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As many of you know, the third-floor deck is my favorite room in our beach house. It’s the best place to enjoy a Southern California day. With the completion of our beach house, one area we were particularly excited to design and outfit was our ocean-view deck. We wanted a space that seamlessly blends comfort,…
It’s finally sunny and warm in Southern California, so it’s time to update my summer decor. I have so many ideas to share! I thought sharing my favorite summer decor ideas from the beach house, and a few rooms in our Pasadena home might be fun. Regardless of your home’s style, you might love some…
I have been in Ventura all week, and I thought it might be fun to post some before-and-after photos of our summer Beach House. Looking back at some of the remodel photos, I find it hard to believe how far we have come. I am still in shock that it is the same house.
I love summer salads and challenged myself to develop a new recipe. This Blueberry Summer Salad Recipe is my new favorite. Summer salads. They are my favorite. I like them so much that I prepare them year-round. (Of course, we live in Southern California, which explains why.) Today, I have joined fourteen other bloggers to…
We are enjoying a fun-filled weekend at our Ventura beach house to celebrate a birthday week for me and my dear friend Robin. We were born one day apart! There’s nothing like celebrating a special occasion with your closest friends at the beach. The weekend was a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and celebration, creating…
As the weather warms up, I wanted to add some new color to our attic bedroom. So I added multiple pinks, which are now so light and bright! Attic bedrooms can be dark and dreary but don’t have to be. By adding some color, you can make any space (especially a bedroom) welcoming and happy.
Summer dinners on the patio, fruity cocktails, popsicles, homemade ice cream, and grilling on the barbecue. Summer is here, and I love it. Thanks for joining me for Sunday morning coffee as we celebrate the holiday weekend. Today, I am sharing my weekly thoughts about entertaining, decor, crafts, and recipes, and that summer is here…
Moving into a new home or apartment is exciting but financially daunting. Here’s how to create a cozy, stylish home without breaking the bank. All you need is the right plan and a savvy shopping strategy! Let’s walk through the essential steps to furnish your home or apartment on a limited budget, including taking advantage…
Summer is the perfect time to refresh your home with 2024 home decor trends that reflect the season’s vibrant energy and warmth. As we dive into the summer of 2024, several decorating trends are emerging, helping homeowners and renters transform their homes into stylish sanctuaries. Whether you want to make a bold statement or add…
Our outdoor porch decor needed a big refresh for summer. A good cleaning, a bit of restyling, and some new pillow covers were all it took! We spend almost as much time out here as in our home in the summer! The covered porch, fireplace, and heat lamps in the ceiling provide some very cozy…
We just spent a weekend with Dave’s family in Portland. We enjoyed a trip to the Willamette Valley and visited three wineries. Wow! We visited Nicolas Jay, Domaine Drouhin, and Resonance. All I can say is that the Willamette Valley Pinot Noir wines are spectacular. I can’t wait to share my tips and thoughts about…
Two months ago, I embarked on a journey to plant a kitchen garden by taking an online class with Nicole at Gardenary, and I have learned so much! Little did I know, this experience would teach me the basics of planting and tending to a kitchen garden and change my outlook on gardening forever. Now…
The perfect evening for a spring pizza night on the back porch and patio is tonight. I wanted to find a unique location for a fun dinner, and this is the perfect spot! I have wanted to have a fun pizza night at our home to celebrate spring. I thought I would host it on…
Last week, I enjoyed spending four days at our Ventura Beach home, where I tackled a series of projects to refresh our beloved home. From sprucing up the kitchen and living area to building a coffee table and organizing closets, each task aimed to revitalize our Ventura getaway. It was so much fun. Thanks for…
We have been enjoying our remodeled beach house for almost a year, and I wanted to share all of the Ventura House Beach Decor. For details, tap a link on anything below. So many of you have asked for resource links for items we used to decorate the beach house, so we made it easy…
Michael turned 30 this past weekend, and we are so happy our family decided to come home for the birthday celebration. Everyone arrived on Thursday, which meant we had a hectic week! I organized the house and converted our old weight room into a grandkids’ bedroom. We also filmed a commercial on Monday, Tuesday, and…
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