Nesting: Set Tour of Julie James' Home for I Know What You Did Last Summer

Jennifer Love Hewitt and entertainment reporter Tommy DiDario gave fans a small set tour of Jennifer's character Julie James' home for the upcoming movie I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot/sequel/revival (I consider it to be all three). Well, it wasn't quite a set tour more like showcasing the mantel. As well as giving us a look at one of Julie's outfits and a little information about the character. And not to mention gifting Tommy that t-shirt. I'm a little jealous, I'd love one of those t-shirts with the iconic line "What are you waiting for?!"

Okay, aside from the items Jennifer talked about (that artwork is amazing), some of the things I noticed were:

1. The books stored in the fire place and up high on the shelves near the celling. I figure since Julie is now a Professor, the set designer probably wanted to highlight that with all the books.
2. Her diploma on the wall. I find it interesting that it almost blends into the wall.
3. From what little of Julie's house we see, it has a very old, slightly dark academia feel to it. Which includes the little knick-knacks placed around the mantel.

As a fan of the I Know What You Did Last Summer franchise, I can't wait to see this movie which will be in theatres Friday, July 18th. I'll be honest, I'm not that interested in the new characters, I'm sure they're probably interesting (at least I hope so). However, the real draw to seeing this movie for me is Julie and Ray Bronson. I wish the movie had just been centered around them but hopefully, Ray and Julie will have a good story and a good amount of screen time. Because I want to know what happened in their lives and if they will hopefully survive.

Nesting: Worthy Bookmark

I love bookmarks, I have at least over 30 of them. I'm looking for a new bookmark and found this one, Worthy by Oh Happy Dani. I like the art and message that this bookmark is saying. So once I finish posting this, I'm going to order it. And I'll post it once I get it.

Worthy Bookmark                $4.00                 Oh Happy Dani (ohhappydani.com)

Nesting: Barbie Malibu Comic Mug

This Barbie Malibu Comic Mug is so cute, it definitely has an 80s vibe to it. And it feels like a fun summer mug, yeah you can use it all year long but it's just very summery. I also love all the colorful illustrations, as a comic book fan all it feels like they reprinted a page from a comic.

As a Barbie fan, I really like this, I may have to get it. It's certainly a mug I'd use to drink my tea as well as I'd just love to add it to my ever-growing mug collection.

Barbie Malibu Comic Mug                        $18.00 (11 ounces)                                   Mattel Creations (creations.mattel.com)

- Ceramic
- Dishwasher and Microwave Safe

Nesting: Jennifer Love Hewitt's Christmas Decorations

If you celebrate Christmas, have you started decorating or do you plan on decorating? Well, if you're looking for a little inspiration, check out this picture below of actress Jennifer Love Hewitt's mantel area. I love these decorations, it's an eclectic mix of cute, adorable and colorful items. All the pastel makes me think of cotton candy. It's just such quirky and fun Christmas décor.

This is only small sample of her Christmas decorations. To see more, she has a video on both her main Instagram account and her Holiday Junkie account, here's the link.

Photo Credit: Jennifer Love Hewitt  (Instagram: Holiday Junkie   the.holidayjunkie)

Nesting: Our Flag Means Death Mug

There is now official Our Flag Means Death merchandise. As soon as I found out, I had to post it. I don't know when the collection (which so far only has six items) launched but now fans can finally get official merchandise. And I know the first thing that I want, it's this mug. I love it, one side has the show's name/logo and "Every Captain Needs a Mate". While the other side has the second season promo image of Stede and Ed/Blackbeard in a heart shape.

No surprise I want this, I love mugs and watching Our Flag Means Death, so of course this would be the first thing I'd get. I do hope at some point a tote bag will be released because that's also something I would get.

Our Flag Means Death - Every Captain Needs A Mate Mug                        $14.95 (11 ounces)                                   HBO Shop (shop.hbo.com)

- Ceramic
- Dishwasher and Microwave Safe
- Also available in 15 ounces ($17.95)

Nesting: Sea & Sand Candle

I don't know what it is about fall but I just love to light candles. I light candles during the other seasons just not as much as I do during the fall. I just love how they add a little extra warmth to a room. A candle that I have been thinking of getting is this giant Sea & Sand candle. It's 53 ounces which is why I can see why it cost $32.99. However, the price is the thing that's making me not rush out and buy one of these candles. But it would definitely last for quite some time. I don't know, I'll think about it.

