Design Darling

self-improvement

hello again! i hope you all enjoyed the fireworks last night! we are having a splendid time in nantucket and a little sad to be returning to the real world this evening.

that said, i have lots of fun things coming up that i can't wait to share with all of you. i'll be decorating my bedroom, tackling some readers' questions, and — best of all — giving le blog a makeover!

it's time to be creative and get down to business! i couldn't be more excited to share all the updates with you. stay tuned!

{elle spain}

friday finds

what a busy week for the blogosphere! i'm ever so delighted to share a few of my favorite finds.

paula featured these beauties and offered a few glimpses into her gorgeous home...

jamie is planning a puppy party for her four-legged friend...

raina composed an impeccable list of her ten design classics...

don't get me started on the fabulousness of jessica's new business cards...

leah delivered big news on her adorable blog (if you are not reading it already — run, don't walk)...

cassandra nailed it with several rooms from the runway...

and the pièce de résistance... crystal, anne, and alaina are launching rue magazine! i couldn't be more thrilled for these ladies and this latest undertaking.

have an amazing holiday weekend! what are your fourth of july plans? i'm off to nantucket for some fun in the sun but i'll see you back here on monday!

Expert Styling

i definitely need to brush up on my styling! it's such a crucial part of putting the finishing touches on a space and one of the first things i notice when looking at a new room. how pretty are these little vignettes?