Art and DIY designs from sunny SoCal

Ladder Bookshelf Decor Ideas

A ladder bookshelf can create a great storage option if you’re looking for something that combines form and function. I love that they are such a versatile piece – you can use them in an entryway, an office, a bathroom, or the living room. The styling and decor opportunities are also nearly endless. If you’re […]

Swiss Cheese Plant Benefits

The Swiss Cheese plant (also known as the Monstera Deliciosa or split leaf philodendron) is a very popular and striking house plant. You’ve probably been seeing them everywhere for the past few years as they’ve exploded in popularity. They are best known for their smooth, perforated leaves and their ability to grow very large. Swiss […]

Design Tips: Mantel Decor with a Mirror

We all love an artfully arranged mantel, but it can be hard to know where to start when there are so many different ways to decorate. Mantels also act as a focal point to any open space, so you want to pick items that reflect the mood, ambiance, and character of the room. I love […]

How to Start Decorating a New Home

When we first moved into our home, I felt overwhelmed with the idea of having to decorate a whole house. I had previously only lived in small apartments for a span of only 1-3 years. Most of the time, my idea of “decorating” consisted of using command strips to hang a single frame in the […]

Dollar Tree DIY Rope Vase Tutorial

When I was a kid, the Dollar Tree felt like a magical place. My grandma would give me $5 to spend and I would feel like I was making it rain. Obviously, things have changed a lot since I was a kid. Dollar tree items are now $1.25, but that extra 25 cents doesn’t change […]

Orange Floral Nail Tutorial

Southern California is notorious for “not having seasons,” but around my neighborhood you can definitely tell that spring is in the air. Flowers are blooming and our garden is being planted. It’s also the perfect time to change up your typical mani colors. Try this simple and easy floral orange mani if you’re looking for […]

Green Leopard Print Nails Tutorial

green leopard print nails finished

I saw the cutest leopard print nails the other day and I thought I would attempt to re-create them with my green nail theme for the month of March. If you’re looking for a design that is a little more contemporary and exciting, this might be the perfect tutorial for you! This green leopard print […]

5 Tips for Decorating Open Shelves in the Bathroom

Open shelves in the bathroom

Open shelving can be a blessing and a curse. On one hand, the visual aesthetic is both trendy and attractive. It creates a lot of visual interest in a space that might normally be covered by a cabinet. On the other hand, it can easily feel unorganized or messy if you don’t plan out how […]

The Best Way to Organize Earrings

I’ve gotten my ears pierced three times now. Not because I wanted multiple piercings, but because I went years in between not wearing ANY earrings. Now that I’m attempting to be a more consistent earring-wearer, I’ve realized that it’s important for me to actually be able to see my earrings everyday and have a safe […]

Abstract St. Patrick’s Day Nails Tutorial

Are you looking for a simple, abstract design for your St. Patrick’s Day Nails? Maybe you’d like a green nail design that you can do at home (no special tools needed). Then look no further – here is a quick and easy tutorial for an abstract green nail design for natural nails. This post contains […]