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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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DIY Denim Shorts 2 Ways

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Salute your shorts! Summer is in full swing and I'm sharing two insanely easy ways to elevate denim shorts with my friends at Zappos. First up is a pair of denim Bermuda shorts - the polished…

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DIY Enamel Tube Necklace

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 11:00:00 GMT

I can't tell you how excited I was to discover these candy-like enamel tube beads. Not only are they vibrant and colorful, the metal and coats of enamel makes them feel wonderfully luxurious and weighty.…

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Supporting Black Artists Part 2

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 14:58:15 GMT

Cristina Martinez From a young age, Cristina Martinez' artistic journey was rooted in richness and feminine power of her Black and Mexican heritage. She entry into the art world started with fashion illustration and eventually…

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Supporting Black Designers Part 2

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Khiry Designer Jameel Mohammed's jewelry is rooted in African diaspora, each piece inspired by historical and cultural importance. His signature horned silhouette, seen in rings, bangles and earrings, resembles the curve of a big horned…

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Supporting Black Artists Part 1

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Shaina McCoy I love the way Shaina McCoy applies layers upon layers of oil paint in her portraits. Using her brushes as sculpting tools, the Minneapolis-based artist uses bold textures and featureless faces to evoke…

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Currently Supporting Black Designers Pt 1

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Wow, guys. The world has taken a turn this past week. Last week, we were all stunned by yet another black life unjustly taken in America. And finally, after one too many familiar, tragic and…

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Currently Crushing On: Denim (Yes, Really)

Wed, 20 May 2020 16:28:30 GMT

When Zappos asked me if I would share of my favorite new denim looks, I immediately thought "Denim?! What's that?" It had been nearly 8 weeks since I had slipped on a pair of jeans.…

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DIY Mother of Pearl Jewlery

Mon, 18 May 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Summer is just weeks away and although we don't quite know what the near future will look like just yet, I'm looking forward for easing up on just about every aspect of life. I recently…

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