Sea & Sand 53 oz. Candle                $32.99 each                 Costco (costco.com)

- Available in three fragrances: Light Green (California Beach House), Light Gray (Teakwood) and Light Pink (Coconut & Palm)
- 53 ounces
- Soy Wax Blend with Essential Oils
- Four Cotton Lead Free Wicks
- 49 Hours Burn Time

Nesting: Buffy the Vampire Slayer Mug

Depending on what you're a fan of, sometimes there's a lot of merchandise (official and unofficial). While other times there's very little or none at all. So, as a geek, there's no surprise I like finding interesting or fun fandom things. It's just nice having a little something from your favorite fandoms.

As some of you might know (especially if you visit Book Girl often), I love mugs. I have so many of them from regular to fandom ones. I was searching through Society6 looking at mugs when I found this Buffy the Vampire Slayer mug. I really like it because it has all these little symbols and icons that represent the show. It's Buffy the Vampire Slayer without stating it.

Buffy Symbology Mug by arthurpopular                                 $20.00 (11 ounces)                                           Society6 (society6.com)

- Ceramic
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
- Large handle for easy gripping

Wish List Wednesday: September 6th

Happy Wednesday!

For today's Wish List Wednesday, I only have two things on my list. The first is easily attainable and the second is truly a beloved wish that I hope one day will come true. Anyway, here's my list.

Nesting: Teapot and Tea Cup from the "Red, White & Royal Blue" Promo Video

I was watching a promo video for Red, White & Royal Blue when I noticed the teapot and cups that were being used by the actors Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez. I'm a tea drinker, so of course I would notice the teapot and cups which I believe are by Maxwell & Williams. I think both the teapot and cups are so cute and I like the eye-catching pattern and the blue, pink and purple color combination.

To get the look, I did a search but I couldn't find the exact one that was featured in the video. However, I did find a similar one in blue, green and white.

Wish List Wednesday: May 31st

Happy Wednesday!

I can't believe it's the last day of the month. So for today's Wish List Wednesday, I only have two things on my list. One I can easily get while the second is truly a wish list item that's for sure.

Motivation Monday: Deal with Tiny Clutter Problems

I don't really enjoy decluttering, but I found tackling tiny clutter problems can give you a sense of relief and happiness just as much as doing the big decluttering purges. No surprise that the smallest areas are the ones we use the most, so making those areas more efficient can help our lives run more smoothly. Some common tiny clutter problems are: desk, entry way, coffee table, bathroom counter or cabinet, night stand, computer/phone, kitchen counter or drawer, etc.

Right now my Tiny Clutter Problems are my desk and computer. I've been so busy that I haven't been able to clear away the clutter and now my desk is so messy. There's so much stuff on it, which is mostly books, notebooks and other odds and ends but I want it cleared away. Which is why I will be decluttering and organizing it today. I can't go another day with it looking so messy. I'm also going to declutter my computer and get rid of any unimportant pictures and files I no longer need or want. That really does takes up a lot of digital space.

I really think seeing a neat and tidy space can brighten your day. So getting rid of even a few things and items can make you feel good and simplify your life.

Fashion and Nesting with a Cause: Kevin Bacon's SixDegrees: T-Shirt, Tote Bag, Notebook and Mug

Are you interested in helping to fight bans on drag performers and performances? Well actor Kevin Bacon's SixDegrees non-profit organization has for a limited time relased a few Drag is an Art items to support the cause: a t-shirt, tote bag, notebook and mug. And the proceeds will benefit the ACLU Drag Defense Fund which supports the ACLU’s work to:

- Defend drag in communities across the country.
- Push back against LGBTQ book bans and classroom censorship.
- Fight anti-LGBTQ bills in court.
- Invest in public education and culture change work.


