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I cannot believe school starts in twelve days (?!) – and some kids have already started! Thankfully I have a fairly short shopping list but there’s still the pressure to tackle it ASAP since Lil Man’s preschool summer session is winding down. Aside from the crowds and finding time to do it, I don’t mind […]

It has finally arrived. Day 1 of our photo shoot. The day’s photo shoot collaborators: Hair & Makeup: Domino Beauty Boutique / Brooch: Menashe & Sons Jewelers / Venue: Oddfellows Cafe & Bar / Photography: Taylor Gage Photography / Creative: Sparrow Soirées   To see a few more image from the shoot, please visit Sparrow’s […]

On today’s to-do list: a site visit for a client.

A Backyard Tourist is a local who sheds their city routines and sees it like a giant playground to explore and enjoy. If I were to play Backyard Tourist in Seattle for a day I’d start with breakfast at Cafe Campange. Afterwards I’d poke around Kennedy Watson, one of my favorite local shops. Next, since I’m […]

This week has whizzed and my high school reunion weekend kicks off tonight. Last week I showed the ensemble I’m hoping to wear tonight – but it’s hot and we’ll be in a bar. I may have to switch it up. For tomorrow’s big party, I plan to wear this sweet lil’ number: I love […]

Hopefully you already know about the Summer Soiree Giveaway (enter today!). A lucky winner will receive a box with fabulous goods including these lil’ gems. Confession: I liked them so much I picked up a pair for myself.I’m planning to wear them next weekend. To my 20-year high school reunion to be exact. How’s that for a sneak peek into […]

I once read the best way to see if your guest room is truly ready for a visitor is to spend a few nights in it. Why? In theory you’d see what your visitor would experience during his or her stay. It’s a nice thought, but if you’re like me, you may not have an official guest room. The space might double as an office, […]

Preparing cherry hand pies for today’s party at The Farm. Happy Fourth of July everyone!

Hopefully Memorial Day and June allowed you some time to practice grilling because this upcoming holiday weekend is all about being the BBQ Master and picnicking in style. As I mentioned last week, we’re heading to friend’s farm for the celebrations and I hope to bring these cherry hand pies. It’s a nice update to an […]

Summer is finally here! BBQs in the backyard. Bikinis for the brave to don. Brides to fawn over. Baby showers to attend (it was a l-o-n-g winter). And books! I’m hoping for a few quiet moments, here and there, to catch a few rays of sun with a good book in my hands. Here’s my list for this summer (and […]