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Christmas Shopping

my 5 favorite gifts this season

December 8, 2018
The Little Glass House

Let me start off by saying, these are not just some of my favorite items. They’re more like obsessions…they’re that good! If you are looking for some last minute holiday gifts, you can’t go wrong with any of the below.  Baloo Weighted Blanket My husband bought one for our daughter for Christmas and had it shipped to me. I had never heard of weighted blankets before and, to be honest, the thought of something heavy on top of me wasn’t…

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Around Santa Barbara

mystical magical san ysidro ranch

August 10, 2017

When my friend and makeup magician, Fredericke Grillitz (IQ Beauty…see blog),  suggested I meet her at San Ysidro Ranch to pick up my cosmetics, I didn’t have to be asked twice.  She visits the Ranch for tea and a bite whenever she’s in town meeting her Santa Barbara clients. I haven’t been to the Ranch in years so I jumped at the chance, as Fredericke promised to take me on a stroll through the gardens.…

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Shopping

IQ Beauty Of Course: makeup made simple

March 2, 2017
IQ Beauty of Course

While you know me as a home decor blogger here and on Instagram, occasionally a shop or product is just too good to keep to myself.  At this stage in my life, it’s all about simplifying.  I’ve begun to edit my home to reflect a simpler lifestyle and I thought it was time to do the same with my makeup.  I’m sure I’m not the only one who has drawers and cabinets full of makeup they don’t use. Five years…

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