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Welcome to Cara Jane Curated- A Boston based blog all about fashion, home, and all around lifestyle inspiration!  I started this blog as a way to document a point in my life that has brought about some major changes. 

As a stay-at-home mom in my mid-thirties, I’ve found myself stepping away from my career to raise two toddlers while struggling with keeping up-to-date with cute, trendy styles that keep me looking age-appropriate without breaking the bank.  Living as a one income family in Boston is no joke! 

I love perusing my own closet to piece together new outfits, drawn from inspiration I find out and about in my amazing city and on this wonderful place called the internet.  Whether it be home decor, fashion, or creating cute crocheted projects (my favorite hobby!), I’m always looking for the best deals and cheaper alternatives.  I hope this blog inspires you to do the same or at the very least, rifle through your closets to see your older items in a new light!

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