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Yoga Teacher Journey: Week Four

March 10, 2016

Yoga Teacher Journey: Week Four

Yoga Teacher Training is moving along just like the seasons!  We’ve even been able to walk to and from our studio, Yoga Loft in River North to enjoy the delightful pre-Spring Chicago weather. Within our training, we have already learned half of the full Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series.  This includes: Surya Namaskara A, Surya Namaskara B and the Standing Sequence. It’s pretty cool…

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Crystal Chronicles: Tiger’s Eye

March 4, 2016

Crystal Chronicles: Tiger’s Eye

It may have just snowed in Chicago, but there’s a twinkle of hope in everyone’s eye that warmer days are on the horizon. March 20th marks the first day of Spring – a season of new beginnings and change. As fresh buds bloom and the earth seems to come to life again, there are exciting things happening…

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Yoga Teacher Journey: Week Two + Three

March 1, 2016

Yoga Teacher Journey: Week Two + Three

As the Yoga Teacher training journey continues, amazing things are starting to happen. These Dolls have been practicing yoga every day for almost a month.. Time flies when you’re in savasana! Caitlin and Dani feel lighter, happier and healthier. When you start investing in yourself, a light turns on in your soul that you didn’t even realize was switched…

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Stile-ish Makeup Premier

February 24, 2016

Stile-ish Makeup Premier

The Dolls were invited to a makeup event at one of our go-to beauty stores, and you know we would never turn down an event to get glam. The Fiona Stiles makeup line premiered at Ulta Beauty and we all celebrated the fearless mistake-free makeup with the lady herself. Fiona Stiles makeup line is truly…

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How to Style your Coffee Table

February 22, 2016

How to Style your Coffee Table

When you invite someone into your home, you’re inviting them to get to know you better – to take a peek into your lifestyle and personality. First impressions are everything and your living space should be a reflection you! There’s a blank canvas sitting right in your living room.  Here’s how to style your coffee…

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Healthy Lifestyle from the Inside Out

February 19, 2016

Healthy Lifestyle from the Inside Out

Love. Love. Love. It’s everywhere this month! At this very moment you may still be swooning over your Valentine’s date night, shopping the 50% candy aisle, or maybe you’re even thankful to have avoided the holiday all together. Whatever you’re into… There is one person you should love the most all year to maintain a healthy lifestyle- YOURSELF….

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STS9 Chicago Concerts

February 15, 2016

STS9 Chicago Concerts

STS9 came to Chicago this Valentine’s Day for a meteoric two-night performance. The famed electronic jam band stepped onto the stage in front of their ride-or-die fans roaring to get down to live instruments fused with digital beats. Ready? Blast off. Caitlin’s Grace Chainmail Collar necklace is available here. Living in Chicago in the wintertime is no easy task….

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Yoga Teacher Journey: Week One

February 13, 2016

Yoga Teacher Journey: Week One

There is no time like the present to further your knowledge on a topic that you’re passionate towards, add a skill to your list or just to challenge yourself. No matter what is going on in your personal or professional life – make time for yourself to achieve the goals that make your happy. For…

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3-in-1 Fishtail Braid Tutorial

February 9, 2016

3-in-1 Fishtail Braid Tutorial

The Dolls have a new hair DIY video today! You’re going to love this easy fishtail braid tutorial. The style is on trend and looks so much more complicated than it really is. What more can you ask of a hairstyle? With this look, three braids become one. Your hair, your tresses, your beautiful mane is one of…

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Crystal Chronicles: Rose Quartz

February 5, 2016

Crystal Chronicles: Rose Quartz

Whether you’re mid-snuggle with your Valentine, on a journey to self-love, or welcoming cupid with open arms, LOVE is the greatest virtue of all. The February crystal of the month is the love stone, ROSE QUARTZ. Rose Quartz is connected to the Heart or 4th Chakra and is a heart-nurturing stone, bringing love, joy and…

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Once upon a time... there were two best friends that lived in a Dollhouse. That's where the story began. While the pages of this digital storybook keep turning, one thing remains the same. Caitlin and Dani are by each other's side through the ups, downs and all the realness in between.

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💕 Each other’s company
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New York state of mind 🗽🚕🍎 We touched dow New York state of mind 🗽🚕🍎 We touched down in the OG concrete jungle for an epic Dollventure 🎀 Click the link in our bio for our full travel diary including all the deets on where we stayed 🏩 @westgatenyc ✨📸 @guidedbydestiny
Bring on the gilded glamour…. 🎀📸✨https:/ Bring on the gilded glamour…. 🎀📸✨https://liketk.it/3Epa6 📷: @guidedbydestiny
Happy Birthday Dani Doll 🎀 The glow-getter we a Happy Birthday Dani Doll 🎀 The glow-getter we all adore 💜

Dani is the BEST best friend 👯‍♀️ Loyal to the core, FUN, caring and dependable 🎂 

May this year bring you as much JOY as you bring to everyone around you 🦋Love 💕 Adventure 🌎and Prosperity 💰

