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Spring is here - Experiencing The Fullness of Every Moment + Jord giveaway
HelloLovelyLiving.com | Jord Wood Watches | Stina is wearing Fieldcrest in Maple
 

Life is just a bunch of moments packed all into one. At least, that's how I like to see it. At the end of the day, it's all about those tiny moments and being fully present in them to allow us to feel every emotion that they bring us. Now, I know that's not always easy to do, so I wanted to share one way that has helped me soak up each moment more fully. As the seasons come and go, it's easy to want to rush time and jump into the next season right away. Being conscious of this and learning to be more present in the current season is so important.

So, what is it? What do I do to experience the fulness of every moment? Observe. That's it. Think of yourself as an onlooker, experiencing each moment from the outside looking in. Quiet yourself, and let your senses soak up the experience, taking note of how you feel at that very moment. Learning to fully experience how each moment made you feel is so much more powerful and memorable. Once you begin to do this more often, you'll feel gratitude for every moment, and you'll also experience life in a deeper way.

Trust me, you will look at things so much more different if you are intentional in your observations. Ask yourself, how do I feel right now? What do I want to remember about this moment? I have found that what makes life so beautiful is being able to stop and being able to fully embrace how I feel in the moment. For example, when my kids bring me joy, I really do stop and try to feel every single piece of joy that that moment brings me. I know it won't last forever, so I want to enjoy it, fully.

 
HelloLovelyLiving.com | Jord Wood Watches | Stina is wearing Fieldcrest in Maple
 

While we're talking about experiencing the fulness of every moment, I wanted to  share a brand that I am personally loving and whose philosophy ties in with what I touched on above. I'm all about supporting companies who are not just selling a product, but who really care about the experience and how their product makes me feel.

If you know me, you know I love nature. You also probably know that I am crazy about being out in nature, and, well, taking a zillion + 1 photos in nature. If I could take a piece of nature around with me at all times, I so would. No second-thoughts about it. To my very amazement, JORD Wood Watches came into my life and made that a reality.

Let me begin by saying, I am a tough sell when it comes to watches. Reason being, I don't normally wear watches, and I don't necessarily care for watches. The last watch I wore held sentimental value to me because it was a gift from my mom. After it broke, I never replaced it. Translation: I keep and wear things that hold sentimental value to me, and I will not replace it unless it breaks, and even then, I don't go looking to replace it right away. So, owning a watch again was a huge deal for me.

 

 

Jord

Wood Watches

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The thing that sold me on a JORD timepiece was the idea of combining something modern with something organic and timeless. After all, watches should be just that - a piece that will last you many, many years and be a representation of you.

After many years of going "watch-less", I decided that JORD would be my watch of choice. It's because I felt like it would be a type of reflection of me, in a watch. I would be able to carry a piece of nature with me wherever I go, and by wearing it, I can also stand behind a company whose values are aligned with some of the things I feel strongly about such as sustainability and experiential living.

When I first visited the JORD website, I was amazed at how many wood finishes they had available - 13 to be exact. I browsed around and selected my favorite styles, one of which was one of their men's watches. Here's the one I was eyeing. Since many of their styles are unisex, it still would have been perfect, but I chose to go with something a little more me. I chose the Fieldcrest series in Maple. I love the simplicity and minimalist vibe it has going on.

 
 
HelloLovelyLiving.com | Jord Wood Watches | Fieldcrest in Maple
 

Okay, did you just see how pretty it is! I love the light, airy color of the wood. It legit matches my desk, not even kidding! See it here. That's how much I've been loving light, raw wood finishes.

When I opened up my package, I was greeted with a beautiful wooden box with a magnetic lid. Upon removing the lid, the watch rested on a jute pillow, and once I set my sights on it, I was blown away at how gorgeous it was. The finish was exactly as I envisioned, and it was perfect. By far, the most beautiful presentation I've yet to experience with a watch company. It's nice to know that such care and attention to detail also went into the packaging because I'm all about the details. 

 
HelloLovelyLiving.com | Jord Wood Watches | Stina is wearing Fieldcrest in Maple
 

The fitting of my watch was perfect, and I truly feel like I'm wearing a piece of luxury - natural luxury. It's just so beautifully crafted and made for me in every sense. The face of the watch features scratch-resistant mineral glass, and the buckle has a push button, making it actually fun and easy to remove. Let's be honest, I always hated how hard it was to remove watches! It's also interesting to know that the wood is finished and pretreated with tung oils, and if I ever need to clean it, I can use lemon or orange oil extract. Au naturale, just how I like it.

 
HelloLovelyLiving.com | Jord Wood Watches | Fieldcrest in Maple
 

Needless to say, I was very impressed with the presentation of the watch, the quality, and craftsmanship, the look, and how it makes me feel when I wear it. Everything. I can't say enough good things about my JORD Wood Watch, so I wanted to share a little bit of the love with you all by hosting a giveaway for those of you that are interested in getting in on a piece of the action. So, here it is!

 

 

JORD x Hello Lovely Living 

Giveaway

All entrants will receive a $25 consolation code once the giveaway ends. 

Open internationally. Giveaway ends on 4/23/17 at 11:59 pm CT.

