I’m seeking new ways to brighten up my home and keep my spirits lifted – for now color seems to be doing the trick. And since I’m spending more time than usual in my kitchen, I’m starting with this room and adding little pops of saturated hues here and there. I love neutral kitchens […] Read More…
Low, Medium, High | Fireplace
It’s not quite a Polar Vortex, but it’s been really cold – relatively speaking – in Los Angeles. I’m enjoying having more of a winter season than usual so I’m not complaining, and it’s been a great excuse to spend more time around our fireplace. Fireplaces are sometimes overlooked as purely utilitarian, when in actuality, […] Read More…
Philanthropic Art
Artist Sydney Croskery is one of my oldest and dearest friends and she’s launched a really cool idea – she’s selling her “warm-up” sketches and paintings with all proceeds going to charitable causes. Warm-up sketches function in much the same way that stretching warms up muscles before you exercise—they help an artist warm up before […] Read More…
Low, Medium, High | Thanksgiving
One of my favorite aspects of Thanksgiving is setting the table. I love all the fall colors, the warmth of the holiday and the idea of sitting down with the people I love and appreciating each other and the beauty that surrounds us. This year I’ve been busy figuring out how I want my […] Read More…
The Nine | Halloween
Urban Outfitters has really amped up their furniture and home accessories the last few years. They’ve become one of my go-to spots for hip, affordable pieces; particularly for teen and tween bedrooms. Recently I was perusing their web site and was reminded of all the great seasonal goods they also sell. I came across some […] Read More…