Happy Friday friends! I recently hosted a little holiday lunch for some lovely ladies. I would love to entertain more at my home but it’s always under renovation so I feel it’s never the right time. I try not to stress over the whole ordeal so I choose dishes that are really easy to prep. … More Holiday Lunch at My Home
This past weekend, we went to a Christmas tree farm to get a tree for the kids’ bedroom. This is a holiday tradition that we just started last year for our little family. It’s fun for the kids and we also use the opportunity to take family holiday pictures. What better holiday backdrop than at … More My Holiday Bedroom
We haven’t hosted Thanksgiving dinner at our house in a very long time. This year, we are hosting again and I’m excited to establish some sort of Thanksgiving tradition with the kids. Zoey is six now and she loves to help out in the kitchen. We’ve already talked about the menu and we are keeping … More DIY: Mason Jar Holiday Candleholders
Hello! It’s been a while my friends… I don’t have time for as much (if at all) mini home projects like I used to. With a nine hour work day and an additional three hours of daily commute, there is literally no time in my life for…anything! Work is demanding and it’s exhaustion as I’ve … More Diy: Antique French Chairs
Happy Sunday! Today, we strolled the city for five hours and it was time well spent with the family. My work is demanding and the environment is fairly fast-paced so the weekends offer a good balance. Every Friday, I leave the office feeling accomplished no matter how crazy the week was. I look forward to lazy weekend … More My Spring Blossom Bedroom
Like most modern homes, at any given time— we could have up to six devices connected to wi-fi. I am the first to admit, occasionally I would allow my kids to go ham on their tablets so I could have some peace and quiet. I’m not sorry about it. Unless you’re responsible my kids and my … More Staying Connected
It doesn’t get more magical than when Spring arrives. We finally wake up to the sounds of birds chirping, there are all sorts of vibrant colors covering the ground, and as the days get longer— our weekend family getaways become more adventurous. It is also around this time that we look forward to gardening again. Our … More Springtime Magic
Today was an official snow day for us. The office shut down and the schools were closed. However, the hubs went to work because he works at the hospital and it never closes. I had to spend the day solo with the littles which makes me a little nervous. Lately, there has been a lot of terrible two … More Snow Day
It has been one of the most challenging yet rewarding year of my life so far. I have to say 2016 was the year that I truly understood the power of human connection. I started the year off a bit (actually, a whole lot) uncertain of where my professional life would take me. Throughout my … More Reflecting on 2016
Around this time of the year, Zoey and Axel know that Santa and his elves are working overtime to wrap and deliver presents to kids who are nice on Christmas eve. At our home, we are also prepping for Santa’s arrival. Our Christmas tree went up the week before Thanksgiving and the littles were overjoyed to help decorate. … More Christmas Prep
I can’t believe the holiday season is officially here and the year is coming to an end sooner than later! Thanksgiving is in just a few days and for those of you who are still looking for tablescape inspirations, here are ten beautifully executed ones. The one common theme is adding natural elements to your … More Ten Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas
Isn’t this such a good time to start using the fireplace? The mornings are chilly and on some days, it’s damp and gray. Even better! Imagine lounging in a robe, flipping through magazines, listening to French jazz and sipping lattes while enjoying the warmth of a crackling fireplace. Ah- heaven! Unfortunately, most of our fireplaces … More White Fireplace Mantels
Life has been a tiny hectic as we are just settling in with Zoey going to kindergarten and me starting a new position. Our mornings are wild as we have to get everyone out of the house by 7:30am! Thankfully, the hubs is taking some time off this week from work to help with the … More Home Tour: A Charming Apt.
We recently celebrated Zoey’s 5th birthday! We didn’t have anything major planned in advance. My sister was in town so she helped me set up a very intimate birthday brunch. We didn’t slave in the kitchen, that was something that I wanted to avoid. I think a birthday brunch was perfect. I was up very early … More A Birthday Brunch- Zoey Turns Five (Pt. 1)!
A few weeks ago, I shared the first part of the kids bedroom makeover. I highlighted their bed area. Today, I’m revealing the kids’ lounging space. It’s a section in their bedroom where they can lounge, relax, read and play. Providing a great backdrop is this gorgeous, whimsical birch tree forest wallpaper courtesy of Graham … More Kids Bedroom Makeover (Pt 2)
You know I have a thing or two for Swedish designs. Most of the home tours that I feature here are interior spaces from Sweden. I always fall in love over and over again. Here’s another one that I hope you can gain some decor inspirations from… Via, photos by Anders Bergstedt. In Instagram news- … More Home Tour: A Swedish Apartment
Step inside this breathtaking Linnéstaden apartment where you’ll see lots of white, light and a beautiful play on muted colors. I am obsessed with the gray wall color and need it for my house prompto! If you have kids, there’s a bonus. Highlighted is a tiny kid’s bedroom that is to die for. Lesson to … More Home Tour: A Linnéstaden Apartment
This condo absolutely blows my mind. I would never dare do a black wall but somehow it works like magic here. Everything about this space is so beautiful and thoughtfully curated. It has been through several gentle renovations with all original details being preserved and restored as much as possible. The condo was built in 1899, … More Home Tour: A Brf Stinsen Condo in Gothenburg Sweden
Today’s home tour features this beautiful, bright and stylish apartment located in the cozy part of Old Masthugget, Sweden. My favorite space is the kitchen, it is to die for! Nothing else to say, I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves. Enjoy! Photographer Jonas Berg via Stadshem. In Instagram news- 1. This past weekend, we hung the … More A Home in Old Masthugget, Sweden
It’s all in the details. This is especially true when you want to elevate our daily life. You don’t have to make a huge purchase. Instead, get something small but meaningful and/or useful for your space and your daily life will be that much better. Here’s how two small but utterly stylish additions made my home … More A Dose of Fab
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