Easy & Delicious Northwoods Scones {Food}

Scones are probably one of my favorite foods...well maybe all breakfast pastries are, but I do really love scones. There is nothing better than waking up to a cup of hot coffee and a yummy, homemade scone. My mom and I love to make scones together when we are up north (favorite cookbook here), but I have recently begun to use the same recipe for weekend mornings here as well. The best part is you don't even need to get your mixer out to whip these up! 

This easy and delicious recipe is perfect a foundation for adding in any yummy extras you want. I love butterscotch oatmeal, white chocolate currant, and blueberry. 

:: Ingredients ::

2 cups flour

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. salt 

2 1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1/4 cup shortening

1/4 cup yummy additions (I usually do 1/2 cup)

1 cup buttermilk

:: Recipe :: 

Sift the dry ingredients together. Cut in shortening. Add your yummy additions and the buttermilk.

You can expect the batter to be very sticky!

Prepare a floured surface, I prefer the counter. Knead the dough for 1 minute. 

Divide into two rounds and cook on an ungreased cookie sheet for 12-15 minutes at 450. 

With Love,

A

Photos by Preston Anderson

A Lingering Fall

Even though the rainy season is upon us in Seattle we have still been blessed with lingering fall colors and days or sometimes just hours of sunshine. I've been pairing my blanket scarf with everything this season, I love that its warm enough to use in place of a coat! I also have incorporated a swing dress into my wardrobe- although I love the boxy silhouette I have been pairing it with denim for added warmth! I'm hoping to style it with black tights and booties soon. Check out A's post here for more blanket scarf options.

:: Shop The Post ::

Zara Swing Dress // Zara Blanket Scarf // Gap Denim // J.Crew Belt (similar) // Moon & Lola Bracelet // J.Crew Clutch // J.Crew Leopard Flats (similar) // Revlon lipstick in "Hot Coral"

Thanks for reading, 

L

Photo's by Brendan Lorentz

Favorite Things Friday

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Happy Friday everyone! It is hard to believe that it is already the first weekend in November - time seems to be flying. With winter right around the corner, I wanted to share one of my new favorite things, the blanket scarf! While I do not have one myself yet (I am still on the lookout to find a perfect one), I am loving finding inspiration from Pinterest and other bloggers! Some of my favorites are here and here. The blanket scarf is a casual, chic, and fashion forward look that is perfect for cozying up by the fire and meeting a friend for coffee! Blessings on your weekend. 

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With Love,

A

Vintage Fair Isles

I am so excited to share today's look with you all because it is so dear to my heart. Not only was it shot at my favorite place in the world, but this vintage fair isles sweater belonged to my sweet grandma when she was my age. Even though I did not get to really know her before she got sick, the stories I have heard make me wish I did all the more. I can't wait to pair it with a pencil skirt or my favorite pair of jeans. Here's to the season of sweaters and egg nog...it's coming :)

{Little O couldn't resist sneaking into a few photos}

:: Shop the Post :: 

Vintage Fair Isles Sweater (similar here & here) // J.Crew Pixie Pants // J.Crew Tee // Hunter Boots // Ray Ban Sunnies // Prestonmade Bangle

Photos by Preston Anderson

Fall/Winter Cabin Getaway {Lifestyle}

P and I had an amazing time with my parents at our cabin near Canada this past weekend. We were able to experience the first dusting of snow with the lingering signs of fall and open water on the lake - it was breathtaking! And the sun was shining so the sunsets were unreal! We spent the weekend hiking, relaxing by the fire, sleeping, hunting, baking, and enjoying one another's company. We love to get away from the city to rest in the beauty of God's creation! 

With Love,

A

Photos by Preston Anderson & Sharon Kron

Fall Essentials Round-Up

I thought a round-up of the last 23 days was in order. I'm hoping this provides you with additional inspiration to start your own #fallessentialschallenge. Ang and I would love to see your looks so make sure to use #fallessentialschallenge when posting your looks on Instagram!

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1 Topshop Black Dress (similar) // 2 Zara Striped Dress (similar) // 3 J.Crew Cropped Sweater // 4 J.Crew Jeweled Collared Shirt (similar) // 5 J.Crew Striped Tee // 6 Old Navy Tee // 7 J.Crew Chambray // 8 J.Crew White Shirt // 9 J.Crew Gingham (similar) // 10 Topshop Navy Skirt (love this navy mini) // 11 Anthropologie Red Skirt (similar) // 12 Rag&Bone Denim // 13 Zara Leggings (on sale!) // 14 DV Booties (love these) // 15 Tory Burch Flats // 16 J.Crew Leopard Scarf (cute navy version) // 17 Nordstrom Felt Hat (similar) // 18 Rebecca Minkoff Handbag // 19 Gap Leather Jacket (similar) // 20 J.Crew Denim Jacket (similar) // 21 J.Crew Military Jacket (similar) // 22 Sam Edelman Booties // 23 Old Navy Rockstar Denim

Thanks for reading,
L