West Elm Spring Preview Blogger Brunch

Way long ago, circa

 January

, I attended the West Elm spring preview blogger brunch. It was my first "blogger" event, and I loved sitting, chatting and mingling with so many creative, local gals with similar interests. 

At the event, we loaded up on coffee and way too many sweets to fit into our bellies. We were also introduced to the

Kate Spade Saturday

collection and asked to preview the West Elm spring line. I heart West Elm, wouldn't you agree? Not only do they carry beautiful, well made furniture, but I also admire their innovative take on local, small business-y support/events. They've totally won my heart. 

Happy Friday! You better believe this Florida native will be bundled from head to toe, it's freezing over here, folks. I hope you have a lovely weekend. Always remember, you are a true blessing to me!

A Weekend With My Valentine

Our weekend was spent pretty low key - lounging around in pjs until late afternoon, sitting on our porch enjoying the soflo winter, stuffing our faces full with lemon ricotta pancakes, and a whole lot of family time spent around my in-love's garden. I long weekend "getaways" at home with nothing on the agenda but relaxing + unwinding.

In other news...

- Our godson was born last week at a full 4 lbs and we absolutely love this little peanut! Follow along on instagram to see more @ericaddiaz or #llanezajourneytobaby

- The countdown to our spring break getaway has officially begun!

- I attended an Association of Bridal Consultants workshop this past week with a dear friend,

Zania

, from

Unearthed Vintage

. The topic was on financials and gaining a better business sense and featured Michelle from

Sage Wedding Pros

.

-We are pretty excited about upcoming consultations this week, some from brides we met at the West Elm Wedding

Pop Up Shop

.

- We start our 2015 married couple's

connect group

 (round 2) tonight!!

- Most of my mornings have consisted of coffee + calligraphy, a dreamy combo, I know!

- My

Warby Parker's

should be arriving in the mail any day now.

- My heart has been yearning to be a better friend lately. To those who are friendly and to those who are not. I am drafting a "what's on my heart" post for later this week so make sure to check back.

Happy Monday Friends!

Hooray! Our New + Improved Website Is Live!

Today, as we prepare for the release of our new website, we are filled to the brim with joy seeing the direction our little co. is headed. Thinking back a year ago, we would have never imagined the opportunities that have recently come our way. And although Gabriel and I are the ones running this shop, we know who is working behind the scenes. To Him be the glory. We are so humbled and honored to have the opportunity to share this new website with you!

Well, are you ready to see it? Click 

here

 to be redirected to our portfolio site.

If you have any questions on placing custom orders, please contact us at erica@inspiredbyabove.com - We are working hard to answer all of the emails from last week's West Elm pop up shop!

Make sure to check back tomorrow for the full recap of the event. We had a blast meeting new couples, vendors and seeing many of our friends and family come to support!

Happy Tuesday Friends!

P.S If you live in the Miami area, enjoy the cool weather and sunshine! I know I am spending every moment I can outdoors.