On The Hunt

Apr 4, 2011

Bobby's First Triathlon

My dear husband works for the YMCA of Greater Long Beach. Every February is Campaign Month, a very worthy cause. In an effort to get in shape and raise money for the Y, my hubs committed to 5 triathlons. Check out his blog post here. The first was in Pasadena at the Rose Bowl. I had such a blast watching him compete and seeing all his hard work at training come to fruition. He finished 5th in his age group and 61st overall (over 700 were there!). Check out some of the photos from the day courtesy of Brett Junvik.

Apr 2, 2011

A Work in Progress

So, I love that the Seal Beach Studio feels slightly unfinished and is always a work in progress. Honestly I could redecorate on a regular basis but a lack of funds keep the changes small. There are just somethings that I am always on the hunt for. One in particular has been a white deer head. These tend to come in the large size which the studio cannot accommodate. You can imagine my elation when I discovered a small ceramic one on Modcloth! All I had to decide was where to put him. Next item I've have been hunting for (get ready for the irony) is a cowhide rug as seen in this post here. Of course my Momma, the ultimate hunter, found the perfect one that is ideal for our little dining nook. Finally I scored some LED candles with a remote. They are sit nicely on the our shelf and I never have to worry about getting out of bed to blow them out.

Mar 31, 2011

My Triumphant Return!

Hello lovelies! I have finally returned to my blog. Where have I been you might ask? Well, a new job actually. More on that later. Let's catch up first. Hubs and I have been working hard to spend quality time together. A couple of weeks ago we were in Esco and headed out to Daley Ranch. Check out their website here. It had been raining for days and without a cloud in the sky we were ready for a hike. It was beautiful and the surrounding mountains were covered in fresh snow. We had a blast cruising around and even stopped by the ranch house for some snacks we packed in. Enjoy the pics! I promise not go away for so long next time! ;-)

Bobby is ready to "test" out his backpack he got for Christmas

Husband pondering the ducks and pond

Cool buildings near the ranch house

A rare sight in Escondido

Yes, we are trying to be artsy fartsy

Feb 19, 2011

Rain Boots!

Umbrella via Target

Jacket by Vince via Rebel

Top by Bailey 44 via Rebel

Jeans by Sold Design Lab via Rebel

Scarf via Forever 21

Rain boots by Kate Spade, gift

Yay, a style post! These are the most fun to do, but I am also the most nervous to do them. It is scary putting your personal style out there for all the world to see. I literally mean all the world, someone from Malaysia checked out my blog, hello Malaysia! Anyways, rain and Kate Spade rain boots make a good combo. I think because we don't get much rain here in So Cal it makes it very exciting when it does. I got these beauties for Christmas (thank you Santa) and could hardly wait to wear them. Aside from the darling bows and pink lining they are extremely comfortable. Here's to comfort and staying dry!

Feb 10, 2011

An Addendum

"A thing to be added; an addition." Welcome to my addendum to the Seal Beach Studio!! I think it might always be a work in progress, constantly adding and subtracting. But I have some funsie additions to show you all! The best one is yet to come, unfortunately it is stuck somewhere between eBay and UPS. :-( But let's not dwell on the negative. Check it.

I first discovered this via 9 By Design, a design show on Bravo. They added it to an office. I was freaking out and my Momma informed me that it is vodka by Dan Aykroyd. Although I am not a big vodka drinker, I love the size and funky cork of this crystal bottle.

It is such a nice addition to my shelf. I am trying to restrain myself and not put TONS of knick knacks up there, but there are so many things I love to show off!

He is right above the entrance to the galley kitchen, very Pirates of the Caribbean. Enter if you dare!

Please ignore that little plaster chip by his right ear. A little DIY disaster and part of living with these odd cardboard tiles for walls. This beauty was given to me by my Momma for Christmas. She said she almost didn't give it to me because of what happened to my Turner Baby . But I'm glad she did, he gives me a smile every time I see this bottle opener.

This little cubby area is quickly becoming a mini bar. I just need to find a new place for my pink mixer. Decisions, decisions!

OK, 2 things in this pic. To the left, my pretty french tile hook. It was given to me by Sandy Maxwell (Hi Sandy!) at my bridal shower. It was actually a set of 3 but I have no where to put the other 2, so I picked my favorite one to put up with my apron. To the left is a metal wine bottle that houses corks. It was a Christmas gift from my Sissy (Hi Kimmy!) and her hubs, Zac. I LOVE it and as soon as I move that mixer it is taking its rightful place in the mini bar!

So with wainscoting it is difficult to have a headboard. We actually don't have a proper bed, just risers under the box spring, but it works. I have felt for a while that the bed looked a little bare. I didn't want to go the frou frou pillow route, so Momma suggested white European shams. PRESTO! Clean, simple and easy to make the bed.

I saved the best for last. EAMES HANG IT ALL COAT RACK!!! The holy grail of MCM coat racks! But you are not using it for coats you say! I wanted to show off its colorful brilliance, so I decided to use it for my jewelry. Although I like having my jewelry easily accessible and enjoying the modern colorfulness of the rack, I think it might be too busy. Thoughts?

Jan 28, 2011

Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes!

Changes have been made to the Seal Beach Studio! I thought I would share them with you all, specifically Aunt Kandee! Hi Aunt Kandee! ;-) I have added some more storage, a couple little decorator items, and added more to the bathroom. We finally have some storage in there. Hubs and I are really starting to enjoy our little studio. Life is simple and clean up is easy, what more could you ask for? Although I still have had trouble fitting my clothes into the miniature wardrobe. Enjoy the before and afters!