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Carolina K Spring 2021

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Designer Carolina Kleinman wanted her latest collection to be a vehicle for change. With so much uncertainty in the world today, the Mexico-based designer turned to Mother Earth for two grounding elements: the sky and…

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Alena Shymchonak

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT

I'm absolutely mesmerized by Alena Shymchonak's paintings. The Estonian painter uses a palette knife and oil paints to create depth and energy in her seasonal landscapes. Skiers and beachgoers are painted into the nearly three…

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Mille Collection

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Block prints and ruffles and volume, oh my! My latest label obsession is Mille Collection, an in-house line from Minneapolis-based boutique, Mille. Designer Michelle LeBlanc has a knack for adding the ideal amount of drama…

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Tatsuya Tanaka

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:32:18 GMT

It's been awhile since we last featured miniature diorama master Tatsuya Tanaka. I was so relieved to see that he's continued his Miniature Calendar series, which he first began in 2011. Tatsuya is a master…

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Maddie’s Menagerie

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:00:00 GMT

When 3 year old Maddie's parents reached out to Chauncey Boothby to design a "big girl" room, the timing couldn't be more perfect. The interior designer had just happened to stumble upon a vintage Madeline…

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DIY Bleach Ice Dye

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 12:00:44 GMT

Ice dyeing with bleach. Who knew?! The idea occurred to me after stumbling upon a bottle of bleach crystals a few weeks ago. Again, who knew that such a thing existed and for what use…

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Cozy in Babaà

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT

When it comes to purchasing sustainable knitwear, the best thing you can do is to purchase pieces that are made entirely from one material, like wool. Knits can be especially sustainable because they are inherently…

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Bahati Simoens

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 12:00:02 GMT

Wow. I'm absolutely obsessed with Bahati Simoens' paintings. The Belgium-based artist grew up admiring the works of Rousseau, Gauguin and Hockney. Later in life, Bahati combined inspiration from Black artists like Cassi Namoda and Wonder…

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Where To Buy Ornaments

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT

I have a strict rule around Christmas. No decorations until after the day after Thanksgiving, at the absolute earliest! But you know what? This year, we can all use some extra holiday cheer with everything…

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DIY Pearl Daisy Chain Necklace

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 11:00:05 GMT

Once upon a time, many moons ago, I designed jewelry for my own fine jewelry label. It was a self-taught hobby turned business and I guess you can say that was when my "DIY" journey…

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Halloween At Home

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Trick-or-treating may be cancelled this year but you bet our family will be celebrating Halloween at home the best way we can! I'm excited to be partnering with Zappos again this year to recreate characters…

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Lindsay Adams’ Quarantine Chronicles

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 11:00:00 GMT

In her most recent series, artist Lindsay Adams' 'Quarantine Chronicles' explores life through these unprecedented times. The abstract quality of her work showcases the significance of body language - the expression and emotion is left…

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Pool House Shower With BEHR Color Trends 2021 Palette

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 11:00:00 GMT

I'm happy to report that we are seeing the light after nearly 2 years of on and off again renovations at our Sonoma property! The Northern California fires and the pandemic have been significant obstacles…

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DIY Sunglass & Mask Chain

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 11:00:00 GMT

You've been asking for it so here it is: mask and sunglass chains. Beware, not only do these chains do a good job of keeping your hands and pockets free, they're extremely addicting to make.…

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Niki Dionne

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 11:00:59 GMT

There's something so charming and relatable about Niki Dionne's extraordinary oil pastel drawings of women doing ordinary things. The multi-disciplinary artist created by 75 pieces of women, each with a name, reading a book, doing…

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The Animals Observatory

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT

When a children's clothing line inspires the way you dress, you know you're onto something good. And The Animals Observatory is good. A child's innate instinct and creativity was the genesis behind the Barcelona based…

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DIY Cross Stitching with a Pattern

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT

I've recently committed myself to a cross stitching project and there's honestly no turning back now. The idea is to sit and stitch just one flower a day, using Carolyn Manning's Stitch Along pattern. Despite…

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DIY Tila Bead Bracelet

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Second to the daily chain bracelet, the Tila bead bracelet is my favorite summer accessory. Not to mention they are insanely easy to make. Miyuki Tila beads are little square and rectangular glass beads and…

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DIY Daisy Chain Sandals

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Daisy chain bracelets . . . why not daisy chain sandals? You know I couldn't let the summer go by without another embellished sandal tutorial! I used 6mm beads because I already had the sandals…

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WFH

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT

How many weeks has it been now? I've lost count. Sadly, it looks as if we'll be riding out the pandemic longer than anticipated. Business are required to shut down again and we just found…

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