How To Plant A Succulent Container Garden In A Bowl

How To Plant A Succulent Container Garden In A Bowl

In the past few months, I’ve fallen in love with succulents! Part of it has to do with the fact that our patio has horrible soil and is in full sun in Southern California (read: serious drought situation). So, I’ve been doing tons of research on how to...
5 Simple Ways to Decorate on a Budget

5 Simple Ways to Decorate on a Budget

Have you ever looked into purchasing home decor– perhaps from West Elm or Pottery Barn– and been disappointed by the high prices of chic items? And then, did you research exactly what it would take to do-it-yourself– only to be overwhelmed by the...
Plant Parenthood: How To Avoid Killing Your Succulents

Plant Parenthood: How To Avoid Killing Your Succulents

I might be writing this post prematurely. I love indoor plants, I really do– but you would never know it by looking at my track record with them. I have a knack for killing succulents. Once, my husband (then boyfriend) sent me 30 succulents to share with friends...

4 Things I Look for in an Apartment

As I mentioned last week, my husband and I are looking to move! When we first came down to Pasadena, we had decided to stay in graduate student housing and it has been nothing short of lovely. But it’s time to find something that better fits our needs. So, this...
Make Your Own Abstract Wall Art

Make Your Own Abstract Wall Art

I’ve always loved abstract art, particularly those with gorgeous vibrant colors. Growing up, my parents had a few really beautiful paintings that covered blank walls, and they created the kind of ambience I wanted for my own home one day. Though we can’t...
Easy Clothespin Photo Display

Easy Clothespin Photo Display

In the age of camera phones and image-sharing media, the printed photograph is becoming a rarity. This, in my opinion, is a bit unfortunate because printed photos are beautiful. Not only are they tactile and portable, but they are also agree quite well with the human...