Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Wordless Wednesday {Benjamin Moore "Dark Harbor"}

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Commona My Kitchen {Coconut Cupcakes}



I have loved this recipe, only making this cake once a year either around Christmas or Easter.  This year, I made cupcakes.  It is the perfect tropical treat for a snowy day.  My kids called the cupcakes SNOW CUPS.
I've modified Ina Garten's orginial recipe, follow hers or if you want a little more coconut flavor, just add 1/2 cup Coconut milk to your cake mix. Just change the amount of buttermilk that you add, instead of adding 1 cup, only add 1/2 cup of milk and your 1/2 cup of coconut milk.  And 1/2 cup coconut milk to your frosting and adjust your confectioner's sugar to get your desired consistency.  (I used Coco Lopez, but you could use any canned coconut milk that is available, usually it is either in the bar tending section or the Asian Food section..I seem to always have some canned coconut milk in my pantry because I use it in my curry).

XXXOOO,

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Salt Lake Home Show {backyard bungalows}

I've been asked to participate in the upcoming Salt Lake Home Show. I'll be speaking on stage a few times throughout the weekend as well as teaming up with the Jordan Valley Home and Garden Club to bring you a Mid-Century Man Cave Bungalow!!

I'll be sharing updates here with design plans and projects for our bungalow over the next week and a half!!
Can't wait to see what the other designers do, too! The themes in addition to our Man Cave are Gardening Shed and Girls Escape.
XO

Monday, December 29, 2014

Malachite Monday {vintage beads}



This vintage malachite necklace was the sweetest birthday gift from my parents. The gold clasp is so Deco! I guess when you blog about things you like all the time, it sort of acts like a big, old wish list. Thanks Mom and Dad! 
XO

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Happy Christmas Eve



Sending you warm Christmas wishes and a little music {on Spotify} to listen to 
 for your last minute 
wrapping, 
baking, 
merry making,
XO,

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration {Candy Cane}

candy cane hues Color Palette - Paint Inspiration- Paint Colors- Paint Palette- Color- Design Inspiration
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Maybe I should paint my front door more this type of red???
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Monday, December 22, 2014

Malachite Monday {Happy Holidays}


Put a little Malachite in your Christmas with this wrapping paper that I mentioned in this MM Post from a few weeks ago! 
My friend, Vanessa from Etre Nous and I both have a thing for Malachite!
So it was quite a lovely, double surprise to receive this gift from her decked out in my favorite shade of green.
Thank you, Vanessa! 

Follow our Malachite Pinterest Board for more Malachite Inspiration.

Thursday, December 18, 2014

Elf on the Shelf Christmas Fun {from See Jane}


I'm so glad that Jane at See Jane Blog is back to blogging!!
Have you seen her fun Elf on the Shelf activities?
They are pretty much the best ones I've seen on the internets.
Elf on the shelf with yarn and lace cards printable via seejaneblog Elf on the shelf behavior checklist printable via seejaneblogElf on the Shelf MINECRAFT creeper box head via seejaneblog

Head over to Jane's Blog for her instructions and the prinatbles!! 
*all photos via See Jane Blog

Commona My House {Christmas Playlist}


Sending you warm Christmas wishes and a little music {on Spotify} to listen to 
 for your last minute 
wrapping, 
baking, 
merry making,
XO,

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration {"Peppermint Leaf" }

Benjamin Moore "Peppermint Leaf"

Monday, December 15, 2014

Malachite Monday {Green Tea}



Friday, December 12, 2014

Fashion Friday {Timeless Tweed}

Love this winter look

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration {"Blue Springs" Benjamin Moore}

Benjamin Moore Blue Springs-cool, fresh, almost frosted shade of blue-gray looks appealingly refreshing in any light
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Monday, December 8, 2014

Tiny Prints {40% Off Code + Free Gift Code}


Guess what?
If you're like me and haven't ordered cards yet, it's not too late!
Tiny Prints and I have you covered!
Wreath of Whimsy - Flat Holiday Greeting Cards - Magnolia Press - Baltic - Blue : Front


Malachite Monday {Jewelry Gifts Wish List}




Malachite Monday {Malachite Accessory Gifts}



Looking for a fun Malachite Pattterned Gift to give (or get) for Christmas?
Here are a few of my favorites:
malachite iPhone & iPod Case
$35
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Friday, December 5, 2014

Fashion Friday {Statement Skirts with Salt Style}

This past week I was asked to join my friends from Salt Style on their KSL Studio 5 Segment....and it was such a good segment!!!

Head over to their site to watch their take on THE STATEMENT SKIRT and for sources on some of the cutest skirts out there!
Mine was such an amazing find...TopShop at Nordstoms....and it's mine, now ;)
A HUGE "Thank You" to Salt Style for including me again in their line up. It's always so much fun to play dress up and to visit Brooke Walker and the Studio 5 Crew!

