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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 Very Best Etsy Sellers You Need in Your Life Right Now
Etsy. The land of handmade treasures, quirky finds, and the occasional “Did someone actually make that in their garage?” moment. Founded in 2005, Etsy was the cool arts-and-crafts fair before online shopping was even a personality trait. And now? It’s grown into the ultimate marketplace for all things unique, custom, and actually worth talking about.
The Best Fall Decorating Ideas for 2025 – Part 2
If you missed Part 1 of this little autumnal saga, I covered entryways, foliage, and all the outdoor drama (because your porch deserves just as much attention as your living room). Check it out here: The Best Fall Decorating Ideas – Part 1. But now we’re heading inside—because let’s be honest, once that first cold snap hits, we’re all about hunkering down in our cozy little nests.
The Best Fall Decorating Ideas for 2025 – Part 1
Fall. My absolute favorite season of the year. Hands down. Where else do you get the crisp air, the smell of cinnamon everything, football weekends, fall festivals, and just the right excuse to drink hot cider before noon? It’s the season where the weather behaves for once—not too hot, not too cold—just that perfect sweater-without-a-coat kind of vibe. And the best part? Nature basically hands us free décor. Pinecones, branches, colorful leaves—you don’t even need a craft store receipt to make it happen. Your backyard is basically HomeGoods with a breeze.
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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Go Green or Go Home: Why St. Patrick’s Day Is the Perfect Excuse to Embrace Green in Fashion & Interiors
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I receive a commission if you visit a link and buy something on my...
March is National Craft Month – DIY Crafting is Here
March is National Crafting Month, which is so close to my heart and one of my favorite subjects to talk about. It...
BHM: 16 Artists That Are Giving Me Life
As this is the last blog post in my series for Black History Month, I’ve been reflecting on my journey as a Maker and Artist and...
BHM – 6 Black Fashion Designers You Should Know
The global fashion industry has been significantly enriched by the creativity and innovation of Black designers. From redefining...
BHM: 7 of the Best African American Interior Designers You Have to Check Out
Sheila Bridges Portfolio African American Designers don’t often get their flowers and I wanted to take this time in the middle...
25 Valentines Day Nail Designs You’ll Want to Try
As you all know Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to indulge in all things romantic, playful, and stylish—including your...
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