 

 

I hope you enjoyed this post and that it offered a little bit of inspiration on how you can live out each moment more intentionally. For even more, catch me over on Instagram where I post on the daily! Keep on the lookout for more exciting giveaways like this in the future!

How do you experience the fulness of every moment? I'd love to hear about it in the comments below!

Disclosure: JORD reached out to me for this post and was so kind to send me a watch for honest review. As always, all thoughts and opinions are purely mine.

 
Giveaway | Win a $100 Netflix Gift Card
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It's giveaway time my lovelies! If you follow along with me, you know that I frequently do giveaways to give you all an opportunity to try out new things. Who doesn't love free stuff! Instagram is where I do most of my giveaways, so do follow along and stay in the loop! For this giveaway, I've teamed up with a group of bloggers to give away a $100 Netflix Gift Card. Netflix and chill, anyone? This would be great for those of you who are hardcore Netflix junkies or if you've yet to jump on the Netflix train. Don't miss out - and since we're on the topic, have you tried my Honey Caramel Matcha Popcorn? I think you'll love it for movie nights. Have an amazing weekend!

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GIVEAWAY DETAILS

Prize | $100 Netflix Gift Card

Giveaway organized by | Oh My Gosh Beck! (Please email becky@ohmygoshbeck.com with any questions.)

Rules | Use the Rafflecopter form to enter daily. Giveaway ends 5/13 and is open worldwide. Winner will be notified via email.

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DIY Copper Himmeli Hanging Planter + Mrs. Meyer's Giveaway

Hello Lovelies! I've been wanting to make these gorgeous copper himmeli, so when I needed to create a DIY submission after being selected as a semi-finalist for The Hunt for the First-Ever Mrs. Meyer's Homemaker, I knew I just had to make these. It looks like a challenge to make, but don't let that stop you - I found it to be so fun and relaxing.

If you're not familiar with himmeli, they are hanging geometric ornaments that originate from Finland and are traditionally made from straw. The word himmeli is actually derived from the German word for heaven, himmel, which I found really interesting. I fell in love with their modern and minimalist aesthetic, and they're so visually striking and can be made to form larger, more complex geometric patterns.

I absolutely love copper, but find copper decor to be quite expensive, so I thought this would be the perfect way for me to finally get my hands on a copper piece without the high price tag.  All of the supplies are easily accessible and really affordable. I believe I spent less than $40 for all of the supplies to make two, so you should definitely consider making these instead of purchashing them. It's also so much more rewarding to make your own things to appreciate. Let's get started with this DIY!


Materials & Tools


  • Copper tube ¼” diameter, 20 ft 
  • Copper wire 22 gauge, 25 ft
  • Junior tube cutter for cutting copper
  • 2 - Repurposed ceramic bowls
  • 2 - Small plants
  • Ruler
  • Scissors
  • Marker  

For hanging:

  • 2 - Swag hooks (30 lbs)
  • Fishing line (15 lbs)
  • Measuring tape
  • Drill

INSTRUCTIONS


To make each himmeli:

1 | With tube cutter, cut copper tube into the following lengths:

8" - 4 pcs

6" - 8 pcs

3" - 4 pcs 

2 | Measure copper wire to 10 ½ ft and cut. Using one end, string tubes (one of each) in the following order: 8", 6", 3", 6". For first set only: Leave about 2" of wire at the top. Fold over tube to secure. Taking the opposite, longer end of the wire, string back through 8" tube. Tighten tubes together so that they are securely in place.

3 | Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have made four sets.

4 | Cut a piece of wire 16" and string through all of the bottom 3" tubes to connect. Join and secure by twisting the ends together, cut any excess wire, then hide exposed wire inside one of the tube openings. 

5 | Join the top of the himmeli by twisting the two wires at the top. Cut any excess wire, then hide any exposed wire inside one of the tube openings. Taking another piece of wire, about 2" long, loop under pipes to create a ring, then twist to secure. Place excess wire inside one of the exposed tube openings.

6 | If the copper has tarnished while assembling, polish with a mixture of salt and lemon to form a paste. Let sit for 15 seconds and scrub in small, circular motions. Rinse with warm water and then wipe with a cloth.

 7 | To hang the himmeli, refer to the instructions that come with your swag hooks. Determine how far out from the wall you would like it to hang, then center that point in relation to your wall. Using that point as a guide, drill your holes and then secure your hooks. String fishing line through the himmeli ring, adjust height, then tie securely. Cut any excess line. 

8 | Place your plant inside your bowl and fill it with soil. Place planter in himmeli. Let your copper himmeli delight you for years to come!

If you enjoyed this DIY, I shot a video for Mrs. Meyer's, so you can go and see how the finished product turned out! While you're there, please support me in my run to become Mrs. Meyer's First-Ever Homemaker by tapping the heart icon next to my video and casting your vote for me! The voting period ends on Feb. 15, so I hope you're able to stop by before then and show some love! You can also learn more about what this contest entails for me here. 

I really do hope you try your hand at this DIY. It's super easy to make and I created this in hopes that you guys could have a himmeli of your own without spending an arm and a leg to get one. Don't forget to enter the giveaway below!


GIVEAWAY


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What do you think about himmeli?  I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! 

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