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Me Time At Milk Crate

June 20, 2019 By Kari Leave a Comment

poppy barley summer-1I always feel like a whole new mom when I get a few hours to myself. It’s an added bonus if I’m able to explore a new coffee shop, boutique, or restaurant in my city. Having a couple of hours to “check out” while somebody else watches our little man Wyatt is pure gold for me. I love to swap out my mom uniform for an outfit in which I feel fabulous, and head to a coffee shop solo, sipping on a beautifully-crafted latte, with no interruptions. After an hour or two of that, I can’t wait to get back home and hang with my family! I know I’m a better mom when I’m taking care of myself.

poppy barley summer-2My most recent “Me time” was at Milk Crate – a new cafe in Epcor Tower opened by Steve Brochu, formerly of Chartier. I indulged in one of the best almond milk lattes I’ve ever had (and I’ve had a ton), and a delicious, freshly-baked scone. Milk Crate offers coffee, baked goods, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and (most recently) homemade ice cream sandwiches! As an added bonus for every visitor, you can’t help but enjoy the aroma of made-in-house Sourdough bread when you walk in.

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What I Wore

poppy barley summer-6 The Perfect Handbag

It’s sure nice to sport something other than my Mom Bag every once in a while. I’m in love with The Perfect Handbag from Poppy Barley – one of my favourite brands – designed in Canada and ethically made. This 100% leather bag comes with the perfect amount of pockets to store your laptop, phone, and headphones. The centre console (as I like to call it) is a zippered pocket in the middle for those personal items you may not want to flash when you open your purse (y’know, loose receipts, kid snacks, etc…just like that one room of the house with the door closed every time company comes over)! The Perfect Handbag comes in black and sand pebble. Shop it here.

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Gold Shoes

You’ll probably wear gold shoes more than you think you will. The colour really does go with everything! Poppy Barley’s Summerland Sandal is stylish and comfy with a 3″ natural stacked heel. You can rock these at the office, with a cute dress to a patio date, or to a summer wedding. The shoes are super versatile and come in three different colours. Shop here. 

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Dress | Minimum Blazer From Bamboo Ballroom (sold out) Check out a similar jacket here | Earrings

Photography + Makeup: Elizabeth Segura

 

Pin this to your Explore Canada and Canadian fashion boards and follow me on Pinterest here.

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Thank you to Poppy Barley for teaming up in this product for post partnership.
As always, thoughts and opinions are mine. 

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xx

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A peek into our master bedroom! Where the magic ha A peek into our master bedroom! Where the magic happens.😅 Typically covered with piles of laundry, two dogs, and likely a few Hot Wheels, but here she is in all her glory looking fine.

There are five unique decor features of our room that I’ve shared at KariSkelton.com, including a trick I used to elevate (and make portable) our bedside tables. Click the link under my bio @kariskelton to read!

I organized our Master this week and next up - my closet! I’ll be sharing that process on stories later this week. Are you on an organizing mission this month too?
2020. Thank you for the gift of quality time. (scr 2020. Thank you for the gift of quality time. (screw you for the rest of it). 😜

Not sure about my 'best nine' according to The Gram but these were some of my faves from 2020.❤

I'm grateful for my family and grateful for all of you for supporting us in our ventures. We hope you have a fabulous new year and here's to 2021! 🥂🥂
Contest Closed! Congrats to our winner @cdk04! Gi Contest Closed! Congrats to our winner @cdk04!

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Two 'Explore Edmonton' T-Shirts by @print_machine (choice of either #ExploreEdmonton logo or Bison Tee & sizes).

Westmount Soap Co. variety pack + soap dish (@westmountsoapcompany ).

Mod Pots Ceramics Edmonton Mug (@modpotsceramics).

Alberta Pin Co. YEG pin (black) (@albertapinco).

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