Decor
Semiflush Drum for the Win
Decor
June 4, 2012
Semiflush Drum for the Win
I love looking at before pictures of spaces in my house. It is quite amazing how a room can look so bad. And although the carousel horses stenciled around the borders and the circus valence may have you mesmerized, don't forget to get a good look at the previous light fixture: Because, like most of […]
June 4, 2012
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Inspiration
Making a House a Home: Our Humble A{Bowe}d
Inspiration
June 1, 2012
Making a House a Home: Our Humble A{Bowe}d
Hey e'erbody! Remember how I am heading up a girl's camp this week? Blogging friend, Amanda, author of Our Humble A{Bowe}d, and owner of a snazzy Etsy shop (which happens to be one of our sponsors) is pinch-hitting today. Her and her family recently purchased their second home, which they lovingly refer to as the […]
June 1, 2012
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Decor
Reader's Choice: To Pop or Not, That is the Question
Decor
May 31, 2012
Reader's Choice: To Pop or Not, That is the Question
Once upon a time, my studio desk had a great task lamp attached to it, and it has disappeared. Which could be a sad tale, but I found this great lamp in the as-is section at Ikea and it was a perfect replacement. It has a super heavy base on it, so I don't have […]
May 31, 2012
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Inspiration
Mi Casa es Su Casa
Inspiration
May 30, 2012
Mi Casa es Su Casa
Hi friends!! Today (while I am away directing a girl's camp) I wanted to share with you the amazing work of my talented, bilingual, little sister, Andrea of Doublclik. While I dabble in paints, she is a genius behind a camera and she can quickly turn her photos into magazine-ready editorials. Seriously. You must check […]
May 30, 2012
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Decor
From Terrible to Sterile to I-Can't-Look-Away-Stunning!
Decor
May 29, 2012
From Terrible to Sterile to I-Can't-Look-Away-Stunning!
After painting the walls, ceiling, and floor of the studio--and living with it all for a week or so, it all started to feel a little sterile. I waited anxiously for the floor to cure up so that I could hang some curtains and lay our flooring. Don't get me wrong, I'd take sterile over […]
May 29, 2012
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DIY
DIY Washer Bracelet
DIY
May 28, 2012
DIY Washer Bracelet
This week is a big week for me. I am the girl's camp director for my church and girl's camp starts tomorrow (!!!) and goes through Saturday. So, behind the home decor scenes I have also been brushing up on my knots, making schedules, and preparing activities and crafts for months. One big theme for […]
May 28, 2012
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DIY
Weekending
DIY
May 25, 2012
Weekending
Now that the floor has dried and cured, we are anxious to lay the FLOR tiles. I will say, they aren't exactly the color I expected (isn't that 85% true of every online purchase?) but I think that they will still be lovely. Especially with... The tapestry-turned-curtain you all voted on!!! This tapestry took 57% […]
May 25, 2012
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DIY
Above Par Studio Sub-floor
DIY
May 24, 2012
Above Par Studio Sub-floor
The floor in the studio has been a topic of conversation over here since we started this little reno. After we weren't able to find a match to our existing laminate to temporarily lay, and were discouraged to lay new flooring in here (for fear it would be discontinued by the time we were ready […]
May 24, 2012
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Mood Boards
Jane's Beachy-Vegan Mood Board
Mood Boards
May 23, 2012
Jane's Beachy-Vegan Mood Board
One of my favorite things about doing custom mood boards (besides peeking into other people's homes) is designing spaces in a variety of different styles. Recently, I was able to design a beachy-vibe living room that almost made me pack my bags and head to the coast. Here's Jane's letter: Julia, Yay! I'm feeling […]
May 23, 2012
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DIY
Tearin' up Carpet and Takin' Names.
DIY
May 22, 2012
Tearin' up Carpet and Takin' Names.
I made it back home last night, err technically early this morning, around 1am--which felt more like 3am since I've been hanging out on the east coast since Friday. My sister's wedding was beautiful and for my whole family to be in one location for a few days was a complete blast. We danced the […]
May 22, 2012
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Art
Giveaway Gold: Our Humble A{Bowe}d
Art
May 21, 2012
Giveaway Gold: Our Humble A{Bowe}d
**Giveaway is now closed** Congratulations to L.R. who said they are best at hiking! Happy Monday, everyone! I am traveling back home today from my sister's wedding and have a special treat for you. Our newest sponsor, Our Humble A{Bowe}d is offering up prints from their Etsy shop. You may recognize the name from my […]
May 21, 2012
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Lifestyle
I'm off!
Lifestyle
May 17, 2012
I'm off!
This morning I set aside my usual paint brushes and opted for a much smaller one to add a spring touch of pink to my little nails (Essie's Mod Square is too sweet for words). Let's face it, long nails and an avid DIYer just don't go together--not even for a wedding. Wedding bound, I […]
May 17, 2012
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Decor
New Lamp Love
Decor
May 16, 2012
New Lamp Love
Last week, I quickly relayed that the living room didn't really look like this anymore: And that a lamp had been purchased to replace those two black floor lamps flanking the couch. You see, originally we had planned to have a big arc floor lamp in the family room. I even included one in the […]
May 16, 2012
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Lifestyle
Let's Give 'Em a Hand
Lifestyle
May 15, 2012
Let's Give 'Em a Hand
When we made the decision to give blog sponsors a shot, we knew the goal would be to connect our readers to fresh and fabulous products. This month, our sponsors have exceeded our expectations. Check it: There are a ton of stencil companies floating around out there, but I actually asked Olive of Olive Leaf […]
May 15, 2012
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Decor
Reader's Choice: Curtain Call!
Decor
May 14, 2012
Reader's Choice: Curtain Call!
Today's poll will be the icing on the studio's cake. In this crazy turn of events, we have allowed you readers to design my new art studio. You have voted on color scheme, ceiling color, area rug and lighting and now we turn our attention to curtains. The old nursery-turned-studio has a large window on […]
May 14, 2012
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Chris Cooks
FÜD Feud 2012
Chris Cooks
May 12, 2012
FÜD Feud 2012
Today was the second annual FÜD Feud and Chris's second time participating. In case you are thinking, "didn't we just do this?" We did. Last year's was in September and you can look back on our first experience with the local home-cooks culinary competition (Chris made some mean stuffed cucumbers) here. I'm not sure why they […]
May 12, 2012
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Art
May 2012 Chalkboard Drawing
Art
May 11, 2012
May 2012 Chalkboard Drawing
This month's drawing (let's forget for a moment that we're a third of the way into May) was a refreshing return to color. For the last few months, I have been indulging in classic black and white chalkboard drawings with a touch of a little color--but to pick up my bold chalk pieces was invigorating. […]
May 11, 2012
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Decor
Room Swaps
Decor
May 10, 2012
Room Swaps
It's almost a joke to bring a third room into the equation when we are knee deep in a studio renovation and at the tail end of the family room renovation--but the living room has been stripped of a few items that has forced our attention. You know I love a little Spring tweaking anyway. Our […]
May 10, 2012
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Art
Second of Eleven
Art
May 9, 2012
Second of Eleven
Although my studio is under construction, the painting must go on--on my dining room table. Eeks! I am currently working on a series of eleven paintings--all with ikat-inspired vertical brushstrokes. My first one sold quickly, which gave me the confidence I needed to continue with the series. Today, the second painting is officially available. This […]
May 9, 2012
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Decor
Reader's Choice: This Little Light of Mine
Decor
May 8, 2012
Reader's Choice: This Little Light of Mine
Our area rug poll has crowned a victor! Roadside Attraction got the most votes and will be hanging out in the studio with me. I was originally pulling for the Sophistikat option, but in the end--I feel good about the great texture of the Roadside Attraction carpet tiles and can't wait for them to get […]
May 8, 2012
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