how to save money by shopping at the dollar store

dollar store fedora

Okay, usually I would not post a pic of myself like this in a post… especially at 8.5 months pregnant!! But I had to because you won’t flipping believe where I got this fedora!?! The dollar store! You can’t be … Continue reading

maternity fashion, please dress me…

If you have ever been pregnant you know that it is not the easiest to get dressed up with your large circular belly! I wish I was so lucky to have a stylist at this juncture of my life but … Continue reading

a garden in the shade

Last week, I wrote about my shady garden area that I am trying to design and needing to find plants for. So I have done a little research and here are a few cool plants that grow well in the shade. The … Continue reading

nursery room ABC art tutorial

ABC art tutorial

Last year, I realized I wanted to display the ABC’s in my daughter’s room in a unique way but I didn’t find anything online or in stores that matched my vision, so I started out making this piece. I first, … Continue reading

DIY tin sign collage

tin sign collage

Today has been a brilliant day.. the weather is awesome (82 right now!) and Gemma and I have had a great day even considering we had to go to the dentist! She did great and didn’t shed one tear! I … Continue reading

clever items to collect

The hardest thing about having a collection is displaying it in a beautiful way. I love this tea-pot collection, so colorful and cheerful for a dining area. Likewise, these woven baskets make a great entrance statement. And these plates look just as charming … Continue reading

Inspiring Kitchens

Happy Monday everyone! Just wanted to share these inspiring kitchens with you today. I love these rustic, tropical, bohemian style kitchens. Introducing color into your kitchen is a great way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. I love the … Continue reading

French Roulotte, Gypsy Caravans Remade

How cool is this? It is called a Roulotte, a french word for caravan or trailer which can be traced back to old circuses. Here, French interior decorator, Jeanne Bayol remakes them into beautiful and unique garden hideaways  I would love to have … Continue reading

vintage style statement necklace… yes please!!

Vintage upcycled pieces come together to make one of a kind statement necklaces and bracelets in the etsy shop Modulation Jewelry. I really like these eclectic pieces and would actually love to make a few of my own! These would look … Continue reading