As we cruise into summer, June's episode of Inspiration is Everywhere falls to the cheerful, free-spirited nasturtium. Designing a space around this perky little plant really came down to one thing: those leaves, or better yet, that tile. From there the "Modern Bohemian" kitchen concept took shape. To hit the mark on a …
Benefits of Dressing Your Windows
When we bought the house this summer, I already couldn't wait for fall. The thought of colorful leaves, festive pumpkins, and wonderful baked goods were highly exciting. With October now upon us and a batch of apple crisp under my belt (literally), my focus has shifted to a more responsible viewpoint: staying warm this …
Creating a Beautiful Life
... that's my job. (Image) …
Our “Summer of George”
Obscure Seinfeld reference anyone? Season 8, Episode 22, also known as "The Summer of George:" a time of great adventure as George enjoys his 3 month severance pay from the Yankees. Ray and I consider this to be OUR Summer of George. First a wedding... Then a house!!! As you can imagine, I am …
Wedding DIY
Early in our engagement, I became quickly OBSESSED with all things wedding. Researching vendors, brainstorming (and organizing) ideas on Pinterest, consuming every morsel of wedding blogs possible. It's hard to say how many weeks or months passed before I looked up from my laptop one evening to see my honey watching me. …
7 days…
Gotta love a good "ah ha". For the last week (month?) I have been asked with increasing frequency and exaggerated facial expressions: "Are you excited for your wedding???!!!!" And in truth, my reaction has felt a bit lukewarm. Aside from moments of disbelief that this is all really happening, I realized yesterday that I …