design and style

Lemons

February 4, 2013
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Citrus is my fave.  Here in California, we’re lucky enough to have lemons year round.  My lemon tree has 2 seasons, some + lots!  January marks the beginning of the season of lots.  I thought I’d share a few ideas that I like to do with my bounty beyond lemonade. Salad Dressing – fresh lemon, […]

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It’s the Little Things

January 25, 2013
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What is it about a pretty cup full of freshly sharpened pencils that makes me smile?  5 simple ideas to brighten your workspace.   via creature comfort via see jane work via chewing the cud via pinterest via style essentials For more ideas to brighten up your workspace, check out my pinterest board.  Have a […]

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Friday Favorites

January 18, 2013
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We are heading to the snow for the long weekend.  This is the view from the mountain in Lake Tahoe. Spectacular, right?!!  Looking forward to skiing, being cozy inside, playing family games + using my slow cooker.  A few favorites for your weekend.   Loving Minted’s Valentine’s Cards.  They have so many cuties to choose. […]

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Top 5 Blog Posts of 2012

January 11, 2013
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I wanted to take a moment to thank all my readers that have made this little blog such a pleasure.  It’s been more than I could have imagined for the first 6 months.  A Bowl Full of Simple has been read in 97 countries.  I am truly humbled!  I figured I’d still be writing for […]

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Purging Feels Good

January 8, 2013
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Do you guys know the children’s book by Todd Parr called The Feel Good Book?  It’s a cute little book about simple things that feel good.  Like a giving a hug or getting tickled feels good.  I’d add that purging my home of excess feels good.  I spent most of the day in my jammies […]

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Gift Idea {Custom Calendars}

December 6, 2012
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I’m sure by now many of you are familiar with Minted’s beautiful holiday photo cards.  {If you haven’t seen them and are still looking for a great looking card, check ’em out.}  But do you know about some of their other gorgeous gifts by incredibly talented designers? After I spent many hours a few weeks […]

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Filoli for the Holidays

November 29, 2012
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Isn’t this Magnolia + Eucalyptus wreath lovely?  It was just one of the many beautiful finds at the annual Filoli “Holiday Traditions.”  I am lucky enough to be able to not only attend such a wonderful tradition in an exquisite historical estate, but to do so with 2 of my favorite people is an early Christmas […]

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Holiday Cards + A Discount!

November 23, 2012
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If you don’t already know about Minted.com, you need to.  They’ve been around for 5 years now and continue to provide a beautiful product, unparalleled service and a location to find some of the best up and coming artists.  I love their selection of holiday cards, but also highly recommend you browse their site for […]

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How to Set Up a Bar

November 16, 2012
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Whether you are a novice party thrower or you are the hostess with the mostess, I’m going to show you a few basics to set up the perfect simple bar for your next party. * Start with a Liquor of choice.  Choose from a vodka, gin, whiskey or brandy.  I like to stick with a good […]

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Army Jacket Trend

November 12, 2012
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This trend has come and gone over the years.  It’s definitely back for 2012.  I thought I’d start with the always chic Emerson Fry Army Jacket. Hinge Army Jacket, Madewell Vintage Troop Parka Barbour Classic Bedale Jacket, JCrew Downtown Field Jacket Aqua Army Jacket, Anthropologie Sweater Army Jacket Are you in for this trend this fall? […]

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