Author: Katie M

Your Closet: 10 Pieces, Hundreds of Possibilities

Easy Closet Staples for Spring and Summer

The seasons are changing, and instead of getting outdoors and enjoying the sunshine and milder temperatures, you may find yourself standing in front of your closet stressing over your spring and summer wardrobe. How on earth can you possibly enjoy outdoor activities without the proper attire?

First of all, there’s no need to fret. Sunshine makes everyone look better, so you’ve already got that going for you. But, if you’re looking to look good all summer long without breaking the bank, here are 10 pieces worth your investment. They’ll pay you back by lessening your style stress.

Back to the Grind

Getting Back to Work After Taking Maternity Leave

Okay, so you’ve just spent 8 to 12 weeks blissfully sleepless, catering to the every need of a tiny, helpless human being that has you totally wrapped around his or her finger. Even if you told your supervisor at work that you would be checking email frequently, you’ve probably only done it once or twice, and that was only because you needed a break from reading “Little Blue Truck” or “I Love You, Stinkyface” for the 8 millionth time. Your shower routine is a little….off…and your eyebrows have developed their own special arch (which looks nothing like an arch).

10 Must Follow Instagrams

a whole bunch of instagram love

Everywhere I looked this past weekend, I’ve found inspiration. From the food on my plate to the sunset in the sky I’ve used color, texture and patterns as my muse. Speaking to this, my crew and I have been busy planning a fun Palm Springs inspired photo shoot and we’ve taken to Instagram to find incredible inspiration!

Family Travel Packing Guide

Tablet Family Packing List

We are heading out on our first big family vacation and one the most stressful parts of family travel happens before you ever leave home. Packing can be a process, as you want to make sure that you don’t forget anything essential for the kids or yourself. Here’s how I’ve tackled the process, feel free to use our handy family packing guide to make sure that you get these essentials into your bag

Packing Up Those Cookies

Wish you could send a care package to your student or holiday cookies to your family, but your baked good always arrive a goopy, crumbled mess? Here’s the tricks you’ve been missing out on to keeping cookies safe and whole from your home to theirs.

Mastering Maternity Leave

Mastering Maternity Leave - A In-depth how to

Your bundle of joy has traded casual kicks for constant motion, your bladder feels like it will never be empty again, and, if you’re like I was, your feet may as well be loaves of bread.  You are in full-on countdown mode – baby will be here any day, and you’ll be taking anywhere from… Read More

Momma’s Night Out

Fancy night out moms

It’s a rare occasion in my household (unfortunately) to get dressed up for a fancy night out. The reality of the situation is, that as mom’s we seldom get opportunities to put a ball gown on, get our hair blown out, have a lady spray tan us, and for once, have someone else put your makeup on. This weekend I get to have all this done (if you don’t have children yet, let me tell you, is a big freaking deal)!

Bashabaloo + Queen Bee Market

There is no amount of words that can describe the artistry that is devoted to the businesses that I witnessed at the Queen Bee Market. As a “newbie” (how I referred to myself the entire weekend), I was in awe that some of these small businesses were to put simply, are BIGGER than life. If you’re looking for inspiration, make your way to this show.