Happy Friday! As you can see, we are making use of our leftover Halloween skull decorations and educating them on what good music sounds like (I can only assume he's listening to Katy Perry, but I can't tell for sure).
We have had quite the busy past month here at ABM trying to get ready for our new shop launch, but we took some time this week to celebrate our annual tradition of Friendsgiving, and boy, was it a delicious feast! Emma does all the cooking (because she likes that part), and we do all the eating (because we like that part), so it works out well for everyone. We will show you all the yummy details in the next few days.
We made Josh carve the turkey, so we thought it was only fair that he get the giant turkey leg. Sarah challenged him to break the wishbone with her, but we aren't sure who won since the middle broke off and hit Josh in the face! Does that mean he wins or loses??
We have been drinking lots of extra hot coffee and breaking out all our thick sweaters since the weather in Missouri went from the 70s to the 30s overnight. Lattes all around!
As you can see, Elsie is just about ready for her office tour. It could maybe use a light dusting, but otherwise it's almost complete…
As you can see, sometimes being a hand model gets you into some interesting situations. Ahh, the perils of blog life! Have a great weekend, everyone! xo. Laura
Credits// Author: Laura Gummerman. Photos: Sarah Rhodes and Janae Hardy. Photos edited with the A Beautiful Mess Actions.
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Aww, it looks like fall around the ABM studios! Is it weird that Casual Fridays are some of my favorite posts? I love seeing the behind the scenes of what you guys do. I’m looking forward to some of your Thanksgiving recipes I’m sure you’ll inevitably be sharing!
Cat
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So fun! Adore the chandelier with the leaves. Pinning!
Warm Regards,
Alexandra
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Fun photos! Where are those adorable hair pins from? Are they available in the ABM shop?
Thanks, Maggie <3
Yes, you can find them here:
http://shop.abeautifulmess.com/shop/accessories
-Emma
I love seeing the photos from ABM’s annual Friendsgiving, as well as the resulting recipe posts from Emma. Laura your sweater (or cardigan) is so beautiful! Enjoy a restful weekend, ABM family 🙂
Dream job
Would love to know what brand headphones you all use and love- plus they look adorable on the skull!! Thanks!
I feel the pain, Elsie! My office is…a disaster right now. I can’t wait to see all the awesome and delicious recipes coming up from Friendsgiving!
xoxo
Taylor
Always love this Behind The Scene of ABM Team…
Everything looks so cozy and warm! I had a good laugh over the wishbone incident. And I agree with Love CompassionateLee – your cardigan is absolutely adorable, Laura! Where’d you get it, if you don’t mind me asking?
Have a nice weekend, ABM team!
Oz
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Love this series… and thats the first messy photo of elsie i have seen for real..ha ha.. love your cardigan/coat Laura..
xo
Hems
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I love the idea of a Friendsgiving. I might have to do that someday! And I love these. Haha, Elsie’s studio looks like my life every day… only prettier and minus dirty diapers on the floor (rolled up and contained, but uh… mom life).
xo
Kristina
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They’re Urbanears! They’re great and I love how many colors they have to choose from. 🙂 -Sarah
sarah and josh are seriously adorable!
looks like another fun week! :)))
xo, cheyenne
Shout out to Elsie for having three cups of coffee on her desk. 😀 A girl after my own heart!
I really love your casual Friday posts and all the behind the scenes action!
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Fun photos! That is one boogie bird!
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Lol I love the handmodeling photo. It’s funny to think of what you must do to get the perfect shot.
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Love these behind the scenes posts. It’s really nice to see what goes on away from the pretty DIYs and perfectly styled shoots. x
These have become my faovurite posts! I really enjoy getting this little glimpse into your everyday 🙂
okay y’all, that MOON CALENDAR. love it! if you wanna tell me where you got it, I’d appreciate that 😉
Laura that cardigan!! Where’s it from please? Xxx
Oh Laura, you must tell us! Where did you get that gorgeous cardigan?!
Looks like you guys work hard and play hard around the ABM studio. Definitely my kind of work place. Love all the behind the scenes photos. 🙂
such fun!
xo, rn
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It’s from Forever 21 last year, but I think they have a similar one out this year 🙂
Laura
It’s from Forever 21 last year, but I think they have a similar one out this year 🙂
Laura
I love Laura’s mug in the second to last photo! These posts are some of my favorites. There’s always something to make me smile. 🙂
It’s from Schoolhouse Electric 🙂
Laura
It’s from Forever 21 last year, but I think they have a similar one out this year 🙂
Laura
Fun post and pics! Thanks for sharing!
Your friends all look artsy and creative like you!
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that office!!
what a (beautiful) mess!
Everything looks like so much fun.
I LOVED this post! Makes me miss Josh and Sarah even more — I guess I’m just going to have to come for a visit soon! ECK! xo
Can I come work there?! 😉 Looks so fun you guys + I adore these posts. You’re all such cuties!! xoxo
Can I come work there?! 😉 Looks so fun you guys + I adore these posts. You’re all such cuties!! xoxo
Love how the studio is coming together! So adorable!
xoxo Sydney at Twine Interiors
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Falling for the leaves!! 🙂
Wow, you guys really have the best job ever! Hope you have a lovely weekend 🙂
This is probably the first time I’ve commented on your blog. I’ve followed you guys for years and just wanted to share how appreciative I am of you guys and your work! Inspiration can be found here every day – what a treat. I love everything about you guys other than the fact that I want every single clothing piece you own. That doesn’t help things. But it’s okay.
What a super fun post! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Liefs,
Yara
Laura — I love the lipstick you are wearing! What kind and color is it?
I am loving Laura’s cardigan and hat!! So cute!!
Hi! I really like the hair clips you featured in one of the photos, is there a tutorial posted on making them? They’re adorable!!
love that sugar skull with the headphones– hah!
xx nikki
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Hi Francesca! You can find them on our shop site at http://shop.abeautifulmess.com/shop/accessories 🙂 -Jacki
I think we should get Laura’s OOTD details too, she always looks so cute!
Haha, I love these posts, they always make everyone’s personalities shine!