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I live coastally and love effortless ways to bring in the splendor of summer. Here you will find simple ways to bring in the seasonal element with color and texture.

Painted Built-ins with Fluted Doors, I’ve Narrowed it to Five Classic Colors
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Painted Built-ins with Fluted Doors, I’ve Narrowed it to Five Classic Colors

In case you haven’t already guessed it by the number of paint projects I have going on, I am nesting. And it’s becoming a problem. Honestly, I do ALL the painting in my house but…

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The Green I Chose + Tips for Picking the Right Paint Color
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The Green I Chose + Tips for Picking the Right Paint Color

A few weeks ago, I shared details of my family room refresh. I asked you all to vote on a wall color and rug. After I bought the paint samples home and tested them in…

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Come Vote on Paint Color + Rug-Living Room Refresh
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Come Vote on Paint Color + Rug-Living Room Refresh

We all know the easiest way to refresh a space is with paint. So I’ve been thinking a lot about this wall and fireplace in my family room. I want to make it all one…

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Puffed Pastry With Heirloom Tomatoes + Whipped Lemon Feta
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Puffed Pastry With Heirloom Tomatoes + Whipped Lemon Feta

Have you ever tasted something so delicious that you feel the need to share the recipe with literally everyone and anyone you come in contact with? Yup, this puffed pastry with heirloom tomatoes, whipped lemon…

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Summer by the Sea Curated Mood Board
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Summer by the Sea Curated Look for the Boys & Girls Club Silent Auction

Winston Churchill once said, “we make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” Over the years I’ve tried to give back professionally whenever possible, whether it be the…

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California Casual Inspired Pea Gravel Patio
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California Casual Inspired Pea Gravel Patio

It was the summer before my junior year that we traveled the coast of California for three straight weeks. We flew into Burbank and spent time in LA, Big Sur, Yosemite before ending up in…

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Hamptons Beach Cabana Reveal + Source Guide
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Hamptons Beach Cabana Reveal + Source Guide

Okay, I’ve teased you all long enough with this beach cabana (mini) makeover. Well, today is the day, it’s finally reveal day! If you remember I started with a plan for our Hamptons cabana refresh….

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The Easiest Way to Give Your Walls a Designer Look For Way Less
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The Easiest Way to Give Your Walls a Designer Look For Way Less

A few weeks ago while photographing a project for my den/office I decided to ask you all to vote for which art you liked best. Well it got me thinking what an easy and quick…

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DIY Color Blocked Clay Beads- Easy Summer Project
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DIY Color Blocked Clay Beads- Easy Summer Project

As we slide into summer, we all know it’s a fun time to shop. We have awakened from our winter decorating slumber to find color, texture and playful items for the home at every turn….

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DIY Woven Pendant Light Without Electricity-Torared Ikea Hack
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DIY Woven Pendant Light Without Electricity-Torared Ikea Hack

This light hack is going to blow your mind! I finally figured out how to bring more overhead lighting into my living room. How you ask? By hanging a pendant, light without electricity! Friends, it’s…

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Modern Coastal Summer Nook With New Abstract Painting + Book Update
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Modern Coastal Summer Nook With New Abstract Painting + Book Update

Who’s ready for summer? Me!!! While it doesn’t quite feel like it on the outside here in New York, we’re starting to cultivate the beach vibe on inside. I’ve been tackling a few projects here…

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Lavender Goat Cheese Berry Bruschetta
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Lavender Goat Cheese Berry Bruschetta

Since summer and outdoor entertaining are around the corner I thought I’d share one of my favorite recipes, lavender goat cheese berry bruschetta. It combines every flavor I love during this playful season and it’s…

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