I've been teasing this secret product partnership we've been referring to as "Project Kelvin," and it's time I spill the beans. We're so proud to announce our collaboration with Shades of Light and the release of a collection of light fixtures, including three lines! I'm a big advocator for layering lighting throughout your home, so this was an easy […]
Something that surprised me when Julia cut out grains was how much "crunch" we lost. That texture experience took a big back seat and I missed it. Of course there are a lot of options being made now, but 8 years ago we had no croutons, no cereal, no crackers. I was desperate for that […]
I've been a Mother for 13 years, and it wasn't until I became a mother that I realized all of the mushy gushy ways that Mothers feel about their children. It's also when I realized that my mom knew absolutely everything I tried to get away with. The motherly instinct is real! As a kid, […]
Over the weekend, I threw a baby shower for Brooke, our longest-held employee who's more like family than anything. It's been years since I've attended a baby shower, and much to my excitement, this was the first shower I've ever personally thrown!–Couldn't think of anybody else I'd rather throw my "first" shower for than Brooke. If you're someone […]
This post is sponsored by Article and was written by my lovely sister and brand manager, Victoria. Okay, I have to tell you something: Last year, I bought a dapper dining table on Facebook Marketplace and appointed it on my deck with promises of al fresco suppers, season after season. I weatherproofed it (obviously)(or so […]
I've been dying to do this test for quite some time now! Out of my own curiosity sure, but also to give some answers to all of the home renovators and DIYers out there wondering, "Which brass cabinet knob is the best?" I'll tell you right now that while on this hunt to find the […]
I grew up eating 7-layer salad most Sundays in the Spring and Summer. It's crisp, full of flavor, and stays fresh even when made the day before (just hold off on the dressing). Unfortunately, the version I had as a child had cheese, bacon, and Miracle Whip (eggs) as the base. Not friendly to dietary […]
Here's the thing. Ever since I can remember, my daily uniform consists of jeans and sneakers. Generally, I mix them with simple T-shirts, but almost every day, you can find me wearing jeans and sneakers. I realized years ago that if I'm getting a bunch of things done around the house without the proper foot […]
So happy to have my sister Andrea Ahedo and our Visual Media Producer/Head Photographer share her recent paint color debacle with us! One of my toxic traits is buying a gallon of paint without sampling it on the wall and thinking that it’s a flex to do so. I confidently strut into the house with […]
This post is sponsored by simplehuman. Every time I get to share a peek at our new CLJ office space, I get a whirl of excitement because it's been in the works behind the scenes for so long. I practically pinch myself whenever I come to work because it's sort of a dream come true. […]
This certainly isn't our first time having pocket doors installed, and it won't be our last because they solve so many design problems! After pivoting from our initial plans to source some antique French doors to lead into the study, we realized we could add just as much charm with pocket doors. And it turns […]
Unlike February, this month has flown by, and we're already well into April, but I wanted to highlight some of the best moments and products from a memorable March. Things are budding and coming to life here in North Carolina, but that won't ever stop me from buying fake plants, and I may or may […]
A few weeks ago, I went full ham in the kitchen, tackling some much-needed organization in a few desperate areas. Shortly after moving in, we had professional organizers come and give us a jump start in a season of overwhelm. But as you know, as life goes on, cupboards and drawers need consistent maintenance and […]
Designing an office space for our team was somewhat of a challenge because we had never designed a commercial space before! Something about me: I love a challenge. And picking a cohesive color palette is a great starting point before making other big major design decisions. And so, I grabbed my trusty paint deck and […]
Deciding to add these built-ins was 100% a necessity for the study. When we moved in, this was somewhat of a formal sitting room. Really it was just a box of a room with no character beyond the crown molding. At first, we pictured this room as a music room, but once we decided it […]
I think the reason why I love Easter so much is that it's a simple one-day Holiday full of family time and good food. Speaking of good food, I've curated a bunch of Easter recipes that are perfect for a springtime meal, whether you're looking for the perfect Ham, a light brunch, or the yummiest […]
Just yesterday, our whole team woke up in sunny Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, then flew back home to North Carolina. We had an amazing trip together, just soaking up the much-needed beach time, but it's good to be home. While we were there, we had a fun little photoshoot featuring the best swimsuits and coverups […]
Deviled eggs are underrated. And also under-experimented with, considering eggs are one of the most versatile and widely-used ingredients out there. And even though we have bouts of egg-free eating, when Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas roll around I can't skip making a version of this tasty appetizer. Serving Platter | Ceramic Bunnies I also love […]
Few things can boost my self-confidence quicker than freshly applied self-tanner. There's something about giving my skin a bit of a glow that gives me a pep in my step, especially when it comes to going on vacation! Long gone are the tanning bed days (anybody else shaking their head at their younger self?), so […]
This post is sponsored by Artifact Uprising. Scroll down to receive a discount code! When we started designing the CLJ office for our team, I really wanted it to feel like a more modern extension of the Chris Loves Julia style. Since it's a workspace in a commercial building, we embraced the more commercial, modern […]
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