T-Shirt

Drag is an Art T-Shirt                        $25.99                     Bonfire (bonfire.com)

Available in six different styles:

- Premium Unisex Tee     ($25.99)
- Pullover Hoodie             ($37.99)
- Crewneck Sweatshirt    ($36.99)
- Classic Unisex Tee         ($24.99)
- Flowy Cropped Tee       ($30.99)
- Youth Unisex Tee           ($23.99)

Nesting: Scooby-Doo Tumbler

With the weather starting to warm up, I know I'm going to be outside more. Usually when I'm out, whether running errands or simply enjoying day, I carry a water bottle or tumbler. As a bonus, using a reusable water bottle or tumbler are good for the environment and you save money by not buying a lot of bottled water, pop, etc. that you use once and then have to throw away (or if it's possible recycle).

Anyway, I really love this Scooby-Doo heart pattern tumbler, it's so cute. I love that each of the characters' signature colors and clothes are in little hearts. It's not stated on the product page but I'm pretty sure the straw is included. I know this was released as part of a Valentine's Day collection but you don't need a specific holiday to use something. It's a bit pricey for a tumbler but the pattern is so cute.

Scooby-Doo Heart Pattern Skinny Tumbler                                 $37.95                                           WB Shop (wbshop.com)

- 20 ounces
- Stainless Steel
- Double-wall Vacuum Insulation

Nesting: Striped Bookend on the Diaz Family's Bookcase (9-1-1)

I love bookcases, they make a home feel cozy and personal. I like that you can see someone's personality and interest from all the different books and knick-knacks displayed throughout the shelves. And speaking of bookcases, there's a scene in the 9-1-1 third season episode Fools, where Christopher Diaz was sitting at the dining room table talking with his father Eddie. And during that scene, I noticed a striped bookend on the shelf of the bookcase that was behind Christopher.

(9-1-1 season 3 episode 12: Fools)

The décor in the Diaz house (minus Christopher's bedroom) is pretty neutral and lowkey and this bookend perfectly goes with it. What I like about this bookend is the stripe detail makes this very eye-catching. To get the look, I found a very similar bookend that just might be the exact match of the one used in the show. If not, it's definitely close.


Bookend

Striped Marble & Wood Bookend                            $45.00 (sale, regular price $60.00) for one                                      West Elm (westelm.com)

- 3"w x 4"d x 5.75"h
- Handcrafted
- White Marble and Mango Wood

Nesting: Evan Buckley's mugs

I love noticing recurring home décor little details in shows for instance, the sleek and sophisticated gray mugs that Evan "Buck" Buckley uses. The first time I noticed the mugs were back in 9-1-1's third season 16th episode The One That Got Away. Since then, the mugs have appeared throughout the series with the most recent in the sixth season 4th episode Animal Instincts.

Whether he's drinking out of them alone or guests using them such as his big sister Maddie (season 3 episode 16), his then girlfriend Taylor Kelly (season 5 episode 14: Dumb Luck), his friends and co-workers Henrietta "Hen" Wilson and Howard "Chimney" Han (season 5 episode 17: Hero Complex) and an old friend Connor (season 6 episode 4). Since I couldn't find the exact mugs that are used on the show, I found some that were similar.

(9-1-1 season 6 episode 4: Animal Instincts)

Organizing Tip: How to Keep your Bedroom Chair Free of Clutter

Happy Sunday!

I want to start posting more cleaning and organizing tips. Like so many of you, I'm not super organized or a neat freak, I have to make an effort to keep my place clean and organized especially since where I live is small.

An organizing issue I have been dealing with is my reading chair in my bedroom that's filled with piles of clothes and other stuff. Well, I've dealt with this issue several times, I put that chair in my bedroom so that I could read, however, my stuff has sat in that chair more than me. It's usually just clothes that I've either worn but didn't put away or clothes I thought about wearing but also didn't put away.

The growing pile of discarded clothes on my chair was making not only my bedroom feel stressful but also myself every time I looked at it. I have a small bedroom so I have to make sure to keep everything organized or it wouldn't take long before it's cluttered up with stuff. Which is why I was feeling guilty that I had all this clutter (that was growing daily) and that I wasn't able to use my chair to actually sit down and read. I would say that my cluttered chair is one of a factors in my reading slump because it's one of the excuses I've used for why I'm not reading.

