DIY Knotted Gemstone Necklace

The traditional technique of hand knotting gemstones and pearls can be traced back to ancient times. In any museum with an ancient jewelry collection, you’ll see examples like Egyptian necklaces with lapis lazuli and carnelian…

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DIY Upholstered Frames

Iris Apfel once said “More is more and less is a bore.” If you’ve been following this blog for awhile, you’ll know that I proudly live by that maximalist mantra. So it’s no surprise that, for months, I’ve been collecting white, minimalist frames, just waiting for that perfect upcycling project.

DIY Tassel Wall Hanging

Yes, another wall hanging. I hope you don’t mind. I couldn’t help myself! But honestly, this piece has to be one of my all time favorites. The idea came about while searching for ways to use up the rest of my massive spool of cotton string from the macrame feather project. I stumbled upon this gorgeous wall hanging on Etsy and just fell in love with the fullness and richness of it, I had to re-create it – but with a Sheila Hicks (the great American fiber artist) twist.

Anne Mei Poppe

I'm absolutely obsessed with the works of Anne Mei Poppe. The Amsterdam-based...

Danielle Mckinney

Danielle Mckinney's intimate portraits of solitary female protagonists are simply arresting and...

DIY Bed Fort

One of the most joyful things in life is observing the magic unfold beneath a homemade fort. Whether it’s made of old cardboard boxes or built around a makeshift frame with bed linens, cozy nooks…

The Perfect Fall Meal with Our Place

Fall is my favorite time of year to be in the kitchen. There’s something about the transition to fall that inspires me to slow things down (quality over quantity), despite the chaos of the holidays.…

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Visiting Big Sur

Believe it or not, I’ve lived in California nearly my entire life and had only been to Big Sur once, when I was about 12. How could I have overlooked this majestic place that had here, in my own backyard, for all these years? It wasn’t until one of the largest landslides in California’s history hit the region, that this beautiful, yet rugged, stretch of the central coast was on top of mind.

DIY Phone Case Strap

Keys? Phone? Wallet? Mask? The kids are officially back in school and I must say, re-entry into reality has been rough. I’m lucky if I walk out the door with 2 out of those 4…

Alix of Bohemia Pre-Fall 2021

Inspired by the mid-century Bohemians of Paris and the Bloomsbury Set being studied at the University of Scotland, Alix Verley-Pietrafesa started making a collection of bespoke jackets and outerwear as a nod to her free-spirited muses.…

DIY Woven Macrame Bracelet

I hope that you all have been enjoying your summer. It’s been awhile since my last DIY – between camps and travel, the summer has busy and speeding by! This week’s bracelet tutorial is a…

Madeleine Gross

Madeleine Gross' work accentuates beauty, plain and simple. Through intentional strokes, texture...

DIY Beaded Cherry Bracelet

There’s nothing better than spotting the first signs of summer at the market. Cherries and peaches are a household favorite! In celebration of the arrival of a new season, I’ll be showing you how to…

5 Swimwear Labels You Need To Try

As much as I love summer, I despise swimsuit shopping. I mean, who does!? Rarely do you find a suit that checks all the boxes. And understandably, everyone’s requirements are different: a suit for swimming,…