SUPER

Last week I went and got a facial at SUPER by Dr. Nicholas Perricone. I was a bit hesitant, because a facial to me is all about the spa: laying down, relaxing, getting pampered, etc... This alternate method they call a 'quickie' and you sit in a chair in the store and they perform the facial in about 30 min.

Dr. Perricone is the leader an innovator in skin care and has written several books about how what you eat affects your skin. So all of his products are based around a different fruit to enhance certain properties. He also carries some patented technology like light and sound machines.

I must say, that afterwards I saw an instant improvement in my skin. Some of my blemishes had cleared up, my skin looked brighter and felt smoother. The affordability of the facial alone is worth another visit!

Master Bedroom

Here is a glimpse of our master bedroom. Student housing doesn't allow for many changes, and it still needs work, but I am happy with it so far and I love my LOVE sign.

You can buy the LOVE poster in the etsy shop libertyworkshop, shelf from pottery barn, framed butterfly from an online museum shop, bookends from antique shop, pillow from etsy dedeetsyshop, and bedding from walmart (believe it or not).

Tracy Anderson

I know I have blogged about trainer to the stars, Tracy Anderson, but I just love her and want to again. Her method is all based around dance inspired moves and using your own body weight to create a lean physique. Gwyneth Paltrow, Courtney Cox, Madonna, J. Lo, and Nicole Richie are just a few of the celebrities who swear by Anderson's method. I recently worked out in my living room to her Cardio Dance DVD, and it dawned on me: I'll be in NYC for a month this summer, where she has a studio. So, I called up the studio to ask about taking a class or two or three. Well, apparantly you have to be a 'client' to take classes, and to be a 'client' you need to purchase 10 sessions which is well over a thousand dollars. That's not exactly in our business school budget, so for now I'll just have to keep watching her webisodes and DVDs.

If you haven't tried it yet, you must. She's got great music, new and different moves, and a body you wish you could achieve :)

Floral Print

Warm weather, sunny skies and cherry blossoms blooming....I am more than excited for spring. And with this season I have been loving all things floral. Whether it's a pattern on dishes, a rug, or a summer dress I just can't see to get enough. I have never been a huge fan of the novelty print, however if paired with stripes (think JCrew) it can understate the print and turn very fresh and casual.

Inspired by Nature

This morning I went on a run with some girlfriends in the beautiful Berkeley Hills. I had been wanting to run this particular trail (Strawberry Canyon Trail) and was excited to learn that they were planning to do just that. It was absolutely beautiful! We went early in the morning, before it got too busy and the morning dew was still fresh on the ground.

It was so green and full of lush vegetation...lots of moss-covered trees, rock walls, soaring red woods, all while following a running creek. Oh, and don't forget the gorgeous views of San Francisco and the Bay which never gets old. It was such an inspiring atmotphere and left me wanting to create something beautiful! I feel so thankful to be living in such a beautiful area! ...now if only I could do that run every morning...

So here's to getting out and exploring the world around you....it will lift your spirits and inspire you to create amazing things!

New Client

Just wanted to give you a sneak peek at a new client's home. They have a beautiful tudor-style home with such charm and great bones.

I'm excited about adding new life to the space and will be sure to show you how it turns out!

Navigating Through Life

Last Sunday I mentioned I was putting on an event for my church. It is primarily for the girls ages 12-18 and their parents to get them excited for the new year and talk about the different programs they'll be involved in. Each year, a new theme is introduced, and this year I chose to focus on Navigating Through Life. It was a fun theme to decorate for and it turned out to be a success :) Of course, my budget was basically nothing, so most everything was borrowed from different church members. I used a lot of old maps as table coverings and antique nautical devices for centerpieces.