I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend! I was able to take a much needed break while also taking some time to think about how blessed I am to live in the greatest country in the world. I hope you were able to do the same. I already said…
Author: Kara
Blinded by the Light
As I promised, I am back with a few ways to help you customize a simple lighting project. Jenny asked yesterday if light of the bare bulbs is too harsh or bright. It maybe for some, but if it is giving you problems I would recommend finding a lower wattage…
DIY Light Inspiration
Alright, well in case you are wondering why there wasn’t a post yesterday, it’s because it was my(Tim’s) turn and I was a bit behind. I am going to make up for it and do another post tomorrow, piggybacking today’s. I may procrastinate, but I do not plagiarize. I am…
IDA RED Old Fashioned Soda Shop Space
A very long time ago I took on the task of coming up with a design that would organize and beautify the old fashioned candy and coke space in Ida Red. It was quite daunting due to the shear amount of product Ida Red has at any given time. Here…
Unexpected Lighting Source
I really feel like the lighting in a room can really make or break the space. It’s just one of those design elements that is incredibly important! And since lighting is not only about form, but function as well, you can justify spending a little money on it! 🙂 So…
9 to 5
WARNING: This post does not contain any design content, but it is totally worth reading! Although I know most of you probably read this blog solely for the design ideas, I think some of you actually want to get to know me as a person. Well, this post is for…
My Living Room Changes Again
When Tim was putting our new flooring down he had to play musical chairs with all our furniture. He would move everything from one side of the room to work then lay a section of floor and move it all over again. I knew it was my chance to work…
Trending- Ombre Everything
Have you noticed the Ombre trend going on for a while now? “Ombre” is a french word that means, “shaded or the blending of shades.” This beautiful look has made it’s statement on the runways and now it’s heading for our homes. Photo courtesy of A Mom In Red High…
Tara Donavan- My Favorite Artist
Do you have a favorite artist? I have never been one to follow a particular creator. I like going to art museums and to Anthropologies all over the country, but no name ever stuck. . . until now. As I was doing some research for an upcoming Anthro window display,…
My Anthro Displays-Braided Beauty AND MEET MY INTERNS!!!
Today I am back to share a small display that we put together at Anthro. And when I say “we” I mean me and my interns!!! But mainly my interns. Have I mentioned that I have incredibly wonderful and talented ladies working for and with me? I do! Would you…
DIY Studded Door Headboard
Remember when I showed you this room and headboard I recently completed for a charity project? Well today I’m back to give you the full how-to on this amazingly simple DIY project! You can totally do this! Step 1- Find an old door. For this project we actually used a…
One Amazing Modern Makeover
Hey Friends! Today I am so excited to show and tell you about an incredible makeover. Last year, Sarah contacted me to help her and her husband make their home feel more like them. I was extremely happy to help. I spoke with the couple about their desires and then…












