It’s no secret that I love Joss & Main. If I’m not antiquing or thrifting, I’m shopping Joss & Main for home decor from rugs and decor accents to furniture… but mostly small accent ottomans, because it’s clear by how many I have in my house THAT I’M OBSESSED WITH OTTOMANS. Joss & Main has …
Simple Fall Upgrades Around the House + Anniversary Dinner
You had me at Fall… The days are getting shorter and the nights a bit chillier and the sunlight through the trees casts a warm glow onto the streets and in through our windows and you just know the leaves are about to change color and begin falling and everything will be magical again… phew! …
This Aroma Sense Shower Head is EVERYTHING!
Trevor LOVED the citrusy aroma! When we bought our home {almost three years ago now WOW!} it was move-in ready. I think it had been a foreclosure and then a flip, so while much of the house had been upgraded and the kitchen and bathrooms renovated, they were just sort of good enough and obviously …
Late Summer Tablescape & Floral Centerpiece Arranging Guide
I know it’s not technically the end of summer just yet, as the coming months in SoCal happen to be the hottest of them all. But we’re definitely heading into fall and I can already see and feel nature gearing up for it. So with Ecco Domani Wine, I thought I’d celebrate the final days …
If I Could Buy ANY Home in LA, This Would Be IT
But since it is NOT for sale, but it IS available for weekly holidays via One Fine Stay, I’m going stay in it for a few days and fantasize about how it would feel to exist in its modern 1920’s Spanish Revival elegance – among what looks to be an original Jackson Pollock painting. LOOK …
Party Planning Made Easy… Mrs. Peasy Rents Tablewares in a Box!
Former Fashion Blogger and Independent Fashion Bloggers (IFB) founder Jennine Jacob has left the world of blogging to start Mrs. Peasy… the party in a box service that makes hosting beautiful parties easy peasy. Planning a picture-perfect party has never been easier with Mrs. Peasy, which removes the hassle of having to figure out which …
How-to Create & Utilize Natural Light in Your Living Space
Written by guest contributor Paisley Hansen When considering the interior of your living room, using natural light to enhance the ambience and highlight your own personal style is integral. Natural light not only cuts down on your utility costs, it gives your family a beautifully warm glow for everyday living as well as offers optimal …
My Spring Tablescape w/ Desserts & Wine, of Course!
A springtime fresh tablescape is one of my favorites to pull together, and usually the easiest for me to conceptualize as well. With pretty flowers blooming right in our own backyards and farmer’s markets brimming with bouquets in bright colors to choose from, starting with flowers is the best way to go and an affordable …
Black & White & Blush Perfection // Harolds The Curious
Still one of my favorites, @harolds_finishing_touches on Instagram has the most gorgeous feed… I just want to live in it. This black and white and blush scheme ~with a bit of flamingo pink as well~ is one of my favorites. I posted some of my favorites of theirs from last year here: Harolds Finishing Touches …
Utilizing Awkward Spaces: Kitchen Edition
Written by guest contributor Paisley Hansen For many people, the kitchen is the heart and crowning glory of their home. Not sure what to do with a small space? What about those awkward spaces that no one really knows how to use? Make the most of the space in your kitchen and add to the …
Stunning High Contrast Design Details // Catelli’s Restaurant
This incredibly gorgeous event space of Napa’s 80-year-old Catelli’s Restaurant was recently reimagined and designed by FORM Los Angeles who turned the unused outdoor areas into stunning functional spaces with a timeless yet modern feel, surrounded by beautifully sculptural olive trees. The designers added dramatic gates, created beautiful gardens, and designed a show-stopping, high contrast …
7 Easy Decorating Ideas & Tips to Save Space
Written by guest contributor Paisley Hansen When you have a small living space, more than just your decorating potential feels cramped. After all, you want to conserve what little room you have and keep things from getting and feeling stuffier. Fortunately, by thinking outside the box, you can make your home feel less like the …
Poo~Pourri : The Perfect Stocking Stuffer!
After getting the down low from our friends about how awesome Poo~Pourri is and posting about it here, we’ve gotten to try it out for ourselves and the verdict is in, this stuff works! We’ve got a few bottles in every bathroom in our home now. My favorite part about it is that it doesn’t …
How To Make Your Kitchen Feel Larger // Kitchen Storage Ideas
Written by guest contributor Paisley Hansen No matter the size of your kitchen, it seems that everyone is in need of more storage options. Everything from the clever use of cabinets, counter tops, to organizing every inch of space, and even door hardware will help to create a spacious and exciting kitchen for you and …
Lake House Exterior Roof Addition // New Veranda
Every time I talk about our house, I refer to the original listing and can’t help mentioning that it was low on my list of homes to see in Lake Arrowhead. I didn’t like the way the exterior looked at all and since there were no interior photos listed, I begrudgingly added it to the …