This Saturday, my neighbor Lydia & I vowed to wake up at 6am and conquer the much anticipated Balboa Island garage sale. I went to bed early & work up bright eyed & bushy tailed. We started our morning off with a quick trip to Starbucks & some fresh baked treats from the Cinnamon Roll...
When we moved into our house, the first thing Troy & I wanted to do was paint. Something about color on the walls feels more like home. We went to Home Depot, chose a few colors (off of a whim) & got to painting. Luckily, most of the colors we loved. But, as I walk...
My neighbor Lydia turned me on to this easy wall art idea! It works great for a combination of spaces & won’t put your decorating budget over the edge! Below is a little step-by-step tutorial for you to try at home!
What you’ll need: Embroidery hoop(s) (They come in a variety of sizes & are usually...
1. YAY to the KIA SORENTO 2011: For the past couple of months, Troy & I have been car shopping for a new SUV. On the top of our list so far? The new Kia Sorento! I absolutely LOVE the new look, adorable branding AND ten year/100,000 mile warranty! The commercials give me such a...
Last week, Troy & I did a photoshoot at the historic Casino San Clemente. Aly Morford, talented floral designer of The Vines Leaf brought her adorable puppy named Bailee. I couldn’t help but snap a few “lifestyle” photos when I found her curled up & peacefully sleeping in the garden hose.
She is SO cute! I...
The much anticipated Sweet Tea Porch is finished! Since we moved in, Troy & I have been coveting a front porch where we can drink our morning coffee, work on our lap tops, and of course people watch. Before we were able to get started, we had to take care of some business in the...
A couple of weeks ago, my sister posted one of the easiest DIY projects you’ll ever do! A great piece of fabric art that can compliment any room. I loved her choice of fabric (below) & not so perfect approach. All you need are some fabric scarps, string, an empty frame & a little inspiration.
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After watching a fabulous episode of Curb Appeal…Troy & I decided to get a move on fixing up the front of our beach house. It has taken some serious elbow grease…but it is all worth it because we just got the OK to build a sitting area in place of one of the front planters....
Lets just face it. Easter decor is so cheesy! So we might as well embrace it & invite some unsuspecting critters to the party. Some of these little guys are pretty stylish…and others are simply for fun! I am loving the idea of incorporating owls into this bunny hopping holiday. To make some felt window...
When I was little, my mom had a red “special” plate for special people on their Birthdays. I remember getting excited to use it…and how special it indeed made me feel. While yard saling earlier this fall (before I got married) I stumbled upon that same red special plate. I was SO excited…our very own...
Happy first day of Spring! To celebrate this season of growth, I decided to feature a Yay post! A few of my favorite things of the moment – and just in time for warm weather!
1. YAY to ALL WHITE TENNIES: I love me a pair of some white white shoes as the sun starts to...
Yesterday I had a day. The beginnings of a sore throat, long lines at the DMV, & the need for an extra dose of patience everywhere I went – which I didn’t have. Ever had one of those days where everything just takes forever? When all the traffic lights are red & customer service seems...
