FEED USA + Target

As a huge fan of Target I was so thrilled to read about Target's latest collaboration. No it's not with a fashion designer but with FEED USA. With every purchase of the line, a certain number of meals will be provided to children and families in America. Hot damn, where's my shopping cart? It's time to get some new clothes and home decor pieces and do my part in helping in feeding my fellow Americans!

What I like about this collection is the Americana rustic urban feel. I'm talking chambray tops, basic soft tees, rope bracelets, charm necklaces, baseball caps, plaid and polka dots, cute baby onsies, and of course lots of pieces in red, white, and blue.

FEED USA + Target by vintagedanielle featuring a button front shirt

The collection also has lots of home pieces which I adore! We're seeing throw pillows, candles, pencil holders, plates, water bottles, cookie cutters, bake wear (love the navy and white polka dot one!), children's bike, coasters, iPhone cases, tote bags, dish towels, and so much more!

FEED USA + Target: For the home by vintagedanielle on Polyvore

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10 Ways To Be Happy

In college I took a course, Positive Psychology, in which we studied a range of topics including optimism, relationships, gratitude, savoring, wealth, and most importantly happiness. We discussed what is happiness, how does it last and what factors effect it. I ran across a little article from Apartment Therapy titled, '10 Simple Things to Make You Happier at Home' and some of the tippets are directly from studies in the psychology field of Positive Psychology.

I'd like to take a mini break from fashion and beauty and write about our home lives and happiness. Here are a few tips I was very excited to read about and think we all should give a try.

•  Make Your Bed: it seems silly but this simple and easy 3 minute task has a positive impact on your daily happiness and productivity. Bed making has been called a keystone habit because that one habit leads to other habits like doing the dishes or having the kids make their bed and pick up their room. After all, a somewhat clean home allows me to relax and smile, does it for you?
• One Line Gratitude Journal: this activity was part of 100s of positive psychology studies and the results were astounding, Those who kept a daily gratitude journal felt happier and for a longer period of time than those who did other happiness induced activities. Reflecting on what is good in your life helps puts your mind in a more positive place. It might be tough at first but the benefits are amazing! 
• Call at least one friend or family member a day: the call doesn't have to last long, a short catch up chat is all it takes. We're social beings and being in contact with those we love helps lower our stress level and makes us feel important. Texting and emails can't replace a phone call so learn from your mom and pick up that phone!

There are more wonderful tips you can read in the article here!

Have you heard of positive psychology?

Do you do some of these activities already?

Making An Apartment Into A Home

Sorry for my absence but a lot is going on right now. My fiance and I are currently getting things ready to move to Virginia and that means lots and lots of cleaning (yuck!). It also means many Goodwill donation trips which I don't mind because it's nice to get rid of stuff I could do without. I never knew how much planning, organization, and little details that must be taken care of while doing a move.

I'm looking forward to exploring a new state and redoing my new apartment. I haven't seen the new place yet because we weren't able to take the time off to drive down there (about 10 hour drive). I have seen pictures and I like what I've seen so far. As you know by now I'm a VINTAGE nerd and I've always been drawn to the mid century style homes. With a fresh slate, I'm making sure the new place will ooze mid century loveliness. I've done lots of window shopping, browsing Pinterest inspiration boards, and trips to thrift stores. So far, I've been able to pick a cute side table and an antique radio, both needing some TLC.

Still looking for two nightstands and two office desks with the vintage feel and infamous skinny legs. Hopefully once I get down to Virginia, I'll find affordable luck!

Here are some pictures that have given me some inspiration of what I want my new home to resemble

 

 

 

What your favorite home decor style?

Is home decor important to you?