Hey there sweetness… did you all survive the Thanksgiving holiday? We spent a wonderful week back home with family and friends. There was lots of sunshine and mild temps which is such a bonus for us born and bred Michiganders where mood often hinges on cloud cover. Now that we’re all five pounds heavier, its… Continue reading It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
Author: J. Scho
Sophia Sunshine Six
Our little sunshine girl recently celebrated her SIXTH birthday. It was like yesterday the two red lines appeared and I heard the doc say “your official due date is Halloween”. Ut oh. Is that like a bad omen? Monster baby? Eventually I overcame this hormonal thinking and started day dreaming about Halloween-themed parties he or… Continue reading Sophia Sunshine Six
For the love of orange…
I’ve got an orange crush. I think it rocks. Yes red and pink are delicious but what is it about orange that makes everything, everyone happy?? It’s such a spunky, vibrant color and yet its kind of underrated to its more popular sister’s pink and red. Although its been getting its due lately and it… Continue reading For the love of orange…
If I were paid to pick…
Two of my favorite t.v. shows are Picker Sisters and American Pickers and what designer doesn’t dream about having his or her own storefront to style and showcase their skills, even if its just for a little while? So when I was perusing through one of my local stops on the circuit it was a… Continue reading If I were paid to pick…
Seaside Inspiration
Hey team! What’s shakin? It’s been a very eventful couple of days on the road. I’m shocking even myself right now getting this week’s post out. For starters I hiked it down to the condo project last week and worked harder than I’ve ever worked. At least my body feels that way… “where did that… Continue reading Seaside Inspiration
This week’s dose of d & s and a few sneak peeks…
Man, this week crushed me. I crashed about 6.30 p.m. Wednesday evening just when I was suppose to be leaving for my first tennis practice. Bummer cause I love those girls and was really looking forward seeing them and smacking the ball around. But ole Jenny was busy making things pretty, earning her keep and… Continue reading This week’s dose of d & s and a few sneak peeks…
A retro hip Lake Michigan cottage
I love it when good things happen to good people. Casing point this too cool for school cottage my dear friend and college roommate scored for her family. Complete with breathtaking views and miles of gorgeous beach! We were finally able to visit this past Summer and my first thought was I’m so happy for… Continue reading A retro hip Lake Michigan cottage
Your weekly dose of design and style
Hello friends! Here we are at another weekend…bring it! First week of school for many and folks are whipped from trying to be all they can be. Here’s a few pretties to take your mind off work and enjoy the ride. Interior Designer Amy Meier showcased some beautiful before and after projects this week. Check… Continue reading Your weekly dose of design and style
American Pickers Midwest Version
I’ve said it many times, ad nauseam, that writing this blog is a dream. HOWEVER THE ultimate dream job would be scouring the nation’s famous flea markets, antique shows and walking streets getting paid to pick merchandise for some successful shop owner. Now wouldn’t that be good? In fact, you could say that I’m one… Continue reading American Pickers Midwest Version
A dash of design & style for your weekend!
I recently became OBSESSED with this image from Pinterest. I’m in love with the fabric and how they used it on the bed, back wall and above. The ever popular starburst is such a simple dose of style. I came across one below at Target Tar-jay for $24.99. Go get you one. My obsession led me… Continue reading A dash of design & style for your weekend!