This house is incredible and the photos do NOT do it justice! It’s in the Palisades, just minutes from my house and I pass it when I take the walk along the lake instead of the lanes… and every time I stop at it because the location and view of the lake from this point …
Sunday Property Crush // Robin Hood Lane Dream Estate
I was nosing around Zillow’s homes for sale in my area again (Lake Arrowhead) and stumbled upon this incredible French Normandy-style lakefront “masterpiece” which, according to the listing, blends classic Old World architecture with state-of-the-art amenities. Not only that, this dreamy estate is located on the tip of its very own private peninsula right on …
House Crush // 11 Cornwall Road Country Guest House
My first “House Crush” posts centered entirely around homes nearby where I lived in Lake Arrowhead… I figured since I was looking at homes anyway, it would be a fun way to sort of share a little bit of the process with you… (I’m still not sure if I’m staying in my house or moving, …
House Hunting Again // Living in Lake Arrowhead, CA
I’ve shared in a few posts about having to sell my house… Things have changed a little bit and I have a choice to stay, though it’s an expensive one, and as quickly as I can usually make decisions, the choice to stay in this house or to sell it and move is one that …
Ikea Desk Hack Makeover // Faux Marble Top w/ Contact Paper
I’ve had this desk system from Ikea now for well over five years, and I have to say, for what I use it for, it’s still totally functional and amazing. I love all the shelves and the size of the desk is perfect for my needs. It has held up through a move and still …
Home // Geometric Wall Planters with Succulents
One day I will have a house in the desert and it will be the mid-century modern dream I’ve envisioned forever. For some reason, I cannot seem to decorate a regular house -just anywhere, in this mid-century fashion. It HAS to be in the desert, and it has to have original design features, and it …
DIY // 7 Simple Home Hacks with Raw Leather Straps
Leather can be an intimidating material to work with, but if you have the right tools, it’s actually pretty simple and straightforward, and can totally enhance the look with simple design elements. I love how it can transform a completely modern kitchen and give it a bit of warmth and rustic character, with the littlest …
Little Home Upgrades That Have A Big Impact
This post was created for Schlage®. All opinions are my own. Sometimes it’s really the littlest things that make all the difference in the world! When my mom and stepdad moved into their house last year, they vowed to eventually switch out all the brass doorknobs and hardware that the old owners left behind, because …
The Sweet Intoxication of Her Love
What I’m Wearing… * Camel coat by SMYTHE * Queen of Hearts mini dress by Free People * Ballet wrap sweater from the local ballet store, The Studio Boutique, tag says Bloch * Tights by Wolford * DIY Petal Clutch bag * Sunglasses by 3.1 Phillip Lim * Velvet pumps with ankle bow from Shoe …
DIY Copper Wordsmith Ornaments & Rosemary Wreaths
Handmade gifts add that touch of extra effort that makes everything merrier, don’t you think? I love making handmade ornaments as gift add-ons for the holidays. Every year when I was young, my mom and I would make ornaments to give to our family and friends and I love keeping the tradition alive. They’re the …
So Grateful for My Friends this Friendsgiving!
Each November I host a Friendsgiving Dinner with Ecco Domani Wine. Whether it’s just a few friends or a larger group of us, it’s always a very casual, cozy and quaint gathering where everyone feels at home – in my home. This year my Friendsgiving included a group of women that I just adore. We …
Summer Recipe // Artichoke, Asparagus, & Tomato Pasta Salad
* Recipe by guest contributor Laney Schwartz, creator of Life is But a Dish Who doesn’t need a good pasta recipe in their life? I know I always do! And with Summer literally around the corner that can only mean one thing. Swimming, sun, and BBQ’s! YEEEEEEEEEEES. It’s happening, and I think I’m ready. I’m …
Dessert Recipe // Grapefruit Yogurt Cake
* Recipe by guest contributor Laney Schwartz, creator of Life is But a Dish Because citrus cakes are liiiiiife! You guys, I’m obsessed with all citrus right now, and this Grapefruit Yogurt Cake is everything and more, and it NEEDS to make an appearance at your weekend brunch table. Mother’s Day, Sunday brunch, I don’t …
My Dream Walk-in Closet Makeover… dreams
I finally live in a house with a walk-in closet to call my own… and I love it. I love the size, that is, but it’s by far, my dream closet. We’ve been here a little over three years now and as much as I’ve decorated the house, there are so many things I really …
Mushroom & Kale Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Bowls
* Recipe by guest contributor Laney Schwartz, creator of Life is But a Dish Hi. I’m Laney and I love spaghetti squash. We actually have a love/hate relationship. Once we get past the initial awkward part, things are all good. But the amount of effort it takes for me to cut a spaghetti squash …