Welcome!
Welcome Emilee Speaks.
Hi, I’m Emilee — a reader, maker, and systems enthusiast. I write about books, music, creative hobbies, and the cozy routines that shape everyday life. ❤ If you want to know more, just click this button below!
WANNA KNOW MORE?
read more
  • 1
    Reading Life
    Books are one of the anchors of my life. Here you’ll find what I’m reading, my 75-book challenge progress, annotation systems, and the little routines that make reading part of everyday life.♡
    Read more
  • 2
    Creative Life
    Creativity keeps my hands busy and my brain happy. This is where I share polymer clay creations, behind-the-scenes from my Etsy shop, and the hobbies that bring color and curiosity into my days. ♡
    Learn more
  • 3
    Cozy Living
    The small rhythms that make life feel a little softer. Music discoveries, journaling, seasonal reflections, and the cozy everyday moments that shape a thoughtful life. ♡
    Learn more

february favorites [2013]

Can you believe it's already March!?  Seems like just yesterday we were Christmas shopping, but here it is time for February Favorites!



I can't tell you enough how much I LOVE this candle!  It's a Bath & Body Works candle in the fragrance London Calling [Tea & Lemon].  Let me tell you... it smells EXACTLY like a glass of tea with lemon.  It's amazing and smells so clean and fresh.  



This brush was featured in my recent Ulta Haul post.  It's by far the best foundation brush I've ever used.  I even like it more than my much more expensive Sigma foundation brush.  The bristles are soft & dense, which provides the perfect flawless coverage.  I can't believe how affordable this brush is for the quality.  You must try it.



Maybelline's The Rocket mascara was also featured in my recent Ulta Haul post.  After using for several weeks, I can definitely say I really like it.  I won't say it's the best mascara I've ever used, but it's a pretty great one.  



The winter weather has reeked havoc on my skin.  I'm loving the mark. whipped up body butter in the fragrance Jasmine Petal.  A wonderfully creamy texture that provides lots of moisture to the skin.  Plus, the fragrance adds a delightful touch of spring when the snow is coming down outside.


My other beauty winter rescue has been Moroccan Oil.  It has added moisture to my hair, and kept it so healthy and shiny.  This is obviously a stock photo, my bottle is a mess :)