A few weeks ago, I was pinning some really cool stuff on Pinterest like I do every day for hours and hours on end and it hit me, after my 22nd monogram pin, that I am officially obsessed with monograms. I mean I knew I was drawn to them but Pinterest really made it abundantly clear, especially when I pinned a dreadful monogram bandeau top without even thinking just because it had initials on it - I couldn't resist. I am going to need to dedicate an entire board to monogramming the crap out of everything.
In doing this, I came across one of those newly popular filigree three-letter monogram necklaces (you know, like the one Alexis wears on her RHOOC interviews, but not as gaudy) and as I clicked through to the origin found that it took me to a site where a beautiful $300 monogram necklace awaited me. Hmmm, there has to be a better deal on this somewhere else (my curious, researching, frugal side said) so I did some googling and came across
http://www.mynamenecklace.com/. The site immediately looked like one of those suspect spam sites, but don't let that fool you! I ordered my sterling silver necklace - for $40!!! - and it came in the mail last week and I am OBSESSED, go figure. I'm going to go back and get a gold one too. Here it is in silver:
I have had soooo many compliments on it everytime I wear it! Which has only been twice so far. I even had a MAN compliment it then followed it by saying his wife has been looking for one and he has to tell her about mine and where I got it.
To add to that, I also ordered a monogrammed Kindle cover for my new birthday Kindle Fire - thanks hubs! IT IS SO FREAKING CUTE! Ugh that is supposed to come in the mail tomorrow and I am beyond anxious! Here is what it will look like:
The site is
http://www.inthisveryroom.com/ and they have the most drool-worthy Claire Bella monogramammables. They are the best quality and cutest patterns I've ever seen. You can mix and match colors, patterns, fonts, etc. - the hardest part is trying to decide on a final product because they are all ADORABLE. She has everything from tervis tumblers to Ipad covers to otterbox covers for your phone and even plates and kitchenware. You can see more of her designs and shop locations on her website:
http://www.clairebella.com/.
Also, on my list of things to monogram is throw pillows, bed pillows, blankets, a ring, a bracelet, a wall craft project, a sun hat, beach towels, beach/travel bags, OMG is that too much???? I hope not.
I guess it's the southern belle in me or maybe the excitement of a "new" monogram (last name) after recently getting married, but whatever it is I hope it never ends because it makes me so completely happy (lol). You will not forget my future kids' names either because they will be monogrammed out so much that it will make you sick. But I just know you will love it too. :)
What things have you monogrammed or plan to? What's your new favorite thing to do with names and initials? Share it with me!
Have a great week!
Sara Bernice
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