Venice: the famous attractions, but also the true beauty- intimate canals and charming old facades

Venice needs no introductions. This summer was my second time in Venice. The first time I went it was winter and we only had time to see the main attractions, so I left feeling unsatisfied. In my humble opinion the real beauty of Venice is in the residential areas - narrow canals, 1 person wide bridges, and...

Great for Spring cleaning: Big sale on organizing basics – bins, storage, etc…

at Ideeli of course! If you're not a member, you need to be to shop. But fear not, click the link below and you'll become a member, pronto. (It's free and fast)www.ideeli.com/invite/decorologyThis sale seems to be selling out quicker than most so hurry!ps* I just noticed there's another similar sale at another discount/sale site - Beyond the...

Bathroom love – lavish and luxe

Right now I have been sharing a teeny, tiny bathroom with 5 other people while living with my boyfriend in Spain (we live with two other couples). I'm heading back to the states on Friday, where I will stay with my parents until my boyfriend and I go apartment hunting in DC in August. My parents...

Hurry! Amazing Bohemian Chic by Karma Living Sale

So many exciting things to show you! These are on sale at HauteLook, which is a member only designer discount site - but use my invite code and you can sign up free and fast and get these goodies before they run out!Here's the link - http://www.hautelook.com/invite/AWhite564Here's just a few examples of the gorgeousness on sale:I snagged one of...

Maybe one day…home offices I only dream about…

Some of you might of caught on that when I'm a bit stressed out or have a looming deadline, that I go a little home office "crazy." As a freelancer working from home, however, it's sooooo vital to have a space set up in a way to keep you focused, efficient, and to foster creativity.Once I settle down...

*Deep breath – dreamy and serene spaces to inspire peace

I have the biggest deadline of all time looming on what is my biggest project of all time as a freelance web designer - so I'm a bit stressed.The images below are so gorgeous it's hard to feel stressed...AMAZINGvia 1st Optionvia Rue Magvia Richard Powersso pretty..Bolig - SnakkA workspace will always have necessary "hard items" - computers, printers, lighting,...

The arts and crafts style home of an artist and musician

It's always nice to get a look behind closed doors of artists' homes and workspaces - I always want to know the secret of their inspirations!The home below belongs to artist/musician Kurt and songwriter LoriTwo rooms in this home are dedicated to artistic endeavors - the front being fine art, the back being music.Album covers and other arty treasures...

The arts and crafts style home of an artist and musician

It's always nice to get a look behind closed doors of artists' homes and workspaces - I always want to know the secret of their inspirations!The home below belongs to artist/musician Kurt and songwriter LoriTwo rooms in this home are dedicated to artistic endeavors - the front being fine art, the back being music.Album covers and other arty treasures...

More from my summer in Europe – enchanting Siena

Siena was not originally on our schedule to visit this summer, but we ended up being able to squeeze it in one day. It's a laid back, charming Tuscan city with an amazing sense of history.You can click on each image for a bigger version.The famous Piazza Del CampoYou can read about Siena here.Church of San Domenico on...

Take your pick: Living rooms for every taste and style

Along with your bedroom and the kitchen, I think the living room is one place in the house that should be a reflection of you - and be comfortable and beautiful. Hopefully one of the images below will provide some inspiration:A simple and cozy country living roomvia Ideal HomeA family friendly, flea market style living roomBHGElegant and feminineHouse...