my closet. Seriously. I don’t even own a proper pair of sneakers. Unless you count my Converse All Stars covered in sparkly sequins. Those things are...

Apr 15th

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Tough Stuff

Is there any better combination than a sweet pure white dress paired with tough leather jacket? I didn’t think so.  P.S - happy friday! I’m forgoing the In My life post today, since I’ve already shared my Design Diary projects throughout the week. The feature will be back next week! dress: H&M jacket: c/o Sheinside hat: Urban Outfitters necklace:...

Apr 12th

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Banksia Dress

The other day was 70 degrees and beautiful. That called for a fun dress. And fun sunglasses. And fun shoes. And burgers on the grill.  P.S - I’m sharing these photos and a tutorial for this drop waist Banksia variation over on Design Diary today. Head on over and check it out! dress: handmade - Megan Nielsen Banksia pattern, altered sunglasses: gifted heels: Seychelles

Apr 11th

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Birthday Wishlist

—————————————- one - two - three - four - five - six - seven - eight - nine - ten —————————————- My birthday is in a couple of weeks, so obviously it is time for another wishlist (says the wishlist addict). Apparently, I’m having a...

Apr 10th

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Briar

I’ve been loving every Megan Nielsen pattern that I’ve tried out for Design Diary. But I think I am in love with Briar. Head on over to Design Diary… I’m over there today showing everyone how to add a ruffle to the hem! top: handmade - Megan Nielsen Briar pattern skirt: H&M necklace: shopHollyDolly shoes: Seychelles

Apr 9th

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Skin

You should’ve seen Boo’s face when I walked out in this outfit. “Are you wearing a belly shirt?!”, he said.  Why, yes. Yes I am.  But please call it a crop top. The term belly shirt really creeps me out.  See, I told you I wasn’t kidding around with this trend.  crop top: American Apparel cardigan: Forever21 jeans: Urban Outfitters bag:...

Apr 8th

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In My Life

» No new projects this week on Design Diary (don’t worry - I’m saving them up for next week!). But I did talk about the importance of good packaging, and introduced April’s Featured Designer - Merl of Clyde’s Rebirth! » I really, really want to make this lip scrub that Megan created. I love lip scrubs, and I bet it tastes so yummy! » I’ve been...

Apr 5th

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Think Spring

I am ready for spring. I got my florals on, my brights and pastels, and all my flats and sandals lined up and ready. Now I’m just going to ignore the fact that the temperature had dropped back down into the 30’s and low 40’s the last few days. I’m just going to go ahead and keep thinking spring, and maybe it will happen.  dress: Buffalo Exchange ...

Apr 4th

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On My List - Crop Tops

 ——————————————— one - two - three - four - five - six - seven - eight ———————————————— I have a thing for cropped tops. I know, I know - everyone has an opinion about this trend. But as long as I am covered up everywhere else (high waists and low hems), I feel perfectly comfortable. And I’m not just ok with this trend, I am obsessed with it. In fact, I...

Apr 3rd

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Handmade

Ever since I started making weekly garments for Design Diary, it has also motivated me to tackle projects in my own to-do pile. The pattern and fabric for this dress has been sitting around for quite some time now, and I finally got around to putting it together. It might be a little late in the season to be making a plaid, flannel dress. But at least the bright colors make up for it and make it...

Apr 2nd

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The North End-er

It’s April, you guys! And I’ve officially sworn off tights. Even if the breeze still gives my bare legs goosebumps.  Boo and I took full advantage of the nicer weather this weekend. We walked up and down the streets of the North End, grabbed Italian for lunch (and canollis for snack), sat by the waterfront and watched the sailboats, packed some sandwiches and headed to the park,...

Apr 1st

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In My Life

» This week on Megan Nielsen Design Diary: a mason jar pin cushion DIY (above), and a hand sewn hems tutorial. » Earlier this week, I was featured on the Modcloth Blog with my favorite vintage find. Check it out here.  » You guys, it is supposed to be warm this weekend. And by warm, I mean, like, 55 degrees. I’m going to all crazy and not wear any tights. And I’m...

Mar 29th

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Blazing

I don’t usually wear blazers. But after putting on this outfit, I’m not sure why. I may be a blazer person now. blazer: Target shirt: Urban Outfitters jeans: Old Navy shoes: c/o Big Buddha hat: Urban Outfitters

Mar 28th

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Shop Update

New in the shop: Tassel Necklaces now come in black! Head on over to shopHollyDolly to check them out, as well as all the other goodies available. 

Mar 27th

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Wordless

sweater: thrifted shorts: DIY-ed tights: Madewell necklace: shopHollyDolly boots: Forever21

Mar 26th

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The Weekend

Happy monday, my friends. How was your weekend? Boo and I did a little shopping, skipped a big brunch for a Panera pastry and coffee breakfast instead, and took multiple naps on the couch. A perfectly laid-back couple of days.  cardigan: Buffalo Exchange tee: Gap necklace: shopHollyDolly skirt: Buffalo Exchange boots: Forever21

Mar 25th

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In My Life

» This week on Megan Nielsen Design Diary, it was all about scallops : a scallop tutorial, a scalloped hem, and a scalloped collar (above).  » The winners of the Firmoo giveaway have been announced and notified! » Are you fashion or style blogger in the Boston / New England area? Have you gotten your ticket to the Blog Better Boston : Style Summit yet? You should get...

Mar 22nd

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Scalloped

This skirt is my latest project for Megan Nielsen Design Diary. But I was pretty much in love with the skirt and this outfit, so I thought I would share it here too. It’s the Kelly Skirt pattern, with a scalloped hem variation. You can see my scallop tutorial here, and this outfit over at Design Diary here. Hop on over and take a peek!   shirt: Urban Outfitters skirt:...

Mar 21st

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Spring Wishlist

————————————— one - two - three - four - five - six - seven - eight - nine —————————————  This weather is depressing me. So I’m making up for it with some delusional, pretend shopping. Here’s a look st what is in my fake shopping...

Mar 20th

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Weather and Wardrobe Blues

It is snowing again as I type this. No, really. Snowing. Again. Mother Nature - I’m not happy with you right now. You’re giving me the weather and wardrobe blues. 

Mar 19th

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St. Paddy's

I’m not a drinker. So I spent my St. Paddy’s day making brownies, craft shopping, and editing photos. But I still had to get some obligatory green mixed into my outfit yesterday and show some Irish pride. I didn’t want to let down my Irish heritage completely.  How was your St. Paddy’s day? Safe, I hope! tee: Gap hat: Urban Outfitters necklace:...

Mar 18th

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