Art and DIY designs from sunny SoCal

Floral St. Patrick’s Day Nails Tutorial

Okay so the best thing about St. Patrick’s Day is probably the green beer, but who says your mani can’t match? I came up with this easy floral nail tutorial so that you can create a green nail look that feels both fresh and festive. This design is so quick and all you need is […]

Cucumber Lemonade Recipe

cucumber lemonade

Since our lemon tree started ripening, I’ve been making lemonade almost every single week. Fresh lemonade has to be one of the most underrated casual luxuries – it’s refreshing, tart, and it automatically puts you in a great mood. Add in cucumber and you’ve got a great-tasting beverage that everyone can enjoy. This cucumber lemonade […]

Honest Review: Olive and June Press-On Nails

I have always wanted to try press-on nails, so I was so excited to see Olive and June’s new line at target. After skimming the back of the package, I learned that their $10 press-on nail pack includes 42 fake nails in 21 sizes, a prep pad, small bottle of glue, and a small stick […]

Top 5 Low Maintenance House Plants

House plants are certainly having their moment right now. They are a highly versatile, living decor piece that are capable of sprucing up any space. I’ve owned (and accidentally killed…) many different types of plants, so I’m happy to share my top 5 low maintenance houseplants.  1. The Snake Plant (Sansevieria Trifasciata) Snake plants make […]

DIY Crochet Heart Garland

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! If you are searching for a simple and easy decor idea, look no further than this Crochet Heart Garland. You can make it as long as you want and with whatever yarn you have on hand. Crochet home decor always lends a really sweet and handmade touch to your […]

Easy Valentine’s Day Nails Tutorial

floral red nails

Growing up, I was always terrible at doing my nails. Last year, though, I decided to work on my own manicure skills and vowed to paint my nails weekly as a form of self-care. In the beginning, I felt awkward and embarrassed by how hard it was for me. However, I’ve learned that having cute […]

Welcome to Orange Grove Home

Welcome to Orange Grove Home! Hi there! My name is Emily and I’m so excited to share my home with you. In November of 2021, my fiancé and I moved into our 1944 California Ranch home. As a native Kansan, you can imagine my surprise when we suddenly had access to both an orange and […]