WEEK 27 FEELS:

Every weekend of the summer should be a long weekend... just saying. This past weekend we celebrated Canada Day, specifically #Canada150. It was pretty awesome - we split our time between up north in cottage country and in the city. Canada Day itself was pretty uneventful but I think that was needed after all the hype (work-wise) leading up to it (I feel like I've celebrated 20x already). Anyways... here are my WEEK 27 FEELS:

Wear It - Canadian Tuxedo:
Here are some of my denim dreams... Love how stylish the Canadian Tuxedo can be. This summer I've been living in denim dresses and overalls. 

Life Things:
Another highlight from this week was this monster shake from Short & Sweet Bakeshop. I've been wanting to try one of these for so long now.. Me and my sisters got one to share... big mistake! We could have each had our own, that's how good it was. Also, love this bakery because it is nut-free! I will be going back there regularly this summer - that I know!

Words I'll Leave You With:
summer lovin' 
YUP.

xo -
rayna marlee

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WEEK 26 FEELS:

First weekend of summer, Pride Week #loveislove, and lots of other family events, friends birthdays... that kind of stuff. Life is good. Here are my WEEK 26 FEELS:

What I’m Pinning - Visual Inspiration:
Summer cocktails... These are all so beautiful. It is one thing for a cocktail to taste good and another for it to look oh-so-pretty too!! I could really go for one of these right about now (or should I wait for Friday?).

Wear It:
I saw this really cute bag that was returned to Anthropolgie - only one and I didn't buy it (and now I can't find it online or anywhere!) It was pricey... but still it was so great! So, I've been thinking about and really feeling these wicker-woven whatever they are style bags.

Who you should be following: 
@wrightkitchen - Brittany is the master of gradient food art. She creates beautiful food rainbows. Here work is simply stunning and what I would do to one day have a giant print of hers framed on my wall...

Words I'll Leave You With:
summer - you're more fun than a rollercoaster

xo -
rayna marlee

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WEEK 25 FEELS:

This past week I've been busy prepping for a big exciting project... I'll try to share next week and I've also played/watched a lot of baseball. One doesn't really go with the other... Oh and it's officially summer this week! Anyways... here are my WEEK 25 FEELS:

What I’m Pinning - Visual Inspiration:
Picnics. In the first warm months of the year, when the nights are long and the temperatures are rising, I love to walk down the street to the park or even out to our backyard to have picnics. I'm loving these cute little picnic styles that are so beautiful, but in reality we always try to bring as few things as possible... so I'm kind of dreaming here...

Life Things:
Yesterday was Father's Day and my family spent our day with my dad at the Blue Jays game. I've stumbled upon these images a bunch of times... I'm very curious if and where these stadium chairs exist. Imagine cheering on the Blue Jays in these pastel pink seats!! LOLZ

I Made It:
Yesterday was Father's Day - HAPPY (belated) FATHER'S DAY to all the awesome dads out there (especially mine). This is a Father's Day DIY I created for Babiekins Magazine last year. You can really switch it and make it for any occasion (best mom, #1 brother, fave teacher etc.) Such an easy and cute gift. The trophies are from a party or dollar store. You can see the full tutorial here. PS. those are my husbands hands :)

Words I'll Leave You With:
- do it -
TODAY
- or maybe tomorrow -

xo -
rayna marlee

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WEEK 24 FEELS

It finally feels like summer around here and I'm loving it! Summer officially doesn't start until next week, but temperatures well into the 30s definitely feels like summer to me! The warmth in the air makes me happy and everything just feels right.... but it is still important to keep cool and hydrated. These are all things that will keep me cool. Here are my WEEK 24 FEELS:

What I’m Pinning - Visual Inspiration:
Summer pool vibes. Enough said.

Mmmm:
All the ice cream, please. There are SO many crazy ice cream trends right now. There seems to be a new extreme ice cream joint at every corner. To be honest, I'm pretty good with a simple cone. Also, most of those crazy places I can't even try because of my peanut allergy... oh well - I'll take a mint chocolate chip, please!

What I need in my life: Water bottles
I need a new water bottle and I find it so hard to choose. Is it too heavy, does it wash well, is it big enough? Will it dent? Everyday vs. Workout etc. I probably need more than one new water bottle. One for home, one for my gym bag, one in the car... decisions, decisions, decisons. 

Words I'll Leave You With:
Less Monday. More Summer.

xo -
rayna marlee

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WEEK 23 FEELS:

This past week flew by. Nothing crazy just the usual - work and life! I did end my last travel weekend of the season, so I am looking forward to more casual weekends in the city. So, here is a mishmash of my WEEK 23 FEELS:

Work Things
This past weekend was the last stop of the Cityline and President's Choice #EatTogether #Canada150 nationwide tour. Since March, I've had the privilege of travelling across Canada to film commercials to celebrate Canada's birthday. We hosted a free lunch by President's Choice Executive Head Chef Tom and Cityline's Tracy Moore bringing Canadians together around the table. All the menus were inspired by the local regions. It was such a special opportunity to not only see and experience beautiful Canada but to meet incredible people from across the nation. Look out for the commericals all month long leading up to the big day!

I Made It:
A few weeks back Reena Newman and I had a day full of colour fun in studio. I just got the finals and I am SO excited to share. How awesome are they? It was so neat seeing my colour-blocked vision come to life!

Props I need in my life:
I am loving these moody textured ceramics. I kind of want them all. 

Words I'll Leave You With:
everyone you will ever meet knows something you don't - bill nye

xo -
rayna marlee

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