Love you to the furthest stars and back my soul sista, ride or die, yin to my yang ☯️
📸 @guidedbydestiny
A best friend should be treated like your favorite A best friend should be treated like your favorite designer purse 👛 Show them off with pride, fill them up with a mix of secrets and goodies, and take GOOD care of them 🎀Oh, and don’t forget to coordinate your outfit… that’s a Dollhouse staple 🛍Shop our looks (including the best dupes of our CC boots) ➡️ https://liketk.it/3Axc9
Saddle up 👯‍♀️🐎 5 tips for establishin Saddle up 👯‍♀️🐎 5 tips for establishing a Ride or Die friendship are live on the blog now🎀 Click the 🔗in our bio to read. 📸by @crystalnicolestudios at @springwillowfarm Shop our looks ➡️ https://liketk.it/3AACe
So fresh and so green 🍀💚✨ @nobuchicago kn So fresh and so green 🍀💚✨
 @nobuchicago knows wellness 🎀 Last weekend we experienced a vibing group swim aerobics class with @drgenieveburley @leftonfriday 👙 Magical soundbath by @currentvibrations 🧘🏼‍♀️🧘🏽‍♀️private @nobupilatesofficial class 🤍all the amazing sushi 🍣 and stayed in a magnificent hotel room 🏩Check out our most recent story highlights for more 🪄shop our looks via @ltk.hq https://liketk.it/3A2cL
It’s a cashmere-acle ✨✨✨ GIVEAWAY CLOSED! It’s a cashmere-acle ✨✨✨ GIVEAWAY CLOSED! 🎀 These luxe sets take us from home to out-and-about feeling & looking 💯 Click the link in our bio to shop online with code OUA10 for 10% off and enter to win a $200 gift card below:
1️⃣ Follow @nomadbasic
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BONUS ENTRIES: 1 comment = 1 entry and you can tag 1 friend per comment.
Please note you must be following @nomadbasic to win.
 
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#ad Chicago knows cold 🌬🏙❄️ That's why w #ad Chicago knows cold 🌬🏙❄️ That's why we bundle up and take care of ourselves when we get sick 🧖🏼‍♀️🧖🏼‍♀️ @mucinex_us Fast-Max Cold & Flu All in One is our go-to for cold & flu symptoms, providing multi-symptom relief day or night so we can get back to Dollin' around 👯‍♀️ Join us Saturday Feb 19th – 25th for the Mucinex Scavenger Hunt Down the Symptoms 🎀 Complete all tasks and you’ll be entered to win flight accommodations, a hotel stay, and two tickets to a once-in-a-lifetime VIP concert experience at the LA iHeart Radio theater for a concert of your choice! Use as directed. #mucinex #ad #huntthesymptoms
Chic happens 🧖🏼‍♀️🧖🏽‍♀️💄Getting ready for #ValentinesDay in our luxe @cozyearth towels - you MUST feel them to believe how great they really are 💝 Treat yourself & someone you LOVE ➡️ use code DOLLHOUSE40 for 40% off 🛍

P.S. Swipe to see our littlest Valentine 🧸
Our drinks sparkle just like our friendship 👯‍♀️✨The new @sparklingice lemonade variety pack is to Doll for with tasty flavors and zero sugar 🍋🍓🫐🎀 - and tbh the perfect mixer 🥂 Cheers! #FlavorCrew #sponsored#SparklingIceLemonadeVariety
This DIY décor will not sit on the sidelines 🏈 This DIY décor will not sit on the sidelines 🏈 Click the  link in our bio for more 🎀 P.S. is it halftime yet?!! #partner @rustoleum
🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 We just found one of our 🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 We just found one of our favorite healthy snacks at one of our favorite stores and we're giving away a $50 Costco Gift Card plus 5 boxes of deliciousness to celebrate🎀🥣🎊 @eatsupernola has so many delicious flavors packed with superfoods and NO refined sugar, gluten, grain, dairy, or peanuts! Make sure you're following both accounts and tag a friend below to enter 👯‍♀️
Today we are celebrating 6️⃣ years of Once Upo Today we are celebrating 6️⃣ years of Once Upon a Dollhouse and we are twirling our way into the next chapter of our digital storybook 👯‍♀️📚 Follow along, we are an open book 📖 New blog post - link in bio! 📸by: @crystalnicolestudios 🛍 Shop here ➡️https://liketk.it/3vkQh
#ad Double tap if your cycle syncs with your besti #ad Double tap if your cycle syncs with your bestie 👯‍♀️ 🗓 ❣️We signed each other up for @mycycleclub - a monthly customizable period box with that curbs our cravings and helps us get through our periods with less pain! 🎁  SIGN UP HERE: https://mycycleclub.com?ref:Dollhouse

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#ad A best friend is always your best accessory 👯‍♀️ but we also adore a bold print 🤎🖤We discovered these @ellentracynyc goodies just in time for the holidays 👛Click the link in our bio for our styling notes 📝
We both received the Covid vaccine as an act of lo We both received the Covid vaccine as an act of love for ourselves and others, and now we're heading to our holiday get-togethers feeling more comfortable and confident.  💉💓  Our families feel safe to gather and celebrate together because we got vaccinated 🎄 🎀 #stopthespread Visit https://www.vaccines.gov/ to find vaccines & boosters near you! #ElBeacon 📸by: @crystalnicolehq
Not a creature was stirring not even a 🐭🐜🪲🕸 We are partnering with @foxpestcontrol to GIVE AWAY one YEAR of pest control services 🎀 Here’s to no more unwelcomed guests for the holidays… or ever!🎄🎅🏼 Winner announced 12/31 🎉 Here’s how to enter:
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