Well, not any more. Because recently, I came up with a quick solution to finally keeping the stuff out of my chair. I bought one of those tiered shoe racks to put all my clothes on until I can put them back in the closet or dresser. I make sure to fold and store anything that's clean and put anything dirty in my laundry basket.

So far it's working but it's only been a few days. I've been giving myself a deadline to put my stuff away so that my clothes aren't sitting on the rack for days and weeks. Since this is a new storage system I'm testing out, I'm giving myself plenty of time to get used to keeping my chair free from stuff. It's been stated that it takes about 21-30 days for a new habit to form, so, I'm still in the new habit forming stage of getting organized. After 30 days I'll write an update to see how this is going.

If you're dealing with the same issue, feel free to use this shoe rack storage tip and if you have a larger bedroom you could probably use one of those freestanding rack or valet stand to hang or place your clothes on.

Nesting: R2-D2 Popcorn Maker

I love watching my favorite movies or shows and having some popcorn while I watch them. And I've been thinking of getting a new popcorn maker because the one I have is nearing it's end. I found this R2-D2 one and it's so cool. However, the price makes me think that this is not the droid, I mean popcorn maker that I'm looking for. I know, I just had to say it.

This is pretty cool but I'm a geek on a budget, so I'm wondering if this is worth getting? But as as a Star Wars fan I think this is so cool and it's totally caught my interest. I love all the details and it truly looks like R2-D2. I do make a lot of popcorn so my reasoning would be that this will pay for itself in the long run. I'm definitely going to think about it.

Star Wars R2D2 Popcorn Maker                                 $99.95                                          Williams Sonoma (williams-sonoma.com)

- Air Popper
- 12 1/2" x 9 3/4" x 16" high
- BPA-free plastic housing
- Head doubles as a serving bowl
- Includes butter warmer and popcorn scoop

Nesting: Slytherin Mug

I know I need to stay off the Harry Potter Shop website because I always find something that I want, like this Slytherin mug. I'm not the biggest Slytherin fan but I really like this mug. I like all the little details from the symbols to the Slytherin house traits including the snake on the inside of the mug.

Why am I always looking at mugs? And it's not like I don't already have plenty of them but that doesn't stop me from wanting to add just one more. Alright Harry Potter fans, would you get this mug?

Slytherin Attribute Mug                                $20.00                                          Harry Potter Shop (harrypottershop.com)

- 16 ounces

Fashion and Nesting Meets Fandom: Christopher Diaz's Star Wars Backpack and Water Bottle

When I first watched this scene from the 9-1-1 fifth season 11th episode Outside Looking In, I remember noticing Christopher Diaz's Star Wars backpack and water bottle. No surprise since I'm a big Star Wars fan. I love how on the show, Christopher's interests are constantly shown such as dinosaurs, sea animals, space/solar system, art, etc. in either big or little details.

I believe this episode introduced his interest of Star Wars with the backpack and water bottle. Chris' backpack was shown again in the fifth season finale Starting Over when his father Eddie was packing it before they left to take Chris to school.

(Christopher and Eddie Diaz        9-1-1 season 5 episode 11: Outside Looking In)

Nesting: Hen and Karen Wilson's Mrs. Mugs

I just love when set designers/decorators add items that perfectly reflect the characters on shows. For instance, these Mrs. and Mrs. mugs that Henrietta "Hen" Wilson and her wife Dr. Karen Wilson were using in the 9-1-1 fifth season episode May Day. The mugs are sleek and minimalist and perfect for drinking out of as Hen and Karen question whether Paramedic Jonah Greenway was responsible for the death of 9-1-1 Dispatcher Claudette Collins.

To get the look, I found a similar mug but in gold lettering. It still has the same minimalist design but the gleaming gold accent gives it that pop of something extra. This mug might not be an official 9-1-1 set piece but it's the closest I can get to finding.

(9-1-1 season 5 episode 16: May Day)

Threshold Stoneware Mrs. Mug                                $7.00                                          Target (target.com)

- 15 ounces
- dishwasher and microwave safe