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This is probably my absolute most favorite times of the year. Spring means gorgeous flowers, beautiful weather and, of course, Mother’s Day. I was trying to figure out what to do as a freebie this month and, suddenly, it came to me – a pretty printable card for mom! I love the simplicity of this card, which features some basic hand lettering (overlaid in a burlap texture I’m pretty much obsessed with) and a new take on my black and white palm leaf prints.  Simply print either the JPEG version or PDF and enjoy! This prints at 8.5x11" and can...

Can you believe it’s January already? It seems like only yesterday we were saying goodbye to summer – never mind celebrating Christmas! One of my favorite parts about January is the start of something fresh – a new year. While that may mean different things to different people, there’s something fun about getting a blank slate this time of year. This month’s freebie – wallpaper for your phone, tablet and computer – is inspired by the newness that January brings. The coral colored “aloha” text and watercolor palm leafs surrounding it were all hand painted and drawn. This design is...

Your toes in the sand just steps from the water’s edge, your skin bathing in the warmth of the sun’s light (after you’ve applied the proper amount of coconut-scented SPF, of course) — what, if anything, could make this moment be any better? A frozen tropical drink in your hand. That’s what. (Little umbrellas optional). Even if you’re in your backyard slathered with suntan lotion (does anybody call it that anymore?), you can take a dreamy, escape to the islands, mon, when you blend up a tasty frozen cocktail that incorporates a bit of rum, coconut, and citrusy flavors —...

What’s the easiest way to make your summer parties extra-special? Put together a beach-themed tablescape, of course! It doesn’t matter if you are hosting a casual summer dinner, a backyard barbecue, or a celebratory brunch on the porch: setting a special summer table for a party lets your guests feel appreciated. The thought and effort you put into your beachy tablescapes suggests that you’re excited about your guests and enjoying a meal with them. Summer is the time to sit back and relax, and we have some tablescape ideas for summer parties that are as simple and delectable as chicken on...

Most of us spend way too much time poring through Pinterest and dreaming about that home we’ll have someday. You know the one: for you, it might be a simple cottage by the sea, and for someone else, it might be a totally tricked-out personal oceanfront hotel. Whatever your preference, if you’re dreaming of a beach house or a lake house, you have a love for the water and for the relaxing atmosphere coastal or waterfront living brings.   You don’t have to wait to win the lottery to start creating your dream beach home. While you might not be able...