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Fall Front Door Ideas Perfect for Halloween Too

September 16, 2015 · Comments { 5 }

Football, foliage starting to turn and a switch in the weather these last few days that has me thinking about the fall months ahead. One way I welcome the cooler season is to decorate the front door in a festive way. Some like to decorate their entry for Halloween and then switch it out again for fall. To save time and energy this year however, I’m aiming at just decorating the door only once. I’m thinking of keeping it simple and have I’ve rounded up a few great examples of fall front door ideas perfect for Halloween too!

via Country Living

via The Daily Basics

via Martha Stewart

via Emily A. Clark

via BHG

Read full story By Cristin on September 16, 2015 in flowers, foyers, Halloween, Holiday, holiday decor

July 4th :: Outdoor Entertaining

June 23, 2015 · Comments { 2 }

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Festive, without being cheesy. That’s what I love about this July 4th tablescape pictured above. Your Independence Day backyard picnic can also patriotic without overloading on stars and stripes by simply keeping to a red, white and blue color scheme. Here are a few items perfect for stylish July 4th outdoor entertaining:

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1 picnic blanket // 2 hammock // 3 enamalware // 4 bar cart // 5 beach towel // 6 pillow

*first image via BHG

Read full story By Cristin on June 23, 2015 in color, Entertaining, Fourth of July, Holiday, holiday decor

My Favorite Posts of 2014

December 30, 2014 · Comments { 0 }

As I look back over the past year, it always amazes me how fast it goes by. 2014 was a busy, yet rewarding year both personally and professionally. I’ve had the opportunity to work with some wonderful clients, build a beautiful addition on our own home and celebrate this blog’s five year anniversary (wahoo!). Here’s a look at some of my favorite posts of 2014:

Design Reveal: Blue and Orange Boy’s Bedroom

Bathroom Vanity Ideas

Healthy Root Beer Float

San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2014: Boy’s Bedroom

DIY Easter Craft Ideas

White & Gold Holiday Table Setting

Fabulous Entryways

Interview: Claud Gurney of de Gourney

Kitchen Design Crush

Design Reveal: Marble Bathroom

In case you missed it, here are my favorite posts from 2013 too 🙂

Thank you so much for reading the bee. See you in 2015!

Happy New Year,

Cristin

Read full story By Cristin on December 30, 2014 in Bathroom, bathrooms, Bedroom, bedrooms, Boy, boy's bedroom, chinoiserie, Christmas, foyers, Holiday, holiday decor, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchens, tabletop, tile, wallpaper

5 Faves :: Holiday Ideas Pinterest

December 15, 2014 · Comments { 0 }

With Christmas just a few days away, you may still be looking for a festive cookie recipe, clever craft for the kids or ideas for trimming the tree. As you may know, Pinterest is one of my favorite go to spots to get inspired and my HOLIDAY DECORATING IDEAS board is one of my most active these days. From clever ways to wrap gifts to adorable holiday crafts, I’ve been pinning some fabulous holiday ideas that are guaranteed to inspire all. Take a look at my five of my most recent faves: