Christmas decorating is one of the highlights of the season for me. Planning the theme, pulling out the tree, and spending a weekend bringing in the Christmas spirit brings me so much excitement. My excitement, however, is NOTHING compared to that of my 5 and 3 years old! Now that they are older and insist on having their own Christmas tree and decorating it with mommy. Over the ...
Make a Difference: Support Black Owned Businesses This Season
This season, I'm making a conscious effort to support small businesses, especially black owned businesses. Supporting black owned businesses means that you are supporting the growth and wealth of an entire community. It enables these businesses to keep a float, particularly during this pandemic, and continue to hire other people of color. “Buying Black” this holiday season is ...
13 Perfect Holiday Gift Ideas for “The Homebody”
If you weren’t a homebody before 2020, you sure became one this year! Many of us have spent more time in the 4 walls of our homes than we anticipated. This has changed our definition of “necessity” in a major way. Cute and comfortable loungewear and self-care items have become must-haves. If you are looking to give the perfect holiday gift idea for a loved one or a gift for a Secret ...
Great Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids, Your Preschoolers
December is here and the countdown has begun! With only 3 weeks left until Christmas, shopping for Christmas gifts for our favorite little humans is in full swing. December is particularly busy for me, with it being my toddler’s birthday this month and also my birthday. Deciding what the best gift is for a kid of any age can be can be such a struggle. There are just so many ...
Giving Tuesday: The Gift that Keeps on Giving Back
I’m so grateful this year to be participating in Giving Tuesday. I’ve partnered with Boon Supply, an eco-conscious and community-focused company to bring awareness and support to a cause that is near and dear to my heart. In 2018, I was diagnosed with Lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that causes pain and inflammation to the body. Many people are able to manage their Lupus ...
Interior Design Books That You’ll Love by Black Designers
One of the great aspects of the interior design industry is that it appeals to everyone. No matter your background many of us want to be living in a visually impressive space. What makes this industry universal is that the beauty of a space does not have to be governed by a dollar amount. With the surge of DIY, it has become even more accessible for people to achieve stunning spaces on a ...