There is something about the transition between seasons that I love, particularly the transition from winter to summer. After months of cold, bleak weather the sun is suddenly shining, birds are chirping, and flowers are in bloom. It feels like a fresh start on all fronts and what better way to celebrate a fresh start than with a little seasonal shopping?
Simple Spring Decor to Get You in a Sunny Day State of Mind
Springtime is right around the corner for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere and I am ready to greet warm, sunny days with open arms. For the second winter in a row, Southern California received more than her normal share of cloudy, rainy days. While these darker days are very much-needed and appreciated, they do mean that us Los Angeles-residents are more anxious for spring than usual! To help get us all in a sunny day springtime mood, I have compiled my favorite examples of beautiful and fresh simple spring decor.
A Los Angeles Home Tour Full of Classic Minimalism
February’s home tour is located a bit closer to home for me than usual. This welcoming and cozy Los Angeles family home is the epitome of classic minimalism mixed with California cool, a blend I personally find absolutely delectable. This is one of those rare homes that I come across that I could move right into and not change a thing. Come to think of it, my husband and I are looking for our next home. I wonder if they have considered moving?
Easy Valentine’s Day DIY Wall Hanging
My love for February 14th might be a recent development, but my adoration for handmade gifts is not anything new. Since childhood, I have preferred both to make my own gifts and to receive homemade goodies for holidays. In keeping with that longstanding tradition, I created this easy Valentine’s Day DIY wall hanging to give to my loved ones this year.
This fun and flirty Valentine’s Day DIY is simple, budget friendly, and accessible to just about all of you, regardless of where you are in the world. The best part about it? It makes for the perfect unique gift to give to your significant other, friends, or family this Valentine’s Day.
Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post for a free copy of the print used in this DIY!
Minimalist Valentine’s Day Decor
Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us and, for the third year in a row, I am finding myself feeling, dare I say, excited over being surrounded by doting couples and candy colored hearts. My love for the day seems to have developed later in life and now I positively can not get enough. This year, I’m finding that I am drawn to simple, minimalist Valentine’s day decor like the examples I’m sharing with you today. Some are DIYs, some are made of simple items you already have sitting around in your home. The one thing they all have in common? They’re all gorgeous ideas sure to get you in the Valentine’s Day spirit.
