Honey Basil Smoothie

by Lisa // May 29, 2014 // No Comments

One of my favorite things about spring and summer is the abundance of fresh herbs popping up in gardens and local markets. Basil is no exception (and one of my personal favorites!). However, when I buy a bushel of basil... Continue reading →

Lacey Cocktail Dress

by Lisa // May 28, 2014 // No Comments

Chances are, we all have an event this Spring that requires a cocktail dress (and if not, we can certainly make one up, right?). If you are like me, I make several wardrobe changes before leaving the house for the... Continue reading →

Inspired by…

by Lisa // May 23, 2014 // 2 Comments

I find inspiration everywhere I look – that is doubly true in the springtime when flowers are blooming and the days are turning warmer. Here are some things that were particularly inspiring (and fun!) for me this week. As... Continue reading →

Peanut Butter Granola (with Blueberries)

by Lisa // May 21, 2014 // 3 Comments

I have heard that home-made granola is amazing, but I can’t believe it has taken me this long to try it. Truthfully, it never occurred to me to make my own granola – the store bought kind has always been... Continue reading →

Pink & Sparkle Giveaway

by Lisa // May 20, 2014 // 3 Comments

One of my favorite things to do is dress up with my daughter and celebrate all the girly things in life. We have been known to occasionally have matching outfits or wear similar colors – it is truly one of... Continue reading →

Silhouettes

by Lisa // May 14, 2014 // No Comments

I love collecting original works of art to fill my home with character. I fell in love with Carter Kustera’s work when I first saw some of his brightly-hughed silhouettes gracing the walls of the Jonathan Adler store in West... Continue reading →

Rosemary Rack of Lamb

by Lisa // May 13, 2014 // No Comments

Making a beautiful rack of lamb can be downright intimidating. At first glance, it appears to be an endeavor of some kind to have an edible finished product. But I am here to tell you to throw all those... Continue reading →

Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena

by Lisa // May 12, 2014 // No Comments

Tons of inspiration and shabby pieces at the Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena. A shabby cabinet. Perfection. Spices and teas. Once a month (on the second Sunday of the month, to be exact) the in-the-know Angelenos flock to the... Continue reading →

Lemon Raspberry Cake

by Lisa // May 11, 2014 // No Comments

I was inspired to make this cake after seeing Giada’s version. I just love the combination of lemon and raspberry and this may be my very favorite frosting to make. The only thing that makes this cake more perfect than... Continue reading →

Blue, White and Coral Bedroom

by Lisa // May 9, 2014 // No Comments

Oh, Anthropologie, you are my happy place. That includes when I am thinking about adding a little color to my white-everything bedroom. Loving the blue and coral combo. I like the idea of changing up the bedding to add color,... Continue reading →

My Fancy Nest

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Month: May 2014