Thursday, December 4, 2014

Year of Change Bedroom Refresh {Source List}


Last month my YEAR OF CHANGE DESIGNER CHALLENGE headed to the bedroom... as promised, here is my list of sources for my bedroom updates!

I approached this month's challenge from the perspective that simply taking away, changing out, and adding a few different accessories can freshen up your bedroom...giving you the change you want for a small amount of money.  
For several years, I have had porcelain blue and white bedding, and although soft and pretty, it was sort of feeling tired and bland.  I wanted a predominantly white bed with pops of bohemian blues, golds, creams and grays. The key for me was to keep it textural and comfortable. I wanted sophisticated and chic but not fancy and formal.

I started with my own white sheets, (stitching on a gray Greek Key trim to the top sheet), added several pillows (purchasing the ones that I loved and then playing with them to see which would actually work together), moved a rug from another room and finished with my bedside table.
I would have LOVED to plank the walls, add bamboo blinds and a handful of other little details.
The word FRESH is in the word REFRESH...I wanted a refreshing, relaxing room.
Here is my CASUAL BOHO CHIC Bedroom Refresh.

 The fun part was playing with the pillows that I had selected.


Throwback Thursday {Deer Season}

This post is from last December's  Free Printable Roundup!
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I've always loved deer.
And I'm sure you've noticed that I'm not alone...they are all the rage this Christmas Season!
I'm hoping that they won't be a fad...because I think it's a classic motif.
Today for Freebie Friday, I'm rounding up my favorite DEER freebies from all over the blogosphere 
AND I thank those designers and bloggers for sharing them with all of us!
Print them out.
Use them as gift tags, cards or frame them for last minute gifts!
Or keep them for yourself, put them up and pull them out again next year!
 Pin away for later! 
{Click on each image for the link to download!}

Free Printable Deer Head Silhouette at foxhollowcottage.com #deer #silhouette #printable
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Fox Hollow Cottage
Free Printable Rustic Deer Gift Tags by The Crafty Cupboard
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Crafty Cupboard

Magic Reindeer Food Recipe & Free Printable
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Hip to Save
Reindeer Games Date- this is just wayyyy too fun!
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quick & easy Creative Wrapping | TodaysCreativeBlog.net
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Today's Creative Blog

Fabulous and Free Chalkboard Gift Tag Printables from livelaughrowe.com
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Live Laugh Rowe

Free Deer Printable Gift Tags from The Cottage Market #christmas #gifttag
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free printable on the blog today!
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Naptime Diaries
: : free deer printable : :
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Design by Lulu

Free printable deer silhouette from All Thyme Favorite.
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All Thyme Favorite

FREE 8x10 Autumn printable from somewhat simple.com + a round-up of 11 more amazing fall printables!  #freeprintable #fall #autumn
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Somewhat Simple

GOOD ON PAPER - Free printables - Vintage Deer Party Circle Tags
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You are in Good Company

Free Printable Little Deer Gift Tag Set
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Sweet Nothings
Free Christmas Printables
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Upcycled Treasures

Christmas Banner Printable
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Hapa Girl
Deer Head Holiday Banner...featuring Santa's Reindeer!  A holiday twist on the classic deer head decor!
{this one is a bit more DIY}

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration {"Paper White", Benjamin Moore}

Best White Paints  Who: Katie Ridder  What: Paper White, OC-55, Benjamin Moore (shown in photo at left)  Why: “I use it in kitchens and bathrooms because it melds the grays of Carrara marble and the stark white of sinks and toilets.”
Normandy Remodeling - kitchens - Benjamin Moore - Paper White - wood panel kitchen hood, white corbels, herringbone tiles, herrinbone backsp...
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Benjamin Moore's Paper White paint color is used throughout the home for a fluid, airy feel. The trim, when not mahogany, is painted in Benjamin Moore's Decorator White for slight contrast. Source: Marsh & Clark Design
Marsh and Clark Design
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Monday, December 1, 2014

Malachite Monday {Malachtie Green Paper, Ribbon & Cards}


Malachite wrapping paper
Here are some great sources for adding a bit of Malachite Style to your Christmas packages.
Malachite Gift Wrap
Freeform marbled papers with delicate veining similar to the organic patterns found in polished agate and other gemstones. These sheets are certified Fair Trade. The 20
$4.49 per sheet
via Paper Mojo

Malachite fabric by ravynka on Spoonflower - custom fabric
Per Roll $15
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My favorite Malachite green shade of ribbon
Malachite Single Face Satin Ribbon
From $10
Malachite
 Finer Ribbon