Welcome to Beautiful Distractions, the Quarantine Edition. Not sure about you, but it seems like, after the knee-jerk reaction, the world is beginning to find a new normal indoors. Here are a few things that have kept me going and changed my tiny, quiet world. If you missed this Instagram post, allow me to recap. Have a routine an[...]
This Covid Coop Up has mind dreaming of fun new spaces. The other day, I found myself wandering from room to room, contemplating, "Do I like you? Could you be better? How can I change you?" The dining room became my first victim...I suddenly had big and bold modern dining room design ideas! Yes, you read that right...THE DINING ROOM![...]
Move over Joanna Gaines, there's a new sheriff in town. My girl Studio McGee is at Target! Congrats Shea!!! I've been sprucing things up around the house and have been jonesing for a little shopping spree, and the Threshold - Designed with Studio McGee fits my budget. read more[...]
I discovered TikTok last summer while freelancing and was curious if it could be a platform to sell. But before I could create a marketing plan, I needed to understand it myself. Therein started my newfound obsession with TikTok. Now that the platform is getting more hype and I'm sharing my social media secrets, I figured I'd share a litt[...]
We're all cooped up with the COVID lockdown, but as an introvert, I'm oddly enjoying the silence. To pass the time, I've been reading books, flipping through some of the best interior design books, listening to podcasts, playing board games with the kids, and letting them watch somewhat inappropriate movies like Talladega Nights. In ligh[...]
After posting the viral wallpapered closet, I received a few emails asking for recommendations for the best peel and stick wallpaper. Great question! I'd love to answer that, especially since removable wallpaper has come a long way. If you're living in a rental, apartment, or college dorm, a temporary option like peel and stick wallpaper[...]
Wanna know all my social media secrets? Well, guess what…you’re in luck cuz I’ve got two speaking events coming up! First off, I’ll be in San Fransisco, March 1-3, for the Design Influencers Conference (my session is early afternoon, March 3), and I’ll be speaking about all things social media…not just Pinterest this time[...]
There’s still time to head to the mall (do people even do that anymore?) or overnight some srsly cute date night Valentine’s Day outfits. Red and pink and hearts, oh my! Valentine's Day Outfits I'm Loving I think my favorite might be this sweater by LOVESHACKFANCY (no longer available). Balloon sleeves are back baby[...]
This is a post where modern home decor meets my modern personal life. I've known the homeowners of this fabulous place for, wow, over 20 years now...girl, can you believe it's been that long? Carrie was my boss at a startup dot com back in 2000. Her style has evolved over time, and I can officially say, this home tour is hands down my fa[...]