When taking the leap of faith and starting my design business, I was shy, timid and really afraid to put my services out there to receive compensation in a monetary form. But after doing so, I realized without taking that risk, I would never be able to say that I do what I love and I love what I do. Sometimes when I’m strolling through Home Goods searching for that perfect rug or accessory or scouring the internet fo

Hello Monday! How was your weekend? Most of mine was spent inside since us southern Californians (yes, I consider myself a Californian now after living here for almost 6 years) stay inside when it is raining. We went out to eat a few times and I met a couple of my clients at Joann Fabrics for some fabric selection. I’ve also been toying with the idea to pick up some hours at a part time job at a stone or furniture sh

Happy Friday y’all! I don’t know where that “y’all” came from…most likely it snuck out since we attended a Sadie Hawkin’s Hoe-down last night for Nick’s work. Anyways…I think this chair has just reached the top of my list of furniture that I so wish I could have, but can’t since I have maniac dogs (and now a new kitten!). A girl can dream. I found this white beauty over at Julieann’s blog earlier this week, and I hav

Jailbird… Wrap yourself in this One A Striped Tie-Front Cardigan found at Nordstrom and hang that set of black and white striped paper lanterns from ZGallerie. Anyone who knows me knows that I’m a huge fan of black and white stripes. The cardigan is a steal at under $50 and those lanterns…I NEED! Only $12.95 for the large and $6.95 for the small. What a great way to add some trendy chicness to your patio! Last night

Hello Wednesday! Gosh, I can’t believe it’s already half way through the week! Taking a half day off in order to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Monday sure helped in making this week go by a little faster! Love it. Since it’s Wednesday, we all know what that means…only 3 days until the weekend! Well, 2.5 really if you start your weekend at 5 o’clock on Friday! So here’s a tasty treat to warm you up for the weekend and