Paris, The City of Light. Whether it’s your first visit, a quick stopover for a few days, or your 5th time, a birthday in Paris is the perfect setting because there are so many new things to do and see, no matter how many times you’ve been. My husband and I decided to celebrate my 50th ... Read More about A 50th Birthday in Paris, The City of Light

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The idea of how to host a successful home party for 200+ high schoolers and their families sounds like an enormous task, doesn’t it? Just the thought of it can give anyone anxiety!  So, how did I create a large home party (64 kids and 140 parents and grandparents) seamlessly with grace, fun and calm for ... Read More about You Can Host a Successful Home Party

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Now that the days of summer are numbered, I’m looking forward to all that fall has to offer and a woodland road trip is at the top of my list. I’m craving the adventure of outdoor picnics, trips to Northern Arizona, fall florals in vibrant, richer hues, and cozy home decor! Fall is a dream. ... Read More about Woodland Road Trip: A Great Way to Welcome Fall

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I never knew I needed a master closet refresh until I did my own. Let me tell you – this was an absolute game changer for me! I’ll explain. A few months ago I was approached by three friends of mine, all experts in the fashion and beauty industry, who were starting a new company. ... Read More about Why You Need to Refresh Your Master Closet

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Looking for an idea on how to gather with a few friends safely this season, but also while doing something fun to help local businesses? Consider a makeup party, where a beauty expert comes to your home and teaches you the latest tricks and trends to look your best. For this gathering, I hosted a ... Read More about An Innovative Chanel Holiday Makeup Party

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There has been a lot of uncertainty these past few weeks and a lot of stress that goes along with our current situation. Parenting has taken on a whole new level with a lot of us trying to help home-school our kids and we’ve all had to be a little creative with the social distancing ... Read More about Date Night at Home: Ideas for the The New Normal

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I’ve found a great plastic-free water solution to serving water when my kids have lots of friends over at our home. With summer approaching and kids out of school, this is a great time to consider reducing waste. The answer to eliminating single water bottle waste seems easy, right? Just don’t buy water bottles. True, ... Read More about Plastic-Free Water: A Solution for Kids’ Parties

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No, I’m not a decorator and I don’t pretend to be one. For big changes in my house, I turn to a real interior designer, however, I am pretty good at small DIY projects around the home to update a space. Read on for 5 tips and tricks to bookshelf styling that will help you ... Read More about Bookshelf Styling: 5 Tips to Refresh Your Space Like a Pro

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Hi everyone! Welcome to my Bright and Airy Spring Home Tour! If you’re coming from Janine of Happy Happy Nester, I’m so happy you found yourself here. Janine has an amazing sense of style, always using what’s available and around her to decorate her fabulous home in Northern California. She’s also super crafty and has ... Read More about Bright and Airy Spring Home Tour: Using Nature as Inspiration

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You’re invited on a Napa estate home tour: The Cardinale Winery estate guest house – our weekend retreat on a recent trip to Napa Valley. The estate house sits just below the winery in St. Helena and is decorated by some of the greatest interior design talents in the Bay Area. This sprawling estate was ... Read More about Napa Estate Home Tour: The Cardinale Winery Guest House

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