About a week ago, my husband Steven got all four of his wisdom teeth removed. Most people I know (myself included), got theirs out many years ago, either in their teens or early twenties. Mine weren’t a big deal, but Steven heard horror stories from some friends about how bad the recovery was. His surgery ended up […]
Links I Like
1. These cork office organizers will have your desk looking better in no time flat. 2. This log slice plant stand is a fun re-use project. 3. Class up your Halloween decorations with this pretty floral pumpkin. 4. Treat the bearded people in your life to some beard oil (or try my beard balm recipe). 5. I love […]
Outfits and Interiors: Plaid
As the season has changed from summer to fall, I’ve been adjusting my clothing with the temperatures, pulling out my jackets, scarves, and jeans. And as I’ve been incorporating more fall fabrics into my outfits, I’ve been noticing how much interiors pull from some of the same trends as clothing. Which makes sense–just as you put away […]
Links I Like
1. Update your walls with this copper-edged mirror. 2. Weaving has been super popular lately, but I think latch-hooking is overdue for a resurgence, as demonstrated by this tutorial to make an adorable shag rug. 3. Add some vertical artwork by making an abstract painted tray. 4. Short on space? Multitask with these plant pot and organizer bookends. 5. […]
Major Kitchen Progress
After weeks of work, a lot of frustration, and many buckets of paint, the kitchen cabinets are finished! We took them from this splotchy, dark stain: to this: And from this: to this: Light and bright and a thousand times better, so we’re done, right? Well, not if you look around a bit. The wall where […]
Links I Like
1. You can’t argue with a cat ring holder. 2. This gorgeous wood and marble cheese board is easier to make than you might guess. 3. A beaded paper towel holder would be a fun kitchen accessory. 4. Decorate for the season with a simple eucalyptus garland. 5. Make a braided planter out of air-dry clay. I’m […]
Hummus Nori Veggie Wraps
Now that my kitchen is usable again (more on that next week), I can finally share one of my favorite snacks lately. Initially I made these seaweed hummus wraps just to help me eat more of the vegetables that my garden has been producing this summer. Among other things, I was overrun with cucumbers and […]
Getting in the Mood for Fall: Betina Lou
After our long, hot summer, I’m enjoying the transition to Fall this year. With just the hint of a chill in the air, I’m looking forward to wearing cozy sweaters while sipping from a mug of tea. But some extra inspiration from Betina Lou certainly doesn’t hurt. They always seem to have the perfect striped and […]
Lucky Vintage Finds
Before painting our kitchen took over my life, I got pretty lucky in the vintage finds department. Between thrift stores and flea markets, I was bringing home some treasures. Which I’m sure means I’ll soon have a dry spell where I can’t find anything good. Because that’s just how it works–it can’t be all treasures all the time […]