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5 Minute Anthropologie Inspired Floral Tapestry

Anthropologie Inspired Floral 5 Minute Tapestry

Some craft brands consistently knock it out of the park and make me want to spend all weekend in the studio. That’s why I am so excited to partner with Cricut again to test out their new mini machine, the Cricut Joy! This little powerhouse is half the size of their other machines with new features like cutting up to 20 continuous feet!!! And with their new smart vinyl, it’s even easier to start making since you don’t need to use a cutting mat!
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Coffee Table Books To Style and Read

Coffee Table Books To Read and Style

Part of the fun of being at home more is playing around and updating it with what we already have. I’ve been enjoying going through our bookshelves and swapping them out around the house. It’s a free way to switch up the colors and it’s reintroducing me to some of my favorite books! I love it when decor is functional and believe coffee table books are more enjoyable when I actually want to read them too.

All of these books are a mix of writing and art that cover culture, architecture, design, photography, and travel. I hope to keep adding to this list as I find new favorites too- I’m realizing my favorite cookbooks aren’t on here yet either! Read More

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DIY Abstract Architecture Planter, 2 Ways

DIY Abstract Architecture Planter

Quarantine has not helped my plant problem at all. Since we’re not spending our entertainment or eating out budgets lately, I’ve been funneling those straight to home projects and plants. I’ve had these blank planters for a while and wanted to give them a little makeover- we have enough plain terracotta pots! – and I kept getting drawn to this style of abstract, architectural outlines. A wrap around design in this style would be perfect for a planter so you can admire your plant baby from every side!
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Easy Whipped Coffee (Dalgona Coffee)

Easy Whipped Coffee

Ah, the coffee trend that caught on quicker than an espresso shot. This was definitely a “wait, does this really work?” because how could instant coffee, sugar, and water become such delicious foam? Now we’re happily drinking our words and making these as an afternoon, work from home pick me up and as big, overnight batches for the smoothest lattes all week.
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Mother’s Day Ideas You Can Still Pull Off During Quarantine

Quarantine Mother's Day Ideas

Mother’s Day is a great excuse to invite celebration into our stay-at-home worlds. With all of us craving quality time with loved ones, what if we took advantage of the situation and got a little creative with gift giving this year? These gift ideas are tied to experiences you can share with your mom, yes, remotely! Read More

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Look twice; it’s no split image, it’s my one of my Look twice; it’s no split image, it’s my one of my favorite parts from the  #haileyhome condo. There Michael had his desk shoved in the corner of our small bedroom. As much as I wanted a light and airy feel, the desk always felt unintentionally “floaty”. With just paint and shelves, his desk went from an afterthought to a defined workspace with it’s own voice that felt distinct yet still a part of the room.In our current house, I’m looking back at this project since next on my list will be Michael’s office! Michael inspired me with his 5 year anniversary gift to me (a nice furniture piece- he definitely knows me ☺️) so my gift to him will be wood shelves for his new office, plus a little space makeover. Excited to take on a small project while the kitchen reno is underway. It’ll feel nice to feel project progress somewhere and get hands on for the first time since Cade arrived ☺️
I set up a baby studio for Cade’s “month by month” I set up a baby studio for Cade’s “month by month” shots and there’s no way I’m taking it down for the rest of the year 😅 It’s worth the space it takes up though. Capturing his growth and personality feels like the greatest privilege. I can’t believe there were only 3 weeks between his newborn and 1 month photos 🥲
Room is ready. Just waiting on baby boy to make hi Room is ready. Just waiting on baby boy to make his appearance. I’ll take any and all inducing tips 😅
#ad #cricutmade #cricutbright360 I’ve been auditi #ad #cricutmade #cricutbright360 I’ve been auditioning different rooms around the new house for my studio space. Some have great storage, some have better natural light, but NONE have over headlight lighting. I didn’t think much of it until I tried crafting after work and realized, dang, I really can’t see anything 😅. I tried to make it work with different table lamps, photography lighting, even grow lights (spoiler: do not attempt unless you like being blinded). It wasn’t great. I figured I’d eventually get a proper crafting light, but wasn’t thrilled with the limited, and frankly ugly, options. I bet you picked up on this from the photo, but I finally found THE solution. @cricut just released their Cricut Bright 360 task lamps and it’s everything I could have ever dreamed of! I’ve been putting this lamp through its paces for a few weeks with nesting DIYs and will have a full review on the blog soon!

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