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Leslie Karen is a blog dedicated to women who are forever curious, passionate and don’t believe in limits. I love DIY’ing and trying to figure out how to do things, traveling, designing interiors, finding good restaurants, fashion and reading. Basically just about anything creative and artistic.
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The Ultimate List of Antique Fairs and Markets in the U.S. – Part 1
If you’re like me and you love thrifting and vintage shopping, raise your hand? I have two hands up because I love it that much. There’s something about seeing a piece of furniture, a collectible, or what might be considered “junk” from another era. It makes my heart go pitter-patter. Since Spring has sprung, with the weather warming up, it’s time to head out to some of the outdoor/indoor markets around the country. Seriously, several of these have been on my bucket list for the longest and some I hadn’t even heard of but I now want to go.
The 36 Best Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day: the one day a year where we collectively agree Mom deserves more than a last-minute card and a half-wilted grocery store bouquet. So no, we’re not grabbing a scented candle from aisle 7 and calling it a day. We are elevating. We are curating. We are making Mom feel like the icon she is.
2026 Spring and Summer Design Trends – Part 2
Alright, Part 2 is where things get a little louder, a little moodier, and a lot more intentional. If Part 1 was soft, layered, and whispering “I summer in the south of France,” this one is walking in, flipping on a dramatic light, and saying “yes, I meant to do that.”
Designer & Diy’er pumped up on caffeine and willing to create anything. I want to let women know they can do it and if they don’t want to, I will.
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The Ultimate List of Antique Fairs and Markets in the U.S. – Part 1
If you’re like me and you love thrifting and vintage shopping, raise your hand? I have two hands up because I love it that much....
The 36 Best Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
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2026 Spring and Summer Design Trends – Part 2
Architectural Digest Alright, Part 2 is where things get a little louder, a little moodier, and a lot more intentional. If...
2026 Spring and Summer Design Trends – Part 1
McGee and Co In a world where our news feeds are filled with turmoil happening around the world and we are constantly...
The 25 Best Easter & Spring Nails
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The Conclusion of Women’s History and National Craft Month – Women Who Are Changing the Game
Welcome to the end of Women’s History and National Craft Month. This is a blog post on women who are making waves in their...
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